Craftsman spray gun help

[lschwarcz]

Hi everyone,

I inherited a very old Craftsman spray gun. My dad had this for as long as I can remember but I don't recall him ever using it.

Model #: 283.14611961​

OEM: Thomas Industries (compressors)​

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The only manual he had was a poor copy of a Craftsman 106.157121. The image on the front looks very close to this one but I'm not sure if it's exactly the same or just similar.

I've searched around the web but haven't found any information on this particular model. I've searched around the web but haven't found any information on this particular model.

I have a IR vertical 60 gallon 5HP compressor with a dryer and regulator so that should be fine to power it.

My questions are:

• Is if this is a decent spray gun?
• Does anyone have the correct manual?
• Any suggestions on maintenance and use?
• Should I forget about this and just buy a newer better one?

Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated!

Thanks in advance!
Larry.

 

[JSGAuto]

Buy another.

A cheap HF gravity gun will shoot way better than that.

....I had a few of them, I tossed them.

 

[cgrutt]

I'd keep it if it were my dads but a modern gravity feed gun would probably produce better results. Fill it up with some water and see if you can get a decent pattern out of it. May need to be pulled apart and cleaned up if it's been sitting many years.

 

[lschwarcz]

Buy another.

A cheap HF gravity gun will shoot way better than that.

....I had a few of them, I tossed them.

Thanks for the info! If I buy a replacement I'm leaning towards the Graco 26D283.

https://www.amazon.com/Graco-26D283-TrueCoat-Variable-Sprayer/dp/B0BLZKYNBH/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Thanks again!
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

Thanks for the info! If I buy a replacement I'm leaning towards the Graco 26D283.

https://www.amazon.com/Graco-26D283-TrueCoat-Variable-Sprayer/dp/B0BLZKYNBH/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Thanks again!
Larry.

Two different animals entirely. Your dad's gun is for thin automotive paints and primers. The Graco is for thick latex. Primarily, always exceptions.

 

[lschwarcz]

Two different animals entirely. Your dad's gun is for thin automotive paints and primers. The Graco is for thick latex. Primarily, always exceptions.

Ah, so for my wanting to paint cabinets use the Graco, for painting my old cars (1969 MGB and 1971 Triumph TR6) use the Craftsman! Well, maybe to prime them. I'll bring them to a professional shop for a good 2K modern automotive paint .

Thanks!
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

Ah, so for my wanting to paint cabinets use the Graco, for painting my old cars (1969 MGB and 1971 Triumph TR6) use the Craftsman! Well, maybe to prime them. I'll bring them to a professional shop for a good 2K modern automotive paint .

Thanks!
Larry.

I don't think I'd try to paint 2k with that gun, you need to know what you're doing and most importantly have the right PPE. Modern 2K urethane can cause alot of serious health problems.

Depends what you're using on cabinets. I have that Graco gun (or very similar if not same model). It's a good general purpose utility gun IMO. It works fine for what it is but personally I wouldn't paint cabinets with it. I've painted cabinets with latex enamel using a pro grade airless sprayer and they came out good. I've also used a Fuji HVLP that uses a gun similar to your dad's to spray clear precatalyzed lacquer on kitchen cabinets. That would also be appropriate for some oil based enamels. Really depends on what your using and expectations for how good it will look.

 

[lilredex]

I'd keep it if it were my dads but a modern gravity feed gun would probably produce better results. Fill it up with some water and see if you can get a decent pattern out of it. May need to be pulled apart and cleaned up if it's been sitting many years.

If you run water, be sure to flush with alcohol like methyl hydrate, then thinned ATF to keep it from rusting shut.

 

[lschwarcz]

I don't think I'd try to paint 2k with that gun, you need to know what you're doing and most importantly have the right PPE. Modern 2K urethane can cause alot of serious health problems.

Depends what you're using on cabinets. I have that Graco gun (or very similar if not same model). It's a good general purpose utility gun IMO. It works fine for what it is but personally I wouldn't paint cabinets with it. I've painted cabinets with latex enamel using a pro grade airless sprayer and they came out good. I've also used a Fuji HVLP that uses a gun similar to your dad's to spray clear precatalyzed lacquer on kitchen cabinets. That would also be appropriate for some oil based enamels. Really depends on what your using and expectations for how good it will look.

I have no intension of using any 2K paints at home! I don't have the equipment and I don't want to die from the fumes!

I was thinking of using an ordinary latex paint for things like cabinets. I'd likely have to thin them first.

If that Graco would not be too good for that use, any suggestions for one that's not too expensive?

Thanks!
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

The Graco is a nice gun intended primarily for latex. You could probably use it for oil based enamel too but I'm not sure. I've used it to prime stud bays, pre prime/paint trim, and other small projects. It would definitely work on cabinets just not sure if it's the best choice given other alternatives. Good for outdoor projects like fences/mailbox posts etc.

 

[lschwarcz]

The Graco is a nice gun intended primarily for latex. You could probably use it for oil based enamel too but I'm not sure. I've used it to prime stud bays, pre prime/paint trim, and other small projects. It would definitely work on cabinets just not sure if it's the best choice given other alternatives. Good for outdoor projects like fences/mailbox posts etc.

OK, what would you recommend for cabinets? Hopefully not too expensive though!

Thanks!
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

What type of cabinets and what do you intend to coat them with?

 

[lschwarcz]

What type of cabinets and what do you intend to coat them with?

Ordinary kitchen type cabinets that will be installed in my shop. I was assuming a latex paint. Something water based.

Thanks,
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

If they're just going in shop that Graco would probably work fine. I used my Titan 440 for last set of kitchen cabinets. I sprayed the doors and drawer fronts in the garage and painted face frames by hand.

 

[lschwarcz]

If they're just going in shop that Graco would probably work fine. I used my Titan 440 for last set of kitchen cabinets. I sprayed the doors and drawer fronts in the garage and painted face frames by hand.

I just Googled that Titan 440. Looks like they're going for over a grand! I think I'll stick with the Graco .

Thanks for the help!
Larry.

 

[cgrutt]

I just Googled that Titan 440. Looks like they're going for over a grand! I think I'll stick with the Graco .

Thanks for the help!
Larry.

You can look into the Graco Magnum airless sprayers they are a step up from the handheld and will give you more flexibility for larger projects down the road. Slightly more expensive than the handheld but gives much higher capacity and wider choice of spray tips etc. I have one have to check what model it is maybe X5. Good for medium size projects.

 

[lschwarcz]

You can look into the Graco Magnum airless sprayers they are a step up from the handheld and will give you more flexibility for larger projects down the road. Slightly more expensive than the handheld but gives much higher capacity and wider choice of spray tips etc. I have one have to check what model it is maybe X5. Good for medium size projects.

OK. I'll take a look at them!

Thanks again!
Larry.

 

[PWC Repair]

I have one VERY similar. It's a great primer gun. The tip is too big for base/clear. Probably also good for varnishes but I haven't tried.

 

[dnschmidt]

Why do people get attached to old stuff? The day I bought a SATA 90 was the day my Binks Model 7 went in the garbage. Yea, I'm a cold hearted German ******* but progress happens and I'm grateful for that.