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Old 01-23-2010, 09:30 PM
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cool. I have everything but paint. Will get a respirator from work
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I would think this set up should be good for a while. Not the greatest quality but should function well as long as you keep it clean and thin the paints properly. Use Fascolor or Createx water based paints instead of the Pactra laquer based ones. Easier to fix mistakes and clean up is a lot better. No fumes either.

Biggest challenge for me has been figuring out how much to thin each color as they seem to require different amounts to work right with a 3mm needle. I am using a Parma F1 which is similar in design to yours and works well. Keep the air pressure as low as posible too as it will help eliminate spider webbing and dry tip problems. 15lb to 25lb should be plenty if thinned properly.

Oh, and get use to putting down light coats and build up to the color you want. I always tend to put down too much paint and regret it.
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So if i use water base, i can paint inside?

Does the water base paints looks as good as lacquer's and urethane?
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Here's a great DVD for beginners
http://www.airbrushaction.com/dvds/a...ecial-f/x.html

You can get usually for about $30.00 else where online.

This guy is one of the best there is. You can also check out his art at: www.gotpaint.com
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Originally Posted by dreaux
So if i use water base, i can paint inside?

Does the water base paints looks as good as lacquer's and urethane?
Yes and yes.
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i have the g22-excellent airbrush

u will need a better compressor

tip-on the g22.....you unscrew the cap to get thinner lines....when you clean the brush,twist off the next "cap"...make sure this is clean and free...dried paint here will prevent the brush from sparying properly

I love my brush its a good buy
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