New Product Release: Mabett Tailgate Air Compressor

[acarzt]

Which one of the 4 compressor models listed on Amazon did you get from that first link?

I got the " 12.3cfm, Dual Cylinder Digital Setting Auto-stop"

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[EveryDayBronco]

It's been awhile since we've had a new product release from Mabett, but here's an interesting one...

Tailgate Air Compressor

Not too bad a price for $300.

Now, I'm no expert on this stuff, so my questions are, and hopefully "Mabett" chimes in, compared to the IAG model that uses the Viair 400, listed at 2.3CFM... How does that compare to 70LPM? And does the 1 gallon tank with the IAG help? Could one be added to this Mabett version?

Thoughts?

I like the idea and I'm wondering if I can fit my portable compressor in that same spot and make an aluminum cover in lieu of the oem plastic cover?

I have a viair compressor that clips to the battery terminals, and it's been reliable. I'd love to mount it in that spot!

 

[nwGTS]

These tailgate-compressor mounts are clever solutions but I'd prefer the housings be made of aluminum over steel as a better heat sink to get all of that heat out of the enclosure if they aren't going to use an active fan.

 

[AdamF@IAG]

These tailgate-compressor mounts are clever solutions but I'd prefer the housings be made of aluminum over steel as a better heat sink to get all of that heat out of the enclosure if they aren't going to use an active fan.

Beautiful thing about it, the tailgate is aluminum!

 

[nwGTS]

Beautiful thing about it, the tailgate is aluminum!

Ha. Fair point.

 

[AdamF@IAG]

Ha. Fair point.

In our testing with the Viair compressor, the tailgate only got a few degrees hotter than the metal that was in the sun alone. We tested in 95F+ heat outdoors in the direct sun as a torture test. It was pretty brutal, filling all four 37's at the same time back to back a minimum of 5 times. Not sure what suffered more, the compressor or the intern doing the test

 

[rpeary]

So I'm just curious, has anyone actually bit the bullet and picked up this Mabett compressor? Would love to hear some actual real-world reviews. I'm certainly not expecting alot but again, just curious.

 

[HeHateMe]

So I'm just curious, has anyone actually bit the bullet and picked up this Mabett compressor? Would love to hear some actual real-world reviews. I'm certainly not expecting alot but again, just curious.

It received a 2 star rating on Amazon, but no actual review...

Could've been a disgruntled customer and Amazon unfortunately let's anything fly.

 

[Rydfree]

For those concerned about using the factory 12v plug to power these devices and have upgraded the subwoofer/amp just do like I did. I ran my 4 ga power wire to an Aux fuse block then to the amp and over to a high amperage receptacle that I installed in the rear qtr panel . If I pop the receptacle out I can access the fuses behind it. I just don't run my stereo when I'm using that port.

 

[AdamF@IAG]

For those concerned about using the factory 12v plug to power these devices...

Fact is, you should be concerned. This is what I found after running for 45 minutes to fill up 4 tires

 

[Rydfree]

Fact is, you should be concerned. This is what I found after running for 45 minutes to fill up 4 tires

Yes, that is why I offered a solution for those that already have ran a high amperage wire to the rear. You don't have to dedicate that one wire soley to your subwoofer.

 

[Ellishousehold]

Yea, it's been working for me for years. When it was in my truck I didn't mind it as much because it wasn't taking up that much real estate, but space in the Bronco is more limited -that's my biggest issue.

I'm always looking for ways to store everything when it comes to the Bronco.

This is why I installed the IAG tailgate compressor, was outta space with 2 dogs and gear. Install was a breeze. Most time consuming part of the install was popping the plastic channel/trim covers and running the heavy gage wire to the battery. Took me about an hour but I don’t have to worry about overloading existing wiring. Doesn’t put out like a dual ARB, but WAY cheaper and not sitting in my engine compartment with all that heat. I’ll air up one of my 37” and time how long it takes and measure the heat at the tailgate Molly panel. Not sure about the Mabett, but the IAG is solid.

 

[hilmar2k]

Most often if theres a big price diff its for a reason, if you are serious about having air for real needs i would consider reliable sources as a must

i wud be wary careful. Its listed as a air pump , not the same thing as a air compressor

It's only not an air compressor because it doesn't have a tank.

 

[wgw]

It's only not an air compressor because it doesn't have a tank.

An air pump is designed to pump air into or out of a device. It creates air pressure, but not to the point of compressing the air. Air compressors, on the other hand, operate by reducing air volume and creating what is known as compressed air,

 

[hilmar2k]

An air pump is designed to pump air into or out of a device. It creates air pressure, but not to the point of compressing the air. Air compressors, on the other hand, operate by reducing air volume and creating what is known as compressed air,

Yeah...no. If you create pressure, you compressed the air.

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