LVLP paint Gun Suggestions

[jakeZ70]

I recently started on my second project, a 1968 Cb350, and this time around I've decided to make the jump from rattle cans to two stage paint.

My original plan was to purchase an HVLP paint gun, but through my research, I've discovered that my compressor will not handle the air pressure/volume requirements.
Craftsman 1.5 Horse Power / 26 gallon tank / 3.8 SCFM@90PSI / 5.1 SCFM@40 PSI. However it appears that my compressor will be able to handle a LVLP gun.

There are many LVLP guns listed on amazon, but most don't list the requirements. http://www.spraygunworld.com/ lists several with specs, but once again, I really have no idea what to purchase.
I'd like to stay at the 100 dollar mark or lower. Any suggestions, or experiences using LVLP guns are appreciated.

 

[eyhonda]

I use one I got off eBay but it's probably the same as this one:

http://www.harborfreight.com/20-oz-high-volume-low-pressure-gravity-feed-spray-gun-69705.html

Works good for a hobby level gun. More control than a rattle can.

 

[jakeZ70]

I checked out the purple guns on Harbor Freight. Unfortunately they only carry HVLP guns. I needed LVLP. The main difference is the size of the compressor that you can get away with using. My compressor can't keep up with an HVLP gun, but it exceeds the requirements for the LVLP guns. In my research I also found that LVLP guns are supposedly better for novices. The paint doesn't go on as heavy, or as fast, and about 80% of what you spray actually sticks.

I ended up purchasing this set off of Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/SPRAYIT-SP-33500K-LVLP-Gravity-Spray/dp/B00C4S99L2/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1375369928&sr=1-2&keywords=SP-33000K

I haven't tried it out yet, but I'll post some results when I do.

 

[eyhonda]

Ok, I mis-read the post and thought it was a typo. First time I heard about LVLP. I'll have to do some research now to satisfy my curiosity.

 

[jakeZ70]

This guy does a pretty good breakdown of pressure requirements, uses, etc. Not a bad youtube channel.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bu3KxqH7mM0