*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
*This does exactly what I was wanting **MyBest.Tools** Price was fantastic, lower than Harbor Freight-and it included hose and attachments, and IT IS MADE IN AMERICA, unlike Harbor Freight*
Your description above (and the amazon webpage) says: Maximum airflow - 72 liters per minute. That is an error. That only works out to 2.54 CFM. It should say 160 liters/min for 5.65 CFM. The description they used is from their model 2780 model which is half the capacity. Still, I agree with your assessment and will likely buy this model. Thanks.
Not an engineer, however, I agree about the 5psi increments. Should definitely be in 1psi increments. Also, I would prefer an air compressor that allows me to set the psi I want, and then it shuts off automatically once that psi is achieved. I understand Smittybilt makes quality components however, seems like there can only be so many cycles you can switch that thing on and off (waiting to achieve the psi you want), before it wears out.
Looks like the same as my AllTop compressor. I really like the speed and noise level. My only complaint is how hard it is to find fittings for it in the USA. If you're looking on Amazon I think its the Nitto Japanese Air Fittings but I haven't bought them yet to confirm. Oh and if you're expecting it to go higher than 110psi you may want to look at other options.
I consider all those battery operated compressors as cheap, but usable. But again I would be proud too at $200 bucks. I thank you for sharing. Your not out much money if it gets smashed or fails on you.
Just got mine today. Its a nice compressor. I hear bad reviews about durability and customer service. I hope it lasts longer than my viair 88p (3 years and still working perfect). I'll keep that under the backseat as backup in case this smittybilt fails.
It's always recommended to run the engine while airing up due to the amount of power these types of air compressors draw, otherwise you run the risk of draining your battery enough to get you stranded. His FJ40 was running when it was airing up. You'll notice that he went to turn off the motor when he finished.
The Smittybilt generates 5.6 cfm and viair generates 2.3 cfm. Double the air output by Smittybilt which is same as ARB. If you’re looking for an air compressor look at the cfm rating not psi. Best!
Nice review I have a Harbor Freight air compressor and it's roughly takes 3 minutes through inflate Tire from zero but it was $50 with the coupon Smittybilt makes good stuff though I have their 10000 pound winch hasn't let me down
Yeah, I had to use my compressor twice today:( and I’m sure glad I spent the extra money for quality tool that use all the time. I’ve always been Leary of harbor freight tools:) thanks Paul.
Hi there, I use mine twice a month. I’ve had it just over a year. O have no problem inflating all four tires without a cool down period. I’d does get really hot so just be careful, but it works awesome and extremely quick to inflate my 33” tires fron10 psi to 28 psi in 2 minutes each. Again thanks for watching.
Subbed and liked! Thank you for the review! I would like to get a tire air compressor for my raptor (off-roading) and one to fill up the tires on my mustang (1/4 mile track). Stupid question. Can this work on my 315/70r17 tires and 275/40ZR19 tires? I actually wanted something a little more heavy duty and faster than this one. Any recommendations? Thanks!
It's not, its air-up times are very similar to the 440P. A Smittybilt rep confirmed the actual airflow at 40 and 50 psi are nearly identical to the 440P. But the 440P's "intercooler" pipes allow for better real life duty cycle. The Smitty also has a fake heatsink on the head, making it very hot.
Cool video, I bought the same unit recently, finally got to test it today! One question, there is a little screw on the back of the dial gauge, any idea what that does?
Vanishing Point That is not a screw. It is an air bleed off valve. When or if you over inflate the tire to where you want it you can press the button in and it will release and “bleed” of the excess air to the amount of PSI you would like to have.
Funny guy.. hey some people just can't afford to pay for a top of the line compressor.. now i own that same one.. personally I prefer my other one. ARB... But dude. Can't call people cheap if they can't afford a good one.. just had to put that out there... But cool video hahaha🤔🤔🤔
It’s still working great. I’m in the process of building an ARB twin portable compressor which is 3x faster, but it’s 3x the cost. I’ll be uploading that video this weekend.
Is the air flow strong enough to forcefully push solvent in an AC flush canister through a vehicles evaporator to the outside . Please I need replies because I am thinking of purchasing one for a mobile AC flushing business I wish to start off.
You never showed the battery terminal connection and or if the engine needs to be running or any other do’s and don’t s before you started to put air in..?
In the paperwork it says that you can run it for 40 minutes at 40 psi. Plenty of time to air up all 4 tires. Several members of my offroad group have this and it works great even on large tires 40 inch.
@@KTMcaptain what's the model number for the dual pump Smittybilt I'm not seeing that? I'm considering the 2781 because I've gone through 2 Harbor Freight units..
@@nsmturbo5902 it’s not SB, it’s summit off-road. Aka maxi trac and the alike. Ironman also has the SB single compressor. They’re all basically the same exact unit with same specs minus some branding.
*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
*This does exactly what I was wanting **MyBest.Tools** Price was fantastic, lower than Harbor Freight-and it included hose and attachments, and IT IS MADE IN AMERICA, unlike Harbor Freight*
I just picked up this compressor and it is very good in my opinion. Aired up my 35s in no time.
Nice review...thanks for posting. I just bought the 2781 but haven’t had a chance to use it yet. Cool FJ40 too...!
Your description above (and the amazon webpage) says: Maximum airflow - 72 liters per minute. That is an error. That only works out to 2.54 CFM. It should say 160 liters/min for 5.65 CFM. The description they used is from their model 2780 model which is half the capacity. Still, I agree with your assessment and will likely buy this model. Thanks.
Good job in double-checking those conversions.
Thanks for the review, thinking about getting one of these.
Thanks for the review, I think I'll buy one of these.
I have the viair 87 leaving on my wife car. need this for me.
Thanks for the review. The guage reads so high for RV tires. I have an f250 that took 80psi. Rvs go higher
Not an engineer, however, I agree about the 5psi increments. Should definitely be in 1psi increments.
Also, I would prefer an air compressor that allows me to set the psi I want, and then it shuts off automatically once that psi is achieved. I understand Smittybilt makes quality components however, seems like there can only be so many cycles you can switch that thing on and off (waiting to achieve the psi you want), before it wears out.
Great video..
Great review. Thanks buddy 😜
Thanks for posting, just bought the same model
Do you have a picture?
I love mine works great to fill my 285/70r17 from 15 psi to 35 psi pretty quick, had a cheap one before it was brutally slow.
Nice FJ
Awesome video, thanks!
Looks like the same as my AllTop compressor. I really like the speed and noise level. My only complaint is how hard it is to find fittings for it in the USA. If you're looking on Amazon I think its the Nitto Japanese Air Fittings but I haven't bought them yet to confirm. Oh and if you're expecting it to go higher than 110psi you may want to look at other options.
Thanks for the review. 👍🏻
I consider all those battery operated compressors as cheap, but usable. But again I would be proud too at $200 bucks. I thank you for sharing. Your not out much money if it gets smashed or fails on you.
Just got mine today. Its a nice compressor. I hear bad reviews about durability and customer service. I hope it lasts longer than my viair 88p (3 years and still working perfect). I'll keep that under the backseat as backup in case this smittybilt fails.
Great video, thank you!
The Compressor actually runs faster if your Vehicle is running.
It's always recommended to run the engine while airing up due to the amount of power these types of air compressors draw, otherwise you run the risk of draining your battery enough to get you stranded. His FJ40 was running when it was airing up. You'll notice that he went to turn off the motor when he finished.
This has crazy positive reviews vs Pittsburgh 150PSI vs Viair 87P
Great product.
Where did you get that shirt? I want that shirt!
I would like to see smittybilt 2781 vs viair 400p
The Smittybilt generates 5.6 cfm and viair generates 2.3 cfm. Double the air output by Smittybilt which is same as ARB. If you’re looking for an air compressor look at the cfm rating not psi. Best!
Nice review I have a Harbor Freight air compressor and it's roughly takes 3 minutes through inflate Tire from zero but it was $50 with the coupon Smittybilt makes good stuff though I have their 10000 pound winch hasn't let me down
Yeah, I had to use my compressor twice today:( and I’m sure glad I spent the extra money for quality tool that use all the time. I’ve always been Leary of harbor freight tools:) thanks Paul.
Nice was going to get the ARB one but now maybe this. How long have you had it?My worry is reliability .
Hi there, I use mine twice a month. I’ve had it just over a year. O have no problem inflating all four tires without a cool down period. I’d does get really hot so just be careful, but it works awesome and extremely quick to inflate my 33” tires fron10 psi to 28 psi in 2 minutes each. Again thanks for watching.
It’s been a while now how is this compressor running after a year??updates??
Awesome, surprisingly!
Subbed and liked! Thank you for the review! I would like to get a tire air compressor for my raptor (off-roading) and one to fill up the tires on my mustang (1/4 mile track). Stupid question. Can this work on my 315/70r17 tires and 275/40ZR19 tires?
I actually wanted something a little more heavy duty and faster than this one. Any recommendations? Thanks!
Yes, has a standard valve adapter.
Yes, it’ll work on any tires with a valve stem including bikes.
KO1's!
is it really 5.65 cfm? almost top of the line VIAIR 440P Portable Compressor is only 3.00CFM Free Flow @ 0 PSI
It's not, its air-up times are very similar to the 440P. A Smittybilt rep confirmed the actual airflow at 40 and 50 psi are nearly identical to the 440P. But the 440P's "intercooler" pipes allow for better real life duty cycle. The Smitty also has a fake heatsink on the head, making it very hot.
@@royj8549 A heatsink is supposed to get hot. Lol. That's literally it's job to transfer to the ambient air temp
Cool video, I bought the same unit recently, finally got to test it today! One question, there is a little screw on the back of the dial gauge, any idea what that does?
Vanishing Point That is not a screw. It is an air bleed off valve. When or if you over inflate the tire to where you want it you can press the button in and it will release and “bleed” of the excess air to the amount of PSI you would like to have.
lazerrred I see, well thanks very much!
Funny guy.. hey some people just can't afford to pay for a top of the line compressor.. now i own that same one.. personally I prefer my other one. ARB... But dude. Can't call people cheap if they can't afford a good one.. just had to put that out there... But cool video hahaha🤔🤔🤔
Which one airs up faster?
I think the 2780 is faster correct me if i'm wrong? the 2781 is slower but doesn't need to cool down
I’m not 100 sure. I purchased mine few years ago so technologically may have changed. But 5.6 cfm is equivalent to the ARB pumps.
2780 is the smaller moder at approx 2.5cfm. The 2781 is 5.65cfm. Good day.
What is the warranty info? I looked on website but nothing.
I’m not 💯 sure. But I’ve had mine for several years and never failed. In fact I know several folks using the same compressor and has not failed yet.
How's this Smittybilt compressor holding up?? Any regrets or better options out there? Thx!
It’s still working great. I’m in the process of building an ARB twin portable compressor which is 3x faster, but it’s 3x the cost. I’ll be uploading that video this weekend.
Is the air flow strong enough to forcefully push solvent in an AC flush canister through a vehicles evaporator to the outside . Please I need replies because I am thinking of purchasing one for a mobile AC flushing business I wish to start off.
No it’s not really made for that application. They do make an ac flush canister.
You never showed the battery terminal connection and or if the engine needs to be running or any other do’s and don’t s before you started to put air in..?
I figured that was sort of self explanatory…
@@4x2WagonFamily I agree with you *LOL*
Can I add a 90 degree fitting? My valve stems are hard to get to?
Yes
Turn on this smittybilt 2781and hear a popping sound is it normal or no?
No, the noise should be constant.
Does this model require any maintenance, like oiling the cylinders, etc?
No maintenance
Does this unit come with a deflator?
No
Is it weather/water resistant ?
dunno yolo I don’t thinks so. But I had no issues in the rain or snow..
You need to let cool down between tires ?
So far no issues without cooling down.
In the paperwork it says that you can run it for 40 minutes at 40 psi. Plenty of time to air up all 4 tires. Several members of my offroad group have this and it works great even on large tires 40 inch.
It does get hot but I’ve not had any issues yet.
20.3 pounds
This looks identical to the $70 harbor freight one.
Looks can be deceiving...
@@nsmturbo5902 very. I have the dual pump version of the smittybilt and it’s monstrous.
@@KTMcaptain what's the model number for the dual pump Smittybilt I'm not seeing that? I'm considering the 2781 because I've gone through 2 Harbor Freight units..
@@nsmturbo5902 it’s not SB, it’s summit off-road. Aka maxi trac and the alike. Ironman also has the SB single compressor. They’re all basically the same exact unit with same specs minus some branding.
@@KTMcaptain damn that thing is a beast, thanks for the info!