Inflating tyres at home?

long_b

What do people use to keep tyres at the correct pressure at home?

Ideally either 240V and/or rechargable

Thank ye.

FishOnABike

Any of the 12v digital compressors, powered from the lighter socket. Most allow you set the desired air pressure and automatically switch off when the set value is reached. Use one to check most weeks + before any long journeys or if I need to temporarily inflate to a higher pressure if carrying a heavier than usual load.

TigerTim

Any recommendations to 12v digital compressor. I have an old one (20 years) but it's miserably slow. Handy to have in the car.

T.

long_b

I'd like to avoid 12V as lighter sockets knackered

ongarite

How about this rechargeable one by Xiaomi.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Xiaomi-Portable-Adult-Unisex-Black/dp/B07XZCLGVQ

CianRyan

Fix or replace your 12v socket?

peasant

Michelin double barrel foot pump.

Very accurate gauge, quicker than a 12V compressor and sooo much quieter



Bought in Halfrauds some few years ago for 20 odd quid and still going strong

listermint

peasant wrote: »

Michelin double barrel foot pump.

Very accurate gauge, quicker than a 12V compressor and sooo much quieter



Bought in Halfrauds some few years ago for 20 odd quid and still going strong

God no.

Can we revoke your motors access ?

elperello

long_b wrote: »

I'd like to avoid 12V as lighter sockets knackered

You can get a socket attached to crocodile clips which will allow you to use any pump with lighter socket plug.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/NOCO-GC017-Socket-Plug/dp/B00G8WLX78/ref=asc_df_B00G8WLX78/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=399665816102&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8095378025448824940&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9040155&hvtargid=pla-436386171778&psc=1&th=1&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=93504844788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=399665816102&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8095378025448824940&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9040155&hvtargid=pla-436386171778

embraer170

ongarite wrote: »

How about this rechargeable one by Xiaomi.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Xiaomi-Portable-Adult-Unisex-Black/dp/B07XZCLGVQ

I have one of those. A bit noisy and slow but I am otherwise perfectly happy. I am not sure they would inflate a tire from zero but perfectly fine for keeping things topped up.

Also useful for bikes, footballs, etc.

peasant

listermint wrote: »

God no.

Can we revoke your motors access ?

In the time it takes to get all cables unwound on the compressor, plugged in and out and squared away again.this yoke's got four tyres checked and pumped up

Also ...real men pump themselves
(did that come out wrong?)

Wetbench4

elperello wrote: »

You can get a socket attached to crocodile clips which will allow you to use any pump with lighter socket plug.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/NOCO-GC017-Socket-Plug

I've a BMW and I wouldn't be attaching anything directly to the battery like that, could end up frying an module/ecu.. Not sure about other makes and models..

jelutong

peasant wrote: »

Michelin double barrel foot pump.

Very accurate gauge, quicker than a 12V compressor and sooo much quieter



Bought in Halfrauds some few years ago for 20 odd quid and still going strong

And builds up the leg muscles.

Whocare

Depending on how much you want to spent but I would be on look out in aldl or lidl went have air compressor for sale think it around €99 for compressor plus a hose and tyre gauge should have change out of €150 all in

elperello

Wetbench4 wrote: »

I've a BMW and I wouldn't be attaching anything directly to the battery like that, could end up frying an module/ecu.. Not sure about other makes and models..

Good point.

You need to be sure before attaching it.

FishOnABike

Whocare wrote: »

Depending on how much you want to spent but I would be on look out in aldl or lidl went have air compressor for sale think it around €99 for compressor plus a hose and tyre gauge should have change out of €150 all in

It doesn't need to be a workshop grade compressor. A small compressor, just for inflating tyres, that fits in the boot is all that's needed. Plenty digital compressors / tyre inflator models for sub €40. I picked one up for less than €20 in an Aldi special offer / discount price. Still going strong after several years use.

Whocare

FishOnABike wrote: »

It doesn't need to be a workshop grade compressor. A small compressor, just for inflating tyres, that fits in the boot is all that's needed. Plenty digital compressors / tyre inflator models for sub €40. I picked one up for less than €20 in an Aldi special offer / discount price. Still going strong after several years use.

How do you know what op wants ? He did say preferably 240v and he might have no problem spending 150 for nice compressor and lidl/aldl compressor are great bit of gear

Probably a bit off topic, but on the subject of 12v accessories that are worth owning, can anyone recommend a decent/reputably branded wheel nut remover?

I had this (gifted to me at Christmas):

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elikliv-Electric-Wrench-InchAuto-Automotive/dp/B092PZK73Y/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=12+impact+wrench&qid=1624143053&sr=8-9


But unfortunately it died on me. It only did a small bit of work in that time, so I wouldn't trust to buy the same again.


Has anyone got one they'd stand over or one that'd be decent enough and not break after very little use 6 months later?

Whocare

Deleted User wrote: »

Probably a bit off topic, but on the subject of 12v accessories that are worth owning, can anyone recommend a decent/reputably branded wheel nut remover?

I had this (gifted to me at Christmas):

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elikliv-Electric-Wrench-InchAuto-Automotive/dp/B092PZK73Y/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=12+impact+wrench&qid=1624143053&sr=8-9


But unfortunately it died on me. It only did a small bit of work in that time, so I wouldn't trust to buy the same again.


Has anyone got one they'd stand over or one that'd be decent enough and not break after very little use 6 months later?

Lidl have great battery impact went they have them. Think it around 80 euros look exactly same as Draper one but are like 200euro same torque figures have one on farm for Last two years now great value for price (but still won't opened very tight wheels nuts can't really expect it to too as you could easily spend 500 plus on battery impact

BrianD3

I have one of these, uses the mains and is far better than any of the 12v inflators I've used but without the bulk and weight of a tank compressor.

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Portable-Parkside-Compressor-180-A1-1-1-kW-Accessories/dp/B00VFXJYLW

challengemaster

Whocare wrote: »

How do you know what op wants ? He did say preferably 240v and he might have no problem spending 150 for nice compressor and lidl/aldl compressor are great bit of gear

They're a pile of ****e if you actually want to use it for anything except blowing up tyres. They're low volume and low output.

Alkers

peasant wrote: »

Michelin double barrel foot pump.

Very accurate gauge, quicker than a 12V compressor and sooo much quieter



Bought in Halfrauds some few years ago for 20 odd quid and still going strong

I returned three of those in the space of a couple of weeks. Replaced with a high quality track pump which is the job! The noise off the 12v jobs are very off-putting if using frequently

Whocare

challengemaster wrote: »

They're a pile of ****e if you actually want to use it for anything except blowing up tyres. They're low volume and low output.

Well get what you pay for.but have use it for small spraying job no problem to it blowing out stuff like air filter pumping tractor tyres for what it is and price good bit of kit . maybe you're expecting miracles from a 25 l tank plus very reliable have my one 5 or 6 now

colm_mcm

challengemaster wrote: »

They're a pile of ****e if you actually want to use it for anything except blowing up tyres. They're low volume and low output.

You’ll end up with more oil in your tyres than air

frozenfrozen

Any recommendations for an inflator if I have a compressor already

boredatwork82

I bought this at the start of the year. So far no issues. Really handy, and convenient and seems like very good quality.

This crowd are based in NI so no customs charges.
Although delivery was a bit slow.

https://www.craigmoreonline.ie/draper-20582-12v-cordless-air-compressor?gclid=CjwKCAjwzruGBhBAEiwAUqMR8IzF-PSHmrL_Jx9M-tEz_QHy-3L0ZjeBU4C57KIby50MyVOTD9XX8BoCRb8QAvD_BwE

Whocare

Whocare wrote: »

Lidl have great battery impact went they have them. Think it around 80 euros look exactly same as Draper one but are like 200euro same torque figures have one on farm for Last two years now great value for price (but still won't opened very tight wheels nuts can't really expect it to too as you could easily spend 500 plus on battery impact

I wouldn't buy a battery one, to be honest. It'd be in the boot of the car that long that by the time I did actually need it, the battery would be dead.

wandererz

I have this one:
https://www.halfords.ie/tools/garage-equipment/tyre-inflators-and-pressure-gauges/michelin-high-power-tyre-inflator-538753.html

Inflates from flat in 4mins.
€54 and there is another version @ €69 with auto cutoff.

Also have this rechargeable jump starter with inflator.
Only problem is that you have to remember to check it often to ensure it hasn't lost its charge.

https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/battery-maintenance/jump-starters/halfords-6-in-1-jump-starter-power-pack-654898.html

colm_mcm

Deleted User wrote: »

I wouldn't buy a battery one, to be honest. It'd be in the boot of the car that long that by the time I did actually need it, the battery would be dead.

The lithium batteries don’t have that issue.

galwaytt

Whocare wrote: »

Depending on how much you want to spent but I would be on look out in aldl or lidl went have air compressor for sale think it around €99 for compressor plus a hose and tyre gauge should have change out of €150 all in

My LIDL one just died - and it got a lot of use. Lasted 15 years !! Repair part is only €10.

CianRyan

[Deleted User] wrote: »

I wouldn't buy a battery one, to be honest. It'd be in the boot of the car that long that by the time I did actually need it, the battery would be dead.

You don't have that problem anymore. I haven't charged my tools since I left the workshop nearly 5 months ago, most are still nearly full and I'd use them most weekends.
Now, that's Snap-On and Milwaukee but you know yourself.

grogi

Floor bicycle pump. It inflates much faster than any electric compressor I tried.

Detritus70

Yis are all too soft.

deandean

I bought this off Amazon in 2019 and can't fault it. It plugs into the car lighter socket. Auto shut off. Have the engine running when you're using it.
Ring Automotive Ring RTC1000
The bicycle track pumps are 10 to 15 strokes per PSI. They'll leave you very sweaty!

_Kaiser_

boredatwork82 wrote: »

I bought this at the start of the year. So far no issues. Really handy, and convenient and seems like very good quality.

This crowd are based in NI so no customs charges.
Although delivery was a bit slow.

https://www.craigmoreonline.ie/draper-20582-12v-cordless-air-compressor?gclid=CjwKCAjwzruGBhBAEiwAUqMR8IzF-PSHmrL_Jx9M-tEz_QHy-3L0ZjeBU4C57KIby50MyVOTD9XX8BoCRb8QAvD_BwE

Amazon UK currently have this for £43.81/€53.37 delivered (via Prime)

Just pulled the trigger. Will be here Friday they say.

RosieJoe

Use a bike pump, like above and this to ensure correct pressure

zilog_jones

I use a Park Tool bicycle track pump, the gauge is a bit crap for car tyres (I use a separate digital gauge) but I know about 10 pumps is 1 psi in my car tyres. Was about €50, has lasted years, good exercise

I previously had a cheap Aldi or Lidl track pump that blew some seal after a year or so. Buy nice or buy twice!

DaveyDave

I used a Joe Blow bike pump on my sister's car a few times. Doesn't take long at all to top up tyres. It has an analogue gauge and I also have a digital gauge from when I was mountain biking and adjusting pressure on the go. Decent brand pump will last years of frequent use.

Only issue is looking a bit strange using a bike pump on a car, but it works and saves me having to go to a garage. Car only needs 1-2psi every few months so probably won't invest in a car specific one.

fancy pigeon

I use an old 11CFM compressor, with a 200l tank, PCL inflator with gauge


Or if I'm lazy, the local applegreen

E36Ross

frozenfrozen wrote: »

Any recommendations for an inflator if I have a compressor already

PCL Mk4.

I had a cheap €15 eBay special and it wasn't 100% accurate and ended up breaking.