fongster Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 While cleaning out the garage, I came across my Paasche vl airbrush circa 1984. I used it in art school and it hasn't been used since. I hope I cleaned it out well before storing it, lol. I only used it at school since I didn't have a tank or compressor at home. I now have a 6 gal. Bostich that I use for brad nailing. I assume that'll work for an airbrush? What PSI should I use? What medium do you guys like to spray--waterbase and then clear coat, solvent-based, etc.? I can't wait to start paying with it. Thanks for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WannabeeFishing Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I have a new Paasche H model that shows 20-30 psi as the normal operating pressure. It also has a note to not exceed 75 psi. Paasche's websit is Paasche Airbrush Company - Airbrushes - Compressors - Airbrush Tanning - Airbrush Tattoos - Spray Booths - Spray Guns - Airbrush Tanning Spray Guns - Spray Booths - Spray Gun Kits - Airbrush Tanning and email is info@paascheairbrush.com. You might drop them a note to see if they can send you a manual if you don't have one. Happy spraying. Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KelpKritter Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Fongster, I don't want to get to personal over the web, but is this SWBA Fongster? Based on your viewable information I am guessing so. If so this is DaveB. from the same group. This is where I have been getting all the help in developing the crankbaits I have been making. If it is you we should hook up and do some painting. I just bought a new badger airbrush and have a lot to learn. DaveB. KelpKritter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodkaman Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I'm very confused. Maybe PM would be better for this trafic. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 The Bostich compressor will work just fine with a regulator and water trap. I use 15-40 psi depending on what I'm shooting. Most guys paint with airbrush acrylic paints like Createx, etc. and clearcoat with epoxy or polyurethane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fongster Posted February 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Fongster,I don't want to get to personal over the web, but is this SWBA Fongster? Based on your viewable information I am guessing so. If so this is DaveB. from the same group. This is where I have been getting all the help in developing the crankbaits I have been making. If it is you we should hook up and do some painting. I just bought a new badger airbrush and have a lot to learn. DaveB. KelpKritter Hi Dave, that's me. Talk to you soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
