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Rebuild 12 volt Thomas air compressor

On my 2005 U270, my 12 volt Thomas air compressor is failing.  It just can't reach the rpm's it used to. How complicated is rebuilding this compressor? Does anyone have a recommendation on a shop I can send it to? It sounds like I have the  "BIG" compressor.
Thank you
2000 U270 34' WTFE Build 5756 "Ole Red"
2014 Honda CRV
Washington, Vermont
Lady Lake, Fl,  Independence, VA
Former owner of 2002 U320, 2003 U320, 2005 U270

Re: Rebuild 12 volt Thomas air compressor

Reply #1 –
Is it a Thomas TA-4101-DC?

This is Steve's writeup that was on the forum  HWH Pump Rebuild

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2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

Re: Rebuild 12 volt Thomas air compressor

Reply #2 –

Here are a couple of sources, please double check applicability before purchase.  ZORO usually has them at a good price, do some shopping but mid $300s seems common.

C87866-P Major Service Kit .630 | Zoro.com

12VDC 1/3hp Thomas Compressor TA-4101/GH/LGH Minor Service/Rebuild KIT...

Here is a new compressor.

NEW 12VDC 1/3hp Thomas TA-4101 270025 Air Ride Suspension/RV Brake/Truck Air...

This compressor is getting used by some as a replacement, not much more than a rebuild kit.

Amazon.com: ARB CKMTA12 '12V' On-Board Twin High Performance Air Compressor:...




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Roger Engdahl and Susan Green
2001 U320 3610 #5879 (Home2) - 2014 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 F150
Hastings, MN

Re: Rebuild 12 volt Thomas air compressor

Reply #3 –
Thank you for the links and advice
2000 U270 34' WTFE Build 5756 "Ole Red"
2014 Honda CRV
Washington, Vermont
Lady Lake, Fl,  Independence, VA
Former owner of 2002 U320, 2003 U320, 2005 U270