I want to paint...

[langy]

I use 2 pack at home and its fine but you have to use a good mask, I use the 3M short duration mask, also wear gloves and a paper paint suit as it can apparently be taken in through your skin,the fumes will hang around for a few hours so when you go back to look at what you did put the mask on, i wear my mask when mixing the paint also.

Its all common sense really as other than air nothing is good to breathe. Cellulose isn't good for you either

If you have a big compressor get yourself a HVLP gun as they spray at a lower pressure and have minimal overspray.

A good primer to use is Epoxy primer, this is a 2 pack also but sticks like you wouldn't believe.

I like to use Lechlar paint, its not very expensive and not cheap either but gives great results, Max Meyer is good too, beware of cheap paints as thats exactly what they are.

The paint looks good.

Think I'll have to ask a few people about using 2 pack at home.

 

[malcolm]

Well worth a read of this thread for 2K safety regarding filter masks langy - it can be nasty old stuff. I think some of the filter masks are technically OK but they have to seal perfectly to work and they don't. I've got an air fed but have taken to getting other people to spray the 2K for me.

 

[langy]

Yep i've read all that stuff, The mask i use is the 3M mask for 2 pack paint, I know lots of people that use them, I also have an air fed for big jobs.

Well worth a read of this thread for 2K safety regarding filter masks langy - it can be nasty old stuff. I think some of the filter masks are technically OK but they have to seal perfectly to work and they don't. I've got an air fed but have taken to getting other people to spray the 2K for me.

 

[langy]

Maybe not the case in the thread you mentioned but there is 2 masks sold for use with paint by 3M, can't remember the model numbers but 1 of them is no good for 2 pack, I had one of them by mistake and knew it wasn't right in seconds as I could smell the paint even while mixing it.

 

[fran9r]

Thanks for all the input fellas.

I'm using a sealey gun, following a reccomendation -I would absoloutely love a top of the range gun, but I just want to see what I'm capable of 1st, then if I get reasonable results I will invest in all the top spec gear.

I spoke to the paint factors, so I understand the situation.

The guys spraying at home, what do you do re neighbours? It's not like I like mine, but just in case...

 

[jaykay]

my neighbours are fine.
as for the gun,you'll be ok with that.
remember that 2-3 thin coats are better then one heavy one.
just take it slow and practise.

 

[allkarma]

Thanks for all the input fellas.

I'm using a sealey gun, following a reccomendation -I would absoloutely love a top of the range gun, but I just want to see what I'm capable of 1st, then if I get reasonable results I will invest in all the top spec gear.



If i was you ,take back the sealey gun,i went down the same route as you,i brought a good but affordable gun...big mistake.
The sealey gun use` alot more cfm than say a devilbiss.
If you go on ebay you could pick up a a gravity feed gti for about £60 quid ,better air consumpsion ,flow pattern,everything.
Also you could pick up your paint on ebay too,also i know 2k is dangerous but its not as bad as people make out,just spray your panels outside,on someting elevated of the ground on a not so windy day.
Plus 2k laquer will help protect against stone chips ect.
Good luck

 

[fran9r]

Thanks for all the input fellas.

I'm using a sealey gun, following a reccomendation -I would absoloutely love a top of the range gun, but I just want to see what I'm capable of 1st, then if I get reasonable results I will invest in all the top spec gear.



If i was you ,take back the sealey gun,i went down the same route as you,i brought a good but affordable gun...big mistake.
The sealey gun use` alot more cfm than say a devilbiss.
If you go on ebay you could pick up a a gravity feed gti for about £60 quid ,better air consumpsion ,flow pattern,everything.
Also you could pick up your paint on ebay too,also i know 2k is dangerous but its not as bad as people make out,just spray your panels outside,on someting elevated of the ground on a not so windy day.
Plus 2k laquer will help protect against stone chips ect.
Good luck

Interesting, I'd always been put off second hand spray guns before. Not the case?

I really think I'll have a go first, it was reccomended, so hopefully it won't be too bad. If I get on well, it might become a primer gun and a posh new one taking paint/laquer duties.

 

[jaykay]

2nd hand is fine,as long as it dont need a rebuild.the cost will scare you.
also can you get spares for cheap no name guns????
had a few over the years,and just ended up in the bin for lack of spares.

 

[mike os]

I had a clarke pro gun... needed a new cup seal & air control screw.... cheaper to buy a new one.......

 

[jaykay]

a jga rebuild kit must be £100 nowadays.

 

[jaykay]

correction,can be had for £62.

 

[fran9r]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Devilbiss-Gen..._Body_Shop_Supplies_Paint&hash=item19bc32516b

Wow. I didn't think a Devilbiss was available at around £80. Anyone used that model before?

I've got a swingarm etch primered, hopefully I can have a go painting this weekend.

 

[mike os]

thats an FLG G5

good general purpose gun, I have one in preference to the GTI's...... only because I cannot justify the cost vs level of finish I can attain without a pro spray booth, & I'm not convinced I can actually do any better even with a GTI/SRI

probably the best sub £150 gun generally available IMO.

 

[fran9r]

thats an FLG G5

good general purpose gun, I have one in preference to the GTI's...... only because I cannot justify the cost vs level of finish I can attain without a pro spray booth, & I'm not convinced I can actually do any better even with a GTI/SRI

probably the best sub £150 gun generally available IMO.

Very interesting...specially in a category of sub £150! I'll see how I go with my current gun, then upgrade if I get reasonable results.

 

[jaykay]

that set up,1.8 is a bit large.more suited for primers.
check needle and air cap prices before you buy.

 

[mike os]

yep, meant to say try & get one with a 1.2 or 1.4 cap, you can get them later, but as you dont really need 1.8...?

 

[fran9r]

I'm a bit lost with the sizing, but don't worry, I'll ask you all before I buy!

 

[langy]

good advice from jaykay, 1.4 or 1.6 are good sizes, at the end of the day you can have the best gun in the world and still get a poor job, knowing how to use your gun will get the best job and practice.

 

[jaykay]

jk

just had a look,and sprayguns direct will sell you it with a 1.4 setup.