Can I upgrade the compressor if I have to? Can I add air tank to the system if it doesn't come with one?
1365542
you can use any compressor you want but the pressure limits on the bags stay the same. over pressuring the bags will result in damage. The compressor supplied with the system from Air lift is specifically designed for there system and has a relatively low duty cycle (running on time compared to off time) and is not suitable for charging an air tank. A separate compressor with long running duty cycle should be used for tank charging. Hope this helps.
1365543
Yes, you should be able to upgrade the air compressor. I don't know for sure about adding a tank but I guess I don't see any reason you couldn't.
1365544
This is just a light duty compressor. If you are worried about it not doing what you need it to do then buy the right one the first time. Sure you can add a tank to it down the road. Once again this is a light duty compressor that does not have a very high duty cycle and you will probably burn it up. Look at the higher end units than Air Lift sell. Compressors in those kits are made by Viair.
1365545
It should be an easy addition to add the wireless air compressor to the system.
1347035
I think you would need more like 50+ PSI and a fairly large amount of air, like a huge compressor that can sustain constant running. But for the money this item is well worth it.
2004445
I've done it but it takes patience as the reserve tank is small so you have to wait for it to build more pressure. This compressor is designed for air nailers. If your buying it just to fill tires you will need a bigger tank.
1386197
Any air compressor can be used to fill this tank. It has a 100psi limit. It fills with a common bike valve tip. Your question is stated in a way that suggest you're asking if the tank can be filled with a 'manual' air compressor or, more commonly referred to as a tire pump. If so, It may be possible to do that but, finding a hand operated tire pump that could handle 100psi, is doubtful.
2108251
A smaller compressor would work, but if you need tons power at least a 19cfm compressor. I would recommend the aircat gun, am not too happy with the CP7748.
1410349
No, the unit doesn't come with any accessories. Nice little compressor though.
2004444
All you will need is an air chuck. They sell them separately but I recommend buying the combination kit which also includes the quick connect adapters, a blow gun and sometimes a pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. I think this compressor is an outstanding deal. I use mine as a portable air tank. I air it up in my garage. When it reaches pressure and shuts off I disconnect the electrical plug and carry it out to the car and truck in the driveway. You not only save dragging out and winding up the extension but connecting it directly to the wall plug avoids the possibility of overloading the extension cord if it is not a heavy enough gauge. All you will need is an air chuck. They sell them separately but I recommend buying the combination kit which also includes the quick connect adapters, a blow gun and sometimes a pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. I think this compressor is an outstanding deal. I use mine as a portable air tank. I air it up in my garage. When it reaches pressure and shuts off I disconnect the electrical plug and carry it out to the car and truck in the driveway. You not only save dragging out and winding up the extension but connecting it directly to the wall plug avoids the possibility of... » Read More All you will need is an air chuck. They sell them separately but I recommend buying the combination kit which also includes the quick connect adapters, a blow gun and sometimes a pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. I think this compressor is an outstanding deal. I use mine as a portable air tank. I air it up in my garage. When it reaches pressure and shuts off I disconnect the electrical plug and carry it out to the car and truck in the driveway. You not only save dragging out and winding up the extension but connecting it directly to the wall plug avoids the possibility of overloading the extension cord if it is not a heavy enough gauge. « Show Less
1569379
You need to buy a air compressor and hose to attach to this. If all you need is to pump up tires,basketballs,floating devices,etc,etc,etc,the cheapest and most practical compressor to buy would be one of those small "pancake" air compressors like are used with air nail guns. I bought a re-conditioned one that came with 50 feet of hose and a finish nailer for $80,delivered. These are small and if your garage is small you can just store it under a bench or on a shelf when not needed. They probably only weigh 20-25 lbs.
726422
Guidelines to plumb to a 1 Gallon air tank are not included, however, it is rather easy to figure out and plumb without directions. If you already have the locker/solenoid,line,and this compressor, you should be GTG.
996108
I had a small compressor that I bought at Lowes. not big enough. I have now upgraded to a two stage compressor that does the trick. I was just using too many things at once on the old compressor. I think if I had nothing else hooked up to it I would have been fine.
1588682
You need a compressor with a tank for airbrush. This compressor is not going to work for you.
1302047
You need an air compressor, or go to a gas station that has one. Be sure not to exceed the pressure rating of the canister!
2267916
MY answer was assuming you wanted to actually fill your tires with air! Otherwise why would you be looking to buy a compressor to just ck the tire pressure? .. if thats the case , just by a simple tie pressure gauge!
298037
I used my air compressor. Too bad they didn't come with tires that never go flat. I might switch mine with those. Harbor Freight if you have them near you has tires that never go flat and you don't have to inflate.
468574
No most compressors do not come with the pressure switch installed. There is just a metal plug in the hole where it goes. If your vehicle has a high pressure switch you would have to move the switch for your old compressor over to the new one. This is not hard. It is held in place by a snap ring. If you do not have snap ring pliers, I was able to remove it with a very small set of needle nose pliers.
1380460
It comes with a 20 oz co2 tank, but I would recommend upgrading to compressed air.
694904
Yes you can. If you use an external regulator I also recommend placing an accumulator tank between the regulator and compressor. I use a 70 cu in Bimba tank purchased from a surplus shop for my accumulator. It also keeps the compressor from cycling on as frequently.