Everyone that thinks these are made in the same factory is wrong, I'm am an Aussie and work part time at my local ARB outlet, ARB have manufacturing facilities in Australia and Thailand, don;t believe me, call them up and ask them, these are simply Chinese knockoffs, just because the copy is made in China does not automatically mean the original is, the copy is made in China because all copy's of any product are made in China, this is what China is, they steal others products, make the molds and copy them, even though they may look the same the thing that is missing is the engineering behind the product, the copy can look all pretty and identical but the internals are probably rubbish that will last 1/10 the original because it's just a copy with no thought into the engineering of components that are designed to get stressed without breaking, look at the manual, they just copied the original and liquid papered out the ARB logo, the compressor is the same they stole the design and just make one that looks the same with no long term longevity put into copying it, just got to make it look the same and perform somewhat like the original for a small amount of time, buy at your own risk I say, because you won't have a chance in hell of getting any Aliexpress seller to warrant the unit if it fails after the first week.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Ай бұрын
Thank you! I might have to do an update on this video. I have come to find out that in fact it is a complete knock off.
@paranormalwheelers
5 күн бұрын
Well maybe if arb didn’t charge so much, there would not be as much Chinese knock offs, but I’m sure all the parts to make it are Chinese made, therefore, it’s still Chinese made and way way overpriced, can tell you haw many of these realnarb ones have stopped working after a trail 😅
@orangeblurr75
2 жыл бұрын
I have the cheaper one and it came packaged just like arb and has ran flawlessly .
@truthdefenders-
Жыл бұрын
My concerns would be warranty, parts and life of the product.
@2theendofearth686
Жыл бұрын
How long have you had it? Thinking of getting one too
@chopperpl
7 ай бұрын
@@truthdefenders- I wouldn't be surprised, if ARB spare parts fit in the knock off.
@minusmartin
2 ай бұрын
@@chopperpl this is the case with the NAPA awning rip they have that copies the arb unit
@beadblaster9508
Жыл бұрын
ARB is a great company and stand behind their products. I had a problem with my rear arb leaf spring 2 years after installing them. They replaced both springs,free of charge,no questions asked. Great company
@max7143
2 жыл бұрын
No way in hell would I pay more than $150 for a knockoff. $450 is insane for a fake. I have a little ARB for my air locker that I have had for over 15 years and has been used on 3 different vehicle, it’s been submerged, pressure washed, and it still works perfect.
@fkn16v
Жыл бұрын
I think you will find in this example the cost is relative as they are all but the same item from the same manufacture.
@iambigd
Жыл бұрын
Its not beat up from the shipping, they sent you a unit that had been returned.
@MrThisIsMeToo
2 ай бұрын
Yep. Lost faith in this review if the reviewer cannot figure such out.
@mattbrew11
27 күн бұрын
@@MrThisIsMeToonot on him to determine that. He bought it and he’s sharing HIS EXPERIENCE
@rockmanagementoffroad9462
Жыл бұрын
Great video. I hate these cheap Chinese knockoffs. Guarantee that they buy an ARB compressor then copy the design, cutting every corner they can to save cost. The ARB is more expensive because of the R&D and warranty costs as well as higher quality materials used. I wish people would stop supporting this crap to save a few bucks. There are certain products that are made in the same factory as their more expensive (brand-name) counterparts, but this doesn't seem to be the case here. I'll gladly pay extra for a product made in USA (or Australia) that was properly designed and tested and has a warranty.
@VegasRobzilla
Жыл бұрын
The Arb is over priced at $600,the knockoff is about $330,after seeing your video I think I'm gonna try the knock off
@gmhedland5397
Жыл бұрын
And just deal with internal rust, and replace is with an arb in a year
@raymondj8768
Жыл бұрын
just spray a bit of oil in there shell be fine dude ! America has to stop being so fkn greedy n make less expensive shit !
@wesleymcdowellwm
Жыл бұрын
@@raymondj8768 arb is Australian
@needmoreboost6369
Жыл бұрын
It’s not worth it the slightly cheaper pump is a false economy as the arb will last for years and with excellent support and service if required! go try to get a warranty in 6 months with the chinesium one lol
@asherdie
Жыл бұрын
Comes from same factory
@SiCrewe
2 жыл бұрын
Nah, you really DO need to strip them down and compare the internals - not just to see what's bad about the knock-off but also to see what's special about the ARB. Honestly, as long as it's half-decent, I wouldn't care whether it was "original" or not. Problems only start when scumbags buy the knock-offs from China, ship 'em across and then slam ARB stickers on them before re-selling them.
@DieselJLUJeep
Жыл бұрын
If ARB is made in china they deserve to get ripped off. If not boycott this crap. Can anyone confirm?
@RedDevilTuning
Жыл бұрын
@@DieselJLUJeep All of ARB and Ironman4X4 have moved to China and Thailand
@damianstein2
Жыл бұрын
@@RedDevilTuningIncorrect. Some ARB products are still made in Australia. Mostly the newer stuff like bull bars for newer vehicles etc. Once proven, manufacturing moves offshore to make room for new product development.
@RedDevilTuning
Жыл бұрын
@@damianstein2 you literally just confirmed they manufacture overseas (China)
@lazerusmfh
Жыл бұрын
@@RedDevilTuningjust because it’s made in China doesn’t mean it’s garbage Your phone is made in China Your clothes are made in China Your kids toys are made in China Your power tools are made in China Your batteries are made in China Your furniture is made in China Etc.
@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD
Жыл бұрын
ARB is made in China. Same factory as this one. ARB boxes always say "designed in Australia with foreign parts", meaning made in China. This clone, like you said is an ARB with a few corners cut for savings...
@chopperpl
7 ай бұрын
I don't think so. You can tell by the quality those parts were not made with the same machines. They took legit product apart and copied one element after another. It is not hard to make a mold for casting parts these days.
@-PORK-CHOP-
Ай бұрын
ARB compressors are assembled in Australia from imported and locally made parts, the knock offs are stolen designs from the factories that are manufacturing some of the parts, typical Chinese they don't give a crap, just because it looks the same doesn't mean it is the same, you can copy something but if it's not engineered just copied it's bound to fail>9iu987
@figmojustfigmo3820
Жыл бұрын
FYI - my Chinese knockoff has been running strong for over a year now. Also - it arrived much better packaged than the one in this video. So no complaints so far. When the day comes that it finally does crap out….I’d buy another. Side note: I have ARB genuine locker in front of my rig, Chinese knockoff in the rear. Both are holding up. One problem I did have with the Chinese knockoff is that the air solenoid leaked air when the locker was engaged. Not enough to keep the locker from engaging - but it bugged me because it caused the compressor to kick on faster. The company would not warranty it so I had to go out and buy an ARB solenoid (about $90). Not happy about that. But the locker itself is doing just fine. So….would I buy another Chinese locker? Tough call. Pissed about their lack of warranty support but at less than half the price of an ARB…that’s hard to stay pissed. Hate to admit it but…yeah…I probably would! My rule of thumb on buying China is: never buy anything you don’t plan on using immediately. Quality control sucks in China. So if it’s a lemon and you catch that fast - you can get it replaced under warranty. But if you get a good one - chances are it will work well for you and you’d have saved a ton of $$$
@ziggymarley4961
Жыл бұрын
Quality control in "KNOCK OFF STUFF" in China is next to NONE. You generalized it so much and make it sound like everything made in China is garbage. Let me remind you your iPhone and 70 to 80 percent of products in your household is made in China. Reputable foreign company products "under strict quality control" are made in China before it even leaves the factory. If it wasn't made in China you wouldn't be able to afford the cost. Many components of high end products are out sourced from China but yet they claimed made in there country when in actual FACT it's only assembled in there country.
@orbelgalvarado
Жыл бұрын
Pretty sure these knock off won’t have high quality control unless they are try to dig into there profits
@redrampoly9321
Жыл бұрын
So the ARB is made where? Check the box..
@h2o_dug
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video and nice setup! Im considering the lessor compressor, since I have had plenty of problems with my authentic ARB. ARB air chuck leaks since day 1 and ARB supplied relay failed after 12 months of occasional use for lockers only.
@johnc8327
7 ай бұрын
The dedication to making a product exactly like the ARB one is pretty impressive.
@MrThisIsMeToo
2 ай бұрын
It is the same Chinese factory that makes them for ARB. Common as rice and sushi in China.
@bungieking9468
2 жыл бұрын
Thx! Appreciate your effort checking out the knockoff. You’ve saved us all a lot of money!
@TwoFeatherChannel
Жыл бұрын
the condition the knock off compressor was in, is probably a send back from someone the scratches and complete opening in bag is very likely from it being opened by someone and not from shipping
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
I doubt it. The box actually had the plastic straps on it on all four corners.
@johnraygun9868
Жыл бұрын
Love my ARB twin, I have a power wagon so tires run at 65psi normal and I air down to about 25, much more comfortable knowing I have support for the real one, been a couple years with no issues, plus I went through Northridge and they got it to me in time for a trip when everyone else said it would be months because they were on back order. Great video!
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
In most cases, you really get what you pay for. So far ARB has given me no issues. I totally agree that having support and warranty gives you a peace of mind.
@johnraygun9868
Жыл бұрын
@@MohawkDaveOffRoad yes Sir, took me a few years to figure it out lol. When I retired from the Army I bought this truck because it came new from the factory with front and rear lockers, disconnecting sway bar, 12,000 Warn and so on plus I can haul the kids dirt bikes and go kart in the bed. Everything I have added to it since has been top of the line which explains why I have had 0 problems in the 4 years I’ve owned it, helps that the only people i off road with are Jeep groups that invite me along so there is a lot of trial and error experience around. Love the channel Sir and thank you for putting your $$ on the line to test this stuff.
@williamlee7782
Жыл бұрын
ARB is a good company. I bought a second hand jeep overseas and it came with the ARB awning. After a few thousand miles in, the fell off my roof rack. It wasn't the mount, it was the rivets in the awning backing. ARB warrantied it and sent me a new one. 👍
@87toyhighlux
Жыл бұрын
Great video. I have the ARB dual compressor, it’s a great compressor. As a matter of fact, one of the comments you use near the end is mine.
@olliehopnoodle4628
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to put this together and for spending the money on the cheap knock off.
@jbcowherder6210
Жыл бұрын
one thing on the wiring: copper wiring will carry more current than the non-copper wiring for the same gauge
@truthdefenders-
Жыл бұрын
I'm thinking paying the extra $200.+ for the ARB will be worth it in the end.
@MuddydogAdventures
Жыл бұрын
I’m going to venture to say that these are probably made in the same factory. The difference would be QC branding and little cost saving parts.
@richardthomas1531
2 жыл бұрын
I think you just showed us that the ARB is made in China ,and ARB charges $200 for the name?
@Jabber-ig3iw
Жыл бұрын
You pay for quality, the ARB will still be going strong years after the knockoff is in landfill.
@richardthomas1531
Жыл бұрын
@@Jabber-ig3iw I have the ARB With the Kracken, Now I want to go bottle.
@mattbrew11
27 күн бұрын
DEVELOPMENT, IP, MARKETING AND REPUTATION all ABSOLUTELY HAVE COSTS. You’d never consider this thing if it wasn’t made to look EXACTLY like it. Why the fuck do you think that is genius?
@nate4036
Жыл бұрын
I don’t know about the compressors but the snorkels are absolutely identical. Specifically the TJ and WJ models. The accordion tube slightly different but the box plates, and snorkel are identical. On my TJ the real safari Snorkel I replaced my fake one with, went exactly into the same holes
@jonathanlau1221
2 жыл бұрын
My guess is that higher temperature we're seeing on the knock-off is due to that 24V fan that was only running at 12V. Swap it out for a 12V higher-rated fan & it should be good. I got unlucky with a generic Chinese compressor for my OBA. It only worked for a day before the reed valve snapped off due to being made from cheap metal. Swapped it out for a Viair unit & been running with it for over 2 years daily, no issues whatsoever. I did fabricate a mount for a 12V monster of a fan & that has helped to keep the compressor at a reasonable operating temp. Saying that, I am, however, impressed with Chinese build quality IF YOU PONY UP for better materials. I commissioned a build for a 60V lithium-ion pressure washer that can go up to 1200 PSI, 1.8 GPM, detachable 15AH battery pack, and adjustable output pressure dial. The Chinese manufacturer gave me a few options ranging from ultra-cheap to decently pricey, with regards to the pump head, the controller electronics as well as the brand of 18650 cells to use in the battery pack. I specified certain options and the grand total came up to be about 550USD before shipping and taxes. Sure it wasn't cheap as we might have expected, but for something that doesn't really exist on the current market, it was reasonable. I mean, battery powered pressure washers exist aplenty, but not one that can go over 1000 PSI (Sunjoe has one that only goes up to 800 PSI), flow rate of over 1.8 GPM, and can run for an hour continuously at max pressure. And I have been using this washer for over a year now, at least twice every week. No problems at all. The unit still works and feels as it did when I got it. Nothing rattles or cracked. So it's not all bad news when you get something that's made in China. Sure it's a gamble, but if you wanted to save a few bucks that's something you have to deal with. Else, buy original from reputable sources.
@DieselRamcharger
Жыл бұрын
China will build anything you want. The fact is they build to PRICE. Americans ONLY go to china for one thing. CHEAP. and that is what they get.
@seandalejackson2525
2 жыл бұрын
WE appreciate you doing for us Man!!
@Smokkedandslammed
2 жыл бұрын
I recently got the ARB "Ford Performance" single compressor that comes mounted in the the little tool box lookin thing and it's pretty awesome. It fits perfectly behind my passenger seat in my RCSB F150. The tool box it comes in is really nice quality, the switches and wiring looks good and those air connections are super bitchin. People "oooh" and "ahhhh" when I whip it out, it's pretty extra lol
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
2 жыл бұрын
Last part of your comment cracked me up, lol
@Smokkedandslammed
2 жыл бұрын
@@MohawkDaveOffRoad ;p
@josephpalisi3295
8 ай бұрын
I've had the knock-off one and it performed very well, I now have the ARB and looking forward to installing it. My thought is the Chinese one you purchased was a returned/used, so you really never know what you're getting in a knock-off.
@maxmoore4315
Жыл бұрын
Great comparison! I had looked at the copy cat but I’m a name brand shopper usually
@DonziGT230
2 жыл бұрын
My last ARB Twin was defective from the factory, only one motor worked. I fixed it, sold it, and replaced it with a Maxi Trac for way less $ and it's way faster.
@Chief351L
2 жыл бұрын
Same identical thing for me except that I returned mine and received a new replacement that did the Same Thing! I had already owned a MaxiTrac that I got from some rewards points with NAPA and after using it a few times I bought two more when they were on sale for $99 last November. I’m keeping one as a spare and have slightly modified both that I use currently. These things kick ass!
@MS-kh2je
2 жыл бұрын
I returned my maxi trac the are super crappy in side. Pot metal crank and not parts or warranty. Viair is the way to go. Quality and parts available
@DonziGT230
2 жыл бұрын
@@MS-kh2je Last I checked the biggest Viair had about half the flow rating of the MaxiTrac and it was way more expensive. I don't care if the crank is made of pot metal as long as it doesn't break and I haven't heard of that happening. The ARB is made with much higher quality parts, and I've had two that were junk.
@noobsoff-road
Жыл бұрын
You should have taken it back and got a warranty replacement mate. ARB are VERY good with their warranties.
@DonziGT230
Жыл бұрын
@@noobsoff-road They are very good about warrantee. This one was on a Jeep I'd bought and the previous owner didn't have the receipt, but they did offer to send me a motor based on my word of it being in warrantee. Since I'd have to tear into it to replace the motor I decided to do it before getting the motor and discovered that they hadn't released one of the brushes when it was assembled. I told them it was fixed and no longer needed the motor. I'd previously bought a truck with a dead Twin Air and no receipt, they sent me a replacement unit based on the serial number, great customer support. My Jeep is a high end build (well over $100k in mods) and it slightly bothered me to put a cheapo compressor on it, but the performance convinced me.
@carl_h
Жыл бұрын
Are Arb Compressors Made in China? Yes, ARB compressors are made in China. The company has a manufacturing facility there that produces a variety of air compressor models for different applications. While some people may have concerns about products made in China, ARB stands behind the quality of its compressors and offers a three-year warranty on all of its products.
@wtz650
Жыл бұрын
did I miss the important fact ? WHAT'S THE PRICE DIFFERENCE !!!!!!!! And did hear him say spend the EXTRA FEW HUNDRED for the ARB ??? !!!
@brbadventurer
Жыл бұрын
18:03 Shining a flashlight in to a port does not deem what is "inside of them" unless yo tear each one apart and really look to see the difference.
@phillipcraggs6202
Жыл бұрын
I bought the single ARB, its good. overpriced for a air compressor, IMO, considering all the other options on the market, not sure if I'd buy ARB again, just from a price standpoint.
@fkn16v
Жыл бұрын
I bet you, a lot of ARB stuff are not "made" in Australia, some stuff is assembled there but definitely not made.
@denttech2515
8 ай бұрын
It's so important to air down for the curbs at the mall. Jk. That jeep is clean, though. Thanks for covering this. Much needed comparison
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
8 ай бұрын
You can’t forget the snow piles in the parking lots. 😂
@melissasmess2773
Жыл бұрын
My Mercedes has a built in air compressor for the deflated spare, just checking out the hype😊 the construction differences and higher operating temperature tells me that the motors aren't the same quality, along with the warranty I would buy the ARB because I can afford it😂
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
🤣🤙
@donaldhalvorsen4135
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe arb has their stuff made in China like everybody else. People have stuff made in China to increase profit.
@ralph04ification
Жыл бұрын
Im a Aussie...and thats exactly what is going on. Be careful not much is actually made completely from scratch in Australia.
@UnfiItered
2 жыл бұрын
Arb is made in China but assembled in Australia. Like alot of other companies that are "made" elsewhere other than China.
@noelleon770
Жыл бұрын
With only half the price at most, what you really need to test is the long term reliability.
@xinvolume
4 ай бұрын
I played your comment many times, so what you are saying is do not buy a cheap knock-off unless it's a ARB, or their product is just as good and cheaper if you buy from a shady website, copy of the ARB Compressor.
@RECON_Jeep
2 жыл бұрын
can you explain please how are your setup pour automatic air down all tire. thank
@ericlee8231
Жыл бұрын
Cheap arb knock off came in my jeep 5 yrs ago and still runs great
@truthdefenders-
Жыл бұрын
I would not call them "fake air compressors" as they are actually compressors, I would call them shitty replicas.
@diggeroldmate8122
Жыл бұрын
Not the best review. If you tested the electricals, you will find that the ARB outperforms most compressors for heat at higher PSI and doesn't work as hard to do it. Also, you can get spare parts for ARB compressors. Best of luck getting those from your Chinese counterparts. AND you get three year warranty. You get what you pay for.
@apocalypse2941
Жыл бұрын
That scared the crap out of me when the line popped off!
@DaveDriggs
9 ай бұрын
Looks like Rough Country is selling one of these knock offs now.
@mikejabb12
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video! Love my ARB
@clerissonmesquita
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your invaluable information, highly appreciate it, keep it up the outstanding job, have a great day.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@4wheeltrips
Жыл бұрын
Helpful video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
@johnbodnar3720
Жыл бұрын
To me, it looks like it is 2nd hand and resold
@DillysADV
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting. I recently bought one for my mobile service truck and wasn't sure if it was a REAL ARB or not. but I have always felt the performance was a bit lacking especially at the higher pressures.. Pretty sure I got a knock off. I will watch for that closer when the time comes to replace it.
@DillysADV
Жыл бұрын
Should have given a little more detail on how it has worked. I bought mine 6/14/21 and have been running it commercially ever since. it seems really slow and struggles at the higher pressures. it kicks off at 85PSI (not sure where the ARB does) but it would be nice to get a little more out of it. I do have it coupled with a 5-gallon tank but it seems slower than I would expect for a twin compressor.
@berryreading4809
Жыл бұрын
For high pressure continuous duty output look at the PUMA 12v compressors... They are more suited to high pressure vs. typical 70psi and under optimized 12v compressors... They put out 1.5-2 cfm at 90psi depending on model for less than $300 (if you just buy the compressor head) they also have 1.5 and 3 gallon assembled units...
@DillysADV
Жыл бұрын
@@berryreading4809 I will keep that in mind. My only concern is the space it takes. I do like the form of these ARB compressors because I can tuck them in a corner and let them do their thing. Space is limited in my setup.
@crankshaft007
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for info, wish you did a total tear down of the internals
@robertlewis7237
Жыл бұрын
IN AUSTRALIA THE ARB TWIN AIR COMPRESSOR SELL ABOUT $1,099 AUSTRALIA DOLLARS HARD FIND AIRCOMPRESSOR PUMP UP 120PSI FOR MY TRUCK TYRES AS RUN AT 90PSI FOR HIGHWAY
@DiHandley
2 жыл бұрын
People have to understand that the Chinese build down to a price, not up to a standard. In all likelihood the original and the knock off are made in adjoining factories in China.
@LorinaKilledButch
Жыл бұрын
Being Aussie. It would surprise me if ARB didn't have theirs made in china anyway
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
I think they make the parts in China and assemble it in Australia.. The ARB parts are definitely better than the knockoffs. The knockoffs don’t have any quality control just the cheapest rusty scraps to make it work.
@LorinaKilledButch
Жыл бұрын
@@MohawkDaveOffRoad probably. I know guys over here that but cheap Chinese turbos. Strip them, fix the flaws and have some success. End of the day for shit to work it takes effort. Pity you never really know the truth of what you are buying. That’s why videos like this are very insightful. Thanks for your great work.
@barelymadeit
Жыл бұрын
I had a knock off.. it broke and the company sent me a brand new one at no cost. So mehh.... if they keep breaking I'll just go ARB but so far the experience has been good.
@KidRichmond
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had two ARB twin compressors. One wouldn’t work out the box, the other lasted almost a year. I’ll still probably keep buying ARB but reality is, they ain’t that well built and they’re riding on a brand name.
@P10101G
Жыл бұрын
Make sure to keep your air disconnects covered and protected if you mount them out side or under your vehicle as shown.
@ColemanAsCode
8 ай бұрын
Rough Country makes a clone now. Half the price and solid warranty.
@nathanfairhall7906
2 жыл бұрын
Nice review, however I think I herd the knock off one leaking air as soon as you started it up, then at the end as soon as you touched it the hose poped off, so that could very easily be your extra 1 min there. I would of ran the hard braided line rather than the plastic push fittings. The plain brown boxes the ARB ones come in when the warehouse gets them actually say "made in China". What I say that's happened is Australia designed it, made the first one but sent it to China to build it cheaper, then that company doesn't have to abide by the patent cause the patent isn't world wide, might only be in Australia and the US, so China can legally sell them to who ever they want. Maybe they may change tiny things to make it a bit cheaper for them. They have the same instruction manual. The ARB one you can get here in Australia for about $650 AUD, ARB sell them for about $700 AUD. The Chinese ones are about $400 US and shipping is about $250US so with the conversion rate that's about $935 aud so the Chinese one is actually more expensive. Say even without shipping it's $575 AUD so the product itself is only $75aud cheaper than ARB so for that little difference I would expect to get a very close (If not, the same) product. Also ARB have recently changed their design of the boxes to the new "AIR" logo, but before that even the boxes were the same. But time will tell
@rydfree
2 жыл бұрын
The catch 22 for businesses that design their own product but then farm out the actual manufacturing to China to save money is that the Chinese plants will copy the product using cheap materials or actually just run extra down the line without the branded name and sell it through Ebay , Amazon etc at lower price points . I have received exactly the same item as brand name products and have also been duped by something that just outwardly appears to be the same . This appears to be the latter , a copied design but made with inferior parts and assembly . Personally I would just buy the ARB single compressor for the same money and be assured it would not leave me flat on a trail somewhere .
@jaydee3046
Жыл бұрын
One of the ads shows "US Seller" . Chinese, and sold from a US website? Steering clear of that one.
@cliffyb5896
Жыл бұрын
The output air line should never be made of plastic because the compressed air comes out hot and will weaken and soften the plastic. One up on the ARB for the braided steel line. Great comparo video.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@en2oh
Жыл бұрын
I was really hoping you were going to do a tear down. To say “they’re completely different inside” better be what any rep would say! It would great if you could pull one of the motor assembles (very easy to do without disassembling anything else) to compare. The original motor assembly is available for $175. I seriously doubt that there is much difference between the two. It would be too expensive otherwise. Likely, these 'knock offs' are factory seconds. Take them apart and clean them up and you probably will get a bargain! :)
@danielauen7790
Жыл бұрын
I was kinda just planning on plugging a pancake compressor into the lighter socket.. It technically functions...
@HT7980
Жыл бұрын
I believe this knock off is the exact same compressor that overland vehicle systems sells
@salcigar
2 жыл бұрын
What brand are the red chucks that you're plugging your hoses into. I would love to be able to connect one handed. Please tell me.
Good video, would be nice to see your set up and the way it was installed. Thanks for the video
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
5 ай бұрын
I do have a video on that. kzitem.info/news/bejne/omNul6Nucqh7hmksi=zhwajakYHbwcILV7
@RapRap-t4s
6 ай бұрын
Nice set up! What couplings are you using on the bumper?
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
6 ай бұрын
Literally cheap amazon ones. They work great and its easy to replace. I keep one spare in my gear just incase, but have not had the need to replace one. here is the link amzn.to/3wEfvXg
@rtz549
Жыл бұрын
Would have liked a tear down comparison.
@jonholland581
2 жыл бұрын
How much is the china one and where did you buy it? I work with china on developing products and I can tell you that most factories don't care who they sell to. If I were to guess based on my experience, the Chinese factory either supplies ARB with some parts or ARB reached out to them for a sample of parts and the factory started making the item. Also, the link in the description of the vid that bring your to your amazon store is broken.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
2 жыл бұрын
It's a hundred dollars less for the copy. It was on Amazon. They made it look good almost identical.
@petercalabro6395
Жыл бұрын
Ive got ARB everything except my compressor which is a Chinese one, which has served me well for close to 5 years and performed faultlessly. I would love to fault it but just can't, maybe I got lucky
@PeterAlfonso
Жыл бұрын
You didn't run the same diameter outlet hose. The arb had a larger diameter stainless hose for the initial output hose and you didn't swap that to the knockoff. The knockoff hose is smaller diameter which reduces airflow.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Actually the stainless is a slightly smaller diameter…
@baderh7880
2 жыл бұрын
If the ARB compressor is made/assembled in Australia, they will let you know everywhere including the box and will probably stamp it on the salesman's forehead. Bought the Chinese one on Alibaba, it is not a knock off. The reason everything is similar is because ARB is made in the same factory but with superior parts (bearings, anodized piston, better finish/anodizing but exact same motor). So basically if you'll pay them the same or more as ARB, they will make you an exact ARB clone or even better. Is it worth it? Chinese one was 150 USD/180 for the kit but no market for it. At 450USD retail with no warranty there is absolutely no sense in buying it whatsoever when an ARB is 650 with warranty.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
2 жыл бұрын
Very true 🤣
@kevinyoung3408
2 жыл бұрын
200% mark up XD
@johncranek1846
Жыл бұрын
Ebay gives a warranty
@Jabber-ig3iw
Жыл бұрын
Yeah cos ARB will have no issue at all with the factory they contract to build their products building knockoffs to undercut them🙄🙄🙄
@drue6360
Жыл бұрын
I like this review, I’m always sus of an “off road rig” that’s this clean tho.
@engineer-kenny7843
9 ай бұрын
ARB gets their components from China, and assembled and tested in Australia, they are not fully manufactured in Australia.
@Agent.K.
2 жыл бұрын
ARB is overpriced and overhyped imo, but I got it because the copy was like 70 usd cheaper with less warranty. That plus, I can get parts anywhere around the globe. Holding them side by side arb felt better quality and finish. If the copy was quarter or half the price then I would’ve bought it.
@rhysrhysu8038
Жыл бұрын
Factory seconds/QC fail? Over order/over manufacturer?
@truthdefenders-
Жыл бұрын
Thnx for the review.
@duneattack
Жыл бұрын
Good job, dude!
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@mrfloggingshagg
2 жыл бұрын
If able to fit it, how much of a benefit would swapping that hard 90 fitting out of the ARB with a sweeping 90 to reduce pressure loss.
@DonziGT230
2 жыл бұрын
Probably not by any measurable amount. Some fittings have very poor flow, but most are good, no way to know without seeing the inside of that one.
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
2 жыл бұрын
I don’t think there would be that much noticeable difference.
@AnthonyWilliford-jh6ed
2 ай бұрын
chanchs are the customs people did that here in the USA
@robertbutler8004
4 ай бұрын
And where is ARB made?
@WooleySwampAdventures
Жыл бұрын
Based on what you showed it seemed apparent that the knockoff was a good deal for the money, that they in no way ever said it was an ARB, so if you bought one you knew that you were taking a chance on just what it is, a knockoff. Definitely performed well in your test, viable option for someone on a budget. Curious note on the ARB site as far as manufacture, they only state the compressors are assembled and tested in Australia, typically a dead giveaway that the parts are from China.
@anglebox1431
Жыл бұрын
ARB doesn't manufacture compressors in Australia they out source to China then quality control them and make sure thier within spec in Australia. I think they are made by HF in China of ARB
@zzcoool
Жыл бұрын
Great video, very informative. Too bad my Chineese Puma has been running perfectly for last 7 years otherwise I'd order the knock off.
@krazyant24
Жыл бұрын
What kinda is the knockoff?
@dlofton123
Жыл бұрын
These companies have their products manufactured overseas. It’s all the same stuff.
@cole650
6 ай бұрын
After I watch this video a long time ago I orderd the knock off, its been fitted for over a year and used as required, no problems at all. The ARB is well over price.. sorry ARB
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
6 ай бұрын
Glad it worked out for you. I have heard it going both ways. It really seems like hit or miss.
@DarrenBoxhall
Жыл бұрын
What quick release fittings are they your using for the hoses
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Amazon.
@iichthus5760
Жыл бұрын
You seem to be under the misapprehension that ARB is manufactured in the US. All these compressors are manufactured by the same company… not in the USA. One is branded and one is of a lower quality to produce a lower budget unit. Just like KTM and gasgas
@jons6125
Жыл бұрын
Id run them in parallel for faster fill 😅
@nautidad
Жыл бұрын
Everything is made in china because labour and material is cheap. Look at manufacturer labels. Sadly, mostly you will see has ‘Made in China’ when you think you are buyin ‘murrican (or Australian in this case). Chinese companies making off-brand clones is common legal business practice there, and a market that legally sells this is larger than amazon. And amazon too does not discourage selling off brand stuff, as that would undercut their profits. So, when you buy a ‘brand’ product, you may be buying some peace of mind thinking its better, or better supported, but in reality you may be overpaying for the same product, manufactured by the same Chinese company. Thank you for this video. I was wondering if this seemingly identical product is worth the 3rd of the price of the branded one.
@chiefbutchug42069
Жыл бұрын
What brand is the Chinese version. Where do I find it
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Generic brand - Amazon
@SandyBoxes
Жыл бұрын
How are you airing down within the cabin?
@MohawkDaveOffRoad
Жыл бұрын
Here is the video on that. Jeep JL Wrangler and JT Gladiator ARB Twin Air Compressor - Air Down With A Button- DIY On Board Air kzitem.info/news/bejne/omNul6Nucqh7hmk
@ajjohnkay5793
Жыл бұрын
Or ARB just private labels their product from the same factory
@eddieknight8392
Жыл бұрын
The best part is that you actually think ARB DOESNT makes their crap in china
@bryanrussell6679
Жыл бұрын
Goddamn, if that's the chinese price, which is a fraction of the cost, who can afford ARB?
@cordel666giglesworth6
Жыл бұрын
Waist of money get a m18 inflator does everything that arb does but much smaller and portable
@james10739
Жыл бұрын
$340 it better be the same or real close quality a knock off should be like half of less
@eddieknight8392
Жыл бұрын
Does that jeep actually even touch dirt or is this a show rig....
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