I've been doing auto body for 40 years as a hobby and have fully restored vehicles. I just want to tell you I really appreciate your channel and style. It's no BS, you just get right into it without a lot hype. The devil is in the details: I like how you kind of show everything, even what some would consider not important. NIce tip on the gun. I just ordered one.
it would be nice if I could find a 1.0 tip for it.....the R100 comes with a 0.8 tip.....no other tips seem to be available for that one......I found a cheap HPLV with a 1.0 that worked for me......the tip size become very apparent when mixing powder and with clear to get the color desired...
After finishing a job at home today with this gun, I had to stop by and say thank you for the recommendation. I'm working in my home garage with a 4cfm compressor and have produced decent results with some cheaper and much more expensive guns than this one, but for the first time, I'm proud of the factory-like finish that I was able to lay down with this gun today with no buffing, sanding or polishing. I have dreaded this part of the jobs I've done so far but now I'm excited to do more. Really impressed with this gun ! Thanks!
Awesome! Hey, I really appreciate you letting me know about your experience with the gun. Helps me to dial in the content for the community. Let me ask you with the 4 cfm compressor did you use the technique of lowering air pressure along with the fluid volume to get your results? If not what we're you gun settings.
One of the best videos you put out by far, sometimes us beginners needs to see the adjustments of the gun, paint mixing procedure, air compressor/regulator setup.
About to do my first car spray job and this video was great. I have been watching spray vids all day and the R500 does seem to be the gun for me. Excellent info.
Hello from Australia. I bought one of these for my first attempt at painting part of my sons car. Watched hours & hours of different channels beforehand, yours Chris is one of the best! Learnt a lot. Thank you.
I did my international Scout with that gun, took the top, fenders, doors and windshield cowl off and sprayed them separately, then only had 2 body panels on the truck to do along with the door jambs. worked very well. did it with a 29 gallon 5cfm compressor.
Im a total noob and out of the 100's of videos ive watched, you have provided the easiest to understand info ive seen. You dont do a bunch of unnecessary talking about random stuff which i really appreciate when im just trying to learn! I also have a small compressor so this gun should be perfect. I was ready to drop 1k on a big boy compressor too. So thanks again!
If you get into it you may want that big compressor, but this is a work around to get your feet wet. I appreciate the kind words and support of the channel!
Thank you! I'd been looking at spray guns for too long already. I'm a beginner & didn't want to spend a lot to practice & learn. Bought this gun using your affiliate link! Awesome!
i have two of these guns. i also have a 25 gallon Costco compressor. i use the gun for painting kitchen cabinets. it works better than the way more expensive Fuji HVLP. this is some of the best $75 i spent
I've been spraying with this gun for the last two years now. It works wonders. I've made so much money with it. I've bought three more and a touch up gun
I've been using budget pps since day one. I also pick up the refill packs at Harbor Freight because it only costs about 10 bucks for enough to do an entire job or a few small jobs. I always use pps for clear because of the screen, but to save $$ I often use a regular cup for base and sometimes primer. Base isn't too bad to clean out.
Yeah the harbor freight may be the same not sure. I believe I got the adapter for this gunat HB. Appreciate the support ! I've watched some of your videos keep it up!
Your right about that. I've always been in the habit of judging how the clear is coming off the gun because for a long time I was painting with a smaller compressor. Wish I had this gun when I was struggling with air pressure. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoisei'm not much of a content creator( more of a content watcher) but I am going to try to document some work here and there so I can direct potential customers and they can check out what I do...
I've used lots of guns. From Profesional to harbour fraight $20 guns. Really the biggest issue is cleaning them. Make sure it's clean inside. Better guns are easier to clean and made better obviously. Good video explaining everything. Cheap guns can be a pain to clean if you don't have a gun cleaner lol
I am in the middle of painting My 1968 Camaro ( complete color change using PPG concept single stage ) in my tiny garage with a 30 gallon compressor ive done it once before on my previous car a 1965 mustang fastback. My only gun until a few days ago was a Warwick 881h HVLP. This gun would hardly put out any material because it needs13 cfm. My little compressor couldn't keep up... The amount of wet sanding and polishing ive had to do in the past to get a nice finish is insane. This gun the R500 is almost life changing!! for me 🤣....Iam so excited to spray the rest of my Camaro! I did a test panel yesterday and all I can say is wow. A real spray pattern and material iam just thrilled this gun has come to market for us garage DIY guys its a game changer for me.
There you go, that is a great testimonial on this paint gun from real world experience! Although I have plenty of air with my compressor. I have painted plenty with an air guzzling paint gun and a small compressor. I was excited to share this to help out all the diy guys. Thanks for sharing your experience and supporting the channel!
@@GarageNoise I had never heard of a "LVLP spray gun" until a week ago! I asked the guys at the paint supply shop if they had any guns that took less air than mine and they said not really your better off buying a 60 gallon or bigger compressor but like many other DIYers I can't make that happen in my situation so I started looking on YT and BOOM I found your videos! Thanks you for taking the time to produce them and sharing your knowledge 👍
You mentioned the significant overspray when shooting clear with the Aiwata gun. I appreciate that you said that as I have that gun and the first time I shot clear with it in my garage that was a very significant issue. I don't use the gun anymore just for that reason. It is a very good gun though as the end result is great, both color and clear.
For sure, If someone is spraying in a booth it's not an issue but without one ventilation is a problem. This gun make a significant difference. I appreciate you commenting and supporting the channel!
Good ole Rongpeng. That model has been around for years. Got one posing as an Astro Evo4014. Great gun back in the days and still today if anyone's still has it. If not, just find a Rongpeng, Sprayit sp-33000, and whatever else. It does atomize well, but way too slow for a whole car unless it's really compact.
Ive been holding off from trying to spray my car for fear of not having a big compressor and those expensive guns, seeing this i think i can give a go and have an amazing result, im gonna purchase through link most definately. Thank you for tips on air pressure thats gona be very helpful for me on my 1st attempt .
Global Autobody supplies in Canada has some wonderfully priced LVLP guns!! Been spraying this gun for 2 years on a 30 gallon compressor for woodworking.
I’m in Tulsa as well I watch your videos all the time ! I didn’t know you were based here , I just bought the r500 and earlier I also bought some paint for my truck from coops, pretty sure his son went to collision and refinishing school with me . Small world !
That's awsome! Appreciate the support! Let me know how you like the R500. I'm doing a video on the Aeropro A610 this sunday it's a updated version of the R500. Appreciate the comment brother!
"Pete's Hobbies" performed some side by side testing of various gun's CFM usages. The R500 came out at near 8 CFM, and not the 3.7 claimed CFM. I'm still going to get one because videos like yours provide so much information on the R500. (and I haven't sprayed a car since 1990). Wanted to provide this FYI incase gun is acting up while using a 5.5 CFM compressor.
Yeah, I don't feel like it's a sub 5 cfm gun. I can say it is the lowest air consumption compared to other guns I've owned and used. I feel like it's between 7-10 still very low
You talked me into the Aeropro R500. Thanks. I tried the el'cheapo Harbor Freight $15 gun and had to stop after my first coat. I just couldn't adjust my mixture to get a decent finish. So I'll do my next coat with the R500, after I do a little sanding
High pressure low volume guns what we used in the old days at home spraying lacquer based paints. Usually these have the paint tank under the gun not above it these required 7-12 CFM .
EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT video! i learned about 3 things i did not know from your video. I have been painting for 20 years ....Keep it up , I subscribed and will view often...Awesome dude!
I know, I have it as well. I bought the spray it R500. What I was saying is it looks. Like the Iwata, w400, the cap and nozzle fit it. That all I was saying. First best gun I bought. Thanks for your feedback.
I bought an Iwata touch up gun, suction type, with bowl, 3.5 cfm, and painted cars with it, I bought it a long time ago, very expensive, then when I had more air, I put a kit in it, to make it a high quality full size gun, 7.5 cfm, and painted many cars and my steel yacht with it. I thought it was a Meiji, which was the other expensive quality choice, but I just took a look at it.
I own one of those guns and for the money you can't beat the results of the finish, on spraying you just to go super slow to get a great finish. I don't spray a lot with this gun because I have so many to paint with but for small or jobs that you're in no rush this is the gun that will save you finish time but over all I think it's about the same time wise because of how slow you go to color and clear what ever you're spring, I believe I purchased this gun from summit racing, and for the money it's a jim of a buy !
This is just what I’ve been looking for, I’m not a painter but I want to paint my motorcycle myself but didn’t want to pay hundreds of dollars on a gun that I probably will only use one or two times, thanks for the video
I've had that gun for about 2 years now. I use it with a 27 gallon compressor. It is great for spraying base coats. It's good for clear too, if you calibrate it JUST RIGHT.
Awesome! If I can answer any questions let me know. You can also send me pictures of your project at my email garagenoise247@gmail.com I'd be interested in checking it out. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoise I have been using the Roberlo ME1 primer that Coops sells. I have been using a HF purple gun drilled out to the specs I have found on other videos, I can't recall at the moment... 5.3 maybe... anyway, will this gun spray the thicker primer? I have two 20 gallon compressors hooked together to supply more air.
My set up is a mini HpLv with duel in lines filters. And a harbor freight ulta quiet compressor, it has no problem keeping up air. And they are not expensive. I can't believe I'm promoting them lol. I'm a hater🤣 but everything works well I paid $35 for the gun a decades ago. About 200 for the compressor. I like this guy's info. And I'm going to check out this lphv gun.
Your gun has an extension piece from the gun body to the cup if I go with that disposable cup system from spray IQ will the cups still fit it’s pretty tight without that piece
Nice tutorial. What is the size of the compressor ideal for this gun? I need to buy a budget compressor. Can you also give details about the CFM and PSI?
I'd mentioned to you in another video that my R500 came with a damaged air cap. But, since I didn't use it until after the return date, I now have a paper weight. Moral: Inspect on arrival.
the upol primer works well as a sealer also, I am glad you are telling people about that, the 2892 is also good clear, I like that it is system 20 meaning its uses the same activator, edit, upol says the primer can be tinted,I have never done it though, it would be interesting to try
Yes, somthing I neglected to mention is the activator is interchangeable. I would like to try tinting that sealer as well. Appreciate the comment and thanks for the support!
@@GarageNoise no, I did not know that, I used to mix acrylic enamel years ago, I dont remember anything different in it but maybe some clear other than toner,I use the same reducer and activator for sealer as I do basecoat,so no, that doesnt add up to me, Ill try it anyway on a test panel
HI, got me one of these guns not used just yet looking forward to using it the model I got is the A610 which is the same as the one you're using only rebranded - great video thanks
Awesome video. Just one question. At the end although the paint looked fantastic and smooth I could see quite a few specs in the paint. Was this dust caught in the clear or was it caused by the gun ?
Italco mini shine 1.2mm lvmp/ hvlp, around $55-60 here. Its a mini gun, but the hvlp version spray around 22-24cm fan almost like a full size gun. The lvmp model spray smaller fan but still usable and consume less air. I only have the hvlp version, but some user say they only use 1hp airless compressor with the 1mm nozzle and it works well. Italco is a premium brand of auarita. I got several gun with this brand, most auarita model only suitable as a hobby level gun. Its more durable than many chinese brand gun.
I am taking automotive painting and color matching at my local university campus up the street. I don't have a ton of money to spend on equipment, and I have a completely different purpose for taking the classes. I restore Ovation guitars, and I want to be able to paint the bowls (composite fiberglass bodies) and tops. The paint job and explanation were great, with one caveat. I didn't hear you specify what CFM would be required of the compressor. Obviously, what I will be painting isn't even a tenth of the square inches of that bumper cover, so I am wondering what I need. I have been looking at 20-30 gallon tanks with a 5hp motor on the compressor. They typically put out between 8-10 CFM @ 40psi. By your description, I am guessing that would be adequate. Thanks for the video, explanation, and recommendation on the gun!
Hi! Absolutely loved the video with the very thorough explanation of the garage setup with all the tricks to get around using a booth and with all the tips and techniques explanation. Saved the video, thank you so much! I got a question. Most probably a stupid one. I got a 4.8 gallons compressor with 2.2CFM@90PSI. I know, I know, it's not "small" but rather "tiny" in the car paint world. But the question is, is it even possible to paint a small car (a Mazda Miata NB) with an R500 type of the paint gun and this compressor with some struggle for a newbie, or it's a 100% one way ticket to a failure? Thanks!
I appreciate the comment and support. Unfortunately I don't think that compressor is going to get the job done. You need about 6cfms, typically that's about a20-30 gallon compressor.
Great video !. Thanks!. Question. At the end of video, when you showed a final result after applied a clear coat I noticed some dust or debris particles in clear coat. What would be the best way to clean them ? Wait till the clear is dry and sand it with 2000-3000? Or scrape with blade,send, And polish the sanded area. Any special tips? Thanks again for a videos 🤘🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Hey man, I appreciate all your videos! I love how I don’t see anyone else “giving their secrets away” like you do. Have you gotten ahold of Speedokote stuff yet!! Their clear is hard to beat for their price!
This is an awesome video! What are the supplies you used called? Like the pump you had for the big one that you used to clean your gun? And what what that thing you used to flush out the gun?
*_I really appreciate these videos. I'm wondering though, why not just paint the entire bumper? By my account you painted slightly more than three quarters of it. So, Why not just do the entire bumper. Looking forward to learning more about what you do, I just retired so I'm looking to restore my Bronco but the one thing I have no experience at is painting and I don't want to pay big Bucks to have someone else do it._*
The reason is color match. If you notice I tried to stay away from the end of the bumper cover where it meets up with the quarter panel. Appreciate the comment and support brother!
I agree with the last comment: A+. I do have one question; when painting modern bumper covers or 1970s bumper fillers do you have to add some kind of flexible agent to all the products to prevent cracking? Please explain. Thanks,Ed
I'm going to get one of these guns. Got to try it out. I do a lot of painting with a 30 gallon tank compressor. Mostly small repairs. And, you got an O'Reillys that handles Nason? Wish ours did.
Great video! I have been researching guns for a while and just pulled the trigger and ordered one from your Amazon link. Now, how do I get the cup you use rather than the one that comes with the gun? Thank you.
Hey man. I really appreciate that and I appreciate the comment and the support. I will leave a link for the disposable cups that I use. You can go with the segola, disposable cups or the ones in this video, they're spray IQ.amzn.to/3whOmK1 amzn.to/3Uo6EkH
Another great video. I'm not a painter but want to learn. Got some cars I'm restoring. Is the reducer you used just standard urethane reducer. Again I really enjoy watching you show and share your knowledge.
Thank's brother! Yes, just standard urethane reducer. Good luck on your restoration hope the content is helpful in your project. Appreciate the support!
I’m so glad I found your channel. Just subscribed and went through a few videos. I’m looking to repaint one of my cars at home. Going to pick up this LVLP up but wanted to see if you could advise if a Kobalt 26gal that’s 4.5 cfm at 90psi would be okay or do I need something that’s even bigger? Thanks again, appreciate all your videos!
It would probably get the job done, I like to see at least 6cfm. I always say buy as much cfm as you can afford. Harbor freight makes one 30 gallon close to 6cfm for under 300 I believe. Hope this helps appreciate the sub and support! Welcome to the community!
Great video and editing, I teach at Tulsa Tech in the collision refinishing class we just watched this video since I am always looking at cheaper spray guns for my students to purchase as your first gun set up!!
Awesome! That's cool, curious if your getting alot of students for the program? It really would be a great first gun set up and there's also a kit available with a touch up gun as well. Appreciate you sharing and the support!
Hi Chris. Which out of the two do you prefer, the 610 or the 500? And can you a video on paint please this whole primer, sealer thing is preventing me from gettining started on a car that is ready for paint. Thanks
I like both guns, If you looking for a first gun you might start with the r500 you can find them dirt cheap. What video are you requesting ? Not following you.
@GarageNoise thank you for replying. I'm confused about what primer is and sealer is. I thought it was the same thing just by a different name. In this video you have a sand on a light grey section of the bumper cover, then you sprayed a grey over that. Can you please explain what goes where and why.
Love the video, thanks. I want to start spraying my cabinets that I custom make with a paint gun and need a set up. I am thinking about purchasing this gun. Any budget recommendations on an air compressor that would do the job?? I have a 2 CFM HF air compressor that I have used with a hopper/gun for wall texturing but I am doubtful I would get good results with lacquer? Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
Very great sir...can I ask question sir....using r500 lvlp with 1.3 tips can spray a primer...I mean using this spray gun 1.3mm for primer, basecoat and clear...is it possible sir... hopefully you can answer sir.... thank you...🥰
I’m not a painter but I’ve used rattle can paint on small projects and it turned out good. But when I’ve tried to paint with a paint gun it looks bad always get orange peel I try to do everything just right but always turns out wrong.
Great video and great information but i have a question , would this gun be suitable for spraying a satin black 2 pac , will be respraying my car soon and going with a satin 2pac so I won't be clearing over it
I've been doing auto body for 40 years as a hobby and have fully restored vehicles. I just want to tell you I really appreciate your channel and style. It's no BS, you just get right into it without a lot hype. The devil is in the details: I like how you kind of show everything, even what some would consider not important. NIce tip on the gun. I just ordered one.
Thank's brother really appreciate the kind words and support. Good to know what you as a viewer like about the channel helps me make better content.👍
it would be nice if I could find a 1.0 tip for it.....the R100 comes with a 0.8 tip.....no other tips seem to be available for that one......I found a cheap HPLV with a 1.0 that worked for me......the tip size become very apparent when mixing powder and with clear to get the color desired...
After finishing a job at home today with this gun, I had to stop by and say thank you for the recommendation. I'm working in my home garage with a 4cfm compressor and have produced decent results with some cheaper and much more expensive guns than this one, but for the first time, I'm proud of the factory-like finish that I was able to lay down with this gun today with no buffing, sanding or polishing. I have dreaded this part of the jobs I've done so far but now I'm excited to do more. Really impressed with this gun ! Thanks!
Awesome! Hey, I really appreciate you letting me know about your experience with the gun. Helps me to dial in the content for the community. Let me ask you with the 4 cfm compressor did you use the technique of lowering air pressure along with the fluid volume to get your results? If not what we're you gun settings.
What is the minimum size to tank you would recommend for this sprayer@@GarageNoise
One of the best videos you put out by far, sometimes us beginners needs to see the adjustments of the gun, paint mixing procedure, air compressor/regulator setup.
Oh good! Thank's for the input, I did it a little differently and wasn't sure how it would be recieved. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoise What size hose would you recommend I use for this spray gun??
@@chrisplayz9739 I always use a 3/8 hose. It works well. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoise thank you for your help, i have a 20 gallon husky compressor with 4 scfm at 90 psi and im gonna try to learn to paint with the r500
@@chrisplayz9739no way i have the same compressor.. how did it go?
About to do my first car spray job and this video was great. I have been watching spray vids all day and the R500 does seem to be the gun for me. Excellent info.
You can't go wrong with this gun.
Hello from Australia. I bought one of these for my first attempt at painting part of my sons car. Watched hours & hours of different channels beforehand, yours Chris is one of the best! Learnt a lot. Thank you.
Awesome! Appreciate the comment and support!
I did my international Scout with that gun, took the top, fenders, doors and windshield cowl off and sprayed them separately, then only had 2 body panels on the truck to do along with the door jambs. worked very well. did it with a 29 gallon 5cfm compressor.
Im a total noob and out of the 100's of videos ive watched, you have provided the easiest to understand info ive seen. You dont do a bunch of unnecessary talking about random stuff which i really appreciate when im just trying to learn! I also have a small compressor so this gun should be perfect. I was ready to drop 1k on a big boy compressor too. So thanks again!
If you get into it you may want that big compressor, but this is a work around to get your feet wet. I appreciate the kind words and support of the channel!
Chris you are killing me. I have so many spray guns and you made me order one of these to try out. Lol
Ha ha, at least it's only 60 bucks lol!
@@GarageNoise a lot cheaper than both DV1s i bought. 😄 🤣
would you recommend a 1/4 size hose or bigger for these little spray guns?
Thank you! I'd been looking at spray guns for too long already. I'm a beginner & didn't want to spend a lot to practice & learn. Bought this gun using your affiliate link! Awesome!
I appreciate that, I think you'll dig it. Really the perfect first diy gun. Thank's for supporting the channel!
i have two of these guns. i also have a 25 gallon Costco compressor. i use the gun for painting kitchen cabinets. it works better than the way more expensive Fuji HVLP. this is some of the best $75 i spent
Thank's for sharing your experience. Appreciate the support
I've been spraying with this gun for the last two years now. It works wonders. I've made so much money with it. I've bought three more and a touch up gun
Awesome! I've got a couple high end Devilbiss, a sagola and and I prefer to use this $70.00 gun🤣
Really appreciate the advice for the diy’er. Some of us can’t afford to pay a pro but still want pro results.
I have the R500 . Love it. New compressor ,5.1scfm. I’m ready to start practicing!
Awesome Robert!
I've been using budget pps since day one. I also pick up the refill packs at Harbor Freight because it only costs about 10 bucks for enough to do an entire job or a few small jobs. I always use pps for clear because of the screen, but to save $$ I often use a regular cup for base and sometimes primer. Base isn't too bad to clean out.
That's a really nice finish, the big overlaps really help and yeah, this gun is pretty slow so you gotta keep that thought as you spray
Yeah the harbor freight may be the same not sure. I believe I got the adapter for this gunat HB. Appreciate the support ! I've watched some of your videos keep it up!
Your right about that. I've always been in the habit of judging how the clear is coming off the gun because for a long time I was painting with a smaller compressor. Wish I had this gun when I was struggling with air pressure. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoisei'm not much of a content creator( more of a content watcher) but I am going to try to document some work here and there so I can direct potential customers and they can check out what I do...
@@BearBudgetgarage Do you use 24L or 50L air compressor when you use lvhp spray gun??
God figuring out the right compressor/gun combo for my first garage job has been hard to figure out. This is helpful.
Wow that's a nice fan and the clear flowed real nice.
Appreciate the comment and support!
Novice here. Looks great!! Thank you for all the great info!!
Awesome! Appreciate the comment and support brother!
Just bought an A610 gun based on your help. Thanks
Awesome!
I bought a R500 at your recommendation and loved it painting my drivers door on my Silverado. I like it more because it is a slower gun. Thanks Chris.
Awesome!
I've used lots of guns. From Profesional to harbour fraight $20 guns. Really the biggest issue is cleaning them. Make sure it's clean inside. Better guns are easier to clean and made better obviously. Good video explaining everything. Cheap guns can be a pain to clean if you don't have a gun cleaner lol
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I am in the middle of painting My 1968 Camaro ( complete color change using PPG concept single stage ) in my tiny garage with a 30 gallon compressor ive done it once before on my previous car a 1965 mustang fastback. My only gun until a few days ago was a Warwick 881h HVLP. This gun would hardly put out any material because it needs13 cfm. My little compressor couldn't keep up... The amount of wet sanding and polishing ive had to do in the past to get a nice finish is insane.
This gun the R500 is almost life changing!! for me 🤣....Iam so excited to spray the rest of my Camaro! I did a test panel yesterday and all I can say is wow. A real spray pattern and material iam just thrilled this gun has come to market for us garage DIY guys its a game changer for me.
There you go, that is a great testimonial on this paint gun from real world experience! Although I have plenty of air with my compressor. I have painted plenty with an air guzzling paint gun and a small compressor. I was excited to share this to help out all the diy guys. Thanks for sharing your experience and supporting the channel!
@@GarageNoise I had never heard of a "LVLP spray gun" until a week ago! I asked the guys at the paint supply shop if they had any guns that took less air than mine and they said not really your better off buying a 60 gallon or bigger compressor but like many other DIYers I can't make that happen in my situation so I started looking on YT and BOOM I found your videos! Thanks you for taking the time to produce them and sharing your knowledge 👍
You mentioned the significant overspray when shooting clear with the Aiwata gun. I appreciate that you said that as I have that gun and the first time I shot clear with it in my garage that was a very significant issue. I don't use the gun anymore just for that reason. It is a very good gun though as the end result is great, both color and clear.
For sure, If someone is spraying in a booth it's not an issue but without one ventilation is a problem. This gun make a significant difference. I appreciate you commenting and supporting the channel!
@@GarageNoise I thought you had a lot of overspray of clearcoat with this gun.
Good ole Rongpeng. That model has been around for years. Got one posing as an Astro Evo4014. Great gun back in the days and still today if anyone's still has it. If not, just find a Rongpeng, Sprayit sp-33000, and whatever else. It does atomize well, but way too slow for a whole car unless it's really compact.
Rongpeng that's the manufacturer good to know. It's been rebranded all over the place. Thank's for sharing!
Absolutely a perfect gun for refinishing guitars.
I bet
Good job Chris. I like the idea you are showing us DIYers how to use the R500. I bought one and really like it.
Awsome! I will be switching it up at some point
I just purchased this gun, and I'm excited to try it
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Ive been holding off from trying to spray my car for fear of not having a big compressor and those expensive guns, seeing this i think i can give a go and have an amazing result, im gonna purchase through link most definately. Thank you for tips on air pressure thats gona be very helpful for me on my 1st attempt .
Awesome! You can do it! Appreciate the comment and support!
Global Autobody supplies in Canada has some wonderfully priced LVLP guns!!
Been spraying this gun for 2 years on a 30 gallon compressor for woodworking.
The performance of the gun & the user was awesome...... Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thank's appreciate the comment and support!
tell ya I bought a harbour freight chrome gun for 68.00 a few years ago.i wouldn't trade it for any high end gun. good video.
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I’m in Tulsa as well I watch your videos all the time ! I didn’t know you were based here , I just bought the r500 and earlier I also bought some paint for my truck from coops, pretty sure his son went to collision and refinishing school with me . Small world !
That's awsome! Appreciate the support! Let me know how you like the R500. I'm doing a video on the Aeropro A610 this sunday it's a updated version of the R500. Appreciate the comment brother!
"Pete's Hobbies" performed some side by side testing of various gun's CFM usages. The R500 came out at near 8 CFM, and not the 3.7 claimed CFM. I'm still going to get one because videos like yours provide so much information on the R500. (and I haven't sprayed a car since 1990). Wanted to provide this FYI incase gun is acting up while using a 5.5 CFM compressor.
Yeah, I don't feel like it's a sub 5 cfm gun. I can say it is the lowest air consumption compared to other guns I've owned and used. I feel like it's between 7-10 still very low
Not bad at all!! I just got this and i cant wait to spray with it , i will do a review on it , seems really great for the price
Thank you, I purchased this gun from your recommendation.
Thank's Steve! Appreciate the comment and support!
You talked me into the Aeropro R500. Thanks. I tried the el'cheapo Harbor Freight $15 gun and had to stop after my first coat. I just couldn't adjust my mixture to get a decent finish.
So I'll do my next coat with the R500, after I do a little sanding
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High pressure low volume guns what we used in the old days at home spraying lacquer based paints. Usually these have the paint tank under the gun not above it these required 7-12 CFM .
This is exactly the kind of accessible video I need for an upcoming first ever spray job. Gonna check out your other videos! 👍
Awesome! Thank you!
Best gun I've ever used. Best clear gun
Appreciate the comment and support!
EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT video! i learned about 3 things i did not know from your video. I have been painting for 20 years ....Keep it up , I subscribed and will view often...Awesome dude!
Awesome to here! Appreciate your comment and support!
Hi its beatiful work full of Good reasons for drive my jeep to your Shop from P. R. ❤ YOU ARE THE BEST
Thank's brother!
The budget Iwata, love this gun. Use more than my Iwata.
Love the budget Iwata as well. This is the R500
I know, I have it as well. I bought the spray it R500. What I was saying is it looks. Like the Iwata, w400, the cap and nozzle fit it. That all I was saying. First best gun I bought. Thanks for your feedback.
I bought an Iwata touch up gun, suction type, with bowl, 3.5 cfm, and painted cars with it, I bought it a long time ago, very expensive, then when I had more air, I put a kit in it, to make it a high quality full size gun, 7.5 cfm, and painted many cars and my steel yacht with it. I thought it was a Meiji, which was the other expensive quality choice, but I just took a look at it.
I've never seen a better finish in auto paint. Gonna get one next month if they don't cut my VA check again!! Thank You, JD
I have shot partial
And completes job
With this gun and old
Model 3m gun...
By the way old 3m gun
Excellant value...
Thank's for sharing your experience. I haven't used the accuspray in awhile but that gun is a good value and versatile. Appreciate the support!
I own one of those guns and for the money you can't beat the results of the finish, on spraying you just to go super slow to get a great finish. I don't spray a lot with this gun because I have so many to paint with but for small or jobs that you're in no rush this is the gun that will save you finish time but over all I think it's about the same time wise because of how slow you go to color and clear what ever you're spring, I believe I purchased this gun from summit racing, and for the money it's a jim of a buy !
Appreciate you sharing you experience with the gun. Thank's for the support my friend!
What’s the minimum size air compressor I need for painting bumpers / wings please?
This is just what I’ve been looking for, I’m not a painter but I want to paint my motorcycle myself but didn’t want to pay hundreds of dollars on a gun that I probably will only use one or two times, thanks for the video
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Your spray jobs are awesome
Thank's brother!
I just ordered one of these spray guns from a link from one of your previous videos Chris. Can't wait to try it when it gets here!
Awesome appreciate the support. I think you'll dig it, let me know how you like it!
I've had that gun for about 2 years now. I use it with a 27 gallon compressor. It is great for spraying base coats. It's good for clear too, if you calibrate it JUST RIGHT.
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Hey! I am also in Tulsa. I am doing my 1st paint job on my 54 Belair.
Awesome! If I can answer any questions let me know. You can also send me pictures of your project at my email garagenoise247@gmail.com I'd be interested in checking it out. Appreciate the comment and support!
@@GarageNoise I have been using the Roberlo ME1 primer that Coops sells. I have been using a HF purple gun drilled out to the specs I have found on other videos, I can't recall at the moment... 5.3 maybe... anyway, will this gun spray the thicker primer? I have two 20 gallon compressors hooked together to supply more air.
This video is awesome. Speaking my language
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Very nice channel great instruction ,,video
My set up is a mini HpLv with duel in lines filters. And a harbor freight ulta quiet compressor, it has no problem keeping up air. And they are not expensive. I can't believe I'm promoting them lol. I'm a hater🤣 but everything works well I paid $35 for the gun a decades ago. About 200 for the compressor. I like this guy's info. And I'm going to check out this lphv gun.
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I love that Gun I’ve had it for years it’s anodized red I bought it from wood repair products in orange, ca
Thank's for sharing brother, appreciate the comment and support!
Your gun has an extension piece from the gun body to the cup if I go with that disposable cup system from spray IQ will the cups still fit it’s pretty tight without that piece
Nice tutorial. What is the size of the compressor ideal for this gun? I need to buy a budget compressor. Can you also give details about the CFM and PSI?
I'd mentioned to you in another video that my R500 came with a damaged air cap. But, since I didn't use it until after the return date, I now have a paper weight. Moral: Inspect on arrival.
I would say that's a good tip! You never know with these products. Appreciate the comment!
Buy another tip dufus
@@donjohnson7899Well, dufus the company ghosted me. The tips aren't available any place else unless you know different.
@@sealisland1 If you did research, it uses the same internals as the SP-33000 series
You sold me on this gun!
I don't think you can go wrong. Let me know how you like it.
That's a beautiful finish for a 60.00 gun.
I use expensive guns and can't tell the difference lol....
I know right, kinda love it because of the low overspray. Appreciate the comment and support!
the upol primer works well as a sealer also, I am glad you are telling people about that, the 2892 is also good clear, I like that it is system 20 meaning its uses the same activator, edit, upol says the primer can be tinted,I have never done it though, it would be interesting to try
Yes, somthing I neglected to mention is the activator is interchangeable. I would like to try tinting that sealer as well. Appreciate the comment and thanks for the support!
@@GarageNoise I am going to try using leftover basecoat first,I think it refers to using mixing tint though
@@yeayeasautoadventures1161 yes, you will need the mixing tint. As you know you can't just add paint to sealer that's a no no.
@@GarageNoise no, I did not know that, I used to mix acrylic enamel years ago, I dont remember anything different in it but maybe some clear other than toner,I use the same reducer and activator for sealer as I do basecoat,so no, that doesnt add up to me, Ill try it anyway on a test panel
HI, got me one of these guns not used just yet looking forward to using it the model I got is the A610 which is the same as the one you're using only rebranded - great video thanks
Awesome! That's a great gun. Appreciate the comment and support!
I'll be in Tulsa July 7&8 for the All Mercury Invitational car show at the Sagnet center. It would be great if you could make it
That would be cool, but I have something going on that week.
Awesome video. Just one question. At the end although the paint looked fantastic and smooth I could see quite a few specs in the paint. Was this dust caught in the clear or was it caused by the gun ?
Dust, and it can easily be wet sanded out.
@@GarageNoise thanks for the reply! I guessed dust. Just wanted to be sure before I purchase the gun.
I have the Eastwood version and it works great for me.
Thank's for sharing your experience, appreciate the comment!
Italco mini shine 1.2mm lvmp/ hvlp, around $55-60 here. Its a mini gun, but the hvlp version spray around 22-24cm fan almost like a full size gun. The lvmp model spray smaller fan but still usable and consume less air. I only have the hvlp version, but some user say they only use 1hp airless compressor with the 1mm nozzle and it works well.
Italco is a premium brand of auarita. I got several gun with this brand, most auarita model only suitable as a hobby level gun. Its more durable than many chinese brand gun.
looks like a great option for low volume compressors
Definitely!
Great video and how awesome your in Tulsa, started your video for basic advise for paint sprayers and we live in the same city.
The coloring reminds me of the Black Widow HVLP from Harbor Freight.
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What is considered a small air compressor
Hi Chris 👋 hope your OK and well cracking job there very well explained thanks
Thank's brother! Appreciate your comment and support!
Mikes from Jamaica great .great job
Thank's buddy! Appreciate the support!
Excellent video, thanks!
You are welcome!
Great finish. I usually use devilbiss guns.
I like Devilbiss have a couple plus guns. Appreciate the support!
I am taking automotive painting and color matching at my local university campus up the street. I don't have a ton of money to spend on equipment, and I have a completely different purpose for taking the classes. I restore Ovation guitars, and I want to be able to paint the bowls (composite fiberglass bodies) and tops. The paint job and explanation were great, with one caveat. I didn't hear you specify what CFM would be required of the compressor. Obviously, what I will be painting isn't even a tenth of the square inches of that bumper cover, so I am wondering what I need. I have been looking at 20-30 gallon tanks with a 5hp motor on the compressor. They typically put out between 8-10 CFM @ 40psi. By your description, I am guessing that would be adequate. Thanks for the video, explanation, and recommendation on the gun!
For what your doing I believe your right on track with the compressor your thinking of. Appreciate the comment and support brother! Happy painting!
Hi! Absolutely loved the video with the very thorough explanation of the garage setup with all the tricks to get around using a booth and with all the tips and techniques explanation. Saved the video, thank you so much!
I got a question. Most probably a stupid one. I got a 4.8 gallons compressor with 2.2CFM@90PSI. I know, I know, it's not "small" but rather "tiny" in the car paint world.
But the question is, is it even possible to paint a small car (a Mazda Miata NB) with an R500 type of the paint gun and this compressor with some struggle for a newbie, or it's a 100% one way ticket to a failure?
Thanks!
I appreciate the comment and support. Unfortunately I don't think that compressor is going to get the job done. You need about 6cfms, typically that's about a20-30 gallon compressor.
@@GarageNoisegot it, thank you!
Very nice finish!
Appreciate it! Thank's for the comment!
Great video !. Thanks!. Question. At the end of video, when you showed a final result after applied a clear coat I noticed some dust or debris particles in clear coat. What would be the best way to clean them ? Wait till the clear is dry and sand it with 2000-3000? Or scrape with blade,send, And polish the sanded area. Any special tips? Thanks again for a videos 🤘🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I denib them with 2000 on a small kovax block then 3000 and I do 5000 then polish
@@GarageNoise thankyou!.
Binks M1-G not a budget gun but excellent quality. Sprays base coat and clears exceptionally well.
I know Binks have made some good guns. Never used one. Thank's for sharing and supporting the channel!
I’m going to buy one, thanks too you
Awesome! I think you'll like it.
Hey man, I appreciate all your videos! I love how I don’t see anyone else “giving their secrets away” like you do.
Have you gotten ahold of Speedokote stuff yet!! Their clear is hard to beat for their price!
Thank's brother appreciate that, I have some speedcoat ready to try, will be coming soon.
Great video , 1 question did you use the same needle?
Yes I did
Great video, i am just getting started and looking for a beginner set up. What is the smallest compressor i could get away with using this spray gun?
20gallon that produces 6cfms.
This is an awesome video! What are the supplies you used called? Like the pump you had for the big one that you used to clean your gun? And what what that thing you used to flush out the gun?
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@@GarageNoise I’ve become a big fan of yours! Found you on tik tok, thanks for all your advice!! What is the pump you had for the big gallon?
*_I really appreciate these videos. I'm wondering though, why not just paint the entire bumper? By my account you painted slightly more than three quarters of it. So, Why not just do the entire bumper. Looking forward to learning more about what you do, I just retired so I'm looking to restore my Bronco but the one thing I have no experience at is painting and I don't want to pay big Bucks to have someone else do it._*
The reason is color match. If you notice I tried to stay away from the end of the bumper cover where it meets up with the quarter panel. Appreciate the comment and support brother!
Thanks a million for the info on this gun. I bought one and it works great.
Great info on this Gun, and work!...............
Great video, thank you. Liked and subscribed.
Thanks for the sub and comment!
I agree with the last comment: A+. I do have one question; when painting modern bumper covers or 1970s bumper fillers do you have to add some kind of flexible agent to all the products to prevent cracking? Please explain. Thanks,Ed
I'm going to get one of these guns. Got to try it out. I do a lot of painting with a 30 gallon tank compressor. Mostly small repairs.
And, you got an O'Reillys that handles Nason? Wish ours did.
I think you'll like it. Let me know how it works out for ya. Appreciate the support!
Great video! I have been researching guns for a while and just pulled the trigger and ordered one from your Amazon link.
Now, how do I get the cup you use rather than the one that comes with the gun?
Thank you.
Hey man. I really appreciate that and I appreciate the comment and the support. I will leave a link for the disposable cups that I use. You can go with the segola, disposable cups or the ones in this video, they're spray IQ.amzn.to/3whOmK1
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Another great video. I'm not a painter but want to learn. Got some cars I'm restoring. Is the reducer you used just standard urethane reducer. Again I really enjoy watching you show and share your knowledge.
Thank's brother! Yes, just standard urethane reducer. Good luck on your restoration hope the content is helpful in your project. Appreciate the support!
I’m so glad I found your channel. Just subscribed and went through a few videos. I’m looking to repaint one of my cars at home. Going to pick up this LVLP up but wanted to see if you could advise if a Kobalt 26gal that’s 4.5 cfm at 90psi would be okay or do I need something that’s even bigger? Thanks again, appreciate all your videos!
It would probably get the job done, I like to see at least 6cfm. I always say buy as much cfm as you can afford. Harbor freight makes one 30 gallon close to 6cfm for under 300 I believe. Hope this helps appreciate the sub and support! Welcome to the community!
Great video and editing, I teach at Tulsa Tech in the collision refinishing class we just watched this video since I am always looking at cheaper spray guns for my students to purchase as your first gun set up!!
Awesome! That's cool, curious if your getting alot of students for the program? It really would be a great first gun set up and there's also a kit available with a touch up gun as well. Appreciate you sharing and the support!
@@GarageNoise We have full classes, but a smaller percentage that stick with it. We have Coops Wholesales son in class right now.
what size hose do you recommend for these little spray guns? I was looking at 1/4
@@chrisplayz9739 3/8 I.D. is going to allow the gun to use all the CFM it can, 1/4 inch ID could work ok, if you limit the length to under 15ft.
@@HogshooterHotrods thank you
Hi Chris. Which out of the two do you prefer, the 610 or the 500? And can you a video on paint please this whole primer, sealer thing is preventing me from gettining started on a car that is ready for paint. Thanks
I like both guns, If you looking for a first gun you might start with the r500 you can find them dirt cheap. What video are you requesting ? Not following you.
@GarageNoise thank you for replying. I'm confused about what primer is and sealer is. I thought it was the same thing just by a different name. In this video you have a sand on a light grey section of the bumper cover, then you sprayed a grey over that. Can you please explain what goes where and why.
Love the video, thanks. I want to start spraying my cabinets that I custom make with a paint gun and need a set up. I am thinking about purchasing this gun. Any budget recommendations on an air compressor that would do the job?? I have a 2 CFM HF air compressor that I have used with a hopper/gun for wall texturing but I am doubtful I would get good results with lacquer? Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
You need about 6 cfm's for this gun in general ,the more the better but at least 6cfms
Could you post a link to the paint cup adapter for the R500 you use. Thanks
Very great sir...can I ask question sir....using r500 lvlp with 1.3 tips can spray a primer...I mean using this spray gun 1.3mm for primer, basecoat and clear...is it possible sir... hopefully you can answer sir.... thank you...🥰
Yes, I do all the time. Your may have difficulty if you have a thicker primer.
@@GarageNoise yes sir... thanks a lot for your advice.. really appreciate...🥰
@@GarageNoise so what you mean sir ..can I spray a primer?.we all know... That the primer is not a thincker...
I’m not a painter but I’ve used rattle can paint on small projects and it turned out good. But when I’ve tried to paint with a paint gun it looks bad always get orange peel I try to do everything just right but always turns out wrong.
Just need some practice. You'll get it
Wait did you say the Tulsa area that's awesome didn't know you were local I just enjoy your videos because I want to start painting
I'm an Okie!
@@GarageNoise that's awesome and I was looking for a good paint supply store so you solved that problem too
@@ChuySusej Be sure you let them know who sent you over! Appreciate it!
Great video and great information but i have a question , would this gun be suitable for spraying a satin black 2 pac , will be respraying my car soon and going with a satin 2pac so I won't be clearing over it
Absolutely