But a basic 2 gal compressor meets about 80% of any of the needs you may have for compressed air around your vehicle.
I think Tesla/Elon went through a wild development phase from “oh this will be simple to build”, to “oh my gosh this is ridiculously expensive and we need to really simplify it.” I think once they are cranking and find the sweet spot in the market they will offer accessories. I have a feeling like they will be overpriced and many will get aftermarket accessories. I am not paying $500+ for a built in tire inflator. Or $5k for a ladder rack etc. With things like compressors, there are so many options out there I am not to worried about getting an overpriced one from Tesla.
As I previously pointed out, leveraging the value of the existing compessor will not add excessive risk to the compressor motor because the truck will be able to monitor usage and limit it, if necessary. And the air suspension is not as critical as you make it sound. The vehicle will not leave you stranded if the compressor wears out or breaks. You just won't be able to lift it to a higher ridde height or go into "kneel mode" to make loading/unloading easier, until it's fixed or replaced. You will still be able to drive it.
I don't base my analysis on your feelings because they demonstate a real lack of understanding about Tesla. Tesla has a history of pricing their vehicle accessories for less than most people would guess, not ripoff prices like most OEMs.
No need. My average driving speed is 11mph in Los Angeles. Would never get the blades up to speed.
Suspension is an extremely critical component of a vehicle and I seriously doubt a manufacturer will ever allow a public connection to that system for random personal use.
I must be on the road right behind you.
11 mph is well documented on my vehicles computer and my GPS units.. My wife's Honda is just as bad as my heavy plumbing vans. Except she gets 35 mpg and I get 5-12 mpg depending on what I'm driving. Diesel sprinter or Gas NV.
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I have a different Ryobi that does a great job with tires and also has a high-volume low-pressure side for air mattresses.
You must be quoting someone else. I didn't say that.
That's a good point. An air port could allow you to add air to the compressor system as well as take it out, allowing you to raise or lower a stranded truck.
The statement wasn't me, but it was for 12v input. The DeWalt one has an input for 12v so you can plug it into the vehicle power system instead of only using the DeWalt battery. Very handy this last road trip when I ran down the battery and forgot the charger.
