I'm Planning to paint my car by myself and I would like to know what is a good size air compressor (5gal, 10gal etc..)to do the job.

thanks...

------------------
Performance:
14x3 K&N Open Elment

 

I need to know a similar question... when using a bead blaster, what type of compressor should be used. How many HP, Gallons, and SPFM (that right?)

------------------
91 Z28
Best Time Slip:
60' - 2.098
1/8 - 9.137 , MPH - 76.21
1/4 - 14.213, MPH - 97.55
Performace Mods: B&B Exhaust, few free mods.
Appearance Mods: SS wheels, 2.5" Cowl Hood... New 100% Black paint job, Clear Side Marker Lights
Stereo: Alpine 855, Infinity Kappas all around, Infinity 150x2 amp (POS), Infinity Perfect 10 in hatch.
Pictures are Here
ICQ: 1437212
AOL: normalmatt9

 

i think the same rule applies here as it does with computers....buy as much as you can afford.
that way, you'll be able to use it for more stuff later, and it'll last longer.

 

I would think that since you are going to be running such a low pressure to paint, all you would really need is a nice 5hp 10 Gallon tank. I am no expert, but that should do you.

Make sure you get a good spray gun, that will make all the difference too.

John

------------------
G O D BLESS AMERICA
87 Formula Yellow/Black

5.1 TPI Automatic
Baer 12" brakes 4 wheels, KYB AGX Adjustable Shocks & struts, Custom Leather interior, WAAAY TOO MANY MODS TO LIST

87 Formula TPI (5 Speed) Yellow/Gray STOCK

1967 Buick Riviera 430hp Turns high 14's (Not bad for 4300 lbs)

83 Camaro (Parts)
83 T/A (parts)

http://www.3rdgenformula.com

 

a minimum of a 6 horse 30 gallon should be used remember spyaying and blasting uses a lot of air but a 7 horse 60 gallon is what you should really use my 30 gallon compressor recharges a lot when blasting and sprying remember bigger is better when buying a compressor good luck Dave.