Wannabe Powertank

[Jamie469]

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Catalina-CO2-10-lb-Cylinder-Tank-CO-2_W0QQitemZ260023590872QQihZ016QQcategoryZ57074QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I was thinking about buying this thing on ebay and making my own version of a powertank. How much more would I have to invest to get this thing up and running to an actual useful tool?

Does anyone have a write-up with directions and possible costs associated with this?

[tyota]

you could purchase that and then just add a powertank manifold, that way you would have what makes a powertank a powertank, your cost on the manifold part# REG-7000 is 229.99 plus tax.
it comes with the regulators, handle braided hose and fittings

[Jamie469]

any cheaper alternatives? Unfortunately I am on a budget.....=(

[tyota]

any cheaper alternatives? Unfortunately I am on a budget.....=(

I know alot of people here have gotten basic regulators, I think even Stu did a write up on it.
check www.stu-offroad.com

[RokNRich]

any cheaper alternatives? Unfortunately I am on a budget.....=(

http://www.4x4rockshop.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=2147

Looks like Mike raised his price a bit but threw in free shipping. $45 to your door. The cheapest I could find when I was looking into it.

:cool:

[xFallen]

http://www.4x4rockshop.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=2147

Looks like Mike raised his price a bit but threw in free shipping. $45 to your door. The cheapest I could find when I was looking into it.

:cool:


Mine uses that regulator setup. Works well. An adjustable regulator is nice but not really necessary for tires. For tools I might want something adjustable. The gauges are nice but also not really necessary. One more set of things to break or go wrong and you can always add them later. I might feel differently if I was using the tank primarily for tools though but even then, gauges with the exception of manifold pressure in an adjustable regulator application are not going to tell you much you don't already know.

Certified Al tank, fixed regulator, a hose, you're good to go.

You can probably buy a recertified Al 20 lb spray painted tank locally for $100. Mine is not pretty but neither is my Jeep. That eBay one is pretty which may suit your needs better, solely your choice obviously.


Barry

[YGOHOME]

I have this one in the 10lb size:

http://www.formattfab.com/product_co2_tank.htm

Just needed to buy the hose, quick release, and chuck. and has an adjustable regulator so I can use it with a grinder which has been really nice for when an exhaust gets mangled and stuff.

It was free shipping when I first bought mine a couple years ago but even with shipping its a good deal I think.

[xFallen]

I have this one in the 10lb size:

http://www.formattfab.com/product_co2_tank.htm

Just needed to buy the hose, quick release, and chuck. and has an adjustable regulator so I can use it with a grinder which has been really nice for when an exhaust gets mangled and stuff.

It was free shipping when I first bought mine a couple years ago but even with shipping its a good deal I think.

Damn. That's a sweet deal.


Barry

[YGOHOME]

If I were to do it again I wouldve gone with the 20 lb tank though.

[xFallen]

If I were to do it again I wouldve gone with the 20 lb tank though.

Totally with you. I did a 20 lb tank from the beginning but already know I would have not liked the 10 lb.

I have used it twice now to reseat beads. Gotta love it.


Barry

[k7mto]

Give Jeff a call...

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?t=15667

[YJINAZ]

The Source sells preset regulators for 25 to 40 dollars. These are hi flow non-frezzing type. I have one and it works great. Now you just need a bottle and a hose.

[Renob]

Go see Ernie at T-Bird, he will sell you a used 20# tank with a new cert. for around $85

Thunderbird Cylinder Inc,
4209 E University Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-437-4600

They are open Mon-Fri and they only take cash or company check.