The fuse box lid is pretty sturdy. the real test will be on the trails!
fourtofour is right, the lid is pretty fragile when cold, especially the clips that hold it on.
if it does break, it is a very inexpensive part to replace.

jp's-h3
Hummer Professional

Posted Mar 15, 4:41 PM
My next project is to install a monitor w/ front and rear cameras, great for on and off road use!

I already have a rear cam I wonder if I can hook up a front one.I think It will mess me up driving though,I would zone out on the camera and miss something.
Remember the rear camera is mirror image and the front would not be.

rear cam pic

Do you need another suggestion from me.....

What about that ARB rear locker now that "we" have a "built in" air source? Hmmmmmm. (Please?)

Sorry!
I'm happy w / the factory rear locker.
Most certaily a front locker!

Hey fourtofour!
I'm planning on hooking a screen switch up, so I can switch from one camera to the next. You could hook both cameras up and have a split screen but, that could be to confusing while driving.

Front camera would be cool But dont know if ill do it.list pics when you install.I know the rear camera comes in handy.Mine is a fish eye type 160 deg I beleve .so objects are closer then they look,you get used to it.the 120 deg hid the rear corners to much plus I have the camera mounted offset on the lic plate overhang.

What about that ARB rear locker now that "we" have a "built in" air source? Hmmmmmm

Im happy with factory rear locker.Not worryed about front.

List some pics of your compressor install

I will treat myself to the compressor install this April when all the other cr_p I have to do are done
I am inspired by your (442 & jp's) though and have been living vicariously with it. Will ask specific questions (especially about the cool drop down line in the middle of the undercarriage) when I get going, though. Thanks.

typo.

ETD Get all the parts together you will need and it will only take about a hour to install , a little longer if you milk it.
It will take more time to gather the parts than to install. DO IT DO IT...

Jp the bracket I used at frame is that for the rock rails?.Its great having air handy when the TPS light goes on. I find in the cold weather every 4 to 5 weeks it goes on.I guess we should check air once a month.

I had a H3 recovery team sticker left that I bought in september.After posting pic I was told its a joke and to take it off.(I did)
I was thinking what to do with the other sticker and put it on the compressor.
I think it looks good and it matches the truck.

Then thinking what to do with the recovery team part of sticker.I put it above tow hook.I like it.

Cant see it to good heres a close up.

I have 2 stickers in white(originaly they sent me wrong color) I dont know what to do with them.Maybee i'll put it on my mother in laws jeep

I believe that the bracket you used is on the underside of the body. The rock slider bars attach directly to the frame.

I wonder what that bracket is for?

I know for a air hose hookup thats it.

Wow. 424. That sticker on the compressor made it look like a factory part. Mr. GM will surely be proud. Imagine it as a factory option? Better patent it (but not before I do mine ).

jp's-h3 Holds the patent on compressor I freely give up my rights on the sticker.Jp if you want one of my white ones let me know it was your GR8 idea.the white would look good on yours. I think Ill put the other one on my mother in laws jeep for fun .

The stickers are cheap on ebay you get 2 all colors. Just dont put it on as entended.

Hey fourtofour!
I'll take the white one, that would look pretty cool!
I'll send you a private message w/ my address.
let me know how much $ I owe you. Thanks bro!

JP A few stamps its on its way.As they say in NY Dont worry about it.List some picks and bump up this thread.
Pad

I realize that the drive from the big apple to Moab is long but, if you where able to make it to the gathering, I'll buy you a beer or two! Thanks 442!

I'll buy you a beer or two!


At the country club after the helicopter tour.


I put a removal instruction label (business card format) behind compressor on battery box.This was if removed by dealer they wont get confused.

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Big thanks to you guys that did this install and psoted pics! I did the same this weekend! Picked up the compressor at a 4wheel drive shop for $69 and ran an air line to the same place as 442- going to pick up a few more fittings tomorrow and put a T inline so I can run another line to the other side of the truck.

That little compressor puts out way more air than I thought it would! Should do very well for tires and inflatables when camping!



...no, no blow up dolls
just cause I knew it was coming...

k9tim
let me know how you make out with T fitting.How are you going to cap the one side.
Its not a pressurized system.If you hooked up 2 air hoses before using it might work.
I turn mine on and my rubber boot pops off in one second.You would have to make a block off on the one side and than reverse fittings to air up other side.

Its easy enough to throw airline under truck to air up otherside .

If you could find a place for a small tank it could be made into a pressurized system.

Pics pics

What I have done so far is cut a 3" piece of excess air line, jam a wire-nut in the end, hose clamp it in there and slide the whole piece over the fitting under the frame to seal it off - if that makes any sense. It's tight enough that it doesnt leak or blow off.

Yeah I will basically need to have the hose hooked up to the tire or whatever before I turn on the compressor and be ready to pop it off when I hear the compressor bottom out unless I use a gauge on the filling end. It's kinda goofy right now but for what I am using it for it will work.

One thing I should mention is that I reversed my fittings. The supply line is open, the air hose I made has the quick disconnect fitting. If I turn on the compressor without the fill hose attached, it will run forever with no problem. Until I plug the hose in, it won't build up pressure.


Wow thats a screwed up way to descibe it. Maybe I should take a pic and post it. I did get shot in the head today a few times (paintball of course) so I think I may be 90% stupid instead of the usual 60.....

I put a removal instruction label (business card format) behind compressor on battery box.This was if removed by dealer they wont get confused.


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Last line says with compressor

Great job, thanks for the post

Well I tested this for the first time tonight. I wanted to see how long it took to fill an air mattress (for camping). Took right at 8.5 minutes for a twin size and stayed right at about 20psi during the entire fill.

I did notice that some oil had leaked out of the compressor housing and was visible on the fusebox cover. After filling I noticed that even more had leaked out. Now I am kinda tweaked because I'm wondering if this will be a problem in the future.

Anyone else notice lube accumulating on top of the box cover??

Not a drop

Took right at 8.5 minutes for a twin size and stayed right at about 20psi during the entire fill.

I have a cordless/12 volt/ac inflater for air beds better for volume the compressor is better for presure.good to have back up though

Im going to get a small air mattress for cargo area to level off floor than put mine on top for a bed in the back.
On my 04 murano it was flat and fit a twin right in the back.

Yeah I kinda figured you were going to say that.. damn.

Well, I guess tomorrow eve I will pop it off and make a small gasket out of an innertube I had here for just that very purpose. Guess I'll also put a few drops of oil in there to replace what escaped also. Thanks for the info!

Hey 442!
The H3 sticker, shower cap and fittings came today. I'll take pics when I get them installed.
Thanks!

I've had two of the Master Flow compressors and never had a prob w/ oil leaks. You might want to contact DV Innovations and see what they recommend, they will probably have you send it to the manufacturer in California for replacememnt or repairs. Good Luck!

Spare stuff .No trouble

You da man!

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I think that I may not have had the Allen bolts tightened enough. I popped it apart and threw a rubber gasket in there. Tightened it up well and all looks good.

If I see it again, I will contact DV- conveniently they are based not too far away from me

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I think that I may not have had the Allen bolts tightened enough. I popped it apart and threw a rubber gasket in there. Tightened it up well and all looks good.

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AWESOME!
Good job!

k9tim Lets see some pics of your setup.

Nice Mod, I cant mount mine because I have to move it between the H3 and my Heep shown below

The MF-1050 only cost's about $70-$80. w/ all intallation hardware only about $100.
Certainly affordable enough to put in all your 4by's!

In this weeks pep boys add they have it on sale for $59.00. After rebate only $49.00

If anyone was thinking of getting one do it know its a great deal on a great compressor.

SWEEET DEAL!