York 210 oba

Owen19

Owen19

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So after many weeks on researching OBA systems I've decided to put a york on my 10' JKUR. But rather than buying a complete kit, I've decided to piece out my own kit and save a few $$$. Here is a partial write up on the process. I followed Wandering Trail's guide, I can post the link if it's allowed.

Got the bracket set from ORO 20170214_145325.jpg

Reconditioned York w/6 gv pulley from a ebay seller for $175, the compressor was retroed with a dipstick and fill tube. And then I used a hydraulic hose for my output.
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3 gallon tank, 175 pop off valve, 3/8 air brake hose, 2 compression fittings, 125/150psi pressure switch from ebay for $45 (forgot to take pics on the unboxing)


After acquiring most of the parts, I started on the install. I basically followed Wandering Trail's instructions and the process went smoothly. Here are some pictures.
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I even found the perfect stool when working on the engine bay. [emoji16]
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This is where things got interesting. Loosening the ac compressor to install washers, you'll need patience because its kinda cramped in there.
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Decided to install the air tank on the rear rollbar. I used 2 1/2 u bolts.
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Here is my manifold set up. 2 3/8 in/out on the sides then 4 1/4 npt up top. Coalescing filter I used is a Norgren excelon unit with a metal bowl and auto drain. I also installed a industrial quick connect.20170218_132112.jpg

Took me around 5 hours up to this point. Hope to get done more tomorrow. All I need to do is run 3/8 line to the back and finish up the wiring for the pressure switch and in cab switch.
 
Looks great. There really is no better OBA system. I had one on my old TJ, and someday will get around to setting up a kit on my 08. Just be sure to check oil regularly.


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What makes this system so good? I've never actually heard of it. What are the typical air up times? Seems like a lot of work to set it up.
 
WJCO said:
What makes this system so good? I've never actually heard of it. What are the typical air up times? Seems like a lot of work to set it up.
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It's definitely a lot of work and a commitment. It builds unlimited air and fast. And because it is belt driven it is very quiet. I used it with a 7 gallon tank and a 1" air gun to brake loose lug nuts on big trucks. 20 lug nuts per wheel set and I could do it with very little down time. They can build very high pressures as well, I ran adjustable switch typically at 225 psi (compressor would do more but never felt comfortable), but you need to have a very good regulator after tank to run high pressures.


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WJCO said:
What makes this system so good? I've never actually heard of it. What are the typical air up times? Seems like a lot of work to set it up.
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Back in the day, Yorks were all the rage. A good setup for sure especially if you can find a home for a tank but a lot has changed since then and not as many people feel the need for one including me.

Nice job on the install OP. :thumb:
 
WJCO said:
What makes this system so good? I've never actually heard of it. What are the typical air up times? Seems like a lot of work to set it up.
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More cfm's compared to electric oba's. I did a mock up yesterday, filled up my 3 gallon tank to 150 psi in a minute and change while on idle.
 
wayoflife said:
Back in the day, Yorks were all the rage. A good setup for sure especially if you can find a home for a tank but a lot has changed since then and not as many people feel the need for one including me.

Nice job on the install OP. :thumb:
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Thank you. That was the most difficult part of the install, finding a spot for the tank. The location where the tank is right now just took up unused space, not the prettiest but it would work for now.

I'm also installing a set of train horns that's why I went with the york. Now driving around in LA would be a blast [emoji28] 20170220_084622.jpg
 
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madstiles said:
This is great thanks for the info. What was your all in cost if you don't mind?

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A little over a grand including the Hornblasters shocker xl ($299). I could've saved $100 by going for a junkyard york, but I just went for a reconditioned unit for the peace of mind it brings.

I weighed the cost difference between the dual viair 444 vs the york. And to be honest, the extra 300 was worth it. Seeing that 3 gal tank fill up in less than a minute was awesome. Not to mention the noise difference between the york and the viairs.

Not being bias or anything as i had dual 444 on my 4runner a couple years ago.
 
QuicksilverJK said:
Install a high idle control and you can drastically improve the fill time. But normally it runs as you drive so you won't even notice.


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I will be using my flashpaq to increase idle when airing up. I'll try to post a video tomorrow to compare fill up times between idle and at 2k rpms. According to my research, it should be close to 12 cfms at 2k rpms.
 
Owen19 said:
I'm also installing a set of train horns that's why I went with the york.
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I fantasize about having a set of these several times a day - especially when you get behind those self-absorbed assholes on their smart phones swerving their way to work in the passing lane... :daydream:
 
Ddays said:
I fantasize about having a set of these several times a day - especially when you get behind those self-absorbed assholes on their smart phones swerving their way to work in the passing lane... :daydream:
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That's one of my main reason to always own a set of train/air horns. Specially for me that travels almost 700 mi a week. If you're not willing to put down the $300 for a decent set for now, I've had good success with 2 sets of the $20 dual air horn that ebay sells. Just remove the 1/8 solenoid it came with and buy a 1/2 solenoid and tee to 1/8 compression fittings to the horns. It gets pretty loud too.
 
So a little update. I can't find a good place to install the train horns. So I decided to cut up my exhaust and do a mid dump. Booger welded it in, but no leaks 😂 20170225_100008.jpg20170225_095959.jpg Pardon my rusted out turbo muffler.
I just used some round bar stock tp make a bracket for the hanger.
 
Positioned all 4 horns where the old muffler was. 20170225_090950.jpg20170225_091738.jpg20170225_101951.jpg 20170225_102006.jpg All horns are flush with the bumper but I'll definitely build a skid for it in the future. I then used the storage cubby for all the airlines and solenoid. 20170225_111811.jpg Tomorrow I'll try to finish up all the wiring and switches.
 
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Have you noticed and loss in power running this set up. That's the biggest reservation I've heard of four our rigs. Weak engines and running another accessory off of it.


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