Have you noticed that the air you breathe in FL is humid??
What do you suppose happens to that water when it is compressed over and over again into a air tank???
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Have you noticed that the air you breathe in FL is humid??
What do you suppose happens to that water when it is compressed over and over again into a air tank???
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What is this "humid" of which you speak?
OK, I read. Condensation can accumulate to the point where it can actually ruin a paint job?
OK, I read. Condensation can accumulate to the point where it can actually ruin a paint job?
It does ruin paint jobs. And ambient humidity can mix with the paint and ruin it.
it is also really hard on air tools. A Dryer and oiler should be on all compressors.
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Good tips. Thanks. Considering buying a $150 range new compressor or a $300 range used on for about $150...
Don't skimp on the dryer! Especially in the south you must, and I mean must, have a dryer for your compressor. If you must stay on the super cheap, go with a desiccant dryer, these help but still are not fool proof. Check this out for the ultimate of cheap: Disposable Inline Desiccant Dryer
Professional paint shops spent a lot more money than that to make sure their air is perfect.
Professional paint shops spent a lot more money than that to make sure their air is perfect.
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OK, I'm going with this one:
- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
I just noticed my thread rating went from 4 to 3 stars, which means somebody is giving it zero or one star to drag the average down. WTF? Haters? I think this thread has been detailed, useful and entertaining.
- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
I just noticed my thread rating went from 4 to 3 stars, which means somebody is giving it zero or one star to drag the average down. WTF? Haters? I think this thread has been detailed, useful and entertaining.
That is not a dryer..
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How about this with that? - Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
The little puny one is too small (90 PSI max):
- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
And then you get into $350+ range.
The little puny one is too small (90 PSI max):
- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices
And then you get into $350+ range.
Wow, this guy quite possibly takes the cake for the biggest douche bag on MUD.
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Me or him?
Definitely NOT you, man.
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Well, in my own build thread I am soild, but in chat, I'm a top 10 douche.
Back to tech...
Back to tech...
Yeah I apologise for hijaking this thread with mere criticisms of another mudder (not the other mudder's mother).
Looking forward to seeing the 'beest in her new paint scheme.
No more from me!
Looking forward to seeing the 'beest in her new paint scheme.
No more from me!
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I am missing just three things to delve into this paint job:
1) The paint (remedied this afternoon).
2) The damn drier Mace is forcing on me, (also getting today just kidding Mace, thanks for the tips).
3) Two days time. I will take one full day to prep (I work fast and can have everything done, I am sure, ready for paint if I pull a 10-12 hour shift). Day 2 will be painting. I have not used this equipment before and have only rattle canned it before, so I will be sure to practice on some cardboard and wood and get my technique down before I hit the truck. No, I don't need advice on technique, I have read damn near every paint thread on this forum, learn by doing and have a good artistic streak...
I am getting excited. Never seen a 60 in this color before....
The 2008 Wrangler "Rescue Green" seems to be in a similar color class (which I really like). It is different enough not to be guilty by association...
The 40-series olive brown/green seems old school (flat, non-metallic),and traditional, whereas the Jeep green is very modern and fashionable. I'm VERY happy to go with the old, more appropriate color.
The first 40 is (apparently) original paint, faded. The second one is fresh and shiny.
1) The paint (remedied this afternoon).
2) The damn drier Mace is forcing on me, (also getting today just kidding Mace, thanks for the tips).
3) Two days time. I will take one full day to prep (I work fast and can have everything done, I am sure, ready for paint if I pull a 10-12 hour shift). Day 2 will be painting. I have not used this equipment before and have only rattle canned it before, so I will be sure to practice on some cardboard and wood and get my technique down before I hit the truck. No, I don't need advice on technique, I have read damn near every paint thread on this forum, learn by doing and have a good artistic streak...
I am getting excited. Never seen a 60 in this color before....
The 2008 Wrangler "Rescue Green" seems to be in a similar color class (which I really like). It is different enough not to be guilty by association...
The 40-series olive brown/green seems old school (flat, non-metallic),and traditional, whereas the Jeep green is very modern and fashionable. I'm VERY happy to go with the old, more appropriate color.
The first 40 is (apparently) original paint, faded. The second one is fresh and shiny.
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paint it the jeep color.... actually paint it Burgundy.
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You think the first one is mustard (or a non-Toyota color respray)? And yes, I know it is a 43. AFAIAA, there were no colors unique to any specific J4, colors were merely limited by year and market, not model.
Beaufort, don't poke the bear. I realize I equivocated back and forth, but I have 100% settled on this color.
Beaufort, don't poke the bear. I realize I equivocated back and forth, but I have 100% settled on this color.
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there was a cool green on the toyota highlander a few years ago. It was something like a darker version of toyota's Electric Green Mica
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I have to say, this short video is cool. Jeeps Are Gay, But This Web Video Is Cool
It is also amazing to me that after 50+ years a classic Toyota looks so strongly similar to a brand new vehicle.
It is also amazing to me that after 50+ years a classic Toyota looks so strongly similar to a brand new vehicle.
