PacBrake Compressor

[SBeretz]

Hey guys, I just got back from Afghanistan a few days ago and my compressor for my PacBrake has taken a dump. I called PacBrake and spoke to Harold and we diagnosed the problem. He says I need a new compressor and since the compressor is only a one year warranty I will need to buy a new one. I asked if there was a better one available for the truck, as I have only actually had the brake installed since July of 07, and really don't think I stressed it out too much. I really like the brake and the way it works, I am just kind of unhappy about the performance of the compressor. Harold said if I don't use the quick air connect to put a plug in it, but since I do use it pretty frequently for quad tires and things of that nature.



If any of you know where to get a compressor for a better price than 180. 00, please let me know. I don't mind paying it, but it would be nice to know it was a fluke. I will double check all of the air connections once I get a new one, but I did this just before deploying last year for another unrelated problem. they seemed good at the time but you never know. Anyhow, thanks for the assistance. Scotty

 

[GSchneuer]

Pac Brake Compressor

Hi Scotty, I too have the pacbrake system on my truck and the PB compressor is too small to run anything that uses air. I installed a Firestone Load Leveler # 9270 compressor, it air powers my PB and 4 gal. air tank for my dual air horns. It does the PB system proud.



U. S. Air Force Ret.



Gary

 

[DE Jeeper]

I run the Firestone compressor too. I had the bags before I had PAC and it works well for both.



Aaron

 

[Bob V]

I have 5 years on my Pac Brake compressor and twice it has quit on me. All I had to do is take the back side of the motor off and clean the comutater/brushes, good for another 2 years

 

[CumminsBu]

I would replace it with a Superflow Q Industries MV-50 you can get them online for under $80. bucks. Can't beat it for the price.



Sam's Club - Super Flow MV50 High Volume Compressor

 

[JHofmann]

I don't have a good suggestion for a new compressor, just wanted to say thanks for your service. THANK YOU!

 

[EZeis]

I'm planning on installing one on my truck. How does the compressors hold up for just the exhaust brake? I wouldn't be using the Pacbrake air system for anything but the Pacbrake.



Earl

 

[CIverson]

I replaced mine with a Viair compressor when the packbrake one went bad.



I've have had great luck w/ their compressors, and you can get a decent one for under 180.

 

[JCasper]

First off, thanks for your service.



Second, the PB compressor is a Viar unit if you look at it closely. I remember reading that when I was installing it.



Mine has been working for a bit over a year without issues. I removed the coupler on the compressor quite a while back as it leaked very bad.



I would look into a higher quality Viar, one rated at 100% duty or a Air Zenith. You can get one for around the $180 mark or you can spend more and get a lot more capacity for those other chores you want it to do.

 

[SBeretz]

Sorry for the long wait for the response. Our home computer took a crap and I had to go and get a new computer. I am going to look over your suggestions and see what is the most sensible solution. I wouldn't mind getting rid of the coupler, but I do use it sometimes for the quads tires and stuff. Anyhow, thanks again for all of the advice.



Thanks again, for all you who said thanks. . I (and my guys) appreciate it. Scotty