Comments on: Hands-On: Husky’s Portable AC/DC Power System http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/ All tools. All the time. Your source for news, information, and reviews of hand tools, power tools, and tools of all kinds. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:35:49 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.1 By: MM83 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1106095 MM83 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:23:11 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1106095 I have had one of these Husky jump packs for years (probably 4-5). Its a great little unit, and a shame that Home Depot doesn't make them any more. If anybody out there has a chance to pick up one of these units used, even if the battery needs to be replaced, do so! You won't be disappointed. My jump pack is in need of a battery now, and I plan on replacing it, since the price of the battery is still cheaper than the average new jump pack, that wouldn't include all the features this one has. As a previous poster (Michael D Smith) said, you can replace the battery in these jump packs with a UB12180 (universal Battery 12V 18AH). And It's most likely going to have the same performance as the DiaMec 19AH battery that came in the unit. But personally I am considering upgrading the battery to the UB12220 (universal battery 12V 22AH). One of the battery web sites I found showed a broad difference between the UB12180, and the UB12220. The UB12180 is rated at 247CCA while the UB12220 is rated at 420CCA. The two UB batteries have the same dimensions as the original DiaMec 19AH battery, so both should fit in the pack with out problems. If you Google search the UB12220, you can find them as cheap as $34+ shipping (mine will be $53.60 W/ the shipping). I look forward to extra CCA, and longer run times for the inverter! I have had one of these Husky jump packs for years (probably 4-5). Its a great little unit, and a shame that Home Depot doesn’t make them any more. If anybody out there has a chance to pick up one of these units used, even if the battery needs to be replaced, do so! You won’t be disappointed. My jump pack is in need of a battery now, and I plan on replacing it, since the price of the battery is still cheaper than the average new jump pack, that wouldn’t include all the features this one has. As a previous poster (Michael D Smith) said, you can replace the battery in these jump packs with a UB12180 (universal Battery 12V 18AH). And It’s most likely going to have the same performance as the DiaMec 19AH battery that came in the unit. But personally I am considering upgrading the battery to the UB12220 (universal battery 12V 22AH). One of the battery web sites I found showed a broad difference between the UB12180, and the UB12220. The UB12180 is rated at 247CCA while the UB12220 is rated at 420CCA. The two UB batteries have the same dimensions as the original DiaMec 19AH battery, so both should fit in the pack with out problems. If you Google search the UB12220, you can find them as cheap as $34+ shipping (mine will be $53.60 W/ the shipping). I look forward to extra CCA, and longer run times for the inverter!

]]> By: Brian http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1074198 Brian Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:27:53 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1074198 Chris, it's possible that the transformer inside of the unit is either unplugged or bad. If you take apart the unit, you'll see that the "AC" in is just a small wall transformer strapped to the plastic on the inside of the case. I just opened mine to replace the battery, based off of the info from Michael D Smith's post above. I used a UB12180 battery as he had stated, and it works great. Just a side note, it is a REAL pain to take these apart. There is at least one screw under a label. There are no screws under the aluminum/metal panel labels, only under the cheap black paper labels on the bottom. (At least on mine.) It is also not strictly necessary to remove all of the screws on the back of the red plastic section. Some of the screws around the hose and jumper cables hold down plastic locks which prevent the cables from being yanked out of the housing. Depending on the amount of slack they left in the interior at the factory, it's possible to replace the battery without completely removing the screws. Of course, it'll make your life a little easier if you loosen them a bit. Regarding the compressor. Well, just looking at it, you can tell that it's meant to be a household / infrequent use compressor. It's definitely not something that I'd rely on as part of a business. (i.e. tow truck flat tire refills, tire service, etc.) If your compressor fails, either leave it in there dead, or open the unit and remove it to take some of the weight out of the pack. You can get a compressor of similar quality at your local chain superstore for around $10-15, and just plug it into the front panel. (Cigarette lighter adapter) Chris, it’s possible that the transformer inside of the unit is either unplugged or bad. If you take apart the unit, you’ll see that the “AC” in is just a small wall transformer strapped to the plastic on the inside of the case.

I just opened mine to replace the battery, based off of the info from Michael D Smith’s post above. I used a UB12180 battery as he had stated, and it works great.

Just a side note, it is a REAL pain to take these apart. There is at least one screw under a label. There are no screws under the aluminum/metal panel labels, only under the cheap black paper labels on the bottom. (At least on mine.) It is also not strictly necessary to remove all of the screws on the back of the red plastic section. Some of the screws around the hose and jumper cables hold down plastic locks which prevent the cables from being yanked out of the housing. Depending on the amount of slack they left in the interior at the factory, it’s possible to replace the battery without completely removing the screws. Of course, it’ll make your life a little easier if you loosen them a bit.

Regarding the compressor. Well, just looking at it, you can tell that it’s meant to be a household / infrequent use compressor. It’s definitely not something that I’d rely on as part of a business. (i.e. tow truck flat tire refills, tire service, etc.)

If your compressor fails, either leave it in there dead, or open the unit and remove it to take some of the weight out of the pack. You can get a compressor of similar quality at your local chain superstore for around $10-15, and just plug it into the front panel. (Cigarette lighter adapter)

]]> By: Chris http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1058576 Chris Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:12:55 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1058576 By the way.... it won't charge with the DC charger either By the way…. it won’t charge with the DC charger either

]]> By: Chris http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1058573 Chris Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:12:11 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1058573 My HSK-037 wont charge. I hook the extension cord up and it won't do anything. Anyone know about a fuse or something that I can check to get it to charge?? It's a great unit, but I've only used it a few times. It would be a shame to have to trash it. It's still "brand new". And yes I know batteries don't last forever... but it shouldn't be the battery. Help please!!!! My HSK-037 wont charge. I hook the extension cord up and it won’t do anything. Anyone know about a fuse or something that I can check to get it to charge?? It’s a great unit, but I’ve only used it a few times. It would be a shame to have to trash it. It’s still “brand new”. And yes I know batteries don’t last forever… but it shouldn’t be the battery. Help please!!!!

]]> By: Cesar http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1045146 Cesar Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:54:19 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1045146 Where can I buy the husky portable AC/DC.? I´m from Mexico city Where can I buy the husky portable AC/DC.? I´m from Mexico city

]]> By: Fred A Fricke http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1033316 Fred A Fricke Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:57:35 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1033316 I have a Husky portable ac/dc unit with air inflator... Used the air inflator once, now it does not work. When using more air comes out of tire then goes in tire....... Home depot no longer carries this brand... What do I do ???? I have a Husky portable ac/dc unit with air inflator… Used the air inflator once, now it does not work. When using more air comes out of tire then goes in tire……. Home depot no longer carries this brand… What do I do ????

]]> By: Dan http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1009549 Dan Tue, 28 Jul 2009 05:34:47 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-1009549 I have had this Husky for a couple of years and not used it often. Tried to use it again one time and battery would not charge. Anyone know where I might find a schematic for this unit? Or someone who might already know how to replace the battery? I have had this Husky for a couple of years and not used it often. Tried to use it again one time and battery would not charge. Anyone know where I might find a schematic for this unit? Or someone who might already know how to replace the battery?

]]> By: Mike Smith http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-938432 Mike Smith Tue, 26 May 2009 01:27:18 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-938432 Have a Husky AC/DC Power Supply and compressor. Everything works great except air compressor. You can hear the compressor motor run but no air. Took it apart and found that it has a cheap made plastic cog that is stripped. Anyone know where I can order the part? Have a Husky AC/DC Power Supply and compressor. Everything works great except air compressor. You can hear the compressor motor run but no air. Took it apart and found that it has a cheap made plastic cog that is stripped. Anyone know where I can order the part?

]]> By: Michael D Smith http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-924208 Michael D Smith Mon, 11 May 2009 23:16:55 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-924208 Mine has a dead(ish) battery after about 5 years. It won't even trip the solenoid on a vehicle anymore, but might run the inverter for an hour or so... I started several cars with it when it was young, it worked fine. The battery that will fit is a UB12180, about $33 delivered from Buy.com I like this unit so I'm going to put a new battery in it. 18AH vs 19 that was in it. A UB12220 will also fit, but costs more than 2x as much. There are LOTS of screws to take out, some under stickers, etc, so take it all apart, inspect for more screws, take more out, etc, etc... But it will come apart easily once you find them all... Should make it like new again for another 5 years. I'm going to refrigerate it after I charge it this time, since I only take it camping maybe 5 times a year. Might last 7 years that way. Took me a while to find a battery to fit, but it is a standard size. Measure the battery near the top of the case (it is tapered) and you'll see it matches a bunch of replacements... Must be a sealed battery. Kathy Gean - xantrex has a nice one at Blain's Farm & Fleet on sale for about $80... Actually I think it's a duracell powerpack 450 (made by xantrex). Looks really nice & has same features, plus xantrex is a great brand, but I thought I'd stay with the Husky once I replace the battery. I don't see it online, but if you have a store nearby, it's black with orange handles, and that would be a great price if you can find one. Mine has a dead(ish) battery after about 5 years. It won’t even trip the solenoid on a vehicle anymore, but might run the inverter for an hour or so… I started several cars with it when it was young, it worked fine. The battery that will fit is a UB12180, about $33 delivered from Buy.com I like this unit so I’m going to put a new battery in it. 18AH vs 19 that was in it. A UB12220 will also fit, but costs more than 2x as much. There are LOTS of screws to take out, some under stickers, etc, so take it all apart, inspect for more screws, take more out, etc, etc… But it will come apart easily once you find them all… Should make it like new again for another 5 years. I’m going to refrigerate it after I charge it this time, since I only take it camping maybe 5 times a year. Might last 7 years that way. Took me a while to find a battery to fit, but it is a standard size. Measure the battery near the top of the case (it is tapered) and you’ll see it matches a bunch of replacements… Must be a sealed battery.

Kathy Gean - xantrex has a nice one at Blain’s Farm & Fleet on sale for about $80… Actually I think it’s a duracell powerpack 450 (made by xantrex). Looks really nice & has same features, plus xantrex is a great brand, but I thought I’d stay with the Husky once I replace the battery. I don’t see it online, but if you have a store nearby, it’s black with orange handles, and that would be a great price if you can find one.

]]> By: Thomas Heath http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-914396 Thomas Heath Sun, 03 May 2009 03:31:34 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-914396 This husky jumpstarter is a good basic unit have not had any real problems with it,have not used compressor much, use a small air compressor to check tires, jumpstarter works well good power to start dead batteries, power inverter works but the internal battery is small to run tools for long time. I really like this tool for any one , to bad they do not sell it any more. Tom This husky jumpstarter is a good basic unit have not had any real problems with it,have not used compressor much, use a small air compressor to check tires, jumpstarter works well good power to start dead batteries, power inverter works but the internal battery is small to run tools for long time. I really like this tool for any one , to bad they do not sell it any more. Tom

]]> By: Kathy Gean http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-872149 Kathy Gean Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:06:46 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-872149 I own a Towing Company, use jump boxes ALOT! Love the Huskys the most as they are definetely the longest lasting. My problem? I need two more and Home Depot says they don't carry them any more. I've looked everywhere and online and I can't seem to locate a dealer that sells them. HELP! I own a Towing Company, use jump boxes ALOT! Love the Huskys the most as they are definetely the longest lasting. My problem? I need two more and Home Depot says they don’t carry them any more. I’ve looked everywhere and online and I can’t seem to locate a dealer that sells them. HELP!

]]> By: Inexpensive Alternatives to Emergency Generators | Les Jones http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-801875 Inexpensive Alternatives to Emergency Generators | Les Jones Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:18:12 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-801875 [...] user reviews here and here are mostly glowing, except for the person who noted that the air compressor part was wimpy in his [...] [...] user reviews here and here are mostly glowing, except for the person who noted that the air compressor part was wimpy in his [...]

]]> By: Cliff Chatelain http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-725055 Cliff Chatelain Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:02:57 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-725055 I am looking to purchase several units of Husky portable power supply and I like to find out the best price you can offer. Cliff Chatelain 917-494-9048 I am looking to purchase several units of Husky portable power supply and I like to find out the best price you can offer.

Cliff Chatelain
917-494-9048

]]> By: Bill http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-640613 Bill Sat, 01 Nov 2008 10:10:11 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-640613 Purchased HSK037 from Home Depot in Dec 05 - compressor does not work - clicking sound when Compressor switch "ON" - all other functions OK. Is there a simple fix? Purchased HSK037 from Home Depot in Dec 05 - compressor does not work - clicking sound when Compressor switch “ON” - all other functions OK. Is there a simple fix?

]]> By: WALLY http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-628457 WALLY Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:47:14 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-628457 I used the compressor for the first time today and i was able to only inflate one small tire before i heard the compressor just run and not pumping. I heard something rattling around in the casing and found out after taking it apart that the pin that is on the motor came loose from the pump so i replaced the pin and works fine now. only proble is, is how do you keep the pin from falling out again ??? I used the compressor for the first time today and i was able to only inflate one small tire before i heard the compressor just run and not pumping. I heard something rattling around in the casing and found out after taking it apart that the pin that is on the motor came loose from the pump so i replaced the pin and works fine now. only proble is, is how do you keep the pin from falling out again ???

]]> By: Toolmonger » Blog Archive » Husky Jumper Pack Saves The Day http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-598572 Toolmonger » Blog Archive » Husky Jumper Pack Saves The Day Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:04:49 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-598572 [...] two years ago we talked about Husky’s portable AC/DC power system. We’ve aired up a ball or bicycle tire with it here and there, but it largely remained stowed [...] [...] two years ago we talked about Husky’s portable AC/DC power system. We’ve aired up a ball or bicycle tire with it here and there, but it largely remained stowed [...]

]]> By: David http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-593536 David Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:12:41 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-593536 Hey all. I've a question. Has anyone just lost the ability to check the charge using the button? I noticed it wasn't lighting up when it was charging (as it should do) then realized once it was charged, that I couldn't check the charge level....nothing lights when I press the button. Anyone else have that problem? Hey all. I’ve a question. Has anyone just lost the ability to check the charge using the button? I noticed it wasn’t lighting up when it was charging (as it should do) then realized once it was charged, that I couldn’t check the charge level….nothing lights when I press the button. Anyone else have that problem?

]]> By: Zach http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-589487 Zach Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:18:43 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-589487 It looks like the compresser is the weak link. Mine mysteriously stopped working alltogether about a month ago, then when I brought it in from the garage to get the S/N etc, to give Husky/Home Depot a call, it fired right up. I supposed it could have been cold, but it's summer here and my garage hasn't dipped below 70 degrees. It also seems that from an 120V outlet will stop powering some devices when the votage meter gets down to around 11. Other than that, it's a nice unit. It looks like the compresser is the weak link. Mine mysteriously stopped working alltogether about a month ago, then when I brought it in from the garage to get the S/N etc, to give Husky/Home Depot a call, it fired right up. I supposed it could have been cold, but it’s summer here and my garage hasn’t dipped below 70 degrees.

It also seems that from an 120V outlet will stop powering some devices when the votage meter gets down to around 11.

Other than that, it’s a nice unit.

]]> By: Reid http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-531464 Reid Thu, 11 Sep 2008 02:48:48 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-531464 I have enjoyed using my HSK038 Portable POwer System unit, the 3 or 4 time since I purchased it a year ago. Great AC/DC system, area light, jump start, and once or twice as tire inflator. However, the compressor/inflator unit now refuses to work; no power, sound, pressure on guage, or output occuring, I will endeavor to reach the HUSKY POWER PRODUCTS toll-free PH nbr.(800) 916-7004 tomorrow (9/12/08). I like the unit, but am troubled that the compressor has malfunctioned at this point. (I can't locate the fuses referred to in the owner's manual). Anyone have any ideas pertaining to my query? Thanks. Reid I have enjoyed using my HSK038 Portable POwer System unit, the 3 or 4 time since I purchased it a year ago. Great AC/DC system, area light, jump start, and once or twice as tire inflator. However, the compressor/inflator unit now refuses to work; no power, sound, pressure on guage, or output occuring, I will endeavor to reach the HUSKY POWER PRODUCTS toll-free PH nbr.(800) 916-7004 tomorrow (9/12/08). I like the unit, but am troubled that the compressor has malfunctioned at this point. (I can’t locate the fuses referred to in the owner’s manual). Anyone have any ideas pertaining to my query? Thanks. Reid

]]> By: Lynn Cress http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-409733 Lynn Cress Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:08:06 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-409733 We bought the Husky portable AC/DC power system. It's smoking when you use the compressor(burning wire smell). According to Husky website, they do not have a model HSK037...Home Depot says I have to bring it in and they'll send out for repair. 800# says take to store and they'll replace. No # found to speak to Husky directly. Suggestions? Have others had this problem? We bought the Husky portable AC/DC power system. It’s smoking when you use the compressor(burning wire smell). According to Husky website, they do not have a model HSK037…Home Depot says I have to bring it in and they’ll send out for repair. 800# says take to store and they’ll replace. No # found to speak to Husky directly. Suggestions? Have others had this problem?

]]> By: Ron http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-353836 Ron Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:55:11 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-353836 For John Conant Had the same problem, just purchase an extended stem which are longer at the top and it will work fine. It will thread onto your existing steam. Autozone or one of the others and they are cheep. For John Conant

Had the same problem, just purchase an extended stem which are longer at the top and it will work fine. It will thread onto your existing steam. Autozone or one of the others and they are cheep.

]]> By: Ron http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-353812 Ron Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:39:31 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-353812 Best bet is Batteries Plus, they usually can match or offer a sub. http://www.batteriesplus.com/ They may have already did such a replacement and could help. Best bet is Batteries Plus, they usually can match or offer a sub.

http://www.batteriesplus.com/

They may have already did such a replacement and could help.

]]> By: Henry http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-283484 Henry Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:25:32 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-283484 anyone know how to replace the battery on this Husky ? It 's well built and cleverly engineered, but I can't figure out how to open, and replace battery. The instruction book recomends taking into into the shop, but Husky now owned by B&D, who no longer makes this model and will not fix it. this machine is a quality pieces of equipment a shame to throw it out . anyone know how to replace the battery on this Husky ? It ’s well built and cleverly engineered, but I can’t figure out how to open, and replace battery. The instruction book recomends taking into into the shop, but Husky now owned by B&D, who no longer makes this model and will not fix it. this machine is a quality pieces of equipment a shame to throw it out .

]]> By: celso vargas http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-270776 celso vargas Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:50:05 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-270776 HY I BUY HUSKY PORTABLE AC/DC POWER SYSTEM AND I TRY TE GET THE WARRANTY WATH I HAS TO DO TO GET THAT WARRANTY EMAIL ME IT HAS THE SOLUTION FOR THE PROBLEM TANKS CEJAUTO@HOTMAIL.COM HY I BUY HUSKY PORTABLE AC/DC POWER SYSTEM AND I TRY TE GET THE WARRANTY WATH I HAS TO DO TO GET THAT WARRANTY
EMAIL ME IT HAS THE SOLUTION FOR THE PROBLEM TANKS
CEJAUTO@HOTMAIL.COM

]]> By: John Conant http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-202040 John Conant Sat, 12 Jan 2008 15:17:11 +0000 http://toolmonger.com/2006/10/31/hands-on-huskys-portable-acdc-power-system-4/#comment-202040 I unfortunately have two unusable power packs. I cannot use the first one I bought because the part that fits over the tire stem gets stuck on the stem. I was able to remove it with great difficulty. It ruined the stem on the tire. The second one I bought is also tough to get off. I cannot use it now because the latch handle that locks it on the stem broke. I have had to go back to use my 20 year old portable Campbell-Hausfield compressor when I need air. What a disappointment. I unfortunately have two unusable power packs. I cannot use the first one I bought because the part that fits over the tire stem gets stuck on the stem. I was able to remove it with great difficulty. It ruined the stem on the tire. The second one I bought is also tough to get off. I cannot use it now because the latch handle that locks it on the stem broke. I have had to go back to use my 20 year old portable Campbell-Hausfield compressor when I need air. What a disappointment.

]]>