SLEE – ARB Compressor Mount now available [installed pics added]

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Been waiting for Slee to get this to market, as I wasn't so enamored with the CAtuned mounting location. Definitely a complex piece of bracket (shows how over-priced the relatively simple CAtuned bracket is $375 vs. $300), but I'd much rather have the compressor not buried so that it receives a bit more airflow near the top rather than buried underneath something (the ARB Twin in my 4Runner could get HOT!). Due for install in a couple of weeks. Link below, they also have a bundle with the compressor.

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SLEE - ARB Compressor Mount / Multi Mount - 24+ Land Cruiser LC250 / Tacoma 4th Gen - Slee Off Road

Fits ARB Compact, High Performance and Twin compressors. When using ARB twin compressor the ARB manifold kit and Pump Up Kit is recommended Bolt in application Supplied with new hardware Stainless Steel
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(from Slee website)
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Yesterday Slee installed the ARB Twin in my LC250 using their new bracket, very clean install, and I think much better than the CAtuned option, as this leaves the compressor fully accessible in case something needs attention. They tapped into power under the hood near the vehicle's jump terminals, and interestingly they said they have tested this power source up to 300 amps draw without popping any fuses or affecting any other systems; their impending full winch bumper will likely use this power source rather than having to run from the rear battery.

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b407driver said:
Yesterday Slee installed the ARB Twin in my LC250 using their new bracket, very clean install, and I think much better than the CAtuned option, as this leaves the compressor fully accessible in case something needs attention. They tapped into power under the hood near the vehicle's jump terminals, and interestingly they said they have tested this power source up to 300 amps draw without popping any fuses or affecting any other systems; their impending full winch bumper will likely use this power source rather than having to run from the rear battery.

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I could be wrong, but I think Dissent did some testing on that circuit and said it would not support a winch. A dual compressor draws ~50amps, which is a far cry from a winch at 350+.

I seem to remember that's why they went down the rabbit hole of running a separate power source from the rear. If that turns out to be incorrect, then I just wasted 5 hours of my life today running power... haha.

Regardless it would make me nervous running a winch off a circuit that could leave you stranded if it fried something...
 
cmpugh7 said:
I could be wrong, but I think Dissent did some testing on that circuit and said it would not support a winch. A dual compressor draws ~50amps, which is a far cry from a winch at 350+.

I seem to remember that's why they went down the rabbit hole of running a separate power source from the rear. If that turns out to be incorrect, then I just wasted 5 hours of my life today running power... haha.

Regardless it would make me nervous running a winch off a circuit that could leave you stranded if it fried something...
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Agreed!
It’s better to separate the powers sources for ACC lights/air compressor and winch (especially 12,000 lbs)
1/ All ACC lights with Auxbeam control panel and air compressor can hook up directly to the jump terminal in engine bay
2/ winch connected directly to the battery in the rear

Can you imagine that at night in the trail, all the ACC lights ON, then you need power to heavy duty 12k lbs winch at the same time…I am pretty sure, we will be in big trouble :)
I will spend more $$$ and 5hrs of my life for that security ;)
 
b407driver said:
Been waiting for Slee to get this to market, as I wasn't so enamored with the CAtuned mounting location. Definitely a complex piece of bracket (shows how over-priced the relatively simple CAtuned bracket is $375 vs. $300), but I'd much rather have the compressor not buried so that it receives a bit more airflow near the top rather than buried underneath something (the ARB Twin in my 4Runner could get HOT!). Due for install in a couple of weeks. Link below, they also have a bundle with the compressor.

sleeoffroad.com

SLEE - ARB Compressor Mount / Multi Mount - 24+ Land Cruiser LC250 / Tacoma 4th Gen - Slee Off Road

Fits ARB Compact, High Performance and Twin compressors. When using ARB twin compressor the ARB manifold kit and Pump Up Kit is recommended Bolt in application Supplied with new hardware Stainless Steel
sleeoffroad.com sleeoffroad.com

(from Slee website)
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Looks awesome. Quick question.. did they run a port to the back?
 
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cmpugh7 said:
I could be wrong, but I think Dissent did some testing on that circuit and said it would not support a winch. A dual compressor draws ~50amps, which is a far cry from a winch at 350+.

I seem to remember that's why they went down the rabbit hole of running a separate power source from the rear. If that turns out to be incorrect, then I just wasted 5 hours of my life today running power... haha.

Regardless it would make me nervous running a winch off a circuit that could leave you stranded if it fried something...
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Don't know about Dissent, but like I said, Slee said they tested it to 300 amps and it worked. Don't know if they added anything in-line to help. They've been doing this stuff for quite a long time, so I trust them as much as I'd trust any offroad shop.
 
b407driver said:
Don't know about Dissent, but like I said, Slee said they tested it to 300 amps and it worked. Don't know if they added anything in-line to help. They've been doing this stuff for quite a long time, so I trust them as much as I'd trust any offroad shop.
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Thanks for your information. (Different)
No offense. Just sharing thoughts together

Now, we can have 2 choices and we just go with what we confident most.
I am going with “directly connected to rear battery” like few did as we knew.
Here is another video that shows shop wired the winch to the rear battery also.


Happy New Year and LC to all
 
b407driver said:
Yesterday Slee installed the ARB Twin in my LC250 using their new bracket, very clean install, and I think much better than the CAtuned option, as this leaves the compressor fully accessible in case something needs attention. They tapped into power under the hood near the vehicle's jump terminals, and interestingly they said they have tested this power source up to 300 amps draw without popping any fuses or affecting any other systems; their impending full winch bumper will likely use this power source rather than having to run from the rear battery.

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b407driver said:
Yesterday Slee installed the ARB Twin in my LC250 using their new bracket, very clean install, and I think much better than the CAtuned option, as this leaves the compressor fully accessible in case something needs attention. They tapped into power under the hood near the vehicle's jump terminals, and interestingly they said they have tested this power source up to 300 amps draw without popping any fuses or affecting any other systems; their impending full winch bumper will likely use this power source rather than having to run from the rear battery.

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Looks great! So, it looks like the air compressor was placed right where the computer was located. Where was the computer relocated and how?
 
KDK said:
Looks great! So, it looks like the air compressor was placed right where the computer was located. Where was the computer relocated and how?
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The computer is in the bracket. Look at Slee's website.
 
KDK said:
Looks great! So, it looks like the air compressor was placed right where the computer was located. Where was the computer relocated and how?
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Underneath the compressor, in a different section of the bracket.
 
I was over at Slee yesterday and was able to get more info on the electrical load tests that they did. They tested mounted a bumper on the LC with a winch installed, and wired it as described previously. They did five static pulls of a car with the parking brake on, and basically pulled until the winch bogged down (it was on a hill). They saw loads as high as ~185 amps, and never saw any issues with the LC electrical system, etc. They installed a 300 amp fuse in-line. Just relaying info, not trying to sell anyone on anything.

Saw a prototype of their new front bumper (both going on Ed Martin vehicles, they also have a Meteor Shower that's been lifted, etc.), and it looks pretty clean. It's a full bumper (i.e. not just center section), and retains all sensors except the FCTA, which ended up disabled (not sure why). That should be a 'feature' for some of us luddites... lol
 
b407driver said:
Yesterday Slee installed the ARB Twin in my LC250 using their new bracket, very clean install, and I think much better than the CAtuned option, as this leaves the compressor fully accessible in case something needs attention. They tapped into power under the hood near the vehicle's jump terminals, and interestingly they said they have tested this power source up to 300 amps draw without popping any fuses or affecting any other systems; their impending full winch bumper will likely use this power source rather than having to run from the rear battery.

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That looks great! Where did you move the computer to? Did you add a switch on the dashboard?
 
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That looks great! Where did you move the computer to? Did you add a switch on the dashboard?
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Slee installed it. If you look at the pics of the bracket, there is a lower sort of 'slot', and it fits in there at an angle, but nearly flat. They added a switch in the lower left slot, below-left of steering wheel.
 
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t3lcfe said:
Thanks for your information. (Different)
No offense. Just sharing thoughts together

Now, we can have 2 choices and we just go with what we confident most.
I am going with “directly connected to rear battery” like few did as we knew.
Here is another video that shows shop wired the winch to the rear battery also.


Happy New Year and LC to all
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Maybe a diff breather kit next?
 
t3lcfe said:
Thanks for your information. (Different)
No offense. Just sharing thoughts together

Now, we can have 2 choices and we just go with what we confident most.
I am going with “directly connected to rear battery” like few did as we knew.
Here is another video that shows shop wired the winch to the rear battery also.


Happy New Year and LC to all
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Am I the only one that noticed and/or had a concern about the wiring directly ACROSS the engine in this video?

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Nice looking install.

Putting a 300a fuse inline makes good sense (for clarity the fusible link at the 12v battery is 350 amps) which means the 300a should blow before the 350a. Personally, should I ever add a winch, I plan on replacing my existing 60a circuit breaker with a 300 amp circuit breaker vs a fuse.

note: the unused stud beside the 350a link is rated at 200a.
 
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