how do i modify it to be a air compressor i have read where some people talk about it but is it possible?? i dont use my a/c and i screwed up the like that goes under the pullys when i did the body lift so i lost my charge then and since then i unplugged the compressor....

 

I'm almost certain this would require a compressor swap. I doubt the stock A/C compressor outputs enough PSI to fill a reserve tank or provide "portable air".

However, based on the design of the compressor, you could modify the lines coming off the back of the junction block on the back of it. This block provides access to both sides of pressure.

 

The compressor of choice is an older York. Search online and you'll find lots of information on this. It's been discussed on here before also.

 

i searched and didnt find what i wanted i will try different search terms

 

well i guess my question is what will the factory compressor pump out?? i think my viair pushes out 2.1 cfm would the factory one work......

 

here is a couple of links that might help you a little.

http://www.visi.com/~bsimon/jeep/my_air.html

http://www.jedi.com/obiwan/jeep/yorkair.html

 

i keep finding jeep stuff....will the ranger compressor work? will it fill up a tank if it can what psi is reccommended....if i cant use the factory compressor iam going to nix this

 

Based on the amount of time it took to discharge and the power behind the release of pressure when I disconnected my A/C system, I would say it maintains a steady pressure of 80psi or so. This would pump a tank up just fine. However, I'm anxious to see what someone with real data has to say...

 

well i think iam going to try it and find out for myself....my a/c system dosent work anyways so iam going to try it if i could get a step by step i will try it and show some data

 

here is a link for a guy that used a ranger a/c compressor

http://www.rrorc.com/forums/showthread.php?p=268723

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2052164/2

 

Sounds like a great idea, whether it's for on board air or for horns : )

 

yea well it will replace the electric compressor....i just need to get the ***** to mutalate my compressor......lol

 

The FS-10 A/C compressor has the following characteristics:

l A ten-cylinder swashplate design utilizing the tangential design mount.

l Displacement of 170 cc (10.4 cubic inch)


Im not sure how displacement and rpm effect air volume output.


You will need a air tool oiler on the inlet and a oil separator on the outlet.

 

i think it would be better to just run the electric one.

pull the compressor and get the belt for a 4.0 that doesnt have A/C

 

The reason why people use the York for onboard air is because certain models had integral oil reservoirs. This type of compressor was found mostly in the A/C systems of 60s and 70s cars.

Modern A/C compressors, including the Ranger's, use lubricant carried in the refrigerant. If you try to use the stock Ranger compressor for onboard air, it won't be long before it fails from lack of lubrication.

From what I've heard, it may be possible to rig up an oiler of some sort that would allow the stock compressor to survive. That means extra work. On the other hand installing a York would require fabbing brackets and making the pulleys compatible.

 

basically i should just fix the a/c system to work again and just run the electric one....

 

id just buy another/bigger viair...and repair A/C

 

naa the viair pumps out really good and fast i was just looking to alternatives but is ok

 

What about your A/C system is inoperable, other than the lack of charge? A recharge is quick and easy!