tire deflators [Archive] - JK-Forum.com - The Ultimate Jeep JK Wrangler Bulletin Board

CMac

07-23-2007, 02:53 PM

I was looking for a tire deflator set up. I have not owned one before so I did a little reserch on the web. I fould this write up.

Please let me know if anyone has any suggestions on a tire deflator set up.

parksoffroad.com/prodreview/deflatortest/deflatormain.htm

I am thinking of getting the Currie EZ deflator becuase it looks like it performs well for the money.

jeepik

07-23-2007, 03:26 PM

i have the Stuan's and i love them

very easy to adjust

however, i am most likely going to make a delfator/inflator setup that i can air down and air up all 4 tires at the same time, seems like a much better solution

Dwikto

09-26-2008, 11:24 PM

http://www.jk-forum.com/picture.php?albumid=166&pictureid=2023

made tthis one two tires at a time harbor freight for 25.00

Boxrcon

09-27-2008, 12:01 AM

I have the currie and love it. faster than the stauns and cheaper. also customizable each time you air down, so if you are carrying a heavier load you can leave more air in, etc...

seer1

09-27-2008, 11:22 AM

I had the ARB which is very similar to the Currie. It operates by removing the valve core to let a lot of air out in a hurry. It's a slick setup at first, but after a while doing it in different weather conditions it started seeming like the threads on the stem and core started to wear out. Along with the threads, there's also an o-ring in there that isn't really designed for frequent removal and reinsertion particularly in colder weather. It was really neat at first but the more I used it, it became harder and harder to get a couple of the cores screwed back in. I'm using Todd's Tire Pressure Manipulator which handles two tires at a time and works really well particularly for inflation. But when I'm working at deflating my tires while my trail buds are standing around shooting the sh!t with their Stauns doing all the work, I'm taking a long look at getting them -every man's fantasy (screw'em on and forget'em.):rotflmao1:

Josephus

09-29-2008, 08:31 PM

I once saw a National Park ranger air-down his beach park rig using a home-made Alligator clip modified with a 6/32 bolt and nut on it. He just clipped it on, walked around to the other side, attached the other and came back.
Within 3 minutes he had the backs aired down, and the fronts in another 3 minutes.
I might just have to build a pair and take some pix.

Big Clint

09-30-2008, 01:38 PM

http://www.jk-forum.com/picture.php?albumid=166&pictureid=2023

made tthis one two tires at a time harbor freight for 25.00

I built a very similar tool after getting the idea from here. I also made an adapter so I can air up 2 at a time and keep them pressure balanced. Works decent, just a couple things to watch for:

1) The clips for the valves are kinda cheesy. I wish I could find some that screw on for better connection.

2) This past weekend I aired down my JK and and a friends CJ using this. For some reason, no 2 tires ended up with the same pressure, and in fact were WAY off of each other. This has not been the case in the past. Trying to figure out what I did different this time.

walker

10-01-2008, 08:52 AM

I have the Oasis trailhead deflators, they are real easy to adjust. Like many I like putting them on and just spend the time doing last min safety checks on lashing gear down, checking fluids, putting the top down, and talking about the plan for the day. I have never been in a hurry to jump on the trail, and extra 5-10 min time is wisely spent. In the rare circumstance if I was in a hurry, like to help out an injured jeeper, I would just put them on and roll with em on and take em off when the time was right.

fish

10-01-2008, 09:07 AM

i love my stauns:thumbsup:

GOCACHN

10-07-2008, 02:08 PM

Another vote for the Stauns, very easy to use.

rubi-u

10-09-2008, 10:25 AM

I won a set of the Teraflex or Sun's at a drawing or something a while back...can't remember the exact brand, but they look the same. I really like 'em. Cheap. Easy to store. Fast. When I had 33's on my TJ...I'd start one on all 4 tires, go back to the first one and keep checking the pressure (you can guage it without removing the deflater). When it's where I want it, I remove it and go to the next one...repeat for the other tires. The amount of air coming out is consistant enough for all 4 tires that your not going to have one tire aired down more than the others. You can also lessen the amount of air coming out by loosening it some.
I never timed it, but I guess I could have all 4 tires aired down from 28 to 10-12lbs in about 5 min's.

j33per

10-11-2008, 06:19 AM

When you buy a set of Stauns be aware that they're not all the same. The set I bought will let me deflate to 15 PSI which is no good to me as I run beadlock wheels and can go down a lot lower than that.

I guess I have a set for sale! Only used twice!

fish

10-11-2008, 09:54 AM

hmmm sounds like your tires are already low on air??? like below your pre-determined setpoint on the stauns? not sure ,mine have never did that:dontknow2:

Gokracer1

10-11-2008, 11:09 AM

No, my tires are at 30psi and the stauns are set at 15psi. As soon as I nudge the adjuster ring, the air starts flowing. Its really strange. Last time out, all 4 did the same thing. But once started, they all performed normally. Then I took them off and put them on a buddy's Jeep, and 2 of the 4 did it again.

Mine sometimes do that. I just get the top pin and pull it out. And like you said works fine after that. Its not a big deal to me. They stop when they are suppose to. Once they stay stuck on, then I will worry :dontknow2:

rubiconjack

10-11-2008, 05:04 PM

where do you get em!? Do you have to order online or go to an automotive store (there is autozone and o'reileys here in kings bay, ga. )

Gokracer1

10-11-2008, 07:51 PM

where do you get em!? Do you have to order online or go to an automotive store (there is autozone and o'reileys here in kings bay, ga. )

Staun deflators?? Or what brand? There are a few type now a days. I am thinking about adding some Monster Valves to my wheels for faster inflate/deflate times. If so I will be posting my Stauns for sale.

This thread shows a few deflators:

http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?t=42043&highlight=Tire+deflators

walker

10-11-2008, 09:08 PM

where do you get em!? Do you have to order online or go to an automotive store (there is autozone and o'reileys here in kings bay, ga. )

You my friend have over 500 posts and you don't already know......

Call Dave at Northridge4x4, he has just about everything we need!:wink:

Gokracer1

10-11-2008, 09:50 PM

You my friend have over 500 posts and you don't already know......

Call Dave at Northridge4x4, he has just about everything we need!:wink:

x2 I got to agree there!

rubiconjack

10-12-2008, 06:15 AM

x2 I got to agree there!

haha ... I know what they are .. just the first time I actually used them was my last time on the trails ... I just don't know where to get em, . I agree ...

I will be givin dave a call again. Darn Im not in Bremerton anymore. I might just wait when I go back in December to pick all the crap up Im going to be ordering from him!

kleinrider

10-16-2008, 12:47 PM

Now I'm wondering if something is wrong with my Stauns... As previously mentioned in this thread, lately they have been "sticking" and not allowing air out until I nudge the adjustment ring.

Yesterday, I put them all on and they all worked perfectly. Or so I thought. After deflating I took off down the trail and immediately felt that the front end was too squishy. So I stopped and put my tire gauge on all the tires. Both rears and one front were at 15psi (where they are supposed to be), but one front was at 9.5psi :eek2: Now mind you, the model of Stauns I have, 15psi is the lowest limit- they are not supposed to go any lower than that! So how the hell did that one front tire get down to 9.5psi?

Was it not screwed on properly? Perhaps it was leaking around the seal so it got too low on you.... Just guessing (can't wait for my newly purchased Stauns!).

calibutcher

10-21-2008, 08:31 AM

Screw driver and a tire gauge :yup:

ssmathis

10-21-2008, 12:07 PM

I've used a set of Stauns for years with no problems. I also like the Mil Spec ones but they are even more expensive.

n6on

10-24-2008, 11:46 AM

Stauns work and work well!

Gokracer1

10-24-2008, 12:24 PM

I sold my set of stauns recently, was going to go w/ Monster Valves. But figured I would try the Oasis Trailheads. And I think these are pretty cool! You have to adjust them w/ and allen key that is the the inside. So you minimize the chance of moving the settings like the stauns. So far so good :thumbsup:

Lil Sassy

10-24-2008, 12:33 PM

I bought my hubby Stauns and he loves them.

J5627617123

11-03-2008, 05:45 PM

That two tires at the same time is slick. I would go that route.

MileHighAko

02-08-2009, 05:17 PM

Stauns are cool, but expensive. I went with the Teraflex deflators for just $15. Couldn't beat the price, and really handy when I only want to air down a little bit.

teraflex.biz/products/air-deflators.html

IMFletch

02-09-2009, 07:49 PM

Get some Staun tire deflators. They are not cheap $65 for 4 but they work great.

Augie

02-11-2009, 12:52 PM

Love my Stauns!

goldtr8

02-12-2009, 06:30 PM

I have the Currie E-Z Deflator and really like it as it is real fast and the guage is accurate for my measurement.

w squared

02-14-2009, 02:10 PM

rangleme

02-26-2009, 04:00 PM

Anyone use Misch's (butchered the name Im sure) tire deflators?

YellowToy

03-26-2009, 09:39 AM

I've got a set of the Oasis Trailhead deflators. Much like the Stauns, you set them where you want, screw 'em on, and walk away. I guess the difference is that the Oasis doesn't require removal of the valve core. This might be a drawback with larger tires, but I find that with my 32's that by the time I've put the fourth on and done a radio check on my CB, the first tire is deflated and ready for the deflator to be unscrewed.

The Staun's require you to remove the valve core? IS that right? I thought you just screwed them on, then unscrewed them after they shut off.

Does that mean I can't lend them to the other people at the trail head?

IMFletch

03-26-2009, 08:10 PM

The Staun's require you to remove the valve core? IS that right? I thought you just screwed them on, then unscrewed them after they shut off.

Does that mean I can't lend them to the other people at the trail head?

No, the Staun tire deflators screw on the valve stem and stop automatically at the predetermined pressure you set them at.

fish

03-26-2009, 08:13 PM

yup, that is exactly how they work, no valve core removal.

JeffD

03-27-2009, 04:03 PM

My Viair portable compressor came with a deflator built in to the airhose with a guage. I forgot to use it when I took my first wheeling trip last weekend. Might need to try it out this weekend and see how it works. I like the looks of the Oasis one, but am too cheap to spend another $55 or 60 right now.

noidea

03-27-2009, 11:50 PM

i got a valve stem remover from work for free and it works great.

MarvinMWJT

03-27-2009, 11:50 PM

I have a set of Oasis (work great as long as what you are deflating to is half or more of what the original is) and a Currie E-Z deflator. The Currie removes the core but is extremely accurate and easy to use but, when it is only 10 degrees outside the oasis work much more warmly:thinking:.

jeepin08

04-03-2009, 10:32 AM

I found a very good detailed review about tire deflators that seems to tell everything you need to know to decide which ones to choose

parksoffroad.com/prodreview/deflatortest/deflatormain.htm (http://www.parksoffroad.com/prodreview/deflatortest/deflatormain.htm)

-Mike

02-18-2010, 08:28 AM

ECHO

02-18-2010, 08:43 AM

i have the Stuan's and i love them

very easy to adjust

Stauns!! Very Good! :thumbsup:

Skoalman

02-18-2010, 07:24 PM

Stauns!! Very Good! :thumbsup:

Stauns......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

fadeout

02-18-2010, 09:35 PM

Currie... works for me, plus I got it as a gift so the price was perfect!

Slightlymodified

02-18-2010, 09:41 PM

I have the ARB version, which looks just like the Currie tire deflator. It works well for me and i don't have to worry about losing my valve stem now.:bleh: