12 volt air horn compressor really loud
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Topic: 12 volt air horn compressor really loud
Posted By: joebiwan29
Subject: 12 volt air horn compressor really loud
Date Posted: July 25, 2015 at 2:32 PM
Hi all
I've just finished up installing some new air horns in my car, they're standard air horns with a small compressor powered through a relay.
The air horns work fine ... But the compressor is really loud and vibrates to the point you can feel it when sat in the car.
I've watched lots of install videos on YouTube, and no one seems to have the same problem.
Is a very loud and vibrating compressor normal?
I've tried oiling the compressor but this has had no effect.
Does anyone have any Info or ideas?
Thank for your help
-Joe
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Posted By: howie ll
Date Posted: July 26, 2015 at 2:49 AM
Either faulty (bearings) or you need to mount to a solid place.
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Amateurs assume, don't test and have problems; pros test first. I am not a free install service.
Read the installation manual, do a search here or online for your vehicle wiring before posting.
Posted By: i am an idiot
Date Posted: July 26, 2015 at 9:52 AM
I am voting for mount it to a more solid location. If it is mounted to anything that resonates when you tap it, it will be noisy.
Posted By: howie ll
Date Posted: July 26, 2015 at 10:22 AM
I usually make up my own brackets, mount to a bolt through the inner wing (fender) and point the horns down behind the headlight depending on vehicle.
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Amateurs assume, don't test and have problems; pros test first. I am not a free install service.
Read the installation manual, do a search here or online for your vehicle wiring before posting.
Posted By: hilux5084
Date Posted: August 30, 2015 at 5:09 PM
I have always rubber mounted to inhibit vibrations to the panel
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