Compressor options- where to route air connector- Gas door?

[MileHigh]

I’ve been all around on adding an air compressor. Single vs dual, on-board vs portable, even one off of the roof power since I only have 33s. I’d like an on board dual, probably with it under the passenger seat. I’d rather not have to leave a door open when I’m running the compressor. Or open the hood. I’ve seen some where the air routed to the back- but that still leaves a door open, and the bigger one.

I was trying to think of place where it would exterior, but protected and accessible. It seems that having an air tap behind the fuel door would be a pretty slick option? It would be exterior, but protected and accessible.

Am I crazy or is this an option?

 

[DenisM]

I’ve been all around on adding an air compressor. Single vs dual, on-board vs portable, even one off of the roof power since I only have 33s. I’d like an on board dual, probably with it under the passenger seat. I’d rather not have to leave a door open when I’m running the compressor. Or open the hood. I’ve seen some where the air routed to the back- but that still leaves a door open, and the bigger one.

I was trying to think of place where it would exterior, but protected and accessible. It seems that having an air tap behind the fuel door would be a pretty slick option? It would be exterior, but protected and accessible.

Am I crazy or is this an option?

Not crazy, practical...Having fitted a Brown Davis aux tank ( to a diesel), I can vouch that there would be ample room behind the fuel flap for an air outlet on the petrol version, given the absence of the "AdBlue" filler. You may need to install a sturdy bracket for the outlet socket. There's a large grommet from the rear compartment directly into the wheel well above the wheel well lining, sufficient to accommodate the diameter of an air hose. As for placement of the compressor, you need somewhere that's preferably got plenty of airflow for cooling.... ...especially if conditions demand a heavy duty cycle...incl say, assisting others apart from yr own needs....

 

[Brad@SuperiorCO]

I’ve been all around on adding an air compressor. Single vs dual, on-board vs portable, even one off of the roof power since I only have 33s. I’d like an on board dual, probably with it under the passenger seat. I’d rather not have to leave a door open when I’m running the compressor. Or open the hood. I’ve seen some where the air routed to the back- but that still leaves a door open, and the bigger one.

I was trying to think of place where it would exterior, but protected and accessible. It seems that having an air tap behind the fuel door would be a pretty slick option? It would be exterior, but protected and accessible.

Am I crazy or is this an option?

Great idea. It would work!