My electric compressor went through one too many peat bogs and gave up. So I've converted the aircon compressor.
Here's my set-up:
I'm using the "inline oiler" method for lubrication.
Air intake is tee'd into the engine intake and runs in 10mm airline.
As the engine bay is prone to getting a good dunking, I thought this way would prevent water getting into the air system.
Due to the larger air intake I have for my turbo there ain't alot of room behind the compressor.
From the compressor I've got 1/2" 200psi hose to an old oil cooler mounted in front of the radiator.
Then it's more hose round to the manifold on the bulkhead.
Manifold set-up includes (from the inlet hose on the right)...
non-return valve
oil seperator
(front) ARB pressure switch - On @ 70, Off @ 100psi
(under) ARB solenoid valve - thin blue hose goes to rear air locker
(front) pressure relief valve - set at 125psi
(under) airline to rear outlet built into custom bumper
(front) outlet - quick release bayonet
(under) blanked - for later front air locker solenoid, will move catch can then!
pressure guage - blue airline goes to in-cab gauge.
In the cab, I reckon Mr Isuzu designed this spot with the ARB switches in mind
Ok, now here's a test for you. The above set-up "sort of" works. Anyone spot the mistake???
I have made an "adjustment" and got my aircon compressor to inflate a Mongrel 285/75R16 from 15 to 30 psi in less than 40 seconds.
Oh, and currently making plans for something around Serpentine Church - Potters - Old Woman Hut for the Labour weekend if anyones is interested.