When every second matters: 4in1 inflation/deflation kit and Apex-like precision deflating valves

[Alex Raptor]

13 minutes ago, Russ said:

Hi all, some really useful suggestions here and find myself in exactly the same position trying to save time inflating (a single compressor on 4 Raptor tyres is not fun!)…can anyone suggest a supplier here that can supply and install systems based on what we require, and not just what suits them to sell?

PS - Love the idea of using the phone to control what is going on!

 

I don't think we can actually mention them by name on here, but my experience is to find out what you want yourself, all of them will install a twin ARB under the rear seat and say off you go, but then you have to have the passenger door open, add an extra valve that needs a tank (or so they say) etc. etc. there are always compromises, personally for the size of tires we have, and if you desire to do it faster then the only way forward is multiple compressors, as Ahab said the air tank is no good for improving inflation times, this is proven on several YouTube videos as well, the fastest inflation method is proven to be a CO2 power tank, but needs refilling and specialist valves and has to be operated vertically etc etc. every solution has caveats. Also if you run two compressors in series as in "double" power then your hoses and chucks need to handle the added pressure as well as your tire valve, running two compressors in parallel, provides redundancy and since each compressor is responsible for two tires rather than 4 at once there should be a time saving.I'm thinking to trial the apex valves Lorenzo mentioned and Ahab and Hisham have to see if that helps, raptor wheels are deep though so need to find a supplier who would test fit rather than burn 800 AED I think for the XL versions. I can't believe I have spent so much precious spare time researching air systems, FML.

out of the box there is a system for raptors called updownair that mounts a plate under the bonnet, I haven't seen a real world timing of it though, and I'm not sure about having the shcrader valves in each wheel well. Our "mutual" friend has a set in his showroom.

https://updownair.com/product-category/gen-2/raptor-4-tire-inflation-system/

[Hisham Masaad]

32 minutes ago, Russ said:

Hi all, some really useful suggestions here and find myself in exactly the same position trying to save time inflating (a single compressor on 4 Raptor tyres is not fun!)…can anyone suggest a supplier here that can supply and install systems based on what we require, and not just what suits them to sell?

PS - Love the idea of using the phone to control what is going on!

 

So far @RussI found ARB is the best. No idea if they do fixing and connection, but many others they supply ARB and do the required connections or fixing. Re capacity suits your car, they need to propose, which most probably what you said, suits them. But you need to double check whats good for you. Apologies, can not help it. 

[Lakshmi Narasimhan]

2 minutes ago, Hisham Masaad said:

So far @RussI found ARB is the best. No idea if they do fixing and connection

I got onboard Arb and installed. Its the best undoubtedly in terms of consistency and durability for the premium we pay.

2 minutes ago, Lakshmi Narasimhan said:

I got onboard Arb and installed. Its the best undoubtedly in terms of consistency and durability for the premium we pay.

It costed me 2300 with air tank and 800 for installation.

[Russ]

34 minutes ago, Hisham Masaad said:

So far @RussI found ARB is the best. No idea if they do fixing and connection, but many others they supply ARB and do the required connections or fixing. Re capacity suits your car, they need to propose, which most probably what you said, suits them. But you need to double check whats good for you. Apologies, can not help it. 

Thanks @Hisham Masaad, any chance of a few pictures of your set-up? Also what app are you using on your phone, and how does it connect with your install?

[Hisham Masaad]

15 minutes ago, Russ said:

Thanks @Hisham Masaad, any chance of a few pictures of your set-up? Also what app are you using on your phone, and how does it connect with your install?

@Russ it is ARB application, very simple. You have two inputs, current and Target pressure. Other photos will send when I reach the car👍

[Niki]

@Russ you likely know or have noticed there really isn’t an open market here and as such not a competitive market.  There a single firm that sells each car brand and zero competition at the forecourts.  

Same plays out for supplying mods/gear.  The benefit of this is that the price of the item (compressor,etc) will likely be identical no matter where you get it installed so you just have to find a workshop you trust.  
 

For ARB, they also have set up direct presence in the UAE, they have a small shop front in international city and zero website presence… join them on Instagram to see their deals and pricing (they did some great promo’s for their fridge line up!)

below is the compressor of choice amongst this time sensitive, privileged, sun-shy, mod hungry bunch!! And the ARB add on to allow Bluetooth and mobile setting of PSI. 
 

[Lakshmi Narasimhan]

This is what it is

[Hisham Masaad]

6 minutes ago, Lakshmi Narasimhan said:

This is what it is

Yes, since there is a target pressure, you can use it for deflation. I used once and stopped, since for deflation it is taking so much time. With the appex valves you don't need any thing, but make sure you don't over deflate, since it is so fast😀😀

[Russ]

Thanks to everyone who replied, much appreciated!

[Ehab]

@Lorenzo Candelpergher I have the 4in1 system with digital gauge, I use it for both inflation and deflation, it’s pretty quick with deflation and you can make sure all tires are on the same pressure.

I have the portable ARB twin compressor with tank, it’s really quick, I usually take the flag off, cover the lights, turn off kill switch and all 4 wheels are on 36 PSI already.

I did not go with the mounted one because I use it with 2 cars and I also use it when cleaning the cars using a portable (external rechargeable battery).