Xenodrgn

Ok, I might wanna ask for the stuff so I could have an air gun, and an air supply for rotary tools and such... What exactly do I need, and where can I get it thats it's good quality stuff, but not billion dollar stuff?

I'll need the compressor right? And then a regulator, some pressure rated rubber hose, and some fittings, one for with a chuck for a die grinder/rotary tool, one for an air gun. What else can you do with these things?

Any mistakes you made when you got your that I should learn from?

Thanks guys!

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1985 Camaro SC - 2.8L, auto.

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TomP

Good choice! Home Depot & Lowe's have compressors that can do the job. Mine's by Campbell Hausfeld...I think it's got a 20 gal tank, and I think 3.5 HP? (Oh- be careful of some compressors 4 HP & up- they need 220 volt outlets.) You can get a nice unit for $350 or so. Don't forget that Home Depot & Lowe's Home Improvement "fight" each other for your business- if Lowe's has a compressor cheaper, go to Home Depot, since HD will beat Lowe's prices by 15%! I found mine for that price at Walmart, of all places, and it came with a tool kit (hose, impact gun, cut-off tool, paint gun), so shop around. Hope Depot sold my same compressor for the same price- but without a tool kit.

Look for a high SCFM at 90 PSI; that's how most tools are rated. All compressors can hold a large amount of PSI than the tool needs- but it's the ability of the compressor to "keep" feeding the tool is what counts. For instance- if I had a die grinder rated at 10 SCFM @ 90 SPI, and my compressor's at 8 SCFM @ 90 PSI, I can still use the grinder- but only in "bursts"- continuous use will empty the compressor's tank. You probably won't be able to power a rotary 8" sander with a $300 compressor- but, you'll need a $800 one! (double digit SCFM's at 90 PSI)

I prefer Campbell Hausfeld's "serious duty" line of tools. They also have a "standard duty" (blue) line that's cheaper, just not as powerful. You can always upgrade later. Ingersol Rand & SnapOn are other good names, but you'll pay big. Home Depot's got some, by Husky. (Some Walmarts sell campbell hausfeld!) http://www.harborfreight.com has some cheapies; I've got a d/a sander and air grease gun from 'em. They work pretty well; but I wouldn't expect a $20 impact gun to break anything free!


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-Tom P (Hot rodded 1986 Firebird 2.8l)

Camaro_hunter_d

I just got the cheap Camble Housfeld 5 HP? 33 gal tank from wally world. 260-270ish with tax and stuff. I got it last year and it has run everything of mine no probs. Air gun, paint gun, air wratchet, angle grinder/Wizzer wheel, ect.
I have no real complaints about it. Just have to be careful using the wizzer wheel and go slow cause it drains the tank real quick, but it has done everything to my satisfaction.

Reno

I"ll just tag in here I guess...

What size/SCFM tank would I need to paint my car? Just looking into it as an option. the Maui Blue is really starting to irritate me.

-Reno

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86Chicken

I have a Craftsman 25 gallon upright that is rated at 5 or so scfm at 90psi (I think). It is plenty for car painting, although I usually use a small spray gun so I don't waste too much (that stuff is expensive!!).

It does have a bit of a hard time with some cheap-o air tools that are not very efficient and use a lot of air. Overall,though, it is very capable.

You get what you pay for with air tools. I once got a set with imapct, ratchet and chisel for $30. They all work OK but do not expect them to do much heavy work. The impact can barely remove lug nuts I put on with a big ratchet.

Dale

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1986 FireBird V6

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TomP

Yeah, depends on the tool, Reno... the HVLP (gravity feed) guns usually require more SCFM than a regular paint gun. You might want to look at the guns first, then at compressors...


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-Tom P (Hot rodded 1986 Firebird 2.8l)

Reno

I've been pointed to HVLP Gravity fed guns, but then I've also heard a LOT of complaints about them. You have any suggestions Tom?

-Reno

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"We are the middle children of history. Our Great War is a spiritual war, our Great Depression is our lives" - T.D.

TomP

I dont' know; I haven't sprayed anything (yet). I have the original style paint gun; never used it. Seems like most of the pros are using the HVLP's; even in areas where paint regulations don't require it; so it seems like HVLP's the way to go. Plus; you get less overspray, and you waste less paint, which sounds like more $$ in your pocket.

Or hell, it could break even, after buying the expensive HVLP gun!


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-Tom P (Hot rodded 1986 Firebird 2.8l)

Camaro_hunter_d

I have the standard suction type and it works fine for me. I have primered both of my cams with it with a little under a over 6 quarts of primer.

TomP

Got the stats on mine; 5 HP, 20 gal.

bradkeith

Well here are my stats: At my house garage i have a 20 gallon and a 33 gallon tank piggy-backed together ran by a 5hp Briggs and a 2 piston air pump. Works good, but is an older setup. At my other garage i have a 80 Gallon Craftsman upright tank with a 6hp 220v . I have the 80 gallon at my big garage for painting. The last thing i want to happen during a paint job is to run out of air. i just bought a new HVLP Gravity feed paint setup and i've been dying to use it.

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1986 camaro with 92z28 gound effects, aero wing, 17in American Racing Pythons w/275'40's 4 3/4 Unlimited products cowl, 3.90 auburn gear rear-end with Steve Spohn adj LCA's,Panhard bar. 406 stroked to to 429 motor in the works.

1989 Iroc-z 5.7 white t-tops, 3.42's megashifter, 2 1/2 harwood cowl.