Thinking about buying this kit would like some help

Installation Help & Advice Horn Kits
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I’m new here and I’m wanting to get a train horn just for some laughs but something that not gonna burn a hole in my pocket so I was looking at this
http://www.hornblasters.com/products/details.php?i=caboose-228-air-horn-kit
I know nothing about train horns and I couldn’t find a db rating or a review on this on but I did on the smaller one. So I was wondering about how many db’s it would do? And the sound clip and video on the 145 psi and 120 psi are the same. And any basic information I should know would be helpful
Thanks

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Welcome!

Yeah you can’t judge loudness from the videos. You can hear what pitch you like, but seems like they all max out the microphone.

Db ratings are pretty much useless. I could probably get a reading of 150db from my stock horn if I shoved the microphone down it’s throat. So how are other companies getting their readings?

You’re better off picking a tone you like. Pick a kit with good components from a company with a good reputation. Hornblasters has great customer service and -IMO- there is a lot of integrity in the fact they don’t post db ratings. Authentic trainhorns are the loudest - Shockers are the next best thing.

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Welcome to the forum.

If you can afford a little more you might be happier with one of the Shocker kits. Most Shocker reviews are good unless they’re being compared to Airchimes or Leslies.

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Thanks for the help! I think I’ll just spend the extra money and get the shocker kit.

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Welcome! The shockers are a great way to start, you wont be dissapointed.

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Save a little extra & get the Shockers!

Welcome aboard:D