So I just got a new Train Horn Setup Installed on my Truck the other Day.
I got a Leslie RS3K, 5 Gallon Tank, 1/2" Lines, 110/145psi Switch Installed on my Silverado.
I got the Horns mounted under the Bed Sideways, Firing out the Passenger Side.
It’s loud, but honestly isn’t as loud as I would think IMO. I previously had Grover Studdertones Installed, Fire Truck Horns, had them Mounted behind my Front Bumper. Those were loud, as loud as I thought they would be.
So why is it I don’t think these Leslie’s loud? Could it be because they are now mounted in the Back and Firing out the Side? Would it be safe to turn them and face them forward? I want to do this, but am scared about stuff getting stuck in them. I’ve been trying to fine Snow Screens or some kind of Debris Screen for them, but haven’t found anything.
They are running at 145psi now. Would it be safe to bump 'em up to about 200psi, or would that be too much?
No no no dont run them over 135psi…u will damage the tab back…and then resulting in damage to the inner parts of the horn. I would face them forward as well, u can make ur own debris screens, with wire mesh, and basically stretch it over the bells making them tight…its also based on how much air you have, i would recomened upgrading to a bigger tank, you can probally vouch for your self when you honk it, your pressure switch comes on, a leslie rs3k is a big horn that requires alot of air. Make sure if you take the horn apart that you align the bells with the tab backs the right way and not to the side or anything like that.
hey bud i just wanted to tell you don’t if you have to make the compressor work harder to get that high it wont last long trust me they guys that install these things see it all the time people bump up the psi there compressors take a poop asap
Good for you because it will be easier on everything at 145 PSI. If you want a compressor to work at 200 PSI consistantly without taking a poop, get an Oasis. Even then we recommend a check and unloader valve.
That depends on how long you plan to use compressed air. They might cost a bit up front but it’s either that or buy many of the others that will cost as much or more over the long run.