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Mar 9, 2011 | 02:54 AM

joshua180422

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From: fayetteville nc

on board air compressor

I am installing a compressor in my jeep and i was just wondering if i can mount the compressor on it's side. I am not sure if it would operate fine on it's side or if it needs to be mounted pointing up?

Mar 9, 2011 | 03:09 AM

jlarso

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If it is a diaphragm type compressor with a sealed crankcase it should work in any position. If it has an oil fill or a sight glass on the crankcase no.

Mar 9, 2011 | 03:45 AM

azrwilkinson

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jlarso

If it is a diaphragm type compressor with a sealed crankcase it should work in any position. If it has an oil fill or a sight glass on the crankcase no.

x2...what he said is correct. The oil could get past the rings.