Air Venturi 4500 psi Compressor: UPDATE

This is my 2nd AV compressor and this video comes 1.5 yrs after I initially received it. This "update" video was supposed to come after the 1st 6 mnths of use. I decided to wait longer to give a better assesment of its long term durability. IT HAS SURVIVED, I think mostly in part due to the oil i'm using for lubricating the units internals, ROYAL PURPLE Syn.

[@bigjsoutdoorsairguns9007]

Thanks for the maintenance video. I am getting one next week and needed to know this stuff. Pretty fired up to not have to take my tank in for fills anymore!

[@dw8555]

Very informative, well organized, well thought out - thank you for going to the effort to make this video! I learned a lot!

[@bobjoatmon1993]

After having one of the cast iron cylinders completely crack off at the flange with my AV compressor at hour 2.5 (using Royal Purple oil and yes there was correct water and it was not overheating when it broke at 3 min run time that fill session) I bought one of the Mariner compressors from NSA. TOTALLY satisfied. But that's no reflection on you Tofazfou, been loving your videos for years!

[@Tofazfou]

For sure. While there are many AV (and other name brands) compressors out there, each one will have different experiences so I know its no reflection on me. This is just MY experiences. But congrats on your Mariner. Those are awesome. The ALKIN is in a whole nother ballpark over the AV compressor.....lol

[@vicpal57]

Thank you for such a GREAT and honest review. I’m in the market for my own compressor since I’m not near any dive/paintball shops and if I was I’d be tied to their business hours. Well done!

[@sf7708]

I just ordered one of the air compressors. This video is definitely going to help me get it set up, thanks!

[@ikonikhunter]

Great video Ced! Its good to see some things are worth every penny these days.

[@Phalanx443]

Excellent video, Sir! Very informative and an honest review, which is very refreshing to see!

[@jrlayneoliver]

nice video again...i was on the fence about getting one after having had to send back the Nomad II but am seriously considering this now. Appreciate your efforts and time bringing us the truth!!! stay safe

[@Tofazfou]

Your welcome. I do my best to report it as it happens and nothing more. By giving the good and bad, people can now make an informed decision with whats to be expected . Thanks for watching and stay safe

[@AlbeeSoaring]

Great review. I decided to go with a Traveler compressor for my means of charging my rifle to start with. I think Ill be looking at tanks next to add to the arsenal

[@WillRomansAirgunworld]

Great information brother...i definitely agree with you they have done something different since the last model..this is my third unit I've owned.. but this one different is a little different around the bell housing area... thank again 2F for sharing brother awesomen !⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Tofazfou]

WHATS UP WILL!!!! I didn't know you had an AV also. Let alone your 3rd. So, thats some good info you gave. Thanks for the knowledge and thoughts on what you see. Also, been enjoying your Iguana videos. Very cool stuff to be able to hunt them lil dragons. Thanks for watching😎

[@allanwind295]

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience including the number of tanks you fill on a (bi) weekly basis. I didn't find the endorse for Royal Purple convincing, so I am wondering if there more to it than what you said in the video? I.e. first compressor died using Pennzoil, and the second compressor is still running with Royal Purple.

[@8140100]

Thanks for the review, have been thinking about one and was wondering if your unit is still working. Thanks again, good information!

[@garypostell5268]

Sold outstanding just help me make my mind up THANK YOU!

[@rickhofsess84]

Nice job, thanks.

[@MAKE_PHOTOGRAPHS_ANYWHERE]

Thanks man. Great video !

[@randycombs112]

Thank you for the videos you have done on this unit. I have a question. I couldn't see clear enough on your Royal purple if it's same as I bought. Mine says Royal purple synthetic motor oil. SAE 5w-30 for gasoline engines. Is that right?

[@jtnm76]

Great video!

[@Tofazfou]

OH yeah! Well, great comment....lol! Thanks brotha

[@zsedcz]

Because vehicles used antifreeze instead of water can the same thing apply to the compressor, what you think?

[@davekendrick7231]

Hi, I know it’s not related to the compressor, but can I ask a question on tuning, I’ve got an air arms S410 running at 23 ft lbs. people say to lighten the hammer to give it a better lock time. I’ve put a stronger hammer spring and a lighter firing Valve spring. My question is if I run the standard hammer and it hits the firing valve surely I should get more air and keep it at the power I now have, will lightening the hammer increase the power or decrease the power, I’m not worried about shot count, I get about thirty shots per fill at the moment. Thanks I hope you can give me some advice. Dave

[@davidhagerman7165]

Waht would work better is the run it prior to draing to warm the oil which will allow it to drain better with risking damage.

[@rickoshea8138]

How about an exact oil designation, rather than just a brand? Thank you.

[@michaelstorm8578]

You do a nice job getting the facts on the items you review. Do you still recommend this compressor or are there better choices now? Thanks for sharing.

[@nealtressler1661]

I’ve kinda been wondering... this compressor is what I decided to purchase, and then my Airsmith’s went down... and yours, and Monkey Dad’s, and a couple others....I shied away from it, and , as you know, went with the Daystate. I’m really glad you’re having better luck with this unit now...

[@randycombs112]

Thanks for you time and info on this. I've been using my Yong hengs for year's now. 3 of them. I know them inside and out by now. Used for my tanks. Used hard. And all I ever put in them has been royal purple. Cost more than other's but we'll worth it. Yes I've had my issue's on them. The worst has been just the secondary piston seals getting worn out over time. Cheap fix though. Long story short, I just bought one of these. Was going to get the Daystate model from AOA. But bought this and another rifle from the savings.😊 So it's been awhile now since your update, curious how she's still doing for you? And take care buddy.

[@cobra03pcphunter8]

I just order this compressor from AGD, I order the oil too. Now watching this video I don’t know if I suppose to use it or not, or if I have to go to Napa auto parts and purchase the royal purple synthetic one.😩

[@holditonhanson1]

Cedric...This is good to hear that this one has lasted 1 1/2 years …Tom Kaye is out of bizz ..my shoebox has some 3000 hours of use ,but all the internals are about new right now ,but still interested in a faster way to fill ... I think the royal purple does definitely have something to do with long Gevity over using Pennzoil = junk ! LOL !{sorry}... I build 2 stroke race motors for pro class jet ski's up to 250 psi per cylinder I use Amsoil dominator synthetic race oil 32 to 1 ratio … if one were to use 1 of the " junk " brands of oil = oh boy motor did not last long at all... crank bearing's/thrust washers /piston sides -skirts/rings all of those parts take a real bad beating A VERY REAL EXPENSIVE BEATING ! LOL ! … if I use the Amsoil those motors last a real long time , the film strength creates , and almost no metal friction at all condition as long as there is no pre -detonation motor just keeps on truck-n... LOL !... Now I have no idea if they used better rods {maybe} on that newer compressor you have vs the old 1 you had that broke the rod in , and to be honest with you I have seen some of the china compressors like yong heng brake the rod ,and the persons were actually using royal purple oil , so they may have up graded the newer unit you have ... thanks for the update great video as always , and ya know I might just have to get one of those compressors …. OH 1 question = How is hunter one's compressor doing ? I know he bought 1... I think before you did ?

[@EODHammer]

Great vid man! Got mine yesterday and I have hella amounts of oil coming out of the bleed valve. It is slightly overfilled but not much and nothing is coming out of the breather. I didn't expect this. I'll keep messing with it but I don't think what I'm seeing is normal.

[@skinnymitchairgunbrotherho7152]

Also the oil you’re using is hydraulic if I’m not mistaken Royal purple also has a compressor oil am I correct on this

[@toxicmatrix1337]

Are you using the air venturi oil for the compressor now?

[@brocwavra8813]

What part of California are you at ? We are in imperial valley and it gets hot. Just ordered this unit And will have to run it out in the shed with no ac. I’m wondering if you run your outside ? If so does it get too hot ? The air gun depot people told me that the of filling a tank it can be put into a bucket of water to help with cooling. Not the compressor but the tank.

[@skinnymitchairgunbrotherho7152]

It’s hard to tell in the video what is the numbers on the oil it looks like 5W 30

[@ridinrocks]

Can you have it fill your tank in 1 go or do you have to fill your scba tanks in steps or stages

[@covarrubias736]

What oil are you using? Please tell me I've been watching all your videos on this compressor because I need a new one my Omega broke down!

[@starsairsofttv6359]

Hi I have a new compressor and when i bleed the air off it is a very thick creamy color substance that comes out from the bleed point this is obviously water and oil but seems excessive, do you get this from yours or am i looking at a possible fault any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks

[@s.t.a.r.s.airsoft6212]

@@Glockcoma1 they do expel white liquid normally but this is very watery, mine was very thick liquid and eventually went from cream colour to grey colour indicating metal wearing, this was returned and the replacement was fine just normal what I would say was cream coloured water.

[@russellfleet7636]

Just wondering how this compressor is doing. Still holding up? Thanks

[@Oregon-airguns]

Hey I’m in the market for a new compressor! I can’t afford an alkin. But I can could probably afford 2,000$ type of compressor. I shoot year around and fill 2 big scba tanks every week. I’ve been through 4 young hengs this year…. Anything you could recommend?

[@daronc1406]

Can you tell me what weight Royal Purple you use?

[@lakiraly]

Does anyone with the Air Venturi 4500 compressor have their digital thermometer stop working on the compressor and have to replace it? Mine stopped working. How do you remove it from the compressor?

[@madzimbo]

Going off on a tangent, which Mold do you use for your slugs and what alloy mix?

[@Tofazfou]

WHAT A LEFT FIELD PITCH you threw me just now.........LMAO! But lucky for you, i can switch speeds like no other. To answer your question more thoroughly, which caliber? I cast for a multitude of calibers. .300 cal, .308 cal, 7mm, .338, .375 cal, .257 cal, .457 cal, .452 cal etc. I use NOE, ACCURATE, ARSENAL, LBT, LEE and others. 1% Tin/Lead mix is my favorite alloy

[@madzimbo]

@@Tofazfou Thanks for the reply, it's the 338 Mold I was interested in

[@airgunspestingch.8426]

👋🏾 have a omega supercharger that broke on me. My fault I believe🤔 for not using it as often according to Todd who repairs omega compressors. Anyways after tearing it apart got it going again👍🏾 good video stay safe you and family brotha 👊🏾😎

[@Tofazfou]

ARHC, thanks for the input. I've heard nothing but GOOD concerning the Omega Compressors. They were an option when I 1st contemplated the AV. Thanks for watching and stay safe my friend

[@kevinalt1707]

Hey ced do you have any extra after market stocks for corsair you would want to sell??

[@bettymiles9203]

Nope. You ain't gonna buy nothing.

[@garypostell5268]

Is that Royal Purple 5w-30 ?

[@HajimotoProductions]

Based on the bumpy start with the first unit, it is great to see that the replacement is doing what it is supposed to be doing. I understand the difficulty that you expressed in trying to qualify whether the first unit failed because of a part internal part or if the lubrication was subpar. The thing that is the biggest take away from this update is other folks buying their first compressor can eliminate lubrication from the cause of failure should they run into a problem with their first purchase. Nice vid Ced

[@Tofazfou]

Thanks Haji. I appreciate ya man. Hell, I needed yo help on that 1st one. Being an engineer and me a mechanic. We could have fixed that sucka. But, you wouldn't answer my call maaaaaan! LOL, just jk of course. I appreciate it. Stay safe and keep doin what your doin

[@Alloutairguns]

Are you using something different now?

[@JIBREAL1967]

Royal purple....I hope to God they are sponsoring you. ...because you are selling the f@$k out of them! Great video. I was curious about that unit..because a G + is alot to drop on a Dud!

[@michaelleon8564]

Have you had any problems with the safety valve?

[@toxicmatrix1337]

I did. Blew the burst disc and blew out combusted oil from the release.

[@dtacmed]

Making me very nervous running at all with low oil. I just blow Into vent with a rag over the drain hole. Just me.

[@Snip59]

I bought the Nomad ll it was shit would not fill my PCP to full pressure at all informed the supplier could not help me in anyway the only thing he helped me with was getting a full refund.My friends had the same problem.Now I have the Hills EC-3000 and it works so well and fills to correct pressure unbelievable Venturi was no help at all.

[@sargentt6003]

SuperTech 0-20 or 5-20w RP is overkill

[@reedsilvesan2197]

Royal purple is very good oil, Red Line is far better

[@drywallman1986]

Wrong oil. Need compressor oil

[@mrdevil1692]

Air gun Trigger reason creating video

[@boppernostopper8598]

checkout amsoil!