subject: Train Horn Kits Can Be Added to Any Vehicle [print this page] Train Horn Kits Can Be Added to Any Vehicle
First, realize that all of the components are not necessarily installed together in the same location.
For example, the horns may be mounted on the roof to show them off, inside the engine compartment, inside either of the bumpers or rear quarter panels, along the frame rails, or even inside an empty wheel well. If you're installing in a truck, the horns could also be installed in the bed. Part of deciding where they will go is determining how many are in the train horn kits you're most interested in.
The air tank, on the other hand, can be placed anywhere it will fit. It could certainly go on a truck bed, but underneath the truck is a more common location. It can also be mounted under a seat-assuming it fits-or along the frame rail. If you choose this last option, be aware of the tank's weight and make sure that strong mounting hardware is used. Finally, some truck owners will install the tank and the compressor together in a utility box that's on the bed of the truck.
When deciding where to locate the air compressor, keep in mind that it is a working motor and must be situated so that there's adequate circulation so that it doesn't overheat. You'll also want to be sure to keep it away from places with the potential for excessive heat or moisture, which are both common to trunks.
Truck drivers most often install the air compressor under a seat, on the floor in back, or as mentioned previously inside a utility box. Regardless of the location you choose, just make sure it is protected from the weather, road spray and heat. It should never be installed in an outside location.
As you can see, determining where the train horn kits components will be installed needs to be decided early in the purchasing process. Otherwise, you could end up with a package that while it looks good, it simply won't fit your vehicle.
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