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Tyre inflators at filling stations

  • 18-10-2019 04:04PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 405 ✭✭


    Anyone ever have any issues with inflating their tyres using the filling station inflators?

    Tried at two different filling stations and wouldn't work on my car. Had to call roadside assistance, and they said that the machine didn't fit my tyre valves.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,771 ✭✭✭degsie


    Did you take the dust caps off? :cool:


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 974 ✭✭✭Remouad


    Valves are standard on all tyres.

    what kind of car do you drive?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,106 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    starWave wrote: »
    Anyone ever have any issues with inflating their tyres using the filling station inflators?

    Tried at two different filling stations and wouldn't work on my car. Had to call roadside assistance, and they said that the machine didn't fit my tyre valves.

    What type of pump was it? There are some you have to set the pressure first. There is also a lot that don't work because people abuse them.

    Buy a 12V battery pump and never worry again.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,026 ✭✭✭H3llR4iser


    The "difficulty" I find is that sometimes they're broken and/or functioning incorrectly. The last time I used one, of the electronic automated variety (you set the desired pressure, connect the pipe to the valve and it inflates to it automatically), it kept misreading the pressure and letting out air - in the end I had to let it completely deflate the tire and re-inflate to pressure with the "puncture" mode (which, oddly, read pressure correctly).

    But I've never found one that "doesn't fit the valve" as they are, as said, standard. .


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 405 ✭✭starWave


    Both were the type that you set the pressure, and it turns off when it reaches that pressure. The forecourt/shop assistants couldn't get it to work either.

    The mechanic said it didn't fit my valves but his 12v pump worked fine. Must buy one.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,026 ✭✭✭H3llR4iser


    starWave wrote: »
    Both were the type that you set the pressure, and it turns off when it reaches that pressure. The forecourt/shop assistants couldn't get it to work either.

    The mechanic said it didn't fit my valves but his 12v pump worked fine. Must buy one.


    Yeah they were broken - they look pretty solid, but somehow people manage to break the pressure sensing spring in them. No idea how. Was a common problem with the old manual ones with the "align the two lines" pressure gauges as well.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 29,612 ✭✭✭✭_Kaiser_


    Can anyone recommend a decent pump then? Options in my immediate area are limited and the one that is there I don't think is calibrated right as it was over-inflating when checked with a different machine near the office

    Something I can just hook up at the door (preferably with the same cut-off function if possible?) would be great.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,131 ✭✭✭jhegarty


    Remouad wrote: »
    Valves are standard on all tyres.

    what kind of car do you drive?

    One from an alternative universe, where August Schrader was never born.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,182 ✭✭✭killbillvol2


    _Kaiser_ wrote: »
    Can anyone recommend a decent pump then? Options in my immediate area are limited and the one that is there I don't think is calibrated right as it was over-inflating when checked with a different machine near the office

    Something I can just hook up at the door (preferably with the same cut-off function if possible?) would be great.

    Search for Ring tyre inflator on Amazon. I have the analogue one, works perfectly off the cigarette charger. I had the digital one previously, also worked perfectly until I dropped it!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,106 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    _Kaiser_ wrote: »
    Can anyone recommend a decent pump then? Options in my immediate area are limited and the one that is there I don't think is calibrated right as it was over-inflating when checked with a different machine near the office

    Something I can just hook up at the door (preferably with the same cut-off function if possible?) would be great.

    You can get them in Argos or any motor factors for about €10. For auto stop you need to spend a bit more. Once you don't buy from a dodgy website then they will be accurate enough for road use.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,358 ✭✭✭✭Esel
    Not Your Ornery Onager


    Check Lidl. They had a metal one recently on offer for €17 which looked quality. It may still be in stock in some stores. You can ring customer service and they can tell you if any local stores have stock.

    Not your ornery onager



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 684 ✭✭✭TallGlass2


    I got the Air Hawk Pro, there are other cheaper options, but this does the job for me anyway.

    https://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/7648647/Trail/searchtext%3ETYRE+INFLATOR.htm


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,060 ✭✭✭✭biko


    starWave wrote: »
    The mechanic said it didn't fit my valves but his 12v pump worked fine. Must buy one.
    What car is it?
    I'd get the standard valves instead.
    Tyre valves are easily replaced by a professional for next-to-nothing money.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,106 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    biko wrote: »
    What car is it?
    I'd get the standard valves instead.
    Tyre valves are easily replaced by a professional for next-to-nothing money.

    More than likely the compressor wasn't working if they managed to pump with another airline or could have been some gunk in the valve that moved.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,060 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Yeah, that's why I'm so intrigued. All regular cars have the same valves.
    It's not like bikes that can have either Presta or Schrader valves.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,364 ✭✭✭jimbis


    One thing to remember when using the 12v compressors is to keep your engine running when your using it.
    I've been called out loads of times to punctures and flat batteries after they've tried pumping the tyre with the engine off.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,885 ✭✭✭✭MEGA BRO WOLF 5000


    Different valves?

    Never heard of it.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 684 ✭✭✭TallGlass2


    jimbis wrote: »
    One thing to remember when using the 12v compressors is to keep your engine running when your using it.
    I've been called out loads of times to punctures and flat batteries after they've tried pumping the tyre with the engine off.

    I find running the engine, seems to give more juice to the compressor also!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,880 ✭✭✭corks finest


    Search for Ring tyre inflator on Amazon. I have the analogue one, works perfectly off the cigarette charger. I had the digital one previously, also worked perfectly until I dropped it!


    Bought one in Lidl absolutely rubbish lasted 3 months


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,182 ✭✭✭killbillvol2


    Bought one in Lidl absolutely rubbish lasted 3 months

    That was an achievement as Lidl didn't sell them.

    Ring are well reviewed everywhere.

    Also, I'd only use mine about twice in three months so maybe you should blow up your rubber duck or whatever with a hand pump.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,789 ✭✭✭✭peasant


    I would recommend a good old-fashioned footpump. In particular this one (got it myself)
    https://www.halfords.ie/workshop-tools/garage-equipment/tyre-inflators-pressure-gauges/michelin-digital-double-barrel-footpump

    The double barrel action means it's at least as fast as an affordable compressor, the digital gauge on it is really accurate (unlike the guess-o-meter on most compressors) and because it's foot powered it will work anywhere, anytime without the annoying racket.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 972 ✭✭✭somebody_else


    Bought one in Lidl absolutely rubbish lasted 3 months

    Most likely it was an Aldi pump.

    My one was able to pump 14 inch wheels but gave up with 16 inch I have now.
    A the end I gave it to my colleague and he is ok using it with a mopped.

    Tom


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,577 ✭✭✭✭dsmythy


    peasant wrote: »
    I would recommend a good old-fashioned footpump. In particular this one (got it myself)
    https://www.halfords.ie/workshop-tools/garage-equipment/tyre-inflators-pressure-gauges/michelin-digital-double-barrel-footpump

    The double barrel action means it's at least as fast as an affordable compressor, the digital gauge on it is really accurate (unlike the guess-o-meter on most compressors) and because it's foot powered it will work anywhere, anytime without the annoying racket.

    Manual ones are great. Do it once a week and there's little to no pumping required.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,106 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    peasant wrote: »
    I would recommend a good old-fashioned footpump. In particular this one (got it myself)
    https://www.halfords.ie/workshop-tools/garage-equipment/tyre-inflators-pressure-gauges/michelin-digital-double-barrel-footpump

    The double barrel action means it's at least as fast as an affordable compressor, the digital gauge on it is really accurate (unlike the guess-o-meter on most compressors) and because it's foot powered it will work anywhere, anytime without the annoying racket.

    Your pumping a car tyre so there'll be power for a electric pump, so an electric pump will always work when you need it.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 757 ✭✭✭Agent_47


    I use this, reduced to £30 with voucher, no faffing about
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/GHB-Inflator-Portable-Compressor-Rechargeable/dp/B0734QJR7M


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 6,554 ✭✭✭DaveyDave


    If you're ever really stuck a bike pump also works. I used my floor pump with pressure gauge on my sister's car when she had a slow puncture. Didn't take too long either. If you're ever really stuck if course :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,920 ✭✭✭zubair


    A foot pump is what you want. Halfords double barrel foot pump for a 10er is spot on. No faffing about it just works.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 405 ✭✭starWave


    I guess I have the standard valve, but was wondering as the mechanic said the machine didn't fit my car. I guess the air machine was damaged as some have suggested.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,900 ✭✭✭wandererz


    I have this Michelin one which pumps from flat in 4mins.
    Used it over a dozen times already. No problems.

    Can get it in Halfords as well. Check stock online for your local store.

    Michelin High Power Tyre Inflator Pump Electric Air Compressor 12V Display 12265 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00XELZ94Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_W4fRDbEPX88XX


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,716 ✭✭✭zilog_jones


    Good exercise! https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ie/en/park-tool-home-mechanic-floor-pump-pfp-8/rp-prod142355
    Works fine on my car, unlike cheap Aldi crap that broke after a few months. Gauge is quite vague though, so I use a separate digital gauge.


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