Does the engine need to be running for this to work? Car exhaust is suffocating. Would prefer not to run engine.
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I don't know for sure, however, I suspect not unless you are running the compressor for 2 or 3 10 minute intervals. I don't know how quickly it will drain the battery.
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Anytime you use your car battery to run a tool like this, you should have your engine running - even if it's plugged into your cigarette lighter. If you don't, it could run your battery down to nothing. Of course, a lot of that depends on how old your battery is, how long it's spent in extreme heat or cold, how well it's been maintained, etc. Quick, exactly how old is your battery? Yeah, I don't know how old mine is either. If you have a brand new battery, you'll probably get away with it, but then it will also be hard on your alternator as it recharges your battery later. Best bet is, leave your engine running and make sure your exhaust is well ventilated. Anytime you use your car battery to run a tool like this, you should have your engine running - even if it's plugged into your cigarette lighter. If you don't, it could run your battery down to nothing. Of course, a lot of that depends on how old your battery is, how long it's spent in extreme heat or cold, how well it's been maintained, etc. Quick, exactly how old is your battery? Yeah, I don't know how old mine is either. If you have a brand new battery, you'll probably get away with it, but then it will also be hard on your alternator as it recharges your battery later. Best bet is,... » Read More Anytime you use your car battery to run a tool like this, you should have your engine running - even if it's plugged into your cigarette lighter. If you don't, it could run your battery down to nothing. Of course, a lot of that depends on how old your battery is, how long it's spent in extreme heat or cold, how well it's been maintained, etc. Quick, exactly how old is your battery? Yeah, I don't know how old mine is either. If you have a brand new battery, you'll probably get away with it, but then it will also be hard on your alternator as it recharges your battery later. Best bet is, leave your engine running and make sure your exhaust is well ventilated. « Show Less
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The instruction manual actually states to NOT have your engine running...which surprised me. However, I run my compressor for 10 minutes at a time to fill an 8-gallon portable air tank and it's never run down my Tundra battery.
1512255
No, it operates from the car's battery. It inflates a small car tire in about 2 minutes. It connects to the battery with alligator clamps.
649139
You need an exhaust fan or run it outside. I tried running it inside and set off all the smoke alarms lol. Now I put it outside.
1874245
I would recommend you getting a tune. The factory tunes run lean as it is so I would seriously advise you to install a tune to compensate for added air flow
1722718
Yolanda, an exhaust hose is not needed. Plug it in. put some ice in the top and turn it on. It works well in small spaces. Uses far less electricity than an a/c unit. Hope this helps.
2067107
It will drain a battery,that is why the engine has to be running.That is what I understand.
884625
This engine worked great when I installed it, but when I tried to use it after sitting for a few months, it'd start and run for 5 or so seconds and kill. Gas has aStabilizer in it but I haven't been able to figure out the problem as of yet.
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Cold air comes out of the exhaust, so, yes, you have to exhaust it outside. You want to pull the inside air as the feed though, so block off the air intake hose.
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It's not necessary, but you will lose a little bit of power down low. If you're throwing a CEL, you need to run a defouler for the o2 sensor. I would recommend a tune (eventually), but you should still be ok.
1831047
Looking at where the muffler is located, I would guess you may be left handed and keeping the engine to the left of your body would put the exhaust much closer to your body. If this is the case try switching the engine head to the right side of your body which would throw the hot exhaust gases away from you.
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I can't say authoritatively that it won't but on a simple physics issue...once the gas has no where to go, the car will shut off. You can't plug an exhaust pipe and expect the car to run. So pumping the exhaust into a hole shouldn't damage the car (but I'm not a mechanic).
1907170
I think it does not work, because air motor air consumption is very high . Shortly it run and stop.
1599520
No it does not need to be running. Simply connect the can to the inlet and spray. The water should come out of the outlet. That is all.
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It is recommended that you re-jet. I would not recommend this exhaust because it is too loud. It will boost your power and bust your eyedrums. Tech assistance is non-existent. Pay a little more for something better.
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The quick answer is I don't know. However, I would note there is apparently a small tray at the bottom (others have mentioned this). The basic problem I see with not installing the exhaust is where is the hot air supposed to go? You can, I have, have the pipe go out a homemade baffle. I did this since the one that came did not work in my window. Hope that helps.
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I think you're asking "will the motor get ample air flow..." - I highly doubt it. This is a weather cover, not a cover intended for use while running.
1776513
no, if fumes are entering your car, you have a problem in the exhaust system.
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well it looks like they answered your question. my opinion is i would think if built a large enough enclosureand then made a exhaust large enough that was mounted to the enclosure so that it wasn't connected to the generator with no bends just straight and over sized. it would work but that is just me.