Greengas
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Update: Next Newbe Question: Air Compressor
Ok, so here we go again
I have decided to get the basic air bags (without built in compressor) and therefore need a compressor that can not only air up the bags but also the tires on my truck (80psi) and my Landmark (110psi). From what I can tell, I have two basic options. I can get a 120volt compressor, store it in the basement, and then hook it up when I need it. Advantage: I can use it at home as well, the air flow out is adjustable so I can use it to blow out my waterlines as part of winterizing the coach and it has a high CFM rate. Disadvantage: It is 120volt which means if I want to use it when I am not hooked up to a 30 or 50 amp service I will need to buy an inverter and based on most of the compressors being 10amps and using the formula of amps times volts equals watts I will need at least a 1200 most likely a 1500 watt inverter. Now, the other options is to get a 12volt compressor like a Viair. Advantage: I can hook it up directly to the coach or truck batteries which means I can run it anytime (saves the cost of the inverter). It is also smaller so it would take up less room in the basement. Disadvantage: I can not regulate the air flow out so not sure if I can use it to blow out my water lines. The CFM is much lower than a 120volt unit so the compressor will have to work harder to pump up the tires.
Well, that's how I see it. I did not mention cost becuase while a factor it is more important to get what will do the best job, overall, for me. So, what do ya'll think? What do you use and how do you use it?
My coach is being built next week so I'm getting closer to moving from Prespective Owner to Actual Owner
Thanks again for all the help and guidance.
Ok, so here we go again
I have decided to get the basic air bags (without built in compressor) and therefore need a compressor that can not only air up the bags but also the tires on my truck (80psi) and my Landmark (110psi). From what I can tell, I have two basic options. I can get a 120volt compressor, store it in the basement, and then hook it up when I need it. Advantage: I can use it at home as well, the air flow out is adjustable so I can use it to blow out my waterlines as part of winterizing the coach and it has a high CFM rate. Disadvantage: It is 120volt which means if I want to use it when I am not hooked up to a 30 or 50 amp service I will need to buy an inverter and based on most of the compressors being 10amps and using the formula of amps times volts equals watts I will need at least a 1200 most likely a 1500 watt inverter. Now, the other options is to get a 12volt compressor like a Viair. Advantage: I can hook it up directly to the coach or truck batteries which means I can run it anytime (saves the cost of the inverter). It is also smaller so it would take up less room in the basement. Disadvantage: I can not regulate the air flow out so not sure if I can use it to blow out my water lines. The CFM is much lower than a 120volt unit so the compressor will have to work harder to pump up the tires.Well, that's how I see it. I did not mention cost becuase while a factor it is more important to get what will do the best job, overall, for me. So, what do ya'll think? What do you use and how do you use it?
My coach is being built next week so I'm getting closer to moving from Prespective Owner to Actual Owner
Thanks again for all the help and guidance.
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