idaho211
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Post by idaho211 on Jun 1, 2024 17:34:32 GMT -8
So ,
I am thinking of buying a auto paint gun set up to paint my trailer and old ford pickup. I am willing to spend a little more for a good quality one so I can keep it and use later for touch ups and misc parts. I am thinking of using the single stage paints. I have some time before I start so I wanted to hear some recommendations. I don’t need show room quality because it will be used and looking more for durability. Thanks.
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Post by hotrodjim on Jun 1, 2024 18:08:54 GMT -8
I been using my devilbiss spray gun for many years and love it.
If you’re thinking about taking on a large project like painting a pick up truck with body work, air tools definitely don’t short yourself on the volume of the tank at a minimum 60 gallons.
I would recommend 80 gallons.
I’m not a big fan of the diaphragm type of compressor as they are very loud..
I have one and it was given to me for free, I use ear protection every time I run the compressor it’s that loud.
Setting up to paint a truck is a large investment and you’ll be glad you have the extra volume
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Post by idaho211 on Jun 2, 2024 6:16:34 GMT -8
Hotrodjim thank you for the advice. I was wondering about the compressor size. Did you go with the vertical tank?
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Post by hotrodjim on Jun 2, 2024 13:22:24 GMT -8
Yes it’s vertical…
Takes up less space… I got this free from a neighbor that passed away and I was the only person that showed up to look at it… she even threw in $500 worth of air tools.. so I’m not complaining it does the job for restoring our vintage camper and very grateful .
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Post by hotrodjim on Jun 2, 2024 13:41:42 GMT -8
Forgot to mention definitely go with the 240 volt
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Post by idaho211 on Jun 2, 2024 15:15:51 GMT -8
Ok thanks
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Post by Teachndad on Jun 2, 2024 19:46:33 GMT -8
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Post by idaho211 on Jun 2, 2024 22:25:31 GMT -8
Thank you. I will check them out.
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