Tonyrodz's Tahoe Build Thread

[Rocket Man]

On another note--my ac evaporator core is leaking. So I gotta change that now.

Whack a mole huh? Sheesh.

 

[Rocket Man]

Did you get the ignition cylinder to turn easily and get the hvac control head working?

 

[Tonyrodz]

Whack a mole huh? Sheesh.

Yeah--truck has 296k on it, wear n' tear I guess.
I just bought a brand new Wrangler HP with a 2018 date code for $50--not bad.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Did you get the ignition cylinder to turn easily and get the hvac control head working?

The key is turning fine now--strange. I did get some powdered graphite just in case. I exchanged the other HVAC unit for another and it's better. It does allow a very little bit of air to come out of the defrost while having it on another setting, but I can live with it.

 

[Rocket Man]

The key is turning fine now--strange. I did get some powdered graphite just in case. I exchanged the other HVAC unit for another and it's better. It does allow a very little bit of air to come out of the defrost while having it on another setting, but I can live with it.

Maybe do the calibration thing?

 

[Tonyrodz]

I need to replace my compressor for my business.(I'm mobile, so in my van)I'd like to stay with a 20 gal, 120 . I was thinking of going with a Husky. Anyone have any suggestions on a decent, reasonably priced compressor? I'll be running my spray gun and air tools off it. @Dantheman1540 , @wjburken , @Rocket Man ?

 

[Tonyrodz]

Maybe do the calibration thing?

Idk the procedure. I didn't realize the OEM unit did the same thing.

 

[wjburken]

I need to replace my compressor for my business.(I'm mobile, so in my van)I'd like to stay with a 20 gal, 120 . I was thinking of going with a Husky. Anyone have any suggestions on a decent, reasonably priced compressor? I'll be running my spray gun and air tools off it. @Dantheman1540 , @wjburken , @Rocket Man ?

I think in the 20 gal range, any of the oil-free compressors will be about the same unless you go with one from Harbor Freight, which I would be leery of. I’m talking Husky, Kobalt, DeWalt, Sanborn, Craftsman, etc. I have a 26 gal Craftsman that has worked well for me for my needs. Haven’t done much spraying, but as long as I take my time, it can keep up. A 20 gal will just require a little more patience during your occasional painting projects. If you can swing it, might look at going with a 26 gal if you’re going to much painting at all, but a 20 gal should be sufficient.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I think in the 20 gal range, any of the oil-free compressors will be about the same unless you go with one from Harbor Freight, which I would be leery of. I’m talking Husky, Kobalt, DeWalt, Sanborn, Craftsman, etc. I have a 26 gal Craftsman that has worked well for me for my needs. Haven’t done much spraying, but as long as I take my time, it can keep up. A 20 gal will just require a little more patience during your occasional painting projects. If you can swing it, might look at going with a 26 gal if you’re going to much painting at all, but a 20 gal should be sufficient.

I have a 20 gal Craftsman. It's lasted MAYBE 7 years, and not problem free. I was also thinking Husky. It stays in my van and I just plug in when I'm working.

 

[Dantheman1540]

I need to replace my compressor for my business.(I'm mobile, so in my van)I'd like to stay with a 20 gal, 120 . I was thinking of going with a Husky. Anyone have any suggestions on a decent, reasonably priced compressor? I'll be running my spray gun and air tools off it. @Dantheman1540 , @wjburken , @Rocket Man ?

I'd look for who has the best price/warranty. I have a 45 gallon Craftsmen that's been reliable for 7 or 8 years but I don't really use it anymore except for tires. Sound is another thing to consider they have some that are so quiet it's unbelievable!