Our favorite overland tool - How-To Set Staun Tire Deflators

We've been using these since 2014 and have been consistently impressed with the speed and accuracy of this simple tool set by Staun Tyre Deflators. Here's how to set them along with a few tips too!
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[@LifestyleOverland]

Get your own set here: lso.link/staun P.S. If you use tape or heat shrink to mark them... make sure you poke a hole for the deflation port! (Forgot to mention that)

[@fatmanoverlanding]

I'm a fan of the Stauns. They're a great knee saver.😁 Another hack for a quicker & more accurate way to change the preset of the Stauns to other pressures while in the field is to draw a thin line along one side of each deflators with a sharpe. Then using the line as a reference, each half turn of the adjustment collar is equivalent to 3psi (6psi full turn) up or down from your preset pressure for the Staun Standard version (6-30psi). So if you have the Stauns preset to 18psi, turning the adjustment collar half turn (either clockwise or counter-clockwise) will decrese or increase the preset to 15psi or 21psi, and so on. Staun Light Duty (0-10psi) = 2psi half turn; Staun Heavy Duty (15-55psi) = 4psi half turn.

[@ventureoutthere]

Great stuff! Just a note from a former forensic engineer who used too investigate tire failures on occasion. Don’t be tempted to run at highway speeds with the reduced pressure. Sidewall flex generates heat and that heat can lead to ply separation. It may be cumulative and lead to a catastrophic high speed failure at a later time. It is temping to want to stay aired down and deal with it later. If you are aired down, drive slow, even for a short a short distance. Cheers and thanks for the info!

[@H8D4]

Thanks for this information!

[@kx8960]

Excellent. This is EXACTLY why the Phord Exploders were having tire delaminations/failures/blowouts years ago, the OEM recommended pressure was set too low by the factory.

[@outdooraussie6355]

Been using the same set since about 2004 and they've always let me down (pun intended).... They are awesome. Don't go off-road without them. Solid, reliable and Aussie made. Great review and info. Cheers 🍻

[@stauntyredeflators135]

Aussie strong! Cheers

[@jfloydsea]

I’ve got a set of Stauns as well as a “crazy 4 tire deflation system”, and I only use the 4 tire system for airing up now. These are great.

[@thomassanio8745]

Good old fashioned analog, only thing a man can trust. Just got some and setting on a bike tire. “To err is human but to really f things up it takes a computer.” Nice video Kevin👍

[@brunnie]

I've been waiting for this as it is just what I needed to know. Saved it so I can take it out to the garage and set mine. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I made a 4 tire deflator/inflator but found it to be too cumbersome to use, so I cut it back to a 2 tire system and only use it for reinflation. It really speeds up the process, but then again.... time isn't that critical when you're out in nature. Until next time... Travel safe.

[@jackwalsh1468]

Kevin, I've revised my entry As to making a historical repair record of Silver. Please, read it. It's beneficial to your bottom line. Both Commission wise and KZbin monetization. Cheers, Mate.

[@kevinlowe7552]

I DON'T know about this method. it sure didn't work for me. it was always about 5-7 psi lower than it should be when i would go put them on. i think you need to open them up to when the pin pops out, then turn them back in at least a full, if not 1.5 turns.

[@DustyWall]

I'm not ashamed to say that I bought the Stauns because of you. And how you described their advantages are exactly the reasons I like them. I originally looked at getting a set of knock-offs at 1/3 the price, but in my research I found the big difference: the cheap ones taper off and slow down as the pressure comes down, whereas the Stauns stay fully open until they snap closed. Maybe the best non-essential hundred bucks I've spent on my rig.

[@stauntyredeflators135]

Yep, we gush air until the job is done! Cheers!

[@willguenther8255]

Complete newbie question. Currently have Firestone Transforce AT's tires on the truck, not sure if the side walls are designed to the extra flex and given that occurs when airing down. Is there a general rule of thumb?

[@heftymerv]

The final hack, by far the best. I have two sets for serious offroad and for general offroad, didn't ever think of heat shrink to tell between the two. Great effort..

[@OneDollarGentleman]

I’ve used my 4 Stauns since 2010 with no issues. I used my push bike tyres to preset mine. Much quicker than using my 4WD tyres haha 👍🏽

[@LifestyleOverland]

That's genius! 🙌

[@Malc664]

This video was perection Kevin. All the reasons you said why to air down are not covered by other channels. And the big one for me is protecting the environment. The unselfish reason which you did mention, so thankyou mate.

[@stauntyredeflators135]

Right! A light touch on what we drive over is good for everyone! Cheers!

[@cruzinthruspace]

Can I use my air inflator to air down?

[@SomeStrangemysterious]

My father always said, by it nice or buy it twice! And, buy once cry once. I have always tried to live by that credo whenever possible. I think that certainly applies here to this product.

[@jameshisself9324]

4runners are for sure closer to balanced, but my Tacoma is very underloaded in the rear unless I have a 800 lb load in the back. So opposite bias for me, I run 28 front 24 rear on pavement and 16/14 dirt. I heard you say 42 psi and I had to run it back, no doubt you need to take the edge off! If I run higher than 28/24 my tires wear excessively in the center. Properly sized rims and tires for off road will often do that, YMMV as they say.

[@exploringgodscountry]

I'd use a small drop of blue locktite. I should keep that in place so it doesn't come apart and is safer than torqueing on it.

[@BottleJackBuddy]

Love these

[@lilfear]

I am confused, at about the 4:00 minute mark you mention to use tools to lock them down because "as you are on the trail they will be bouncing around"...arn't you supposed to take them off after you deflate the tires? Since you are not removing the valve stem (unless clearing debris) removing them after deflation should not be an issue. Please correct me if im wrong or whatever. I have never used anything other than the tire gauge to deflate so im new to this tool.

[@robertkeck2905]

They work on differential pressure. I have set them at sea level and at 9000ft It will air down ~4 psi more. When set at 8-10, 4 psi is a lot.

[@sueneilson896]

Aussi here and have been using Stauns for 20+ yrs. These days I have 2 set at 30psi and 2 set at 20psi. This is a good base for dirt road and sand driving. Can only do 2 tyres at a time, and then use a gauge if lower pressures needed . A bit slower, but more versatile method to use the ever reliable Stauns.

[@DThomas1976]

What is the best air compressor, not going on board, just the best portable air compressor???

[@LifestyleOverland]

The best we've used is the portable dual kit from ARB... but it is pricey! We're testing another compressor from Sherpa but it's early in the process now. Many great reviews of the compressor from Napa as well (we can't even find one in stock).

[@DThomas1976]

@@LifestyleOverland cool, thanks from Billy the Kid country….

[@jmollo55]

Bought a set knowing what i wanted but not realizing what they were .... never got them set ...now in a bag in my room ... no more truck i am disabled now

[@richardellis69]

Awesome! Thanks bro

[@PetesJeepAdventures]

Great video ! A nice summary on how to set them up. Thanks.

[@ThatOneDudeNick]

I've been looking to get some of these. One day I'll treat myself. I use a popular deflater tool which pulls the stem, it's fine and fast but I prefer a set it and forget it solution.

[@LimitlessOverland]

Thanks for the awesome tips at the end of the video! Nice affordable tool that doesn't take up a lot of space!

[@WayneDenny44]

Enjoy the content, I drive many many hours per week and it keeps me entertained. I purchased a few items to show my support.

[@heathpierce9889]

Getting them set to the right psi is easier on a bicycle tire, and a drop of loctite will hold them in place too. Thanks for the video

[@joseexpeditocolaresfilho9908]

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[@BrianGlassEOD]

Great tips. Thanks for this simple but instructive video.

[@plainairbarnettsoutdoors]

Hello from Canada. I've just received my Staun order, haven't tried them yet. I've noticed I have 1 air deflation hole on my set of deflators, where as on google, I've noticed 2 deflation air holes. Are there different generations or updated Stauns? With 2 air deflation holes go faster? Any info would be appreciated. Keep up the excellent content ❤️

[@stauntyredeflators135]

Great question! The "SD" model, which is the standard edition deflates tires down to 6-30 PSI, same as you see in this video. It has a single vent hole on the bore. The "HD" model does have 2 vent holes and will airdown a tire to between 15-55 PSI. The HD version is typically used by heavy trucks that run high street pressures, say in the 80's. You might be thinking, if I typically air down to 18PSI, maybe I'll buy the HD and airdown twice as fast compared to the SD!?! Sorry, but here at the Staun North America office, we've bench tested this theory many times. Both the SD and HD perform similarly in that regard. So our advice is to buy the set with a range that is most centered around your normal usage, as this will give you the most flexibility over the years. Cheers!

[@sethferwerda628]

That was clear and concise mate thank you very much

[@NarleyAdventures]

👍👍👍👍👍, Heatshrink it is ! 😃

[@LifestyleOverland]

Just make sure you punch a hole for the deflator port! (Forgot to mention that)

[@NarleyAdventures]

@@LifestyleOverland 10-4, appreciate that.

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

I have been using Staun tire deflators for many years too. Agree about the use of valve stem caps. For our daily driver, whenever we bring it into the tire dealer for the free tire rotation, I always ask for one or two caps and the internal parts to the stem valve to keep in my jeep. I store them in a recycled plastic pill bottle. Nice tip about the heat shrink. Think I'll incorporate that and with a white sharpe, write the psi setting. Thanks for sharing.

[@project_poor_runner]

Neat piece of kit!

[@spartywarriors]

Awesome recommendation. Thank you. What tire gauge do you recommend? Didn't see it in description. Thanks again.

[@LifestyleOverland]

Oops, forgot to add that part: Joe's Racing Products: amzn.to/3Rd9Zko AstroAI Air-Up Tool: amzn.to/3P3V8a2 AstroAI Pressure Gauge: amzn.to/3nIWRpw

[@John-ke2jm]

I've yet to see anyone compare the Staun to other sets like the Boulder Tools. I've got the boulder tools and they are almost 1/3rd the price.

[@LifestyleOverland]

They just aren't as accurate. Everyone we've known who uses them enough eventually ditches them.

[@John-ke2jm]

@@LifestyleOverlandI've used them and tested them, I set them to 20psi and they drop them to 20psi every time. They are basically using the identical design. It's just a simple valve.

[@LifestyleOverland]

Hopefully you got a good set then! 👍

[@bfed2831]

Thanks for the content!

[@hoslogistics]

Excellent explanation.

[@VanillaGorilla502]

Neat piece of kit.

[@fernandoaaronacostamunoz2224]

Saludos un abrazo

[@W2IRT]

I own a set of $33 knock-offs from Boulder Tools (via Amazon). Figured I'd try them out, and if they were junk I'd return them and get the genuine article. Well, three years later they're still my go-to. Staun are obviously the gold standard, but the Boulder Tools kit for literally 1/3rd the price of Stauns were a great deal and my set has never needed recalibration despite countless off-road adventures. Regardless of which brand you buy, the concept of these deflators is top notch.

[@garyjuehrs3005]

This has to be done with each tire?

[@LifestyleOverland]

You can set them all using one tire. Then air down all 4 at the same time once set up.

[@paty7018]

🙋💕

[@hors.santiers]

Have a set of Staun 12-30 psi - it exists more set with different pressure ranges - and getting around the upper pressure limit I.e setting a 28psi on my set with max 30psi isn’t really easy but requires lots of patience. - to poke the hole 🕳 after taping or heat shrink tube was already mentioned

[@jackwalsh1468]

Kevin, analogous to this video. This would be quite important To the 5th Gen 4Runner community. Given that the 5th Gen is still in production. As of 2030 many gas engine vehicles are no longer going to be sold in the USA. California will phase out Gasoline engine vehicles in 2030. Would you consider doing a compendium video of all the varied repairs and parts replacement to Silver over the years. If you do this video. It will higher in the KZbin search algorithm. In turn, use affiliate links to the varied suppliers. To get a commission of assemblies/parts/items sold. This is a win/win for you. Commission for follow on sales. KZbin viewings and clicks Based upon prior videos. I've purchased replacement parts. In anticipation of their need. Some examples are the front wheel bearing hub assemblies from the fellow in Louisville, Ky. Except I went with the OEM set up. If I mention a particular vendor. KZbin tends to censor me. I've purchased many OEM parts for the engine. Starter, Alternator, external and idler bearings, belts, hoses, etc. To the tune of 7K USD over the last 6 months. Replace those parts now. Tack on another 2.5K USD. Given the logistical issues and inflation of parts prices. I purchased early and happy I did so. If I as one individual have taken the time to review your prior videos. Just to compile a catalog for a parts inventory. Then what about the thousands of 5th Gen 4Runner owners. Who could benefit from your compendium of information of parts and repairs??? Pass on your knowledge, please Keep up the great work on the videos, they are very much appreciated. Kind regards to Miss Sarah and Miss Caroline. Cheers, Mate.

[@darrengray2309]

Hi from Australia i use camp boss deflators which are similar to staun the difference is you can set the psi on the run which means you can set different pressures all day long

[@Dennis-zr3fb]

There is a new deflator on the market, it is designed by a bloke who owns and is one of 2 people have a show called All4adventure who go to some of the most inhospitable, remote places in Aus. The deflator they have put on the market is called Campboss Tyre Deflator, so much easier and quicker to use.

[@darrengray2309]

Yep his name is Jason and his mate is Simon probably my favourite off roading show. I use the campboss a bit more expensive than most but so much easier to air down