Very Stupid Question! So,i mounted the rear airbags on my 36 ford coupe.i ran the lines to a tee fitting,only one small problem the compressor i got is shit. i need to finish some details up but i need to inflate the bags and keep them inflated. What have some of you guys used to tempararly fill the bags and for them to stay filled so i can finish the work? i have a couple ideas,but want to see if anyone has a better idea! I have 3/8 air line,no the valves are not connected yet. it is very basic right now,just the bags and lines.
take a blow gun attachment on your house air compressor and stick it in your air line and when bags fill up quickly kink the line and use a zip tye to hold it kinked.it will link slowly so DONT LAY UNDER OR DRIVE YOUR CAR like this
If you are using 1/4" line, this is an easy way. I keep one in the car just for emergencies. http://www.easystreetair.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=533
I keep a shrader valve and some extra lines with me in case I have a system failure. Its cheap insurance to get you somewhere where you can fix it right.
while we're on the subject, it's also a good idea to have a quick disconnect and 20' of hose with an air chuck. it's kind of embarassing to have an onboard air supply that you can't tap into when you have a tire that needs air on the road.
schrader valve into a 'T' like others have said.. I've known guys to drive around with their setup like this for awhile to finish their setup later. If you add a ball valve in it will prevent the air from travelling from one bag to another if you intend to drive it like that.
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