johnwaynejeep
06-19-2002, 07:58 AM
You can build an on board air tank for around $150. My buddy built one and runs air tools of it. He loves it. I found a thread he posted on how to build it.
Here it is:
I have always wanted to purchase a Powertank, (on-board co2 system) to use in my jeep for airing up tires and running air tools, but I can't bring myself to spending over $340.00 on such a system. I just finished putting together my system tonight and it works great! I did the complete set up for $150.00. Here is a list of prices and were to purchase the items at:
ABC Fire Extinguisher
2603c Poloron Dr, Jacksonville 982-3981
10lb recondition CO2 bottle converted to a cga 320 valve for used with beer dispensing systems. Cylinder comes filled on purchase. $59.95
Fermentables Home brew supply
2300 Parkway, North Littlerock 758-6261
Dual gauge CO2 regulator with a regulated output up to 160psi. $79.95
Misc. connectors at any hardware or farm store. $10.00
Once you get the regulator you will have to purchase a 1/4" male to male air line fitting and a quick connect body air fitting. Remove the regulated output fitting that came with the regulator and install the 1/4" male to male connector and then attach the male quick connect fitting. ENSURE you use Teflon tape on all the threaded parts.
Insert the nylon o-ring that comes with the regulator on the input side and attach to CO2 tank. This completes assembly. Attach a standard air compressor hose and turn on CO2 tank main valve, check all fittings with soapy water for leaks.
I am by no means a compressed gas expert, but it was a very easy project.
Here it is:
I have always wanted to purchase a Powertank, (on-board co2 system) to use in my jeep for airing up tires and running air tools, but I can't bring myself to spending over $340.00 on such a system. I just finished putting together my system tonight and it works great! I did the complete set up for $150.00. Here is a list of prices and were to purchase the items at:
ABC Fire Extinguisher
2603c Poloron Dr, Jacksonville 982-3981
10lb recondition CO2 bottle converted to a cga 320 valve for used with beer dispensing systems. Cylinder comes filled on purchase. $59.95
Fermentables Home brew supply
2300 Parkway, North Littlerock 758-6261
Dual gauge CO2 regulator with a regulated output up to 160psi. $79.95
Misc. connectors at any hardware or farm store. $10.00
Once you get the regulator you will have to purchase a 1/4" male to male air line fitting and a quick connect body air fitting. Remove the regulated output fitting that came with the regulator and install the 1/4" male to male connector and then attach the male quick connect fitting. ENSURE you use Teflon tape on all the threaded parts.
Insert the nylon o-ring that comes with the regulator on the input side and attach to CO2 tank. This completes assembly. Attach a standard air compressor hose and turn on CO2 tank main valve, check all fittings with soapy water for leaks.
I am by no means a compressed gas expert, but it was a very easy project.