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Posted: 9/11/2012 9:04:37 AM EDT
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Hello all, i have a couple questions about duracoating my DPMS LR 308.
#1. I thought i was buying a HVLP sprayer but when i got to harbor freight the one i was looking at had a much bigger cup, like an 8 oz. thought that was over kill in size for something that was only going to have at max 1-2 ounces in it so i bought this one http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/paint/adjustable-detail-spray-gun-92126.html but then noticed its not an HVLP sprayer. Will this one still work or do i need to go and get an HVLP? #2. I have seen some info you can coat the inside of the rifle, the area the bolt actually sits. this seems counter intuitive to me as it already has tight tolerances. Is there any truth to this? and if so why would you want to. Thanks in advance everyone! |
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Hello all, i have a couple questions about duracoating my DPMS LR 308. #1. I thought i was buying a HVLP sprayer but when i got to harbor freight the one i was looking at had a much bigger cup, like an 8 oz. thought that was over kill in size for something that was only going to have at max 1-2 ounces in it so i bought this one. 1-2 oz per painting session is good enough in my opinion. You don't want to mix too much up and waste the paint or have it start to cure in your paint gun. http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/paint/adjustable-detail-spray-gun-92126.html but then noticed its not an HVLP sprayer. Will this one still work or do i need to go and get an HVLP? #2. I have seen some info you can coat the inside of the rifle, the area the bolt actually sits. this seems counter intuitive to me as it already has tight tolerances. Is there any truth to this? and if so why would you want to. I say NO to coating inside for reasons you mentioned. Thanks in advance everyone! |
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YYou need not a High Volume paint gun for this application. Low Pressure is a good thing. I know other people who use HVLP spray guns with good results but it takes practice if you havnt used them before. You can easily overflow paint onto your surface and get runs. You'll also tend to waste some more paint.
Personally I use an artist / modeler's airbrush- see my recent post. This allows a lot more control into tight areas and works better for fine camo jobs. But to each his own. Coyote Tan Muzzy |
| I started with normal non HVLP and once I made the switch I have not looked back. HVLP does take some practice and learning your gun but a good quality mini HVLP will give you a better spray. DeVilbiss SRI Pro is my favorite as well as the DeVilbiss DAGR airbrush for small thin lines. You will find that spray guns are like cars....everyone likes something different for different reasons. |
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