Hey guys,

I am looking to get into the painting fun that I am missing out on. I have always wanted to learn to paint my cars and finally think I'm ready to learn.

My problem is I can't seem to decide on which HLVP system to get. As of now I have between 500-700 bucks to spend on the HVLP Turbines, guns, and sander (Sander I can probably add on to the amount I said above for)... So far I have received some good help on other forums but nothing specific.. I figure'd this being a painting section I might receive a little more detailed help.

What system would you buy for that kind of money? I need more specifics here, as in which model gun and why.. which model turbine and why.. or simply which turbine/gun kit and why?

I would like to get the best gun as possible in my price range of course with sacrificing as little quality as possible.

Please help. I've been wrapping my head around this for a week and still can't make a decision on what guns to get.. I just want to get started painting my cars and friends cars.. I love this kind of stuff.

Please point me in the right direction! If you were in my shoes, which parts would you buy to have a complete system?

 

what do you mean by turbine? Are you trying to get one of those airless paint systems? If so I have never used one thus I cannot help you in determining what setup is best. if you want to go with a conventional setup than I can suggest you get an 80 gallon or better compressor that puts atleast 175 psi out and as much CFM as possible. If you are going to get a piston driven one make sure you get an oiled version. If you get a screw type than you can probably go alittle smaller on the gallons. As they put out alot more psi and cfm.

Now as far as paint gun selection. I just bought the new SATA jet HVLP 3000 paint gun. Its about 550-700 depending on where you get it and if its digital or not. Personally I would not get the digital one as the gauge will brake on you eventually. I think its just a waste of an extra hundred bucks.

This is a great gun that you can base and clear with to start but eventually you will want to get an assortment of guns for different tasks. Here is a list of what I am using for what.

SataJet 90 1.3 - 1.4 tip size (I have two tip sizes depending on what paint product I am using) -This gun I use for clear coat only.

SataJet NR2000 1.4 tip size -This gun I use for base coat, and sealer.

SataJet 3000 HVLP 1.3 tip size -This gun I use for base coat only. Preferrably high metallics and pearls only.

Devilbiss PRI 1.8 tip size - Primer and custom paint applications of giant flake paints.

SataJet minijet 0.8 tip size -Jamb gun.

There are many more that you can get and a couple of different guns that I will be acquiring in the coming months that are great for said applications but you have to decide which gun you are most comfortable using for what application.

Hope I was helpful.

Josh

 

Yeah with a turbine you don't have to deal with a huge compressor, it also heats the air and removes moisture all at once.. It's also way more portable and easier to manage.

I had someone else recommend the NR2000 so I might check that out...

Thanks for your help!! I see you tend to go for more conventional guns, I'd like to go more HVLP only...

Anyone else got some opinions?

 

NR2000 is an hvlp as well. I like the HVLP as they use less paint than conventional guns. I only use conventional for clear.