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Respectful answer! Thanks I have never used one or know folks personally that do.Thanks for posting this! Good info on the differences.
I like the ability to run a small impact gun is also nice if going with the dual.
My research on this very topic was done right after Ford first announced their under-hood mount for the dual compressor. Quite a few folks loved the power tank and stood by them.
The main draw-backs are that it's large, and not reliable in that if you run out of air out on the trail, you're done for and need a tow or somebody else with a compressor. Plenty of folks that came across as solid outdoorsy people admitting they forgot to fill the tank because they had already loaded the vehicle and didn't want to un-load to get to the tank and check, only to have to rely upon their friends.
Power Tank is a perfectly viable direction to go, but there are more limitations than an on-board system. (which isn't flawless, a low battery or failing alternator will see the on-board air leaving you stranded just as well)
It just comes down to preference, and how much space you want to dedicate to the tank. Underhood compressor along with a small gun and airline under a seat doesn't take too much room.
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