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  • From: Essex England
Air Brush
Posted by spacepacker on Sunday, July 29, 2012 4:55 PM

Just bid and won this on Ebay @ £59.00.

Never used one before and it will be some time before I do. I realise this will not be best, probably a clone but it will give me a start. Quite looking forward to it.

Hinsky,eat your heart outBig Smile...cheers....Kenny

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Posted by TomZ2 on Sunday, July 29, 2012 5:29 PM

Get *ANY* airbrush book from your library/AbeBook/Amazon/etc., about 90% has been the same.

Occasional factual, grammatical, or spelling variations are inherent to this thesis and should not be considered as defects, as they enhance the individuality and character of this document.

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  • From: England
Posted by P mitch on Monday, July 30, 2012 9:41 AM

I have the big brother of this one with the dual cylinder and it works fine for me, been going strong for 3 years now with no problems at all. Don't imagine the brush will be up to much but be nice to get some practice with

Phil

"If anybody ever tells you anything about an aeroplane which is so bloody complicated you can't understand it, take it from me: it's all balls." R J Mitchell


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  • From: Texas
Posted by wbill76 on Monday, July 30, 2012 10:53 AM

Same type of compressor I use. The moisture trap and pressure control valve will be the most important components and allow you to adjust PSI if you so desire (something I rarely do any more). Nice set up!

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  • From: Essex England
Posted by spacepacker on Monday, July 30, 2012 12:07 PM

Thanks to every one for your replys

Bill, I'm much encouraged by the replies I'm receiving.

I must admit I was rather worried, spares are available from this company which might be of some help.

It comes with 0.3 nozzle? and 0.2 and 0.5 are available...cheers....Kenny

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  • From: Texas
Posted by wbill76 on Monday, July 30, 2012 3:56 PM

0.3 nozzle ought to suit most of your needs but if you get the chance you should pick up the smaller ones as well...they will help you deal with fine-line work more easiy should you decide to go that route in the future with your painting. Smile

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  • From: Hatfield
Posted by Misty on Monday, July 30, 2012 4:12 PM

looks similar to mine. if there is a drain on the bottom then make sure you use it, i also had to buy an inline moisture trap as the regulator didnt cope too well on its own.

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  • From: Kincheloe Michigan
Posted by Mikeym_us on Monday, July 30, 2012 4:18 PM

wbill76

Same type of compressor I use. The moisture trap and pressure control valve will be the most important components and allow you to adjust PSI if you so desire (something I rarely do any more). Nice set up!

Bill I have a Coleman compressor that I have been using for 10+ years with no problem. Though I probably should install a moisture trap if I can find one. Otherwise I can use my dads pancake compressor which has a internal moisture trap. But I have a several Airbrushes including one Badger single action several Testors/Aztek airbrushes at least one single action one double action and several External mix sprayers a knockoff version of the Badger 350 single action and what looks like a Harbor Freight copy of a Badger 150 Double action.

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  • From: Essex England
Posted by spacepacker on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 1:10 PM

Well it arrived this morning, very quick delivery.

It's sitting in the corner looking all shiny and sparkly.

I don't know when I will get some practice in,,,,to be honest I think I'm terrified...cheers....Kenny

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  • From: Rugby, England
Posted by Hinksy on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 6:03 PM

Hey Kenny,

Nice buy at a darn good price - the compressor looks fine and the moisture trap is a must so that's a result!

I've been airbrushing for about two years now and always with the same set up. Well, as you know I bought a new set up that was the same as my existing one to use while the compressor got serviced - I really rate my set up and don't need anything else at the minute but a new gun may be on the cards next year. It's nice to know that I have a back up now my old compressor is back!

I found it pretty easy tbh. Is the gun a dual action - if so have plenty of practice as it takes a while to get the hang of. I use 0.3mm for all my work and I find it to be a good all round size. You may find the bigger nozzle useful if airbrushing Vallejo primers as they are a bit gloopy.

Don't forget the bottle of airbrush cleaner and remember - no Cellulose Thinner for cleaning it or it's bye bye 'O' Rings!

I look forward to seeing what you can do with it Kenny! Areyou an Acrylic man out of interest?

All the best buddy,

Ben

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  • From: Essex England
Posted by spacepacker on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 3:22 PM

Jimmy D, thanks for looking in.

Ben, I was hoping you would 'pop' in because it was you that pushed me over the edge into buying one.

I have just bought this on Ebay

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You mentioned cleaning fluid, I use Acrylics mixed with water up untill now, so would I not just clean with water. Yes the gun is dual action...cheers....Kenny

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  • From: Hatfield
Posted by Misty on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 4:04 PM

You can flush through with water but if it dries water will not really do, you will end up with bits blocking the nozzle. I always do the cleanout with alcohol after flushing with water for water based acrylics.

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  • From: Essex England
Posted by spacepacker on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 5:04 PM

talentless, thank you for a very usefull tip...cheers....kenny

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  • From: Right Side of a Left State
Posted by Shellback on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 6:31 PM

Be sure to use it right away , at least for practice . If there is anything wrong with it you'd want to find out right away before any warranty is out dated .Not much goes wrong with these really .

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Posted by spacepacker on Thursday, August 2, 2012 2:24 AM

Shellback, thanks for the good advice...cheers....Kenny

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  • From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA
Posted by tigerman on Thursday, August 2, 2012 2:29 AM

I have a very similar compressor as you. It came with a dual-action AB, and I found it difficult to use, plus I'm very partial to my Badger 200.

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 Eric 

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Posted by Sapperjon on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 8:13 AM

Hi, Instead of buying the Brand Name AB cleaners ( Vallejo,Iwata Medea etc ) you can use a car screen wash , Tesco's own brand cost 3.50 for 5 litres whereas the named brands cost 8 - 12 Pounds for a litre, afterwards just rinse through with distilled water..........sapperjon

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Posted by Sapperjon on Saturday, November 16, 2013 11:49 AM

This is only for Acrylic paints

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