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Default OT(ish) 12V compressor vs. 240V compressor for tyres


"David" wrote in message
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I'm looking at a more robust compressor to blow up the camper van tyres.
Rears need to go up to 5 bar 72.5 PSI.
Basic 12v cigar lighter pumps can struggle to get this high and/or take a
very long time.

Being a belt/braces sort of chap I would go for all three: Decent double
barrelled brass foot pump[1] and 12v thingy to work off fag lighter to keep
in vehicle. These should get you out of most situ's. If not, you need more
than a compressor. Space & funds permitting, equip yourself with a mains
voltage machine. A mains compressor can be a V useful machine.
HTH
Nick.
[1] Halfords 'used' to sell these. Mine now 20+yo.