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JC Bourgeois
11-25-2005, 07:45 AM
Would this compressor be considered acceptable for rally-related activities? I figure its compact enought ot take with you on the back of a truck... just wondering if its robust enough?
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=140847439 6669738&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443256955&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395438793&bmUID=1132933389178&assortment=primary&fromSearch=true

Or would something liek this be more practical?
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=140847439 6669499&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474396670271&bmUID=1132933287614&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443281436&assortment=primary&fromSearch=true
PAddy
11-25-2005, 08:34 AM
Links no workie, perhaps just give a SKU?
JC Bourgeois
11-25-2005, 01:54 PM
Hmm, strange... link works on my 'puter. Anywhoo... the two options I am considering for my impact gun are a 2.5 Hp compressor with an 8 gal tank and the alternative is an 80 ft-lb cordless impact gun. Which is really more practical for a beginning and budget rallyist? How much TQ can I expect from a the compressor option? Thanks, JC
Carl S
11-25-2005, 03:40 PM
One guy I crewed for rented a tank of nitrogen for the air tools we used on the weekend. That worked well, and is probably cheaper short-term than buying a compressor.
I have seen a lot of people using electric impacts, though. And if you already have a generator going you could easily get a corded electric impact and not have to worry about battery packs going dead.
JC Bourgeois
11-25-2005, 05:33 PM
Well I suppose the electric tools and generator option make the most sense... thanks!
TraviST185
11-25-2005, 07:57 PM
We use CO2 in a PowerTank.
Check out- www.rocketeerperformance.com
moyersport
11-29-2005, 08:52 AM
Why waste time with an air compresser when the Nitrogen tank is always ready. Oh...and your tire pressures will be more consistant too.
JC Bourgeois
11-29-2005, 02:16 PM
Thanks for all of your advice fellas. I think I'm going to go with the cordless for now and stick with electric tools run off a generator and maybe get a nitrogen system down the orad like some of you suggested. Cheers, JC
Walter Clark
12-23-2005, 12:04 PM
My crew chief brought his nitrogen tank setup (regulator and hose) to RNY last year. He used to crew road races and this was a common method of powering air tools. I rented a medium size tank - really, I just paid $20 for the Nitrogen charge - from the local welding supply I use for welding gas and supplies. Worked GREAT!