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   Andy_Charron | Mar 15, 2000 01:23pm | #1

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   I would definitely recommend installing some type of filter in the air line. It doesn't have to be a big expensive seperator/coelescer unit, but you should at least put a disposable in line filter on the end of the hose closest to the gun. The few bucks spent on a disposable filter will be money well spent. It is cheaper to buy a bunch of filters than it is to have to strip off a finish that has been contaminated by oil and water.

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   Mark_Byram | Mar 16, 2000 03:16am | #2

   *Thanks that sounds good! The answer leads to more questions. How much should I expect to pay for a disposable filter? Where do you recommend I purchase them, auto store, paint store, hardware store, catalog, etc.? Is there a brand that you would recommend? Is a disposable used only once or can one be used multiple times? If multiple, then how many times can it be used? At what point is it more economical to install a multiple stage dryer? What is the difference between a filter and a dryer? I have a water/air filter which mounts downstream of the regulator. Is that good enough? My impression is that the filter I have may not remove enough of the moisture. It sounds like another "filter" upstream of the sprayer is recommended.

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   Jeff_Jewitt | Mar 16, 2000 03:33am | #3

   *Driers are typically only used with shops uisng multiple lines and tools. You shouldnt need it. The water filter you have is fine but a coalescing filter whicj removes minute traces of oil (from the compressor pump) is mandatory for water base finishes. I mount my filters as close to the gun as I can. I also have disposable fliters close to gun. I cant remember the name but Devilbiss makes throw away filters that go for a couple of bucks each. Look under the Yellow Pages for spray or air equipmentJeff Jewitt

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   wedgehead | Apr 25, 2000 07:19am | #4

   *the ones I use for auto painting are available at the same store I buy my paint from for a few bucks each. Little clear plastic guys with beads in them that turn blue when saturated. I've been told you can rejuvinate them in the microwave, but for the price.........

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   CStanford_ | Apr 26, 2000 02:55am | #5

   *It's nice to see Messrs. Charron and Jewitt back in the fray.