Need ideas for Xmas

Gizmo100 · Dec 4, 2018

My DW has informed me that if I don't give her some ideas for Xmas then she will just pick up some tool from lowe's.
Not a bad deal for most guys I suppose...But I have every tool I need and pretty much every tool that I just wanted.

That said....I was thinking of a small air compressor for the TT. It would be used for blowing out water lines instead of using antifreeze and inflating tires if needed. I don't really need another compressor. But this one would stay in the TT. I was thinking something like this one.

https://www.amazon.com/TIREWELL-12V-Tire-Inflator-Compressor/dp/B06ZXR9P6R/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543966050&sr=8-3&keywords=12+volt+air+compressor+heavy+duty

Is this a good idea??
Does anyone have other ideas?

grashley · Dec 4, 2018

Not my choice! To blow out the lines does not require much pressure, but it does require volume. A cheap pancake (tank) compressor will work better for that job. It can also be used to fill tires, too, if the pressure is high enough.

Other thoughts:
Per recent thread - a fire extinguisher or two
Progressive EMS
camper "lawn" chairs
Gas grill
TPMS

Larry N. · Dec 4, 2018

I see it's 12V and has a lighter style plug, so I'd be sure you have a 12V source that will stand the 15 amp draw for more than a few seconds. But assuming you have such a source, it probably will work for trailer tires. given their claim of:
-FAST INFLATION: maximum pressure 150PSI, air flow 2.12CFM@0PSI, inflates standard vehicle tire in 2 minutes (195/65/R15, 0-35psi)

Of course if they can't meet their claim... And grashley makes a good point about volume of air flow needed for winterizing with air, and I'm not sure what the flow on that would be at 20-40 psi, nor what the duty cycle is.

Isaac-1 · Dec 4, 2018

I have a similar small Slime branded double acting compressor with battery clips on it, that does a good job of airing up the tires on my coach when on the road and they are low. I bought it 6 years ago and it is still working, though a bit banged up. It is also cheaper than the one you listed

https://smile.amazon.com/Slime-40026-Heavy-Direct-Inflator/dp/B005Z8HAUK

Gizmo100 · Dec 4, 2018

Larry N. said:
I see it's 12V and has a lighter style plug, so I'd be sure you have a 12V source that will stand the 15 amp draw for more than a few seconds. But assuming you have such a source, it probably will work for trailer tires. given their claim of:
-FAST INFLATION: maximum pressure 150PSI, air flow 2.12CFM@0PSI, inflates standard vehicle tire in 2 minutes (195/65/R15, 0-35psi)

Of course if they can't meet their claim... And grashley makes a good point about volume of air flow needed for winterizing with air, and I'm not sure what the flow on that would be at 20-40 psi, nor what the duty cycle is.

I was leaning toward the 12 volt because I would have the TT battery as well as the truck battery.(Running of course). The main purpose would be flushing out water lines if traveling into cold temperatures.

If the pancake is needed then I will just have to plan ahead to make sure I have 120 AC. My truck does have a 400 watt inverter but I don't think that will be enough to run a compressor.

grashley said:
Not my choice! To blow out the lines does not require much pressure, but it does require volume. A cheap pancake (tank) compressor will work better for that job. It can also be used to fill tires, too, if the pressure is high enough.

Other thoughts:
Per recent thread - a fire extinguisher or two
Progressive EMS
camper "lawn" chairs
Gas grill
TPMS

The fire extinguisher(s) is a GREAT idea..
I better handle the Progressive EMS and the TPMS. That's above her pay grade...Don't tell her I said that
I bought her the Grill. She prefers charcoal and She Does ALL the cooking in this marriage.
We have 4 lawn chairs that insisted we get....Funny part she agoraphobic. So I'm not sure why 4.

Gizmo100 · Dec 4, 2018

Any thoughts on this compressor?

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-6-Gallon-Portable-Electric-Pancake-Air-Compressor/1000595167

LarryL60 · Dec 4, 2018

I always used to blow out the lines before putting away for winter. I would highly recommend, especially depending on where you are from!

Gizmo100 · Dec 4, 2018

LarryL60 said:
I always used to blow out the lines before putting away for winter. I would highly recommend, especially depending on where you are from!

We are in southeast Alabama. I used the antifreeze this year.(First year with a RV). We took the RV to Arkansas for thanksgiving and will go back to AR for Xmas and bring her home. We are also planning a trip around Feb. across the south to AZ. I'm thinking we can flush out everything when I get her home then just blow the lines for our Feb trip. I'm hoping we will be able to use the plumbing on our AZ trip. But if freezing temp's become a problem I would just blow out the lines and drain everything.
I don't know if this a good plan but it's the one I'm going with for now..

Larry N. · Dec 4, 2018

Gizmo100 said:
Any thoughts on this compressor?

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-6-Gallon-Portable-Electric-Pancake-Air-Compressor/1000595167

Though it may be overkill for your needs, it certainly should do well for you.

Gizmo100 · Dec 4, 2018

Larry N. said:
Though it may be overkill for your needs, it certainly should do well for you.

Well we don't need overkill...I'm still trying to figure out where I'm going to store a compressor.

I've found a couple others my focus is getting the job done and taking up as little space as possible.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-2-Gallon-Portable-Electric-Twin-Stack-Air-Compressor/1000226861

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-QUIET-TECH-2-Gallon-Portable-Electric-Hot-Dog-Air-Compressor/1000405185

The sad part is I already own 3 compressors....Their just to big to big to haul around camping.

DearMissMermaid · Dec 5, 2018

I don't see socks and underwear mentioned anywhere.

RVMommaTo6 · Dec 5, 2018

Some ideas....
Jumper cables
Multi tool like a swiss army knife
Slippers
Gloves
Bath robe
Cologne
Fitbit or smart watch
A book or magazine subscription
Ball cap
That's all I can think of for now

Gizmo · Dec 5, 2018

grashley said:
Not my choice! To blow out the lines does not require much pressure, but it does require volume. A cheap pancake (tank) compressor will work better for that job. It can also be used to fill tires, too, if the pressure is high enough.

Other thoughts:
Per recent thread - a fire extinguisher or two
Progressive EMS
camper "lawn" chairs
Gas grill
TPMS

I agree totally, I had one of these and it did not hold up very well. It was the last cheap portable compressor I bought, went to a Viar 300P, which has been excellent for tire duty, it is well made. It however does not have the volume to blow out lines. If you have the room, as noted, a pancake style compressor would be a much better option. If space is a concern look into the Viar 400P, it is portable and more but considerably more capability than my 300P. I have not had experience with the 400P, but I recall reading of a couple folks who have and use it for blowing out lines as well as large motor home tires.

SpencerPJ · Dec 5, 2018

Here is a nice small compressor that has a tank, seems it would be sufficient for volume to blow out the lines. Not a great amount of tank, but claims it has quick recovery and has good reviews.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1-Gal-Portable-Electric-Trim-Air-Compressor-D55140/202019874?cm_mmc=Shopping%7CG%7CBase%7CD25H%7CMulti%7CNA%7CPLA%7c71700000032394431%7c58700003837562558%7c92700037599062080&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi57gBRDqARIsABhDSMqHEFJOW2iibenOEaF6luvz3OLtKouZU2-Xp1auSzt1QHuEcEAwnfUaAnt6EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Also, other Xmas ideas, off my list, lol
https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Lasergrip-774-Non-contact-Thermometer/dp/B00837ZGRY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1541702184&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=temperature+gun&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XRSRBZF/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=AACQAJ816SDFM&psc=1

Gizmo100 · Dec 5, 2018

SpencerPJ said:
Here is a nice small compressor that has a tank, seems it would be sufficient for volume to blow out the lines. Not a great amount of tank, but claims it has quick recovery and has good reviews.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1-Gal-Portable-Electric-Trim-Air-Compressor-D55140/202019874?cm_mmc=Shopping%7CG%7CBase%7CD25H%7CMulti%7CNA%7CPLA%7c71700000032394431%7c58700003837562558%7c92700037599062080&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi57gBRDqARIsABhDSMqHEFJOW2iibenOEaF6luvz3OLtKouZU2-Xp1auSzt1QHuEcEAwnfUaAnt6EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Also, other Xmas ideas, off my list, lol
https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Lasergrip-774-Non-contact-Thermometer/dp/B00837ZGRY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1541702184&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=temperature+gun&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XRSRBZF/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=AACQAJ816SDFM&psc=1

AND WE HAVE A WINNER........I already have the Thermometer but the compressor and the Endoscope are perfect. I never think of the endoscope until I need/wish I had one handy. I also added extra fire extinguisher(s) to the list.

THANKS to everyone for the feedback. I am hard to shop for.....When I need/want something within reason I go buy it..

DearMissMermaid said:
I don't see socks and underwear mentioned anywhere.

BUT I was good this year...LOL. I haven't counted but I think I have enough of both to last a month. My wife wanted to make sure I didn't run out when she was having surgery about a year ago......She seems to think I can't use the washer/dryer.(Yes I know how and can/will do the laundry)

Thanks again Everyone..

Gizmo100 · Jan 1, 2019

Well I must of been a good boy this year

....Who knew

The Wife bought me a Wireless Endoscope, Attached are some pic's from inside the WH...No reason just playing around.

https://www.amazon.com/KZYEE-Semi-Rigid-Inspection-Waterproof-Tablet-33FT/dp/B07CWQGNNR/ref=pd_sbs_328_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07CWQGNNR&pd_rd_r=519f198f-0e04-11e9-b40e-45b207f2ee03&pd_rd_w=cRJWa&pd_rd_wg=f9Yjd&pf_rd_p=7d5d9c3c-5e01-44ac-97fd-261afd40b865&pf_rd_r=HF985B54041HZD0WZ98Y&psc=1&refRID=HF985B54041HZD0WZ98Y

I also scored an Air Compressor for the TT. It fits under one of the bench seats with a A/C plug right next to the bench. This is by far the quietest compresses I have ever used.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-QUIET-TECH-2-Gallon-Portable-Electric-Hot-Dog-Air-Compressor/1000405185

And to prove I was really good....NO SOCKS OR UNDERWEAR ;D

SpencerPJ · Jan 1, 2019

Haha, I got a similar Endoscope. I'm impressed with the clarity as well. I'm a little disappointed in the light though, in total darkness areas. I am currently looking for a small (very small) bright bright light I can affix to it. Off to Fleabay I wander

Disappointed: I NEED socks haha

cadee2c · Jan 1, 2019

OMG When I first read about your endoscope camera, I immediately thought medical, and wondered why would anyone want to do their own endoscope.

Gizmo100 · Jan 1, 2019

cadee2c said:
OMG When I first read about your endoscope camera, I immediately thought medical, and wondered why would anyone want to do their own endoscope.

Dr. Bob at your service...

Disclaimer..Dr. Bob is not a real Dr. and he never played one on TV

ChasA · Jan 1, 2019

Congratulations. Now you can give yourself monthly colonoscopies.

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