Great video. Just got one of these Smittybilt Compressors and wanted to do something like this. Thanks for the links, going to get this done and try it out. Something so simple that should have come with one of these for how much they cost. ***Update - I did it this weekend. It works flawlessly.
Just a note when I did mine the yellow wire nut was not put on very well the wires were ready to fall out, I took it off and soldered it with shrink tube.
Love the video excellent details. I’m doing the same I have all top air compressor. Do you need the blow off valve with that pole ring on it? Or can I install without it? Thanks in advance.Almost have it. Lol
out of curiosity, do you think you could move the pop valve to the end of the handle, and use the T fitting on the side for the lead hose & pressure switch? for space savings & use a one-way check valve instead of a spacer so the motor doesnt have to spin up against the pressure
probably, i just wanted to reuse the existing hose system as I have no problems with it. if I move the output hose, i would have to buy more parts and that exact threaded part is limited to one seller on amazon.
@@Wonger559 limited? that's odd, lol I (hopefully) plan on connecting the pump to a tank so brain storming ideas on how to not put extra stress on the pump if possible. I've found one way lead hoses but Id have to stick the pressure switch on the other end or just let it rock the way you have it. I really do like the side T idea
@@artardFTW yeah it’s some metric fitting and most standard fittings used are standard. So you would need metric to standard adapters. The side t tap allows it to still stay fairly slim without making it longer.
Quick question for u? I added a pressure switch and it seems to work! however the compressor comes back on every 30 seconds or so for maybe 1 second. Is this normal? Or am I losing pressure somewhere? I thought once it reached the desired psi and was not in use it would stay off until I turned it on
I did this to mine today. However, mine seems to be leaking air. My compressor will hold air for about 30 seconds before it kicks on again Does yours do this too? I checked all my line with soapy water and all is good and tight.
A dodgy valve maybe, I know it is not uncommon for these type compressors to have dodgy inlet valves which compromise performance, possibly a leaky exhaust valve could cause this too without being noticeable externally
Is there any way to know what the right pressure switch to get for this? I've seen a number of videos and people use all sorts of pressure cut-offs. For off-road tire inflation, the big tires don't need to go above 40 or 45 psi, so it would seem the 70 PSI would be plenty at the low end. Can you tell em how this has worked for you?
Yeah I’m running a 70/100psi switch. It turns on when it drops become 70psi and off at 100psi. It works flawlessly and it’s nice to have it turn off between tires so I can hear myself think lol
Great video. Just got one of these Smittybilt Compressors and wanted to do something like this. Thanks for the links, going to get this done and try it out. Something so simple that should have come with one of these for how much they cost.
***Update - I did it this weekend. It works flawlessly.
I agree.
Just a note when I did mine the yellow wire nut was not put on very well the wires were ready to fall out, I took it off and soldered it with shrink tube.
quality control probably isn't that best. I know I moved mine around alot and didnt feel anything loose. Solid Tip though!
This is a great video. I've gotta try this
Great idea!
Love the video excellent details. I’m doing the same I have all top air compressor. Do you need the blow off valve with that pole ring on it? Or can I install without it? Thanks in advance.Almost have it. Lol
I would keep the blow off valve as a safety incase the pressure switch ever fails
out of curiosity, do you think you could move the pop valve to the end of the handle, and use the T fitting on the side for the lead hose & pressure switch? for space savings & use a one-way check valve instead of a spacer so the motor doesnt have to spin up against the pressure
probably, i just wanted to reuse the existing hose system as I have no problems with it. if I move the output hose, i would have to buy more parts and that exact threaded part is limited to one seller on amazon.
@@Wonger559 limited? that's odd, lol I (hopefully) plan on connecting the pump to a tank so brain storming ideas on how to not put extra stress on the pump if possible. I've found one way lead hoses but Id have to stick the pressure switch on the other end or just let it rock the way you have it. I really do like the side T idea
@@artardFTW yeah it’s some metric fitting and most standard fittings used are standard. So you would need metric to standard adapters. The side t tap allows it to still stay fairly slim without making it longer.
I just got an open flow chuck
That keeps the compressor running. I wanted it to cycle on only when in use.
Got it. I thought you just didn't want the pressure relief valve going off repeatedly
Have you figured out a way to replace the anemic hose to fit standard fittings?
There is a way but I have no issues using the standard hose kit it comes with.
Convert from jic to sae threads .i added a 5 gallon air tank and now have on board air @ 150 psi on the truck at all times
Quick question for u? I added a pressure switch and it seems to work! however the compressor comes back on every 30 seconds or so for maybe 1 second. Is this normal? Or am I losing pressure somewhere? I thought once it reached the desired psi and was not in use it would stay off until I turned it on
Sounds like a leak. Hit it with some soapy water
What gauge wire did you use for the pressure switch.... thanks
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I did this to mine today. However, mine seems to be leaking air. My compressor will hold air for about 30 seconds before it kicks on again Does yours do this too? I checked all my line with soapy water and all is good and tight.
Mine had no leaks. Maybe a bad pressure switch ?
A dodgy valve maybe, I know it is not uncommon for these type compressors to have dodgy inlet valves which compromise performance, possibly a leaky exhaust valve could cause this too without being noticeable externally
Is there any way to know what the right pressure switch to get for this? I've seen a number of videos and people use all sorts of pressure cut-offs. For off-road tire inflation, the big tires don't need to go above 40 or 45 psi, so it would seem the 70 PSI would be plenty at the low end. Can you tell em how this has worked for you?
Yeah I’m running a 70/100psi switch. It turns on when it drops become 70psi and off at 100psi. It works flawlessly and it’s nice to have it turn off between tires so I can hear myself think lol