1. Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs.

Aux Power Portable Compressor

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by BLITZ XW50, Nov 16, 2016.

Tags:
  1. BLITZ XW50

    BLITZ XW50 Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    91
    81
    1
    Location:
    Chicago, IL
    Vehicle:
    2016 Prius
    Model:
    Three
    I just purchased a portable compressor to keep tabs and be able to air up at home or on the go but noticed that the compressor needs 15 amps of power to operate but my question is since our car's engine doesn't always turn on, on and is in "Ready" should the car have the 15 amps or is at 12 amps like when the engine is off?
    .
    Thought this would be a nice accessory to share with other members here too.
    (optimize MPG in case the tire pressure drops)

    Any feedback is appreciated

    Added a picture for reference.
    [​IMG]
     
    #1 BLITZ XW50, Nov 16, 2016
    sfv41901 and RCO like this.
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

    Joined:
    May 11, 2005
    109,302
    49,694
    0
    Location:
    boston
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius Plug-in
    Model:
    Plug-in Base
    someone else was using one of these without a problem, unless they make a smaller one. nice looking unit. when you plug in, you're drawing down the 12v. then the engine comes on to recharge it. give it a shot. what's the worst that can happen, blown fuse?
     
    #2 bisco, Nov 16, 2016
    BLITZ XW50 and RCO like this.
  3. BLITZ XW50

    BLITZ XW50 Member

    Joined:
    Sep 20, 2016
    91
    81
    1
    Location:
    Chicago, IL
    Vehicle:
    2016 Prius
    Model:
    Three
    Used the portable compressor with no issue. Definitely a good buy for those that want to keep tabs on their tire pressure.
     
    #3 BLITZ XW50, Nov 17, 2016
    RCO and krmcg like this.
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)