Tesla Air Compressor and Tire Repair Kit

[Chris Pierce]

I discovered my Tesla air compressor and tire repair kit from my Model Y won’t work on the Cybertruck, because there’s no “cigarette lighter” outlet on the Cybertruck. Can anyone explain why I should spend $550 for the Tesla equivalent Cybertruck product?

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[gooshjkc]

Honestly you don’t have to. Any battery operated air compressor should work just fine and I can attest to this. However, I jumped on getting one just because it’s was made specifically made for the CyberTruck.

 

[CT Owner Vito]

I discovered my Tesla air compressor and tire repair kit from my Model Y won’t work on the Cybertruck, because there’s no “cigarette lighter” outlet on the Cybertruck. Can anyone explain why I should spend $550 for the Tesla equivalent Cybertruck product?

Also, just “any” compressor might not be able to get the tires pumped up to the 50 PSI required. At least, not if you are in a hurry. And, if you need to fill two tires, well, pack a lunch!

 

[CT_AZ_4x4]

I discovered my Tesla air compressor and tire repair kit from my Model Y won’t work on the Cybertruck, because there’s no “cigarette lighter” outlet on the Cybertruck. Can anyone explain why I should spend $550 for the Tesla equivalent Cybertruck product?

I’ve got a plug-in ac-powered air compressor with a 3/4 gallon air tank that sits in either the frunk or the smuggler’s bay that I ordered while waiting for the Tesla-specific Cybertruck compressor. My 3/4 gallon air tank takes a long time with multiple soliloquies to achieve 50 psi. This past weekend I used the Tesla version and damn it is a world better than the Tesla version for for 3 and the Y and I’d say even better than my compressor with the built-in air tank.

The cybertruck version is solid, runs quick and almost quiet (compared to the pancake compressor that I have in my garage that can be heard a block away). Before using it I was thinking of reselling it, but after using it I am keeping that sucker. It has a small physical footprint and a nice carrying case. But it works hard and quick. It’s nice!

 

[Chris Pierce]

I’ve got a plug-in ac-powered air compressor with a 3/4 gallon air tank that sits in either the frunk or the smuggler’s bay that I ordered while waiting for the Tesla-specific Cybertruck compressor. My 3/4 gallon air tank takes a long time with multiple soliloquies to achieve 50 psi. This past weekend I used the Tesla version and damn it is a world better than the Tesla version for for 3 and the Y and I’d say even better than my compressor with the built-in air tank.

The cybertruck version is solid, runs quick and almost quiet (compared to the pancake compressor that I have in my garage that can be heard a block away). Before using it I was thinking of reselling it, but after using it I am keeping that sucker. It has a small physical footprint and a nice carrying case. But it works hard and quick. It’s nice!

That’s great feedback. Thanks!

 

[AlmostHuman]

That’s great feedback. Thanks!

I echo CT_AZ_4x4 about the physical footprint. It stays in the smuggler‘s bay with other tools. Note though that tire repair sealant doesn’t fit in the case. I keep it in the under seat storage.

 

[carsly]

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[SeattleTom]

You can also buy a cigarette lighter to electrical socket adapter on amazon, which would enable you to use the Model Y tire inflater!

 

[koolio]

I’ve got a plug-in ac-powered air compressor with a 3/4 gallon air tank that sits in either the frunk or the smuggler’s bay that I ordered while waiting for the Tesla-specific Cybertruck compressor. My 3/4 gallon air tank takes a long time with multiple soliloquies to achieve 50 psi. This past weekend I used the Tesla version and damn it is a world better than the Tesla version for for 3 and the Y and I’d say even better than my compressor with the built-in air tank.

The cybertruck version is solid, runs quick and almost quiet (compared to the pancake compressor that I have in my garage that can be heard a block away). Before using it I was thinking of reselling it, but after using it I am keeping that sucker. It has a small physical footprint and a nice carrying case. But it works hard and quick. It’s nice!

Hmm, your review makes me actually consider it. Great to hear it’s a good device.

 

[Musicurry]

Also, the Tesla Cybertruck pump will air-down to the pressure you set it to.

 

[CT_AZ_4x4]

Also, the Tesla Cybertruck pump will air-down to the pressure you set it to.

Which I used last night and it was sweet. Nice feature!

 

[Konshu]

Honestly its a wasteful spend. You can get a really useful one I use when off-roading. It covers easily all 4 tires on the CT on a charge and is easy to recharge from the truck itself. https://

LASFIT TK1 Tire Inflator Portable Air Compressor [Fit Pickup Truck & Large Tires] Air Pump for Car Tires w/Digital Pressure Gauge, Auto Stop, 150PSI...

 

[Gritted Cybe]

Also, the Tesla Cybertruck pump will air-down to the pressure you set it to.

This is actually pretty damn impressive..

 

[koolio]

This is actually pretty damn impressive..

Yeah, it’s SUPER expensive.

I recently bought a battery operated one from Costco (Fantik brand) and used it just to increase tire pressure for the winter. It did all four tires fine but battery wouldn’t last if I had to inflate more than one tire from zero.

 

[Chris Pierce]

So, after reading all the feedback, and doing tiring research and learning just how expensive inflators are for tires Cybertruck sized, $500 for an excellent inflator and repair kit isn’t so unreasonable after all. Sure, I could go with much cheaper alternatives, but if I needed to do an emergency repair and inflate a tire from flat, not much else would work. For most of us, inflators $100 and less would work for 90% of the time. Being prepared for the other 10% might require a more substantial investment.

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