Performance Tool Portable Tire Inflator w/ LED Light - 100 psi - 12 V

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• Does The Performance Tool Portable Tire Inflator Come With Carrying Case
  Sean, the # PT85NJ doesn’t come with a carrying case. Everything including the cord, hose, and adapters are stored within the body of the inflator itself, so it’s self-contained and easy to stash in a trunk or cargo bin. If you want something more organized, some folks keep it inside a small tool bag along with a tire repair kit. Would you to instead look at a complete kit for roadside assistance that includes a carrying bag?
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• Can I Keep Tire Inflator Plugged Into SUV 12v Outlet At All Times?
  Roger, you’ll want to plug the # PT85NJ in only when you’re using it. Leaving it connected won’t damage anything, but it can slowly drain your battery over time. It’s small and self-contained, so it’s easy to just stash in a side pocket of your cargo area until you need it. Do you also want a suggestion for a compact tire repair kit to keep right next to it? We have those too!
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• How Heavy Is The Portable Tire Inflator With LED Light PT85NJ? Light Enough For Teenager To Handle?
  Grace, the # PT85NJ weighs right at 2 pounds, so it’s light enough for just about anyone to handle. It’s also compact about 9" by 7", so it won’t take up much space in her trunk. The built-in LED light helps if she ever has to use it after dark. Would you like me to compare this with the smaller # PT75NJ so you can decide which would be easier for her to use?
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• Does The Performance Tool Portable Tire Inflator PT85NJ Shut Off When It Hits Set PSI?
  Kelly, no, the # PT85NJ does not have an auto shut-off feature. You’ll watch the built-in analog gauge while inflating and turn it off at the desired pressure. If you want something with a digital readout and more precise control, the # PT35VR is a nice complement since it can bleed air down to exact PSI levels (accurate to within 0.5 psi). Do you want me to show you how some folks pair those two together?
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• Portable Tire Inflator Compressor For 80psi Camper Tires
  Lisa, you’ll want the # PT75NJ. The # PT85NJ tops out at 100 psi, so it could work in theory, but you’re right on the edge. The # PT75NJ gives you up to 150 psi capacity, which is much better suited for camper or trailer tires in the 65–80 psi range. The LED light on the # PT85NJ is nice, but in your case the higher pressure rating of the # PT75NJ is the safer pick. It not only does it easier, but quicker and with less strain on the pump and your vehicle's battery. Do you need to use a...
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• Comparing Portable Tire Inflator Pumps PT85NJ With Light And PT75NJ
  Jason, here’s the breakdown: the # PT75NJ goes up to 150 psi and has a slightly longer air hose at 18 inches, while the # PT85NJ maxes out slightly lower, at 100 psi with a 15 inch hose. The big advantage of the # PT85NJ is that built-in LED for nighttime use. So if you need the higher-pressure range - say for truck or trailer tires - the # PT75NJ is the better fit. If you mainly use it on standard passenger vehicles and like the lighted work area, the # PT85NJ is going to do just fine. Which...
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• Car Tire Compressor And Gauge With Light And LCD Screen For Checking Tires In The Dark
  Sam, the LED on the # PT85NJ is surprisingly handy and bright since it's modern LED and not incandescent. It’s built right into the unit so it lights up the tire valve area while you work. That’s nice not only for visibility, but also to alert passing cars if you’re pulled over at night. If you regularly find yourself checking pressures before sunrise, I’d lean toward the # PT85NJ over the # PT75NJ, since that light makes the job less stressful. Do you actually need a compressor, or just...
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• How Does Digital Tire Inflator Work With Air Compressor?
  Carlos, the # PT35VR is different. Unlike the # PT75NJ and # PT85NJ - which are full 12V compressors that inflate tires on their own - the # PT35VR is a digital inflator gauge. You still need a compressor or air source, but it gives you a back-lit digital display, lets you bleed air down precisely, and even has a valve core removal tool built in. A lot of RV and truck owners use it alongside their bigger compressor for more accurate fills. It can work as a stand-alone tire gauge, or a filler...
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• Which Portable Tire Inflator Is Easier To Use And Keep In Wife's Car?
  Mark, if your wife values speed and simplicity, the # PT75NJ is probably the friendlier choice since the press-on chuck attaches quicker. The # PT85NJ, on the other hand, adds a built-in LED light for nighttime use, but the screw-on chuck takes an extra step. Both plug right into the 12V outlet and will handle standard car tires, so it really comes down to whether she’d use the light often enough to outweigh that extra step. Do you think she’d benefit more from quick hook-up, or would...
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• Can The Portable Inflator PT85NJ Be Used With Road Bike Presta Valve?
  Jeremy, yes, the # PT85NJ includes a Presta valve adapter along with sport needles and nozzles. Just screw the adapter onto the valve and you’ll be able to use it for bike tires, in addition to car tires, balls, and pool inflatables. Do you plan to mainly use it for bikes, or would this be a backup tool for your car as well?
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