Gen2s Missing Onboard Air Compressors

[ozziegt]

Here's another whacky viable solution if we were talking about ICE motorcycles. https://prismmotorcycles.com/products/jiffy-pump

But we aren't talking about ICE motorcycles.

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[R1Tom]

We have the Dewalt equivalent. I don't understand why people get so excited about built-in air compressors. The battery-powered inflators are compact, cheap, work well and don't require dealing with a long hose.

I have 2 of the Dewalt equivalent...nice to have multiple tires re-inflating at same time.

 

[Dark-Fx]

But we aren't talking about ICE motorcycles.

Alright, you win I guess.

 

[TheRiviAnswer]

You can still use a 12 volt air compressor in any of the accessory ports. Or use a battery powered one.

 

[Mjsull]

The newest version of the Rivian Tire Service Guide talks about the Air Compressor Service Kit and describes it in detail.

 

[Treebeard]

So now that Rivian stopped including onboard air as a standard feature, what are you new-to-be Gen2 owners going to do in the event you are on a road trip and get a puncture or a slow leak, and there is no gas station with air available? Last time I drove home from Las Vegas my buddy got a nail in his tire, we pulled it out, plugged it, and pumped it back up using a simple 12V air compressor, all while on the side of the road; 30 minutes later we were back on the road and the fix got us home where he was able to get a new tire at his convenience. This saved us a tow truck and probably a half-day delay.

I have a good 12V compressor but it requires connection to a traditional large car battery with enough amps to get the job done. Looking at the Rivian shop hardly any of the R1S vehicles come with onboard air now, definitely not for the config that I'm looking for. So this begs the question, what other solutions are out there?

Milwaukee makes a bad ass 12v battery air compressor. I use one in my van that has air bags. It is worth the cost.

 

[jambaman84]

So now that Rivian stopped including onboard air as a standard feature, what are you new-to-be Gen2 owners going to do in the event you are on a road trip and get a puncture or a slow leak, and there is no gas station with air available? Last time I drove home from Las Vegas my buddy got a nail in his tire, we pulled it out, plugged it, and pumped it back up using a simple 12V air compressor, all while on the side of the road; 30 minutes later we were back on the road and the fix got us home where he was able to get a new tire at his convenience. This saved us a tow truck and probably a half-day delay.

I have a good 12V compressor but it requires connection to a traditional large car battery with enough amps to get the job done. Looking at the Rivian shop hardly any of the R1S vehicles come with onboard air now, definitely not for the config that I'm looking for. So this begs the question, what other solutions are out there?

You still have the option to buy the compressor. It's a $350 add on.

 

[Megaman0025]

Costco sells one that I have used, it works really well and is pretty quick actually: https://www.costco.com/fanttik-s100-apex-powerful-portable-air-pump-%26-tire-inflator-with-power-bank,-black.product.4000230430.html

This is the one I have too and it’s incredible for only $40

 

[Nine_One_Six_R1S]

I don't find the onboard compressor better than the decent portable ones. Seems to fill up tires at about the same rate. That Ryobi one linked earlier is what I have.

I always carry my Ryobi to top off since my on-board has a tendency to overshoot. I just now use the onboard to fill up to 45psi after offroad then top off with the Ryobi. I have tested the Ryobi to go from 30 to 48 psi and I can do ~ 2 tires with the onboard. SO the onboard is ~ 2x faster than the Ryobi when going 30psi to 48psi.

Once it dies I'll probably upgrade to the Milwaukee M12

You still have the option to buy the compressor. It's a $350 add on.

How does the price compare to what is available aftermarket from ARB? Anyone which ARB is comparable to our built in?

 

[Zoidz]

I bought 3 of these Lowe's Kobalt 12 volt inflators years, gave 1 to each of my daughters plus one for my Avalanche. Oh snap, it needs a 12 Volt outlet !!!

 

[usulio]

Onboard air takes me 4-5 minutes per tire to air up from 30psi to 50. Looks like the $40 Costco one would be much too slow if you need to air up all four tires. Same for all except the quite expensive portable compressors, it looks like. Not a bad option for fixing a flat in an emergency though.

 

[tpberding]

So now that Rivian stopped including onboard air as a standard feature, what are you new-to-be Gen2 owners going to do in the event you are on a road trip and get a puncture or a slow leak, and there is no gas station with air available? Last time I drove home from Las Vegas my buddy got a nail in his tire, we pulled it out, plugged it, and pumped it back up using a simple 12V air compressor, all while on the side of the road; 30 minutes later we were back on the road and the fix got us home where he was able to get a new tire at his convenience. This saved us a tow truck and probably a half-day delay.

I have a good 12V compressor but it requires connection to a traditional large car battery with enough amps to get the job done. Looking at the Rivian shop hardly any of the R1S vehicles come with onboard air now, definitely not for the config that I'm looking for. So this begs the question, what other solutions are out there?

I have used the onboard compressor in my R1T four times. Once to get the tires back up to proper inflation, and three times to pump up my grandson’s footballs and a new basketball. That might sound silly, but it was really cool to be able to do that for him and he became very impressed with the R1T. He’s 10 now. But maybe he’ll maintain his enthusiasm for EVs.

This and all of the other replies, convince me that my R1S Quad, bought at the original announced price, and even waiting two years for it, was the best auto purchase decision I've ever made. It has all the bells and whistles except anything new on

 

[tpberding]

This and all of the other replies, convince me that my R1S Quad, bought at the original announced price, and even waiting two years for it, was the best auto purchase decision I've ever made. It has everything available then, including the compressor and camp speaker, and will get some OTA upgrades going forward. Couldn't be happier with a vehicle.

 

[HaveBlue]

"inflators" are fine for the occasional top up but won't have the duty cycle of on board air. Ive burned up many cheap compressors. Just drive to altitude on a hot day go 4wheeling and then air up a few sets of 33-35" tires for you and your buddies. See how long that inflator survives. Even long duty cycle ones have a temp switch and kick off.

It's apparent many here don't spend time off road and yes there are patches to repair torn sidewalls and keep going.

 

[Mark_AZR1T]

Costco sells one that I have used, it works really well and is pretty quick actually: https://www.costco.com/fanttik-s100-apex-powerful-portable-air-pump-%26-tire-inflator-with-power-bank,-black.product.4000230430.html

This is the one we use for other vehicles. It is incredible, but doesn't have the cfm to fill up four (4) tires. Perfect for a roadside repair though.

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