Air Ride Compressor Mounting

[autonuerotic]

I mounted my compressor vertically (Filter end and head is towards the sky) on the flat surface of the inside passenger quarter-panel of my bed.  Is this okay?  I have'nt run the compressor much this way as I'm not into "hittin' swiches," barely drive my truck (gas prices)and only lay it out when parked.  I want my compressor to last and if I have to remount it in another manner I will.  Where and how do some of you have your compressor(s) mounted?  Should I change change my mount location?  

[shaved80]

it might rattle like a *no cussing*

[AIRBORNE]

I agree with shaved80, it'll probably rattle like you know what. I mounted both my compressors and my tank along the inside the frame rails. Just make sure that there is plenty of room for any moving parts (rear end, bag mounts etc.)

[autonuerotic]

Airborne... You mounted your tank and compressor on the inside of the frame rails?  Where did you have room?  I have a five gallon tank and I dont really have any room to mount it besides the bed.  My exhuast from the X-pipe back runs clear back along the frame rails and would be too hot and too close for comfort for my compressor/tank and lines.  The vibration or noise you guys are talking about, isnt really noticed over the exhaust note even at idle, so its not really a big deal.  What I am mostly concerned about is the North South configuration I mounted the compressor, I dont want to burn out the bearings or cause any excessive wear do to the way I mounted it.

[roundedline]

What kind of Compressor is it?
Typically you can mount them to the OUTSIDE of the framerail.

Chris Lucas
www.73-87chevytrucks.com
www.captkaoscustoms.com
Project Su
Jimmy 2WD Project

[autonuerotic]

The compressor is a ViAir, I think its a 375.  I thought about mounting it to the outside of the frame, but I dont want to get caught in a downpoor and soak my compressor since the wheels are outboard of the frame. Thats the main reason its mounted in the bed; its covered and will stay dry.  Still, my question is will the North/South mounting position affect the longevity of the compressor?

[AIRBORNE]

I mounted my tank behind the rearend and the compressors on either side before the rearend. I made small heat shields for the compressors but the tank has plenty of room (no spare tire). Your compressor should be fine mounted north to south, I know several guys who have theirs mounted the same way just not the same spot.

[roundedline]

If it is a ViAir 300 series it is oiless so you can mount it in any direction you want except upside down.  The 300 series is also seals from moisture...

Chris Lucas
www.73-87chevytrucks.com
www.captkaoscustoms.com
Project Su
Jimmy 2WD Project

[lokmotion85]

best bet ditch the electric compresor , to each there own ,I run an engine drive no problem mounting ,200 psi fills 2 9gal tanks w/ ease, & roundedline is correct any direct & there sealed

[autonuerotic]

I run a different type of engine driven compressor...The kind that whines, sometimes known as a "roots."  I thought about running the type of compressor your talking about, but there is no point and not to mention Im trying to keep parasitic losses to a minimum.  Thanks for your input though.