[frumpy]

So, I just looked around there site tonight and all I can say is I wish I had one close by.

I'm looking at ordering this and just wondering if this will work. Just need a regulator for my CO2 tank. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=94841

Also I couldn't find it on the site but does anyone know if they have the US military gas can style mounts for vehicles

As well I'm order the 2" receiver tow hook, and LED tail lights for my crusher corners. Couldn't find a good recovery strap either.

edit: will this work with my co2 setup? Don't know if the fittings are correct but its rated to -70 degrees http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=92931

Or should I get this http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=54075 or http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=91525

[frumpy]

any input?

[michaelg]

harbor freight is generally low quality stuff, keep that in mind when purchasing.

[XTC Jpr13]

Originally Posted by michaelg

harbor freight is generally low quality stuff, keep that in mind when purchasing.

i disagree with this, granted its not warn, crftsman, snapon, or the likes, but it does get the job done and i have had no issues (other than some misused vice grips) with HF tools and their free replacement no questions asked warrenty on some products if you buy it. I wish the one near me was closer!


on to the OP questions I cant help much, but despite the negative comments you are sure to get, dont hesitate to go with HF stuff!

[1996xj]

If its something im only going to use once in a while i will go with Harbor Freight but most of my stuff is Craftsman.

[xxxflhrci]

HF is great for some things. A lot of their tools have a lifetime warranty. I bought a cheapy tap and die set on sale for 12 bucks. I have used it lots of times, which in turn will dull the taps after a while. HF gives me a new set evertime I take it back, with no questions asked.

Craftsman? I've got a 6 ft cabinet full of their tools. It ain't what it used to be. The better Craftsman stuff that I have is the core set that my parents got me in 1986.

[michaelg]

dont get me wrong i use hf stuff but i do not plan to use them more than once or twice. . .disposable tools is how i think of it. I have used several straps, wrenches, jacks, jack stands (still good), torx bits (fair), flash lights/shop lights (crap), impact wrench, engine dolly, and many other things I have one around 15minutes from my house, but like i said disposable is the key word.
but its just my $0.02

[TJs06TJ]

Most of my stuff is Craftsman but everything I've gotten from Harbor Freight has held up well. I"ve been happy with it. When I need a tool that I may only use one time and don't wanna spend a ton of money on it HF is the first thing I think of. I love the fact that we have one only 3 miles away.

[frumpy]

So what about the specific parts I've mentioned? Will any of the hoses hold up to CO2 and is the regulator the correct one?

[CNY]

frumpy, The yellow coil air hose will not work for you. Even regulated, the CO2 will come out so cold, it will crack those hoses. I don't know about the gray one, but I'd go with a more "normal" air hose. The gray one may need special fiitings to adapt it to air tools.

The blue one, or the Goodyear black ones will work for you.

The regulator will work, but it is overkill. The way it mounts to the bottle, it just has too much crap dangling off it. I've looked at doing the same thing you describe, and even at the low price, I can't bring myself to use that regulator too bulky/fragile).

I don't have a link, but I know that many people use a fixed pressure regulator on their CO2. Something that is more compact than the regulator you showed. I would only use the HF regulator on a bottle that is fixed in the shop or on a cart.


As for the not-so-helpful folks that just want to bad-mouth HF.... HF doesn't only sell hand-tools, and MOST of what HF sells cannot be purchased from Sears or auto parts stores.

[frumpy]

Thanks CNY, I guess I will just get the normal air hose and other stuff. As for the gauge I havent been able to find where to get another one.

Would it be an idea to just get it and leave it off until I actually need to use the CO2? The other thing is I want to make an organizer deal for the back with a spot for the CO2 that is well protected and think it would be fine there. Just having a hard time finding a regulator other then a few that are $100+

[CNY]

You don't need to spend $100,. Get a 90 (or 120, or 150) fixed psi regulator. I'd get 90, unless you will run air tools.

Here's one for $53:
http://www.expertoffroad.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=2-OA-REG150

I'm not saying that's a good one,. or the only one. It's just one I found using Google.

Start a thread asking what's a good inexpensive fixed regulator for a CO2 bottle. Leave out mention of Harbor Freight, and it will keep the haters at bay.

More info:
http://www.stu-offroad.com/recovery/co2/co2-1.htm

[frumpy]

Thanks for the article. I do plan on running power tools though for emergency situations. Should I just be looking for something like the HF one but more compact?

[CNY]

More info:
http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=398614
http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f27/someone-school-me-co2-346801/?highlight=co2%2A+regulator

[CNY]

frumpy, I found a regulator for you. From the last post in this thread:

http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f7/lowes-79-co2-tank-regulator-488129/

Originally Posted by erickpl

$77.00 10 lb tank from www.beveragefactory.com
$49.00 fixed regulator from http://www.4x4rockshop.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=2147
$5.00 for CO2 hose and chuck from HF

$127 for OBA

$23.00 for a nice 10 lb CO2 Tank holder than you can bolt to your cage or tub, so 150 can put you in a nice CO2 setup.

Free shipping on that regulator.

150 psi will let you run tools, and air up tires. It will get COLD, but won't freeze up for Jeep uses.