| Re: [GMCnet] Barb's air compresor runs all the time that the ign is on in her 73. [message #316745 is a reply to message #316744] |
Fri, 28 April 2017 10:44   |
James Hupy
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Best high cost fix? Install my wireless remote controlled air system, and
throw all that other 40 year old crap away. I know she is not made of $$$,
so that is probably not an option for her, but it is available if need be.
Jim Hupy
On Apr 28, 2017 8:39 AM, "James Hupy" wrote:
> Bob, best LOW COST fix is as follows. J.R. Slaten dash valves that replace
> the round knob O.E. ones. Then, replace what ever compressor is there with
> a 380C ViAir compressor. If the air tank is still good, use it. Make sure
> that there is a check valve in line between the compressor and the tank.
> The pressure switch should cycle the compressor in the 80 psi /120 psi
> range. It is better to only use the ignition key to trigger a relay that
> powers the compressor. No heavy currents should flow through through the
> column. Check every single air line connection with children's bubble soap,
> and show her how to do that. It will become a life's work chasing leaks in
> all those hoses and valves. She should know how it is done. Check the
> leveling valves and their linkages in the wheel wells of the coach as well
> as the bags themselves for leaks. Once you have found and repaired all of
> the leaks, you should have a fairly reliable system. If you want to go one
> step further, consider installing shut off valves at the bags combined with
> Schrader inflation fittings. Then, with only a cigarette lighter powered
> air compressor, she will be able to inflate the bags and isolate them with
> the shut off valves until the leaks can be found and repaired. 40 year old
> plastic lines are like hard drives. They either have already failed, or,
> they are about ready to. Thanks for helping keep her on the road. Good on
> 'ya , mate.
> Jim Hupy
> Salem, Or
> 78 GMC ROYALE 403
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> On Apr 28, 2017 8:03 AM, "Jon Roche" wrote:
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>> I would guess not rebuildable.
>>
>> Odd thing is if it is a 100% duty cycle, it says max pressure 100 psi.
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>> These the specs?
>> http://riderite.com/-/media/www/riderite/files/Air%20Accesso
>> ry/Catalogs%20PgsCompressors.pdf
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>> Jon Roche
>> 75 palm beach
>> St. Cloud, MN
>> http://lqqkatjon.blogspot.com/
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