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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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pptom
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Have a look at 'gunman' on YouTube.
He's in Australia, but has close ties with spraygunsdirect, lots of good gun reviews and tutorials, especially the 'budget' end (£100 -£200 mark)
I brought an ANI mini gun which is very good for smaller stuff and a Devilbiss GPI (with primer and top coat nozzles) which I've used for 2 whole cars on the back of his reviews and very happy with them.
Much better than my first 'overspray special' cheapy first gun
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Thanks, will take a look. I've struggled to control the overspray on my cheap so glad you've said that.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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e30ben
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Sealey gold cup suction where known for a good finish for not much money....
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When are you painting it?
I've been reading alot about iso free 2k, seem to hear more dislike for it than like though.
I'd use it if I thought it would set properly, but I hear alot of people saying even 4-6 weeks on its still too soft to mask etc.
I'll be very interested to hear how you get on as I have a project to paint in a couple of weeks.
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93fxdl
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When are you painting it? I've been reading alot about iso free 2k, seem to hear more dislike for it than like though. I'd use it if I thought it would set properly, but I hear alot of people saying even 4-6 weeks on its still too soft to mask etc. I'll be very interested to hear how you get on as I have a project to paint in a couple of weeks. I tried some non iso paint, took weeks to harden so not recommended Ttfn Glenn |
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When are you painting it? I've been reading alot about iso free 2k, seem to hear more dislike for it than like though. I'd use it if I thought it would set properly, but I hear alot of people saying even 4-6 weeks on its still too soft to mask etc. I'll be very interested to hear how you get on as I have a project to paint in a couple of weeks. I tried some non iso paint, took weeks to harden so not recommended Ttfn Glenn This is what I've heard, takes ages, if it ever hardens. Also read you need alot of thinners in it and it can be tricky 're coating. Shame, sounded like the perfect option for me but I've not found a single report of people using it with any success. |
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Thanks everyone, interesting to read. I have to admit I didn't look for reviews, just jumped straight in.
My first panels to paint are only MX5 headlight lids so easy to rectify. After that is the rear panel, front wings and lower sides of the car so if the paint isn't up to scratch I'll have to forfeit the bigger stuff.
I have used the non-iso clear lacquer and that seems to harden fine in the height of summer
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Thanks everyone, interesting to read. I have to admit I didn't look for reviews, just jumped straight in. My first panels to paint are only MX5 headlight lids so easy to rectify. After that is the rear panel, front wings and lower sides of the car so if the paint isn't up to scratch I'll have to forfeit the bigger stuff. I have used the non-iso clear lacquer and that seems to harden fine in the height of summer I've heard it's at its worst when used in primers. Good to hear on the lacquer, would be a good solution if it works properly. As I say, let us know how it goes. I assume your not painting them any time soon? |
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Devilbiss finishline guns are great for the money. Also the devilbiss gti pro replicas on Aliexpress are supposed to be a great gun for the money.
I've been using gti pro's for the last 10+ years and can't fault them, maybe look at getting a 2nd hand one? 1.3mm would be a good all rounder.
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I've heard it's at its worst when used in primers. Good to hear on the lacquer, would be a good solution if it works properly. As I say, let us know how it goes. I assume your not painting them any time soon? Won't be long. They need a little more prep and I need to decide whether to buy a decent gun or not given the feedback on the paint. At least if the finish from the cheap gun isn't great two headlight lids won't be much of a workout to flat back...that's if it ever fully cures. |
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Devilbiss finishline guns are great for the money. Also the devilbiss gti pro replicas on Aliexpress are supposed to be a great gun for the money. I've been using gti pro's for the last 10+ years and can't fault them, maybe look at getting a 2nd hand one? 1.3mm would be a good all rounder. Devilbiss finishline aren't too far overbudget so I'll keep an eye out, thanks. GTi Pro is considerably over budget but I might be able to get one second hand around budget - what is the consensus on buying a second hand gun? |
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Devilbiss finishline guns are great for the money. Also the devilbiss gti pro replicas on Aliexpress are supposed to be a great gun for the money. I've been using gti pro's for the last 10+ years and can't fault them, maybe look at getting a 2nd hand one? 1.3mm would be a good all rounder. Devilbiss finishline aren't too far overbudget so I'll keep an eye out, thanks. GTi Pro is considerably over budget but I might be able to get one second hand around budget - what is the consensus on buying a second hand gun? If you could potentially test the gun with the person selling it if they have a compressor. Id normally just blast a bit of thinners through them to make sure no seals are leaking air or that you've got no air leaking back into the pot. Also check fan control, pressure control and air/paint mix control are working. |
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