Author Topic: AirMax Extreme MKII 4500 psi compressor (Read 27808 times))

avator · « **on:** August 02, 2017, 11:26:34 PM »

Made a deal with Mike at MRodAir which netted me the AirMax Extreme MKII. It Took about 4 days for UPS to get it from there to here. I wasn't even mad because they pushed delivery back a day.
The compressor arrived double boxed and packed inside with styrofoam to protect the electronics on top of it. Inside were the fill whip, oil breather, water pump and hoses, power cord and a packet of replacement seals. The were also the test plug for the whip and a male foster fitting to convert another male fitting to form a coupling to fill tanks. Reportedly there are enough spares for 2 rebuilds. There was also a note from Mike to call him when I got ready to set thing up.
I set up my location with a table to set the compressor off the floor where I could see it and I filled my 5gal bucket with water. I filled the crankcase with 30wt non-detergent oil (as per Mike) and connected the water lines and pump. The outlet from the pump and inlet to the cylinder water jacket are the same size hose fittings. The return hose is a different size so it's impossible to hook it up wrong.
Then I called Mike just to make sure I did everything right... which I did. I ran the compressor a few short runs just to blow any gunk out that might be there. A few bleeds and it blew dry. The I put the test plug in and I couldn't build pressure. The brass fitting for the bleeder was leaking. A good hour of fiddling finally paid off. I still got a very small leak but I'll get that worked out. Might need a new white seal inside but I'm confident that will be sent to me pronto.
I had bought a power strip to insure I wouldn't run the compressor without having the water pump running. This didn't work out work out. The compressor popped the reset on the strip in short order. I plugged the compressor into the wall and it worked like it should. I'll have to order a higher amp strip.
I set the auto shut off to 3k and connected to my AirMax Varmint. I hit the start button and after about 20 seconds the compressor shut off. Daggonit, I kicked the breaker.... but wait... this lights didn't go off.... WTH? Well lookie there.... that gun is full. THANK YOU AUTO SHUT OFF !!!
By this time Betty Lou is tapping that foot.... I know what that means. Means play time is over... time for TV and bed. Tomorrow is a workday. Awwww Man ? So I put my toys away and shuffled out of the play room.
Tomorrow we fill tanks and take pictures. Tonight I dream about being a self sufficient airgunner. No more pumping and no more 2 hour round trips to fill tanks.

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #1 on:** August 02, 2017, 11:43:11 PM »

Sweet! Looking forward to photos!

kzz1kaw · « **Reply #2 on:** August 02, 2017, 11:50:37 PM »

Yes don't forget to turn on that water pump 😳😎

avator · « **Reply #3 on:** August 03, 2017, 02:52:40 AM »

Ken..
Reading what happened to you has really got me "gunshy" on the water pump. And I know I suggested the power strip to you. My experience tonight certainly proved that just any power strip ain't gonna cut it. I know I'm going to need one that will handle 20 amp. before it resets.
Paul..
Getting it set up without doing something stupid was the important thing tonight. I didn't even want to take my mind off of what I was doing for pictures.... they will come. I also want to report on fill times for tanks including the 80 cf and 100 cf. Then I want to report on temps. I doubt very much I will be filling many guns directly. As fast as this fiiled the AMV to 3k I think the logical thing to do is top off tanks and fill guns with the tank.

avator · « **Reply #4 on:** August 03, 2017, 07:14:41 AM »

I woke up this morning thinking (that's a good sign that I didn't wake up dead) what having this access to unlimited air really means. I've had my SynRod .22 for quite sometime now and never really got to put the fine tune to it. I mean, I had plenty of air in the tanks when I got the TSS but since then I've also installed the MDS hammer and have never really been able to top it off. The same goes for the AirMax Varmint. The FD-PCP has spent a lot of time hanging on the rack and the twin 2240 HPA carbines are gonna need sun glasses when they come out of that dark black soft case.

avator · « **Reply #5 on:** August 03, 2017, 08:18:19 AM »

I found it very important to take the time to snap at least one picture this morning. I would not have this compressor if it weren't for the GTA and all involved, including you. I won the July monthly raffle for the EdGun Matador and found I couldn't use the BullPup in my current physical condition. So I turned it into this compressor, something I can use. I found it fitting to apply this label to remind me how grateful I am everytime I turn it on.
I'll get better pictures as the thread moves along but, you get the idea.
Thanks again GTA !!

A.K.A. Tommy Boy · « **Reply #6 on:** August 03, 2017, 08:59:19 AM »

Bill....This is all working out Great !

Booger · « **Reply #7 on:** August 03, 2017, 09:04:51 AM »

It is a good feeling to be self sufficient on air. I know when my Shoebox Max went down I was in a deep depression.

Wayne52 · « **Reply #8 on:** August 03, 2017, 09:08:42 AM »

That is a really nice compressor, seems like I was reading that the high pressure cylinder in that is the ringless one.

avator · « **Reply #9 on:** August 03, 2017, 09:56:49 AM »

Not ringless..... o-ringless.... it has REAL rings.

Xraycer · « **Reply #10 on:** August 03, 2017, 10:22:04 AM »

Quote from: avator on August 03, 2017, 08:18:19 AM

I found it very important to take the time to snap at least one picture this morning. I would not have this compressor if it weren't for the GTA and all involved, including you. I won the July monthly raffle for the EdGun Matador and found I couldn't use the BullPup in my current physical condition. So I turned it into this compressor, something I can use. I found it fitting to apply this label to remind me how grateful I am everytime I turn it on.
I'll get better pictures as the thread moves along but, you get the idea.
Thanks again GTA !!

Looks like my portable generator

After I pay off my ATN XSight II, I'm planning on picking up an Air Venturi comp......unless this thread sways me

avator · « **Reply #11 on:** August 03, 2017, 10:26:17 AM »

It just might...

avator · « **Reply #12 on:** August 03, 2017, 10:31:49 AM »

You will definitely get some raw info on this one... I have never owned an HPA compressor of any type before.

Wayne52 · « **Reply #13 on:** August 03, 2017, 12:18:35 PM »

You're right Bill it's the Airmax MKIV that has the ringless high side.

avator · « **Reply #14 on:** August 03, 2017, 12:29:23 PM »

It is also "breathable" air.

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #15 on:** August 03, 2017, 12:43:32 PM »

Quote from: avator on August 03, 2017, 12:29:23 PM

It is also "breathable" air.

So, it doubles as a respirator!

avator · « **Reply #16 on:** August 03, 2017, 12:47:44 PM »

Yep, human inflatables.

steveoh · « **Reply #17 on:** August 03, 2017, 01:20:39 PM »

Sitting on the edge of my seat to see how reliable these compressors turn out to be. And... if Mrodair stands behind them this time. One has to wonder how many MK1 compressors were sold and how many are still working, and how many folks got refunds. Do tell.

Hyde7278 · « **Reply #18 on:** August 03, 2017, 01:23:04 PM »

one of these might work out better then a power strip

Tripp Lite Standard Power Extension Cord Y Splitter Cable 10A, 18AWG

it wont let me post a link to amazon but do a serch they make them in alot of diffrent wire gauges

Xraycer · « **Reply #19 on:** August 03, 2017, 01:47:50 PM »

Quote from: PaulT58 on August 03, 2017, 12:43:32 PM

Quote from: avator on August 03, 2017, 12:29:23 PM
It is also "breathable" air.

So, it doubles as a respirator!

I think MRodAir has the optional CPAP kit

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AirMax Extreme MKII 4500 psi compressor

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