Thor's Lightning 4-tire air system

[wreck99]

This thing is wicked fast. Hooked it up, aired down in the driveway to test it out. Got to 20 psi in a couple of minutes (didn't time it) and then aired up to factory 37 psi in just under 2 minutes. This will make quick work of prepping for the trails.

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[Deleted member 102807]

Thanks for the review, i have been looking at this combo for a while.

 

[Rubi SoHo]

I’ve got the Morrflate system, essentially the same thing. It airs up all 4 of my 37’s from 15-30psi in about 3 mins. Couldn’t be happier.

 

[Craigger]

I have this system permanently mounted using the Thor mount to the rollbar on the JLU

Works really well and keeps it out of the way, but in this mount it's hard to get to the buttons. Also, this thing is power hungry so if you're going to an external battery keep in mind it draws ~90 amps. I had to put 2 x 50amph LiFePO4 batteries to keep up. Also, the hose coming out of the compressor gets really hot so if you do use the mount above, be careful that the hose doesn't rest against your soft top side window.

Overall very happy with it though - very quick fill-ups and so far no issues with speed or breakdowns.

 

[Rubi SoHo]

…Also, the hose coming out of the compressor gets really hot so if you do use the mount above, be careful that the hose doesn't rest against your soft top side window.

Overall very happy with it though - very quick fill-ups and so far no issues with speed or breakdowns.

This is why I went with Morrflate. I checked out Thors, EZFlate, Morrflate at EJS vendor show. The Morrflate has a stainless steel outlet hose that seems to dissipate heat really well. In my experience, it’s not just marketing bs. It’s never gotten too hot for me to just uncouple the main air hose from the compressor with my bare hands. I got used to getting a little bit burned every time I unhooked the air hose from my ARB but this Morrflate stays cool.

 

[Craigger]

This is why I went with Morrflate. I checked out Thors, EZFlate, Morrflate at EJS vendor show. The Morrflate has a stainless steel outlet hose that seems to dissipate heat really well. In my experience, it’s not just marketing bs. It’s never gotten too hot for me to just uncouple the main air hose from the compressor with my bare hands. I got used to getting a little bit burned every time I unhooked the air hose from my ARB but this Morrflate stays cool.

I just checked their website and it does look they made some improvements to this for the purpose of heat dissipation. I’ll have to see if I can replace my output hose with a ss braided line. If not, I’ll likely replace with the Morrflate if my Thor ever quits on me.

 

[Terry R]

I bought the Thor compressor, but haven’t tested it yet. It appears to be well made. I did tighten a few of the screws as recommended in previous posts about air compressors. I would like to get the 4-tire hose kit, but couldn’t justify the cost….yet.

Thanks for the post. Hopefully others will provide their experience with this product.

 

[Bill Hesson]

I use the hose kit with the ARB twin compressor mounted under the hood with the Grimm Offroad Mount. (https://trailrecon.com/grimm-offroad-arb-twin-compressor-mounting-bracket-kit--jtjl-10013.html) It works great! My issue is that with the XR wheels, the valve stem is deep into the rim and it makes it difficult to connect the chucks. I ended up replacing the chucks with the LockNFlate chucks. This combination is fantastic. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWNPL9YC?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

 

[Toms2022JLURD]

I have this system permanently mounted using the Thor mount to the rollbar on the JLU

Works really well and keeps it out of the way, but in this mount it's hard to get to the buttons. Also, this thing is power hungry so if you're going to an external battery keep in mind it draws ~90 amps. I had to put 2 x 50amph LiFePO4 batteries to keep up. Also, the hose coming out of the compressor gets really hot so if you do use the mount above, be careful that the hose doesn't rest against your soft top side window.

Overall very happy with it though - very quick fill-ups and so far no issues with speed or breakdowns.

I had the same issue with accessing the buttons and I solved it by using a cutoff wheel to remove two of the vertical bars - not need for strength. I also ordered their 12 volt quick disconnect kit to bring power from the engine bay to the compressor. Very well thought out and only $25. My last recommended upgrade are the Thor's Lightning Short Stem/APEX RPV Compatible Lock-On Air Chuck (Closed). I struggled the included Dynamo lock on chucks - and I hate struggling. I found the Dynamo chucks were a two handed operation which made attachment doable but I like the one handed aspect of the recommended chucks.

 

[73TAWM]

This system is no joke. Tried my buddies out last weekend and it's fast. Hell of a lot faster than the screw in valve pressure release thingamajobs.
I am wanting to just purchase the hose system without the compressor, and use it with my twin ARB under the seat w/ Kraken mount. Just have to figure out how to incorporate the correct fittings. If nothing else I just need it to deflate faster. I am happy with the ARB airing up all four in 7 minutes.

 

[rcadden]

This system is no joke. Tried my buddies out last weekend and it's fast. Hell of a lot faster than the screw in valve pressure release thingamajobs.
I am wanting to just purchase the hose system without the compressor, and use it with my twin ARB under the seat w/ Kraken mount. Just have to figure out how to incorporate the correct fittings. If nothing else I just need it to deflate faster. I am happy with the ARB airing up all four in 7 minutes.

I bought a Speedflate system which is basically this. You have the choice of coiled hoses or non-coiled, in a few different colors (if matching is a thing for you). Comes in a nice little carry bag and makes airing up/down *so* easy.

The best part of these systems is that it auto-equalizes (because it's a connected system). Connect all four hoses, and then I have the main part resting on my bull bar up front. Easy to air down and then connect to my VIAIR to air back up.

 

[wreck99]

This system is no joke. Tried my buddies out last weekend and it's fast. Hell of a lot faster than the screw in valve pressure release thingamajobs.
I am wanting to just purchase the hose system without the compressor, and use it with my twin ARB under the seat w/ Kraken mount. Just have to figure out how to incorporate the correct fittings. If nothing else I just need it to deflate faster. I am happy with the ARB airing up all four in 7 minutes.

When I was filling up the cart, I noticed the 4-tire air hoses had 3 options for fittings. I think one was ARB. It may be just that easy. Best to check of course.

 

[wreck99]

I bought a Speedflate system which is basically this. You have the choice of coiled hoses or non-coiled, in a few different colors (if matching is a thing for you). Comes in a nice little carry bag and makes airing up/down *so* easy.

The best part of these systems is that it auto-equalizes (because it's a connected system). Connect all four hoses, and then I have the main part resting on my bull bar up front. Easy to air down and then connect to my VIAIR to air back up.

You're right about that equalizung. I love that about this setup. No guessing if one tire is different than another.

 

[Craigger]

I bought a Speedflate system which is basically this. You have the choice of coiled hoses or non-coiled, in a few different colors (if matching is a thing for you). Comes in a nice little carry bag and makes airing up/down *so* easy.

The best part of these systems is that it auto-equalizes (because it's a connected system). Connect all four hoses, and then I have the main part resting on my bull bar up front. Easy to air down and then connect to my VIAIR to air back up.

I love the convenience of the quad system for airing up but I still use my Stauns for airing down. They're pretty easy to set and once you do they reliably stop at the desired pressure. Very easy to screw on, sit in the car until they stop hissing, then unscrew.

 

[Oly630]

We’ve used ours at 4 Jamborees so far, it’s Awesome!

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