Tire Deflators

[Radioman]

I have some old Staun deflators from before there was much competition. ARB twin and Morrflate hose kit to air back up. I’m not in a race with anyone.

I too, use a set of 4 Staun deflators, but use a Viair compressor to reinflate.

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[CapeArt]

If you want to price compare, you could also look at Speedflate. Same system. I have one and it's probably one of my favorite off-road tools. I use it for both airing up and down. Biggest benefit is that it equalizes automatically (due to the design). So when I put the caps back on, all 4 tires are the same PSi.

I use it in conjunction with a VIAIR 400p on my 33's and it works great.

I, too, have the VIAIR 400P Automatic - do you need any specific connection/chick to hook up the Speedflate 4x Basic/Straight?

 

[CapeArt]

I have some old Staun deflators from before there was much competition. ARB twin and Morrflate hose kit to air back up. I’m not in a race with anyone.

Staun's here, too! They do a good job.

 

[rcadden]

I, too, have the VIAIR 400P Automatic - do you need any specific connection/chick to hook up the Speedflate 4x Basic/Straight?

Yes. I had some extra connectors and whatnot that I put together, but I believe the Speedflate shop has a special accessory kit you can order. My gear is packed up right now, but I believe you just need a double-female connector. You could probably put it together yourself at Harbor Freight for less than $10.

 

[kah.mun.rah]

I use one of those deflators that's a pressure gauge that lets you remove the valve core. Fast and accurate. I used to use a set of those cap types, but they were slow.

Similar to this one

You are probably more careful than I am but public service announcement to bring spare cores on the trail when you use one of these. We lost two on the same trip and had to borrow them out of other peoples' spare tires.

 

[CapeArt]

Yes. I had some extra connectors and whatnot that I put together, but I believe the Speedflate shop has a special accessory kit you can order. My gear is packed up right now, but I believe you just need a double-female connector. You could probably put it together yourself at Harbor Freight for less than $10.

Thanks!

 

[mtbjeep]

Stauns here as well also on 37's. No issue with a speedy deflate; don't even think about it. The air up is a little longer than 35's but no biggie.

 

[Jeepin_OLB]

Another vote for Stauns! They seem to air down plenty fast considering the valve stem is still installed. I used the ARB deflator for years and it's fast, but a lot of work. Plus when you add up the time going to each tire individually, I don't think you save any time.

When I'm short on time, I screw on the Stauns, change the dash to TMPS, and start driving.

 

[Bryce]

You are probably more careful than I am but public service announcement to bring spare cores on the trail when you use one of these. We lost two on the same trip and had to borrow them out of other peoples' spare tires.

Not getting them tight or taking the tool off without screwing them back in?

If I don't have them screwed back in good, I get air leaking before I get the tool unscrewed all the way.
My kit came with spare cores, so I'm covered.

 

[Medsker]

I had some APEX RPV Valves and they are extremely fast. They also have RCV air deflators that hook directly to the valve stem. I haven't used them but if they are the same quality as the RPV Valves they'd work excellent though not as fast as the RPV.

RCV Valves

RPV Valves

 

[Rubi SoHo]

You are probably more careful than I am but public service announcement to bring spare cores on the trail when you use one of these. We lost two on the same trip and had to borrow them out of other peoples' spare tires.

True that, more than once I’ve been certain I had the valve core set in tight when I took the deflator off, only to have it shoot out into the dirt. Luckily I’ve been able to find them each time.

I’m using a Morrflate quad hose to air down now, I like it way better, so much easier on my knees and back.

 

[zouch]

been using Stauns for a long time.
didn't realize they were so comparatively slow until seeing those test results, but they are simple, and store easy.

 

[dragoneggs]

Staun’s and ARB twin with the Kraken. I’m not in a race either. I like the ease and I can walk away and do other prep whether airing down or up. Less manual work as well. Also allows me to go shoot the shit or assist with others.

 

[Willys41]

Looking for advice.
I have been using a set of Res-Q tire automatic deflators to get my tires aired down but the problem is that they take forever to deflate to 12 pounds (37's). My buddy shows up with a Thor's Lightning and aired down 2 jeeps before mine could get half way. So now I'm calling and looking for the correct fittings to make that work and discovered the Trailhead automatic deflators. I am being told those are fast and will air down in about 5 minutes.
Has anyone here had experience with both, to verify they are quicker than the Res-Q (from Quadratec)?
Thank you.

Here is what I did
I drilled and taped 1/4 pipe and installed large bore tank valves
These are the same as the monster valves put with out the are down part.
I can put my gauge on the valve stem and let are out of the large bore valve at the same time.
I can air down from 30psi to 10 psi in about 45 seconds

https://yourtireshopsupply.com/product/694/large-bore-tank-valve-hah47

 

[Sand Flea]

Been using Stauns for the past 5 or 6 years, and they haven't failed me yet.
I start at the drivers side front, and go around. By the time I get back to the first one, it's usually done.
Have mine set at 19 pounds.

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