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Compressor
Does anybody have any thoughts on a compressor that will run a DV1 base coat and DV1 clear coat guns? I just purchased both of them, and my compressor won’t handle them, so I was maybe wondering if somebody had some suggestions thanks for your time
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@Richard Infield For the DV1 spray guns, that is borderline. The compressor will be running the entire time you're spraying, and getting that air dry will be problematic. You could install an aftercooler, or a second storage tank to provide more capacity, and that may help. Good luck.
Great tool for removing trash
Just ordered this to keep on hand when something lands in your clear. This was specifically marketed towards vehicle wrap installers. It has a very fine flexible tip with tiny little barbs all over the sides kinda like a fish hook on steroids. Not a paid endorsement, but I thought it was super cool. Definitely going in my booth cart. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS5PFBM6
Great tool for removing trash
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That looks like a great little tool. A bit pricey for what it is, but if you need it, you need it, and the clearcoat won't wait on Amazon. I do have the dental picks and tweezers that Aaron had recommended in my booth box, and have used both already. This may be a good addition to have for that one unanticipated special situation.
The journey begins… paint booth equipment collection trip
Just left on my two- or three-day trip to pick up the used paint booth setup I purchased in June. My first stop is in 300 miles to pick up a secondhand refrigerated air dryer. Then I’ll continue another couple of hours to the small town where the pile of equipment is. It will be a long day because vans with trailers are limited to 50 mph in Finland.
The journey begins… paint booth equipment collection trip
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Very cool. Hopefully you'll be back and can tell us about your trip at Saturdays zoom meeting.
Tailgage Lettering
Monday, I finished scuffing the tailgate, and yesterday, I was able to mask off the FORD letters so that I can paint the them and bury it under the clearcoat. I sprayed the letters with a couple light coats of Wimbledon White and then a couple medium coats. After it flashed off, I unmasked it and found a few small areas that bled under the tape edges, and one area where the line was crooked. I was really frustrated, so I got the wife to take a look at it. She suggested sanding. I have to give her credit, it was a great idea. I got my 800 grit on the soft pad from the booth box, and carefully was able to clean up the edges. It only took a few minutes, but I thought it came out really pretty nice. After wiping it down, and tacking it off, I sprayed it with a couple coats of clear. No runs, and only a bit of orange peel. Painting the letters and burying them under the clear was a lot of work, but it looks great and I'm super happy with how it came out.
Tailgage Lettering
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@Nelson Anderson I've heard of that for painting walls, but didn't think of it. Does it work with automotive paint? I've not seen it done in any of the YouTube videos I've watched, but then, there are very few on painting the surface of the raised letters. Most just go straight to decals. Thanks for the ideas.
Drip rails
My first attempt at seal sealing the drip rails on 67 chevelle. Wasnt as bad as I thought it would be, used plenty of tape but still have a little cleanup to do. Glad I took the time to dig out the old and replace tho!
Drip rails
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Digging out the old sealer is a pain, but does make for a much better job. From what I can see, it's looking good.
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Ron Bell
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Retired from the Army, and career as a veterinarian. Now I am on to my next adventure, restoring old cars.

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