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Yea, based on what I've seen and read, no real need to air down for worry of getting stuck, it seems more to make the ride better for the occupants of the vehicle and to deal with any potential rock damage along the way. I've got the stuff to deal with airing down but figured I'd see if anyone had any first-hand knowledge of what works to share.
I don't want to steal this thread, @GixxerJasen , but I think it's largely on topic: you mentioned you have the stuff to air down. I managed to get my boat put away for winter storage last weekend, in a building with an 8' high door opening when I need 8'3" to clear my windshield. Airing 4 trailer tires down was part of the solution, and took forever. If you have a kit you like that connects to 4 Schrader valves simultaneously and allows one point to air down/ up, I'd be curious for the recommendation. I haven't started my research yet and have until Spring to develop a solution.
 
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@m3olsen I don't have that particular solution, though I've seen some that folks have made using air lines and connectors that works pretty well. If I did it more often I'd probably do the same thing.

I did pick up this kit. Based on other kits I've seen with this compressor it seems like a pretty good deal, plus it's got Ford stickers on it and Ford blue air hose, so it gives my Expy a extra 5hp just being inside it. ;)


I tested it and it works well. I'll have to do one tire at a time but it is what it is, and it's not going to be often outside of family trips.
 

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I dont remember airing down...because I dont remember airing up!
But I can tell you, 2WD with Toyo A/T didnt have issues..(granted I was going down the Shaffer Trail.
The Potash I found to be a bit more challenging for someone with no real 4 wheeling.. I did cross a dry river bed that if there was any water or mud I would have been a bit more concerned...either way..I cant wait to go back, spend more time... and get lost!!
 

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Airing down is not needed but the vehicle will ride much better and you have less chance of shredding a tire as there is some give... I'd try about 25 psi without beadlocks. Too much lower and you risk popping a bead.
 

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I did pick up this kit. Based on other kits I've seen with this compressor it seems like a pretty good deal, plus it's got Ford stickers on it and Ford blue air hose, so it gives my Expy a extra 5hp just being inside it. ;)


I tested it and it works well. I'll have to do one tire at a time but it is what it is, and it's not going to be often outside of family trips.
Good find @GixxerJasen . I did some quick googling, and the Ford-branded version you found for $329 (currently) is ~$80-100 less than ARB-branded ones. LOL I ordered one!
 
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Good find @GixxerJasen . I did some quick googling, and the Ford-branded version you found for $329 (currently) is ~$80-100 less than ARB-branded ones. LOL I ordered one!
Yea, I was pretty surprised myself. They shipped pretty quickly, though I was worried at first because they didn't send the "Your order shipped" email notification until after it had already arrived.
 
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Last year.

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Today

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So, technically the right tires are off road, that counts right? :D

Took my family down UT-128 as the sun was setting and blew their minds. Can't wait to get out exploring.

We did get to fight some snow in Denver before heading over.
 
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Thanks everyone. After driving around Arches yesterday we got the opportunity to seek out dirt today. We hit Fisher Towers and for comparison purposes I didn't air down. Then we popped down to Onion Creek. While the family ate a picnic lunch I aired down to 25psi. Wish I hadn't left my deflators at home. That made a lot of difference in ride comfort for everyone, especially those in the very back. Speaking of which, it's great that a vehicle can transport 6 adults in comfort out here like the Expy can.

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This was exactly the type of thing I was looking for. Everyone was in awe with the scenery and commenting about how nice it was to be away from all the crowds and people. Not looking for hard stuff, just to get away from it all and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

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Dirty tires, woohoo!

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Did a little playing around.

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Potash road, Canyonlands and Dead Horse Point tomorrow.

The thing I'm happiest about, my wife has some medical issues, and I didn't think she'd enjoy the bouncy ride but she's already planning with me on more outings. Win!!!!

Two more.

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