Compressed air canister for spare????
08-04-2015, 05:52 PM
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Compressed air canister for spare????
Hey guys, I have a 83 Z28 and I had a flat. I pulled the spare, that was sucked flat and rolled into itself and inflated it with the canister. I was blown away, 32 year old canister worked. Now what. Where do I get a replacement? No one can fill it that I know of. Has anyone run into this and if so, what is the answer? Let me know. Matt
08-05-2015, 11:48 AM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
i have one i just removed from my 91. pm me if interested, i will never need it.
08-23-2015, 09:34 PM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
Try going to a supply house that sells compressed gas cylinders. You can google it. Airgas is a popular vendor nationwide, but there are others. They can sell you similar cylinders close to the same size or at least the same capacity as the original. Hope that helps you.
08-24-2015, 09:13 AM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
Does Anyone Know Why These Can't Be Refilled,Does It Take Specialized Equipment.
08-24-2015, 10:21 AM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
Yes, compresed air cylinders all have a life span. Some have dates stamped on them. These types of cylinders can be refilled as long as the hydro dates are good. Other compressed gas cylinders like the ones in this thread are not meant to be reused. They are disposable, one and done. I would be surprised to find a supplier that would refill it, especially one that is that old. Best to get a new refill bottle in case of a flat and keep the original for display purposes. Hope that helps.
08-27-2015, 07:49 PM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
From what I'm hearing , a fire extinguisher service company will fill them.I never had one filled but,that's what I'm hearing.
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
Something like this thrown in your rear storage compartment should do the job.....
08-28-2015, 07:28 AM
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Re: Compressed air canister for spare????
Something like this thrown in your rear storage compartment should do the job.....
Amazon.com: LifeLine AAA 300 PSI 12 Volt DC Air Compressor: Automotive
Amazon.com: LifeLine AAA 300 PSI 12 Volt DC Air Compressor: Automotive
I would feel more comfortable with the pump on a road trip.
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