10-18-2013, 03:22 PM
Didn't realize the list was turning into a Pirate clone.
Using a Co2 tank to hold air when empty would probably be a waste. Even a bigger Co2 tank wouldn't hold enough air to run an air tool for more than a few seconds. Plus pumping air into the tank would introduce moisture and most Co2 valves already have enough problems with icing without getting moisture from inside the tank.
Can you do it - probably can.
Should you do it - IMO not worth the effort and plumbing hardware.
I always wondered about running an inverter to power electric tools or to charge batteries for cordless tools. It would be nice to make the inverter portable so it can be moved to another vehicle in case you are working on a non-running rig at the time. Also by making it portable,on just the weekend trips when it wouldn't be needed, you could leave it back at home or at camp.
Nick
Using a Co2 tank to hold air when empty would probably be a waste. Even a bigger Co2 tank wouldn't hold enough air to run an air tool for more than a few seconds. Plus pumping air into the tank would introduce moisture and most Co2 valves already have enough problems with icing without getting moisture from inside the tank.
Can you do it - probably can.
Should you do it - IMO not worth the effort and plumbing hardware.
I always wondered about running an inverter to power electric tools or to charge batteries for cordless tools. It would be nice to make the inverter portable so it can be moved to another vehicle in case you are working on a non-running rig at the time. Also by making it portable,on just the weekend trips when it wouldn't be needed, you could leave it back at home or at camp.
Nick
'73 Bronco - trail modified