Then don’t look at that M18 compressor because you set it to the pressure you want and it does all the work. Combined with a quick coupler it’s more handy than using my shop compressor for top offs.
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Then don’t look at that M18 compressor because you set it to the pressure you want and it does all the work. Combined with a quick coupler it’s more handy than using my shop compressor for top offs.
Stop spending my money!
I'm in the M18 family. Looking at a couple M12 tools for black friday sales...
I'm still the one holding on to my 80g air tank at tools vs adding other M18/M12 tools to control my expenses and new tools (I'm trying really hard to stay married...)
Great looking hose! I'm picking up the cheap stuff so maybe I need to look that that. I just ordered another option before you posted this. If it shows up cheap - I may need to go this route so appreciate the recommendation!
I said don’t look cause it’s really cool.
I prefer the flexzilla hoses to the coiled. No memory is nice. Roll them up and stick them in a bag. I fight with the coiled ones.
https://www.amazon.com/Flexzilla-He...-ZillaGreen/dp/B008BT2SIY/?tag=wranglerorg-20
Is this what You're talking about?
The coiled hose I use I put in one of the fenderwell Tuffy boxes and can pull it out and use it no problem.
I appreciate that - it's like the old 'don't research diamond or you'll spend x10 what you planned'. Had a buddy who was all about data fall into this trap and spend a stupid amount on an engagement ring. Stupidier wasn't even in the context of what could be spent on a ring — he went from modest to a house down payment because he researched too much and 'couldn't un-see' his research....
I'll see on the hoses how my next cheap one arrives.
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ACK — Buying cheap. I'll likely buy good in the future... I know the rules.
So the recommendations are saved away!
Here's a list of the fitting types for future reference. I like the "A" style.they push on and you only use the collar to take them off
I see the Milwaukee options and random videos online and I quickly want to drain my wallet... So many awesome options in the cordless that I could buy to replace or add to my tools....
It's a great inflection point where the batteries last (over time, not charge), provide the needed power, etc.
Yep. But don’t get the coupling version if yours aren’t compatible.
I had a couple of those universal couplers installed on my Jeep but they didn't survive the elements very well.
Most of the shops I worked in all used the M style on their couplers so my air tools were all setup with them.
I run the 'V' in all my garage tools. Hi-Flow
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001O2ZID2/?tag=wranglerorg-20
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BVYSY2/?tag=wranglerorg-20
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I picked up connectors & couplers from HF when I first went air tool but I was so underwhelmed. These are just standard input sizes (so don't blame HF).
But I felt the impacts, grinders, etc, were starved. So I went with the hi-flow and I've really been impressed.
If I need to go elsewhere with the tools, I have a hi-flow coupler-to-standard short hose so I can hook up. I also kept my pancake on standard fittings.
Milton female will take standard fittings, but you can't fit a hi-flow Milton male in a standard/typical female coupler.
I'm staying M-style on the Jeep to stay 'universal' for what most on the trail will carry if you need help.
I've mentioned above why I went in the garage to hi-flow.
I'm installing this compressor for just tires, not to run air tools (maybe in a pinch, but now the plan). So, if I bring any air tools from the garage, I'd bring the adapter hose, because I love the hi-flow in the garage!
I didn't notice the universal thing until after I posted it,i can see how it would blow out faster not being tight fitting to each type.
I always called the M style "carpenter" and the T style "mechanic" because the fatter end takes impacts on a concrete floor better.
A lot of older shops used the T style but then when I moved to a newer shop they were all M style. OF course it was my responsibility to swap all my air tools to what was used in that shop. I have a drawer full of the T style.
The universal coupler was great for being able to use whoever's air hose got plugged into my Jeep. But I think I only got about 4 seasons out of a coupler and it might have been closer to 3.
Coupler arrived today. Still a while away from installing it but playing around with it and a connector, I'm impressed and think it will be an easier coupler to use than the 'standard couplers'.
Like this:
This ARB one sits in an almost 'ready' state and then snaps up when the connector is inserted. So when you go remove the connector, you are basically 'nudging' the coupler back to it's home/normal state. Takes minimal effort for that 'nudge'.
Makes it much easier to remove than a standard connector where you are pushing back against the internal spring that wants to 'snap closed' once the connector is removed.
Normal/home state:
Connector installed:
You can see how the rubber on the coupler is now raised up. When you go to remove the coupler, you push back the rubber on the coupler and it snaps back it's normal (empty) state with ease.
Isn't that the point of this support group?
If not - I think we all have missed the bus on why we're here...
@Apparition is by far the biggest offender or supporter on this front — depending on what you believe is the purpose of this support group...
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