VMAC’s air compressor system

December 8, 2015

VMAC Underhood Lite Air Compressor System VMAC’s Underhood Lite air compressor system now is available on the Ford Transit 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 Van and GMC Savana Vortec 4.8L V8, Vortec 6.0L V8 VVT and Vortec 5.3L V8 FFV Vans. The 85-pound system is designed to reduce fuel consumption and provide 30 cfm at 100 psi (maximum 150 psi) of power. The system is installed on the engine, which helps free up cargo space.

Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors, www.vmacair.com/uhl

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