The thing I really like about this video is that you have mounted the unit where on the trail service is very difficult, but these things don't need service much and if you are wheeling correctly, with others you can get by. The most important thing I took from this video was that the unit when it fails in the mode it did is still functional.
I had to do this exact same thing to a arb we have on our work truck. One motor seized, but ARB sent us out a new motor under warranty. Very easy fix. Back up to 100% capacity. Love it. Well done Kevin.
I'm here because I bought this ARB compressor 4 months ago and one of the chambers already stopped working. Customer support told me to check the relay. I can't believe I'm already having trouble with it. Luckily mine is mounted on the firewall behind the fender. 😅 Thanks for the video!
I bought one of the first lots of these compressors many years ago. I had the same thing go wrong. I was a long way out of warranty so I took it into the local ARB shop to buy the repair parts and they happily repaired it for free. Turns out ARB have since upgraded the con rod bolt to be stronger because those first ones were failing.
I'm impressed you got 6 years out of it. I've never had the twin but I went through 3 of the singles before I gave up on them. One lasted less than a year and was replaced under warranty, the next two lasted around 15 months each. I never disassembled any of them so not sure what the problem was but mine wouldn't run at all so don't think it was the same issue as you had.
I have a dual compressor system and I have one of the motors not working at just 16 months of light usage. I will be purchasing an air tank to add to the compressor system after I see what is wrong with mine. I am going out on a limb and thinking I will have the same issue. I have tested the motors individually and they both turn on but only 1 is building pressure. My multimeter shows 18 amps and 3 amps of draw from the motors.
I got two replacement motors under warranty and did the exact same thing you did at the end of the video haha. Now I gotta remove the impossible to remove bracketry that holds the whole compressor in place again 🙃
Might have to mount anchor nuts on the back side of the compressor mount, seems essential in some cases but eliminates a lot of headaches, especially with the aircraft I work on... Nice review to throw in on the middle of your adventures.
You were lucky. The bolt you said was rusty on yours busted when pulling apart mine. The rust comes from moisture build up from the tank. Suggest emptying the air from the tank every now and then with a blow down attachment to drain water. Also put never seize on the bolts.
I use a Thomas and a 4 gallon air tank. If you ever find a Hummer H2 in the junk yard check the back they have an impressive on board air system. The first year came with a big single Thomas after that two smaller compressors. Just some useless info.
If you have the older compressor and you use it for airing up tires you might hook up the air line and then turn on the compressor. This will keep the force against the connecting rod bolt to a minimum. Another idea is to get a lower pressure cut off switch if you use it for your lockers. Like a 90/115 instead of the ARB 135/150.. This will also reduce the force on the connecting rod.
I have the Suitcase Compressor I love the concept of it however the first time we took it out, we took it to the outer banks and all I did was have issues with it , compressor kept blowing fuses.
I had the same issue, I was actually able to get the bolt out and fix it, I wish I would of recorded the process, if anyone has one with the same issue I would be more then happy to fix it free of charge so I can make this video and hopefully help others :)
As a much older person in life's journey... May I suggest that you use a paintbrush or rag to clean up parts or casings before making repairs! Dirt & Dust are no bueno! lol
Hey, my O’Reilly air compressor works......... just needed new wires because they were under sized...... and I got Percy’s 4 tires aired up in the same amount of time it took you to air up your 6 and Clarissa 4 tires 😳😬 ARB dual is on the list. 😂
My ARB twin compressor failed 4 times and keep sending it back for repair and after the 4th time I requested my money back. It is nothing but Chinese junk parts which ARB charging us for more than $500 depending on setup. Ever since I have built my own 20 lbf C02 tank and never looked back.
bobscratchit I sourced my own parts put it all together myself, and lol, I wasn’t going to pay Powertank close to $600 for a C02 tank and I am sure it is an awesome unit, but this is good place to start with a decent price. www.polyperformance.com/poly-performance-co2-kit-ppi-2302?PPI-2302&gclid=CjwKCAjwwYP2BRBGEiwAkoBpAtMasa0E0rtDEygWvG08W_kI2SvVHuTMF4kQCZeHnbQepViJxaRBqRoCty4QAvD_BwE also ebay as well.
Great video! But seriously, always replace the seals when you pull the ting apart! Now, if I can find a teardow of the Chinese knockoff… I’ll be a happy man!
Just had the same problem with my ARB compressor. ARB told me that the original compressor had a 4mm bolt that would break. They have since upgraded that to a 5mm bolt that doesn't break, but mine broke. Apparently, for no reason what so ever, they have since decided to switch to a 6mm bolt. No offer of warranty replacement or assistance from ARB in Australia.
On the twin pumps system, Both of my M5 screws sheared off at the same time! and the rebuild kit doesn't include the Hex net that on the back of the crank assembly, any leads?
@@Heraiz I think it's a fairly common nut and can be purchased from a nuts and bolts shop but it's not common enough to get from the local hardware. The nut is the part I am missing as well but I think I found them online when I went looking for them.
@@neutronstorm Thanks for your input, I will search for the elusive nut! :)....it doesn't make sense why ARB doesnt just sell the whole kit with ALL the upgrded parts together so we can have an easir time fixing them the right way...Did you end up drilling out the crank assembly to accommodate the bigger M6 screw? Since I'm not happy with ARB, I will let the cat out....These pumps ( search CKMTA12 ) are made by a company in China for ARB, under the brand name HF. they recently started selling the pump on ali express, around ~280 usd for the whole twin pump setup before shipping(with wiring)....but they are not yet offering the rebuild kits on thier own...There is also seem to be a new Twin pump that HF is offering, comes in silver jackets instead of ARB Blue, they are calling it High Profrmance and cost around ~550usd, double the blue cost.
Quick question for you, I have a stock 2016 4Runner TRD Pro... planning to do the Enchanted Rockies Trail from queen until around Colorado springs. Will I trash my bumpers on that trail or should I be alright? Thanks
The thing I really like about this video is that you have mounted the unit where on the trail service is very difficult, but these things don't need service much and if you are wheeling correctly, with others you can get by. The most important thing I took from this video was that the unit when it fails in the mode it did is still functional.
you helped me so much get an idea about the insides of the compressor incase something goes wrong, thanks!
Thank you. I plan on this being my next compressor and it is handy to know what issues I may have down the track and how to fix it.
I had to do this exact same thing to a arb we have on our work truck. One motor seized, but ARB sent us out a new motor under warranty. Very easy fix. Back up to 100% capacity. Love it. Well done Kevin.
I'm here because I bought this ARB compressor 4 months ago and one of the chambers already stopped working. Customer support told me to check the relay. I can't believe I'm already having trouble with it. Luckily mine is mounted on the firewall behind the fender. 😅
Thanks for the video!
That's a bummer! This one has had both cylinders replaced now and is still going strong after 8+ years of heavy usage.
Great to see you repairing a unit, instead of the trash and buy new routine.
I bought one of the first lots of these compressors many years ago. I had the same thing go wrong. I was a long way out of warranty so I took it into the local ARB shop to buy the repair parts and they happily repaired it for free.
Turns out ARB have since upgraded the con rod bolt to be stronger because those first ones were failing.
I'm impressed you got 6 years out of it. I've never had the twin but I went through 3 of the singles before I gave up on them. One lasted less than a year and was replaced under warranty, the next two lasted around 15 months each. I never disassembled any of them so not sure what the problem was but mine wouldn't run at all so don't think it was the same issue as you had.
I have a dual compressor system and I have one of the motors not working at just 16 months of light usage. I will be purchasing an air tank to add to the compressor system after I see what is wrong with mine. I am going out on a limb and thinking I will have the same issue. I have tested the motors individually and they both turn on but only 1 is building pressure. My multimeter shows 18 amps and 3 amps of draw from the motors.
Great video. Nice job rebuilding it!
I just installed mine a couple weeks ago and have already had a few issues. I want to like this bad boy so bad!
Great video! Another $145 and it’s a brand new unit plus you have a spare that needs no fixing.
I have that camping table. It’s awesome! 👊🏼
I got two replacement motors under warranty and did the exact same thing you did at the end of the video haha. Now I gotta remove the impossible to remove bracketry that holds the whole compressor in place again 🙃
Always good to look what is wrong than just to dump it and buy a new one. $145 vs a new one makes a BIG difference... 🤠
Might have to mount anchor nuts on the back side of the compressor mount, seems essential in some cases but eliminates a lot of headaches, especially with the aircraft I work on... Nice review to throw in on the middle of your adventures.
You were lucky.
The bolt you said was rusty on yours busted when pulling apart mine.
The rust comes from moisture build up from the tank.
Suggest emptying the air from the tank every now and then with a blow down attachment to drain water.
Also put never seize on the bolts.
Good to know a new compressor assembly is only 150$. Great job even though you forgot the seal.
Thanks
Well done! That'll be tedious to remove... but worth a few hours at least of toying with it.
Nice video, keep them coming ✌
I use a Thomas and a 4 gallon air tank. If you ever find a Hummer H2 in the junk yard check the back they have an impressive on board air system. The first year came with a big single Thomas after that two smaller compressors. Just some useless info.
If you have the older compressor and you use it for airing up tires you might hook up the air line and then turn on the compressor. This will keep the force against the connecting rod bolt to a minimum. Another idea is to get a lower pressure cut off switch if you use it for your lockers. Like a 90/115 instead of the ARB 135/150.. This will also reduce the force on the connecting rod.
I have the Suitcase Compressor I love the concept of it however the first time we took it out, we took it to the outer banks and all I did was have issues with it , compressor kept blowing fuses.
On my single ARB the O ring failed after 10 years. Place a minimal amount of Pematex on it works perfect.
I had the same issue, I was actually able to get the bolt out and fix it, I wish I would of recorded the process, if anyone has one with the same issue I would be more then happy to fix it free of charge so I can make this video and hopefully help others :)
Great video. Thank you. What type grease would you use for the piston and sleeve? silicone?
Nothing better than making things work and not buying brand new .. extend life and save money and learn more about your systems
As a much older person in life's journey... May I suggest that you use a paintbrush or rag to clean up parts or casings before making repairs! Dirt & Dust are no bueno! lol
Hey, my O’Reilly air compressor works......... just needed new wires because they were under sized...... and I got Percy’s 4 tires aired up in the same amount of time it took you to air up your 6 and Clarissa 4 tires 😳😬
ARB dual is on the list. 😂
😂😂😂 It's all a matter of how long you're willing to wait, right?
Lifestyle Overland right!!
Nice video. I’m using a Smittybilt, but when I grow up, I think I’m gunna get an ARB. OIIIIIIIO
lol I bet your glad you have long arms having to rebolt that unit back in!!!!
My ARB twin compressor failed 4 times and keep sending it back for repair and after the 4th time I requested my money back. It is nothing but Chinese junk parts which ARB charging us for more than $500 depending on setup. Ever since I have built my own 20 lbf C02 tank and never looked back.
So what would be a good alternative as this was on my shopping list for the near, distant future?
bobscratchit I sourced my own parts put it all together myself, and lol, I wasn’t going to pay Powertank close to $600 for a C02 tank and I am sure it is an awesome unit, but this is good place to start with a decent price. www.polyperformance.com/poly-performance-co2-kit-ppi-2302?PPI-2302&gclid=CjwKCAjwwYP2BRBGEiwAkoBpAtMasa0E0rtDEygWvG08W_kI2SvVHuTMF4kQCZeHnbQepViJxaRBqRoCty4QAvD_BwE also ebay as well.
admantiom1848 good choice ! I have a power tank too n love it .. plus looks bad ass
I think that is exactly what Brad from TrailRecon did, too.
Can you link to the spare compressor you purchased?
Great video! But seriously, always replace the seals when you pull the ting apart! Now, if I can find a teardow of the Chinese knockoff… I’ll be a happy man!
Kevin, do you have an additional air tank attached to the compressor (1-2 gallons)?
Nice unit and nice rebuild. On another subject, do you have that foam on the ceiling for sound proofing? Cheers!!!
Yep, this is where I do voice over and podcasts.
Great video! What sound does the piston make again?.... :-)
🤣🤣🤣
What does that power from ? Just 12v ? Then plumb hose.
Have the same pump with the same problem... what was the site you got the parts from?
arb in Australia uses red Loctite hi strength instead of Teflon tape
Did you ever get the old one back together?
Just had the same problem with my ARB compressor. ARB told me that the original compressor had a 4mm bolt that would break. They have since upgraded that to a 5mm bolt that doesn't break, but mine broke. Apparently, for no reason what so ever, they have since decided to switch to a 6mm bolt. No offer of warranty replacement or assistance from ARB in Australia.
On the twin pumps system, Both of my M5 screws sheared off at the same time! and the rebuild kit doesn't include the Hex net that on the back of the crank assembly, any leads?
@@Heraiz I think it's a fairly common nut and can be purchased from a nuts and bolts shop but it's not common enough to get from the local hardware. The nut is the part I am missing as well but I think I found them online when I went looking for them.
@@neutronstorm Thanks for your input, I will search for the elusive nut! :)....it doesn't make sense why ARB doesnt just sell the whole kit with ALL the upgrded parts together so we can have an easir time fixing them the right way...Did you end up drilling out the crank assembly to accommodate the bigger M6 screw?
Since I'm not happy with ARB, I will let the cat out....These pumps ( search CKMTA12 ) are made by a company in China for ARB, under the brand name HF. they recently started selling the pump on ali express, around ~280 usd for the whole twin pump setup before shipping(with wiring)....but they are not yet offering the rebuild kits on thier own...There is also seem to be a new Twin pump that HF is offering, comes in silver jackets instead of ARB Blue, they are calling it High Profrmance and cost around ~550usd, double the blue cost.
You have a very special spouse; she lets you do mechanic work inside the house in your living room. (Or did she know about it before the video?)
Quick question for you, I have a stock 2016 4Runner TRD Pro... planning to do the Enchanted Rockies Trail from queen until around Colorado springs. Will I trash my bumpers on that trail or should I be alright? Thanks
You'll be fine. It's the bad weather that can make it a challenge.
Would you mind sharing what the red cage the compressor was in?
Just something I welded up years ago before mounting it in the rig.
Always repair... That's the right way...
I had a bad piston ring. Found out that they sell a piston rebuild kit for $33 rather than replacing the whole motor. PN 320303.
After 6 years I just had BOTH compressors break the M5 bolt, on the same trip or within 2 trips. JUNK.
It is one of slowest air compressor out there, there are far better options available and at less than 1/4 of the price
FC
I wouldn’t call that best bang for your buck. You can get compressors that outperform it for 1/6th to 1/3rd the price.
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Bitchen content , thank you !
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I hate you!!! How come when i take things apart i have bits left over :)