ARB starts off fine and then runs out of puff

[streaky]

My ARB compressor starts off pumping air at a decent rate of knotts but after a few minutes it's nearly ground to a halt.
I stripped it down and put new rings etc, greased up everything I could but I didn't get as far as the actual motor.
Is there anything serviceable with the Motor in the ARB compressors? Mine is an early type in a grey plastic tool box used only for pumping up tyres.

Any advice? I sent two emails to ARB...zero reply from either:mad:

Thx.

[Tombie]

Its Christmas time, most of the staff in the tech dept would be on leave.

Take it apart gently and see what you find :)

[PAT303]

What do you expect from Chinese rubbish?. Pat

[Tombie]

What's your Air Pump of choice Pat?

[PAT303]

What's your Air Pump of choice Pat?

Viair. Pat

[djam1]

Pat I had one of these and I am pretty sure it was made in China
VIAIR Corporation - 450H Part No. 45042 (http://www.viaircorp.com/Industrial/450H.html)

[Tombie]

Thanks Pat...

And yes they are Chinese..

Also only 1.66 cfm @ 0psi

[ADMIRAL]

How old is this pump ? Most of the early pumps were rebuildable, but even in good condition they won't get close to the performance of the new stuff. I'd pick a new one, even if you know it won't last as long.

[PAT303]

Thanks Pat...

And yes they are Chinese..

Also only 1.66 cfm @ 0psi

Ingersoll Rand are Chinese now also,good to see everythings crap now. Pat

[pannawonica]

What would be a good 12 volt compressor ? I don't like the use and throw away type of gear, rather use service and repair built to last. Buy right, buy once.:D

[PAT303]

Viair is still my choice,they make alot of different types for almost any application. Pat

[86mud]

I have had a Thomas Big Red for over 10 years and it never misses a beat. It even helped out at my kids BMX racing night recently to provide compressed air for the air ram for the starting gate after the main compressor died. The Big Red feeds into twin 10 litre air tanks that I have mounted under the drivers side sill.

I also have an ARB compressor for my lockers and it has been working ok. It is only 12 months old at this stage.

Cheers

[pannawonica]

The fact is I have got to be honest with you all, I have always been itching to fix Locomotive horns into my 110 Puma. I just like the sound of Nathan KLA 5's. However I will tell her that I can infate childens toys and tyres.:D

[streaky]

How long do ARB take for Christmas holidays then? I sent them two separate emails over two weeks ago.

I've also got a WARN VTC...fast as hell with a giant flow rate but really heavy...plus it draws around 200 amps and kills batteries & alternators.

I also have a Bush Ranger Super MAXAIR...nice machine but runs really hot and cuts out far too aften for cooling down time. I think these are re-badged VAIR machines from China?

The ARB is a great bit of kit....mine is over ten years old and has never broken down...it's just running out of puff hence I'd like to rebuild it. Why spend over $400 on a new machine that doesn't take up any space?

[Disco44]

Viair is still my choice,they make alot of different types for almost any application. Pat

Pat have you any idea of cost? Some prices for compressors here in Oz are out of this world.
Thanks,
John.

[pannawonica]

Pat have you any idea of cost? Some prices for compressors here in Oz are out of this world.
Thanks,
John.

Thats why the retailers call Australia " Treasure Island." Mr hardly normal wants the GST on Flea bay, recon its to late to put that one back in the bottle.:D

[PAT303]

Pat have you any idea of cost? Some prices for compressors here in Oz are out of this world.
Thanks,
John.

Couple of hundred from the good 'ol US of A.Plenty of online sellers. Pat

[Swaggie]

Hiya Pat

You sure it isn't the pressure switch itself..Pull off the wires and use a bit of wire to bypass it to see if its it or not...

[ARB 4X4 Accessories]

How long do ARB take for Christmas holidays then? I sent them two separate emails over two weeks ago.

The ARB is a great bit of kit....mine is over ten years old and has never broken down...it's just running out of puff hence I'd like to rebuild it. Why spend over $400 on a new machine that doesn't take up any space?

Hi Streaky, disappointing to hear your emails haven't been replied to. Certainly some staff are taking leave over the Christmas period which may be resulting in the delay. In any case, if you wanted to forward it on to me (socialmedia@arb.com.au), I'll be more than happy to make sure it gets to the appropriate person.

Cheers, Sam.

P.S - Despite comments to the contrary, all of our ARB compressors are manufactured on site here at our main factory in Kilsyth. Those who've been on a tour through the factory will no doubt have seen the compressor production line (right next to the Air Locker line).

[DiscoDazza]

You would have to view USA pumps or something out of Europe,Italian or German ??!!
If you want to be able to strip and fix as required, China is great for copying others designs but they are more into mass production cheaper units, non service throw aways....

[Babs]

I bought not long ago the Thumper Air Compressor from Tigerz11, uno that marketing crap in 4wd action mag/DVD. $149 and its quicker than an ARB and its rebuildable.

I don't normally buy this way, and to be honest prior to buying it I would have said ARB, but if you watch the sell vid clip done by Rick O'Brien you will understand why, I gave Rick a call first (old mates from club days) and he reckons they are the real deal, and it was all legite testing. It's a no brainer at $149.

Here is the clip http://youtu.be/oxMjv7Co_Vs

I put an Anderson on mine just plug straight into the back, I also put an Anderson on the Alligator clips it comes with incase I have to use it on another vehicle.

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