SMC valve set up plate?

[4DSEVEN]

Just wondering what everyone is doing / has done for their valve set up? I am talking about fastening them to what and where.

Do I need to fabricate a plate?

I don't have any brackets for my SMC valves and wondered if that is my only option.

It seems the 1/2" brackets are a little harder to find.

Pic's of your set up would be great.

[tubbedII]

I can't see a way to mount the valves without a plate, so I would think you're going to need to make them. I've heard mounting them directly to the tank could cause too much stress on the bung welds and possibly crack, so mounting them with some type of plate is preferred.

[4DSEVEN]

Originally Posted by tubbedII

I can't see a way to mount the valves without a plate, so I would think you're going to need to make them. I've heard mounting them directly to the tank could cause too much stress on the bung welds and possibly crack, so mounting them with some type of plate is preferred.

Ok good to know. Thanks for the info.

[smashingchuck]

here's what i did. I made my own brackets and used u bolts to hold them tight. I really didn't like the way the smc brackets use the bolts that are supposed to hold the valve together to mount them. Seems kinda shakey especially since the threads are in brass.

[4DSEVEN]

Originally Posted by smashingchuck

here's what i did. I made my own brackets and used u bolts to hold them tight. I really didn't like the way the smc brackets use the bolts that are supposed to hold the valve together to mount them. Seems kinda shakey especially since the threads are in brass.

I like that idea, thanks.

[colin_havens]

I made a manifold with pipe fittings, so I could mount my valves off the tank. Some 1 inch square tubing welded to the frame as a crossmember and some small u bolts, and mine are very secure. All of my airride components are mounted under the bed, and I can service all of my valves easily. If need be, I can quickly disconnect my valves and drop the whole manifold down in about 5 minutes. I looked at getting some tabs for mine, and like smashing chuck said, I didnt like how they actually mounted them. I will try and get a pic from home this evening and post it. My valves arent SMCs, but the same mounting could be done with any valves.

[jimmydean]

Originally Posted by smashingchuck

here's what i did. I made my own brackets and used u bolts to hold them tight. I really didn't like the way the smc brackets use the bolts that are supposed to hold the valve together to mount them. Seems kinda shakey especially since the threads are in brass.

I just used u bolts and mounted them to the frame. I made fill/dump pairs and mounted each near the bag along the frame. I had t fittings (with the air line fitting for pressure gauge) and used the u bolts to hold the t flush to the frame. Worked great.

[kev2809]

heres how i did mine...i got the ubolts and nuts from lowes and made the plate from some 3/16 steel





they are mounted on some sheetmetal thats under the tailgate (suburban). i like it cuz everything is there and i can maintenance when i need to.

[4DSEVEN]

Right on!
Finally some pics!

[jimmydean]

That's how mine were, I just made it harder on myself by mounting them straight to the frame.

I like that setup, great pics.

[texastrendz]

How i did mine:

[4DSEVEN]

Another nice set up! Thanks for sharing.

Surely there are some other unique ideas out there.

More pictures please!!!

[tk-mpl]

I just mounted mine to a piece of plywood at the front of the box. Will redo it with a piece of stainless later...
Sorry, cell phone pic..
Trevor