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  1. 1st January 2013, 11:16 PM #1
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    First discovery project.

    I thought I would give myself a challenge. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1357045625.055576.jpg fitting a compressor and 1 gal air tank into ImageUploadedByTapatalk1357045695.970174.jpg

    It took a fair bit of tack welding and re-welding, but I ended up with this:
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    The compressor attaches to the bracket and hangs upside down at a 45 degree angle behind the headlight.
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    I thought I was being really clever when I dropped bolts down behind the headlight using my flexible claw picking up tool, it wasn't until I dropped my uni socket down there and then proceeded to push it further down that I found out how easily the headlight removes for access to the area.

    I'm really enjoying this car and looking forward to more projects soon, redarc remote elec brake controller is next.
    Cheers Tom.
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  2. 2nd January 2013, 07:36 AM #2
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    Now where will the second battery go to power this?
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  3. 2nd January 2013, 08:49 AM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by Plane Fixer View Post
    Now where will the second battery go to power this?
    I'm thinking I'll put the yellow top in the other battery box once I move everything around in there.
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    Nice job mate not much room on them...
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    Very Nice,

    I have the compressor mounted there & my DBS mounted in front of the brake booster. Fits with ease.
    Was toying with the idea of fitting a tank, but will see where else I can squeeze one in :-)

    Cheers

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  6. 8th January 2013, 07:44 PM #6
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    Very nice Tom.

    My ARB compressor that is fitted there now seems like it is wasting too much space..
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    Nice job, but I always wonder what the attraction is of permanently installing compressors under the bonnet?

    I have a Traxide dual battery kit with and Anderson plug at the rear and I have an ARB portable compressor in a box with an Anderson plug and I plug it in and am using it in seconds. I find this a much cheaper and more flexible option than installing it, and it has the advantage that I can take it and use it on other cars etc.
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    For me the main attraction is:


    • Always having it there without having to remember to pack it
    • Not having to pack it somewhere in the car

    Also with the couple of different hose kits I carry I can air up my own vehicle and many others which is normally what happens!

    Quote Originally Posted by AnD3rew View Post
    Nice job, but I always wonder what the attraction is of permanently installing compressors under the bonnet?

    I have a Traxide dual battery kit with and Anderson plug at the rear and I have an ARB portable compressor in a box with an Anderson plug and I plug it in and am using it in seconds. I find this a much cheaper and more flexible option than installing it, and it has the advantage that I can take it and use it on other cars etc.
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  9. 9th January 2013, 09:36 AM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by AnD3rew View Post
    Nice job, but I always wonder what the attraction is of permanently installing compressors under the bonnet?

    I have a Traxide dual battery kit with and Anderson plug at the rear and I have an ARB portable compressor in a box with an Anderson plug and I plug it in and am using it in seconds. I find this a much cheaper and more flexible option than installing it, and it has the advantage that I can take it and use it on other cars etc.
    I agree, I do the exactly same thing, I can put it into the hunting vehicle when needed or in my discovery when I need it, another advantage is the compressor stays clean and out of water preserving the life of the compressor. Just my 2c worth lol
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