Member Since: 31 Dec 2018
Location: Brittany
Posts: 95
Is 50litre compressor big enough for wheel changes?
I am looking at getting a compressor and impact wrench for swapping wheels on my MY12.
Would a 50litre tank be sufficient please?
I am looking at the SGS branded ones, unless anyone has other recommendations?
Many thanks
22nd Sep 2019 8:39 am
rrhool
Member Since: 28 Aug 2014
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 4519
More than enough.
I used to have a 50 litre compressor, but now have a 25. Unless you are going to re-spray a car, 25 litre is fine.Richard
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22nd Sep 2019 8:44 am
Gareth Site Moderator
Member Since: 07 Dec 2004
Location: Bramhall
Posts: 26774
I have a Dewalt 18v impact wrench. It’s more than adequate and does away with the need for compressor or wires.
22nd Sep 2019 9:07 am
Moo D3 Decade
Member Since: 13 Aug 2010
Location: UK
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Agree. I have a Ryobi impact driver and it works a treat. New Defender L663 110 SE (known as Noddy!)
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Again, I wouldn’t run an pneumatic impact wrench now, DeWalt, Makita and many others offer easier alternatives.
22nd Sep 2019 9:58 am
timmyt79
Member Since: 18 Oct 2016
Location: Pemrokeshire
Posts: 589
Another plus one for the dewalt impact 👍 haven't found a bolt yet that it can't free off 💪only downside is its slightly on the heavy side.. Fine for changing wheels but if your under vehicle holding it with one arm it bloody feels heavy!! 🙈
22nd Sep 2019 3:39 pm
Stumog
Member Since: 24 Mar 2018
Location: Bristol
Posts: 171
If you only want to run a impact gun just get a decent 18v plus one and don't annoy your people.
Also can use when out and about not just at home
22nd Sep 2019 3:59 pm
Kitetraveller
Member Since: 31 Dec 2018
Location: Brittany
Posts: 95
Many thanks for the replies, clearly the 18v impact wrenches are the favourites!
As I don’t have any tools running 18v batteries, it becomes quite an expensive exercise to buy into the kits with batteries and charger.
I do like the point about taking it with me though.
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