Yes, it is pretty clean! that is because I preasure washed the engine before the install!
thanks!

jp's-h3 Did you put on the twist on air filter (does it fit)?.
Also do you have pics yet of the lines?
I will have info on my fitting and lines by the end of the week .I hope to install sunday.

Filter does fit, It is tight though.
I've done a few other add-on's. I'll post pics asap!

Here are the rest of the pics from the compressor install.

The first pic is w/ the air hose installed.
(notice that it sit's too high to close the hood) I'm looking to see if I can find a 90 degree coupler fitting, this will lower the height of the hose when installed and allow for room to shut the hood w/o removing.
also notice the air filter (just below and to the right of the air hose fitting).
make sure to leave enough room to remove the air filter for cleaning.

This pic show's where I have the air hose running from the engine compartment to the frame rail.

Here is a pic of the boot that I put on the coupler when not in use.This will protect it from dirt, water, ect.
also another shot of the filter.

I was'nt able to get a good shot of where the air hose runs along the top of the frame rail(drivers side) but, here is a pic of where it is accessable. at this point I have'nt attached it, and may not attach it! I used a short length of pipe insulation for protection. notice at the tip of the male fitting, I've used a pop piug to protect it from mud, ect.

And last but not least!
A pic of the coil air hose installed.
This is a great location! it makes airing up all four tires(or any of my daughters inflatable toy's) a snap!

I hope this install will help all of you that would like the conveinence of a hard mounted, on-board air compressor installed on your rig!
Remember! This install is pretty easy and the compressor used in this install is a MASTER FLOW MF-1050.
Using a different compressor for this particular installation could alter these instructions on the procedure significantly.
I would also like to add that the MASTER FLOW MF-1050 is a great little unit and, works very well. From airing-up large tires, to small inflatables, bicycle or motorcycle tires. For the price it can't be beat! "GOOD LUCK" and AIR-ON!!

jp's-h3 Looks great Ill let you know how I make out.

AWESOME! That turned out very nice and clean jp!

That looks great! You just added another project to my list.

Nice job man, very nice!

Thanks fella's!
Now I need to find another project for my H3!
Enjoy!

Hey fourfourto!
let me know if you come across a 90 degree fitting! Thanks!

JP I told my brother to get a extra 90% fitting ,but male end might not fit your female end(Ill try to get a extra female end and maybee you can work it out).Hes hooking me up with hard hose(DOT tractor trailer air brake hose) so it might be different I will have it by saturday Ill let you know .You can PM me with your address and I can send you it, if you cant find a 90% for yours by then.

Wow.
Nicely done, indeed. I would love to know how the set up holds during and after off-roading. Thanks jp's-h3.

Thanks fourfourto, you da man!

And on another note, For all of you folks that have done or are going to do this compressor installation. Make sure the engine is running when using the compressor. This gives the compressor much better "Compression" thus, better air flow!

Man that install looks sweet! The fact that the compressor shroud is red makes it even better.

Top notch job and a great idea running the hose down to the frame. Very nice!

Like the others said- another project to put on the list!

well done!

You could easily take the shroud off and paint it to match any H3! The MF-1050 does come in red only!

I like a little <span class="ev_code_RED">Red</span> under my hood.

I talked to my brother .I wont see him till saturday after work. I think Im getting Quick relese fittings at compressor (not the same as air hose fittings) It will attach to hard hose .The fittings and hose are what the tractor trailers use, I will use original male(from compressor)at the frame and use original female on coil hose .
I told him to get me extra set of fittings if posible ,I can always send you a leftover piece of hard hose(Im getting 8 feet) You might be able to put the hard inside your ruber hose and clamp it.Ill list pics this weekend of what I get .

I started install I used a 45 deg fitting off compressor to a male with biger threads to female fitting to 90 deg to my hard hose.I have about 1/2 inch clearance to hood.I used the male that came with compressor on frame and mounted to factory bracket on frame I just have to add an adapter to it to hook up hard hose.I will finish tommorrow because it got dark.

I have a small thread fitting in 90 deg and 45 deg left ofer they except a small fitting like the male that comes with compessor. it might work for you (JP) last pic is of those fittings.

The 45 deg I used off compressor has a larger thead size on the one side to except the male fitting I used.

Ill post more tommorow.

side view

Fittings on frame I used existing hole in bracket off frame.

The extra fittings a 45 deg and a 90 deg .JP the one side is same threads on compressor and other side is same as male threads (the one that came with compressor.If you think you cane use them e mail me or pm me your address.My email is fourfourto@yahoo.com I think its listed also on my profile.

Awesome fourtofour!
I'm glad that you finally got it installed!
I'll let you know if I need the 45 or 90 degree fittings. I must say that having on-board air is a great conveinence to have, I use mine quite a bit!

Looks good 442! You guys did a nice job on the install!

Finished up works great.
I used a rubber end to protect male fitting at frame.So not to lose it when airing up I used some strong dental floss attached a small button put a little silicone on the end,then I used a needle through tip from the unside and thread it through.Then tied it to bracket above.



Jp Its no trouble sending you those fittings I had to use 45 deg because I needed small thread on one side larger on other side.The ones I have are small and small it should work for your fittings.Im not sure if the 90 deg will work because of battery location.either way you can leave hose hooked up 24/7.

Then my wife told me we have a few shower caps(from hotels/casinos) so I stored one in the truck.I figured when I air down I will put shower cap over compressor.

I also noticed I forgot to rotate housing for better venting.Then I thought it might be a good ideas to leave it with a vent on bottom to drain water if it gets wet.6 of one half dozen of the other.

I siliconed a washer(notice I painted hardware black) were the forth mounting hole would be and used a gromit that came with compressor(Note: you must push gromit up to lower notch for proper height)

And I used a disconect on the power wires for quick removal.

Those look great guys. One question for fourfourto, You lost me with the shower cap. Is this just to keep it dry when going offroad? How long does it take to fill a tire? Thanks. (I guess thats two questions )

You guys could have saved alot of time by just buying an H2. They come from the factory with those things already installed .

I seen some pics of the engine compartment that were very muddy when water forging and muddin. so In those situations ill cover to protect from water and mud.

As for fill up time I havent timed it but JP did .and anwered on another post .His answer was

jp's-h3
Hummer Professional

Posted Feb 14, 10:04 PM
I always do alot of research before making a purchase, if I can find a solid product and save a few bucks at the same time, I'm all for it! the stats that I have seen at various web sites depict a fairly slow air-up rate. I've timed how long it takes me to air up a 35" BFG Mud Terrain tire from 10 to 35 lbs. and, it's right around 2.5 minutes.

Link to air compressor post

"Compressor Condom".....Looks great!

We only invested about $100.00 and 2 hours to install this on-board air system!
To get the compressor complete H2 style, an extra $30,000. DAMM-IT, WHY DID'NT I THINK OF THAT!

Well fourtofour!
It look's like we are both onto our next project. great job on the install!

Any Ideas for inexpensive projects?

I was thinking of addind a regulator and set it at 35 lbs.Ill keep my open for one.

Jp I did a inexpensive 12 volt airhorn install It took no time at all.

I have those fittings if you need them.And thanks for Install Idea .

Im looking for grills for the factory foglights(black) could be plastic or metal Im looking in the auto stores for one that will work.

I've been following this thread and it is very cool. The installations seem to be done very well and look to be well thought out.

I am interested in the longevity of the fuse box cover and how it does holding the additional weight of the compressor. I'll have to check back with you guys in a few weeks.

Nice work guys!

With the large washers there shouldnt be a problem with the cover holding up.But when removing cover at below freezing you must be carefull not to brake the clips.Even without the compressor on it.It would be a good Idea to warm up engine before removing cover in the cold temperatures.The cover is only $18.50 at the dealer.

The compressor is only about 8 lbs and there is no need to remove cover from fuse box under normal conditions.
My last suv a 2004 nissan murano I never removed the fuse cover and I had it 2 years

My next project is to install a monitor w/ front and rear cameras, great for on and off road use!