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===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ||
| + | *For consistent film build, don't start and stop at the same point every coat. For more information and photos, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542621 Spray technique]. | ||
| + | *Don't end a pass right at the end of a panel, where the masking begins. To prevent buildup, and to ensure an even coat, run the color over into the paper a good distance (up to a foot has been recommended). | ||
| + | *Use proper gun travel techniques. For more information, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html#post542807 Basics of gun travel]. | ||
| + | *To paint something in a tight area without access, use a paper towel tube. Spray down the tube as it's held over the spot that needs to be painted. | ||
| + | *Using a file or a fine hack saw, scribe a line in the 12 o'clock position on your gun when it's turned in all the way. This will make it easier to keep track of when making gun adjustments. | ||
*Practice spray technique with water in the gun. | *Practice spray technique with water in the gun. | ||
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*For very small tasks, an airbrush may be helpful. | *For very small tasks, an airbrush may be helpful. | ||
| − | * | + | *For HVLP guns with low air requirements: |
#Connect air fittings to a tee, and install a gauge. | #Connect air fittings to a tee, and install a gauge. | ||
| − | #Connect the assembly to | + | #Connect the assembly to the gun, and then regulate the pressure at the compressor until it's at the desired level. |
| − | #Now, | + | #Now, the assembly can be removed, and there'll be the proper pressure without all the extra hardware. |
====Cleaning spray guns==== | ====Cleaning spray guns==== | ||
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*For cleaning metal parts of paint guns, soak them in carburetor cleaner, and then rinse well. Don't soak plastic or painted parts. | *For cleaning metal parts of paint guns, soak them in carburetor cleaner, and then rinse well. Don't soak plastic or painted parts. | ||
*For many spray guns from Harbor Freight (a popular spray gun supplier), the finish will be removed when the gun is soaked in thinner or carburetor cleaner for cleaning purposes. | *For many spray guns from Harbor Freight (a popular spray gun supplier), the finish will be removed when the gun is soaked in thinner or carburetor cleaner for cleaning purposes. | ||
| − | *Try using an ultrasonic cleaner (about $30, used for cleaning jewelry) for cleaning | + | *Try using an ultrasonic cleaner (about $30, used for cleaning jewelry) for cleaning an HVLP gun. Lacquer thinner or glass cleaner have been recommended as potential solvents for use in an ultrasonic cleaner. |
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