handheld air "inflator" for use in lanes

[Dragsinger]

I see racers using a handheld air "inflator" that is shaped somewhat like a drill. Does someone have experience with a handheld unit for adding a last minute 1/4 pound of air?

[SSDiv6]

Originally Posted by Dragsinger

I see racers using a handheld air "inflator" that is shaped somewhat like a drill. Does someone have experience with a handheld unit for adding a last minute 1/4 pound of air?

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[HandOverFist]

I've got one of the Bickel compressors Larry. Be sure to test it beforehand on your tires...it won't actuate the valve in some stems. Worked fine for airing up the air bags on the truck, but when I got to the track I could not air the tires on the car. Guess who didn't bring the air tank that day? Took everything I had not to heave it across the pits lol...my air tank now goes along everytime if only for the ride. I really can't recommend the Bickel inflator. What we should be using if there is a definite need... https://www.biketiresdirect.com/search/co2-inflators

[Robbie Draughon]

I use a craftsman 18v from Sears. Batteries interchange with my drill. I've had it for a few years with no problems.

[Myron Piatek]

I've always used a little manual foot pump. It's smaller, lighter, less expensive and plenty good for that 1/4 - 1/2 lb by hand. The gauge is irrelevant since I double-check with my regular tire gauge. The plastic chuck is pretty cheap, but I eventually replace it with a better hose & metal chuck. You can find them anywhere - Harbor Freight, Walmart, etc. & cheap enough to have a spare!


As small as it is, I have been warned a couple of times over the years about keeping it secured in a box to keep it from being a "projectile" in case of an accident.


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[Dragsinger]

Myron, I like the manual idea.