I really like your setup and the horn looks awesome. I have a 10 gallon tank at 150psi and a k5hla and barely get a 7-8 sec blast so that 200psi and the reg must really go a long way. But my purpose was to run as much air volume to the horns as possible so that must be whats killing me with 5/8 id hose and manual valve air goes fast on them. After seeing your k5 it makes me want to bring mine up out of the spare tire location
WOW 5/8 ID! you must really go through the air:eek:
I am very pleased with the 1/2 OD on the lines I have now, I feel as if, (and everyone else says) its as loud as a real train or maybe a little louder. I have decided to stick with the 1/2 OD. I would really have to hear the difference in person to spend any more money on my setup. LOL i have been put on a spending freeze by the wife for a few months lol. But i needed it. Also thanks for the complements. I love my setup where it is and the sound it gets from being in the bed.
That’s a sweet setup. Contact Hornblasters again when you get tired of waiting 10 minutes to refill that tank. (XD3000 hint hint)
I talked it over with the wife, and I’m cleared hot to buy an XD and a 10 to 12 gallon tank. Just gotta pay off some of the regular monthly stuff and I’ll be calling Garrett again …
Kris
let me know how much faster the XD is. lol
Holy hell i just researched the xd3000 and xd4000 that is amazing, would i have to run bigger wires than the 10 gauge and would i only need one or two. They are impressive!!! may have to wait a few months but looks like something i need. What kind of warranty do they carry
A single XD3000 or XD4000 will fill 12 gallons from 0 to 150 PSI in about 2 minutes. The XD3000 should fit your needs unless your running it constantly. They come with 10 feet of 4 gauge welding wire. If that isn’t long enough to reach your battery, we recommend mounting an auxiliary deep cycle battery next to the compressor and connecting it to your vehicle battery. Avoid Optima batteries per customer testimonies. Never ground the compressor to the chassis so connect both cables to a battery.
They have a 1 year warranty that covers everything except installation and maintenance issues. Don’t over tighten any fittings into the discharge port or you’ll crack the finned head and make sure you can always see the oil level in the sight glass.
Stupid question: Can’t you shim under the box on each side so it sits higher over the bed? You could use all sorts of materials. Plastic wood designed for exterior house trim comes to mind, and it will accept a coat of paint.
NM, that was re old post
been doing some adjusting on the regulator and the horns have a great tone at 135 psi. i am about to post a few pictures of the truck cleaned up i promised, Lighting is bad outside though lol
here are a few pictures of the truck cleaned up, and one cell phone video of a 65 mph drive by. got another 135 psi sound clip uploading now.
little video, for some reason the cell phone didnt pick up the horn way down the road, also my dumb oven sister was driving and doing 65 in a 45. so sorry for the poor quality.
Nice truck, thanks for the pics
Did you have to put any vents in your toolbox so the compressors could get plenty of air? Your entire setup is awesome just gettin ready to finish up mine i will post it when im done.
yes it does have some air holes. I put a 3/4 inch hole by where the filters are and a few more in spots that would not let water in or affect the integrity of the tool box. This also helps to let the heat out the compressors make. Mine are still running strong. I do want the oasis though
Did you end up using hvac coil cleaner to clean the grime off the bells?
sure did, it works wonders.
Welcome to the forum. It’s always a good idea to provide ventilation to compressors due to the heat they generate. Posting pics is always appreciated.
Nice setup!
Were you able to fit a drain valve under the air tank?
yeah, I just drilled a 3/4 hole right under it and have a small wrench that I can fit under there and let it drain, About to put a solenoid on it though since I put a Graham White valve in the cab.