Installed my OBA this afternoon...

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Jan 6, 2013 | 12:54 AM

Jamison

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From: West TN

Year: 2000

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Installed my OBA this afternoon...

Untitled by Longshot1000, on Flickr

Untitled by Longshot1000, on Flickr

Specs--
Viair 480C--200 psi compressor with Viair compressor bracket/mount
5 gal tank
165/200 psi pressure switch
Viair 40 amp relay
200 psi regulator
Wired with 8 ga Wire for the primary power supply
Master Power switch in dash (Last pic with red light)
25' rubber hose with 3' swivel end hose
2 quick connectors off the regulator

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Jan 6, 2013 | 03:18 AM

zombiexj

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From: Stanwood WA

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Pretty slick set up. Compressor noisy in the cab?

Jan 6, 2013 | 11:15 AM

Jamison

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No, it's not too bad. I'd rather have it inside and extend the life of it than outside and in the elements.

Jan 6, 2013 | 11:29 AM

TheDale

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How long does it take to air up the tank? I really want to upgrade my old school ARB compressor, and hook up a tank. It takes about 10 seconds just to charge up enough for the locker.

Jan 6, 2013 | 12:47 PM

Jamison

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It takes 2.5 minutes to go from 165 to 200 psi. To fill the tank from empty it takes about 6 minutes or so. Even a small amount of air in the tank will actuate the locker. I can run an impact with this system as well as air up after a run.

Jan 6, 2013 | 12:59 PM

cdawall

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Originally Posted by TheDale

How long does it take to air up the tank? I really want to upgrade my old school ARB compressor, and hook up a tank. It takes about 10 seconds just to charge up enough for the locker.

I run the 450C in the Ranger the front locker can be actuated pretty quickly (~40PSI) I have a regulator on mine for the front to keep it at 90PSI while the tank sits at 150PSI. Takes about a minute with no load to get to 90PSI on a 2.5G tank. I have run my impact and most of the air tools I own off of this setup.