Spot to mount Air Compressor?

[fatnold]

I'm in the process of weening myself off my beloved D1 and onto my D3. First order of business was some tyres. 5 x BFG 265 65 18R's.
First issue. The spare doesn't fit (in usual spot) when properly inflated.
So now i really should have a compressor on board all the time instead of just chucking it in when going on a trip.

Has anyone found a nice place to fit one in?

[wardh]

Fatnold,

I thought about the same thing myself the other day. I am doing the very same thing as you. Said goodbye to the D1 4 weeks ago and am currently setting up the D3 tdv6

A very attractive place I spotted for a compressor was the spot in front of the main battery compartment. Easy to pick up power by mounting a outlet on the side of the compartment faceing the front of the vehicle and there is even a threaded hole that could be used for a bracket to mount the compressor. I am now looking for a suitable sized compressor to fit in the space.

Cheers

Howard

[gghaggis]

Depending on the size, and whether you have the rear AC, you can fit one in the rear passenger-side cubbyhole - power already there for connection.

Cheers,

Gordon

[andycapper]

Hi Folks,

I decided to fit a compressor to my '08 D3 recently and decided on the ARB high capacity compressor. However I did not much like the way I had seen it fitted - by ARB among others - and felt that a tailor made mounting bracket, attached in part to the two spare captive nuts just below/in front of the battery box, would be a better way to go.

I discussed this with Damian at Peninsula Rangie in Frankston and we took a look at what was required to mount it.

It is a little tricky as you need to remove the innner guard in order to position a couple of bolts at the bottom.

Anyway the result was that Damian had some brackets made up and I am very happy with the end result - which also helps to keep the compressor away from various holes through which water/mud etc may enter if you go paddling.

He also did not use the ARB wiring loom, which is over-kill for a compressor-only installation as it is designed to suit both basic compressor use and the driving of ARB air lockers - but you do need to use adequate capacity wiring, fuse, relay and switch (though I guess you may be able to use at least a part of the ARB loom and bits) as these - and similar compressors - draw a lot of current.

I find it a quick and efficient compressor, especially if you have the engine running when it is in use (probably better for the compressor as it would lead to a slightly higher voltage and lower current draw).

If you need more info, let me know.

All best,

Andy

[WhiteD3]

Andy,

Some pics would be great

[fatnold]

Andy,

Some pics would be great

Too fast!

[fatnold]

Depending on the size, and whether you have the rear AC, you can fit one in the rear passenger-side cubbyhole - power already there for connection.

Do you mean in where the tow bar/ hitch thing is stored??
Looks like a definite possible.

[Bushwanderer]

I wasn't very keen on the various options for mounting a compressor and so went with the ARB "compressor in a box" option. I'm happy, so far.

Best Wishes,
Peter

[peterpam]

I fitted mine in the compartment that's in the engine bay in front of the driver. There's a cover that unclips and inside a perfect & tidy spot for a compressor.

Peter

[Will]

Fitted mine (the older ARB compressor from the D1) in front of the main battery. Sufficient space on the guard to allow all fittings etc. Then 'plumbed' the air intake to the rear of the vehicle so that I can easily pump up the van tyres when needed.

Also made up my own wiring loom to make fitting simpler and neater.