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Nobody, I really need help!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6750544.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6750544.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
deathwing fanboy wrote:
Nobody, I really need help!


Step 1. Go to the Dakka home page.
Step 2. Locate the "search" box
Step 3. Type in "airbrush"
Step 4. Read the HUNDREDS of threads that have been posted on this exact question.
Step 5. Learn
Step 6. Come back to the painting and modeling thread here on the Dakka forums, and ask specific questions about airbrushing techniques.

Seriously, these threads are getting a little tiresome

A. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6750987.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6750987.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751031.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751031.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
 Redfinger wrote:
deathwing fanboy wrote:
Nobody, I really need help!


Step 1. Go to the Dakka home page.
Step 2. Locate the "search" box
Step 3. Type in "airbrush"
Step 4. Read the HUNDREDS of threads that have been posted on this exact question.
Step 5. Learn
Step 6. Come back to the painting and modeling thread here on the Dakka forums, and ask specific questions about airbrushing techniques.

Seriously, these threads are getting a little tiresome

A.


Way to be helpful champ.
]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751036.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751036.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
 Murdius Maximus wrote:
 Redfinger wrote:
deathwing fanboy wrote:
Nobody, I really need help!


Step 1. Go to the Dakka home page.
Step 2. Locate the "search" box
Step 3. Type in "airbrush"
Step 4. Read the HUNDREDS of threads that have been posted on this exact question.
Step 5. Learn
Step 6. Come back to the painting and modeling thread here on the Dakka forums, and ask specific questions about airbrushing techniques.

Seriously, these threads are getting a little tiresome

A.


Way to be helpful champ.


You guys are right, I should have mentioned that you can do the same thing on Google as well.

A. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751060.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751060.page GMT Re:new to airbrushing need advice http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751072.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751072.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
Then, as Redfinger says, when you've got the info you need on the basics, feel free to ask about the specifics you can't find the answers you need to.

Honestly, I've thought about asking Lego to implement some sort of screener for any topic with 'airbrush' in the title, as while it may be new for you, it is anything but for anyone who spends any time in P+M ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751106.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751106.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
As a really quick answer to your question: for basecoating and doing power weapons you don't need a really fine brush, probably something like the Iwata HP-CR (which is the standard workhorse). If you step up to finer detail you could look at something like the HP-BS.

Also get a basic hobby compressor with a tank, which can be found on ebay. Anything sold as a hobby airbrush compressor with 1/8" fittings and 40-60 PSI auto shutoff with an adjustable regulator will do.

Quick disconnects are also useful to stop your tank emptying if you need to disconnect the brush to clean it. Speaking of cleaning, I found a cleaning station and brushes really useful.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751111.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751111.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
 ruprecht wrote:
Having just been through this process myself, there is a lot of really interesting and helpful advice in other threads; so when the search function starts working for you, definitely go find it and absorb it.

As a really quick answer to your question: for basecoating and doing power weapons you don't need a really fine brush, probably something like the Iwata HP-CR (which is the standard workhorse). If you step up to finer detail you could look at something like the HP-BS.

Also get a basic hobby compressor with a tank, which can be found on ebay. Anything sold as a hobby airbrush compressor with 1/8" fittings and 40-60 PSI auto shutoff with an adjustable regulator will do.

Quick disconnects are also useful to stop your tank emptying if you need to disconnect the brush to clean it. Speaking of cleaning, I found a cleaning station and brushes really useful.

Thank you so much for the advice!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751116.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751116.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice http://www.tcpglobal.com/itemdetail.aspx?ItemNo=ABD+KIT-4207-T

The Iwata brush is easy to use and clean. It also has a .35 mm nozzle/tip/needle which is middle of the road sized and is more forgiving than .2 which seems to be the most common size down. Its dual action, push down for air and pull back for paint. I use it for base-coating and some highlighting.

The compressor is ok. Its not too loud and does have a two year warranty. It has a tank, pressure regulator, and moisture trap which are all very desirable.

There are other items you may want like a paint spray pot, respirator, etc but not must haves for all situations.



]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751121.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751121.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751131.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751131.page GMT Re:new to airbrushing need advice

So then
What a good air brush to buy
Here is a list I made the other day:
Badger Patriot 105 ($75) - solid brush, larger standard needle, good for a beginner
Badger Renegade Krome 2-in-1 ($160) - excellent brush, easily one of Badgers best offerings, very popular mid-range airbrush
Badger Renegade Velocity ($125) - older than the Krome, but very similar with less "fancy" features, uses the same needle/tip as all of the Renegade-series brushes
Harder and Steenbeck Evolution SIlverline 2-in-1 ($175) - very nice brush, good reviews
Iwata Eclipse HP-CS ($130) - solid mid-range airbrush, larger standard needle than the others on the list
Grex Genesis.XGi ($168) - fairly new but they get good reviews, looks kind of cool, needles/tips seem a little expensive

Do i need more than one for basing and one for detail or can one do all with a tip switch or better to have one for each??
No. Lots of popular models are "2-in-1" which means they come with two needle sizes. I use a Badger Sotar 20/20 with a "fine" needle (which is very small) and have no problems quickly paint models like Land Raiders. That being said, most airbrushes can take multiple needle sizes, just check on the manufacturer's website or a supplier's website (TCPGlobal.com, Chicagoairbrush.com, and even Amazon)

Compressor I want quiet with an external tank to increase life and wont pressure drop so what is good.
The best advice I can offer here is go to Amazon, search "airbrush compressor," and read the reviews of one that is in your price range with the features you want.

Then what else do i need I'm not thinking of besides brush and compressor
Depending on what airbrush/compressor you buy, you might need a moisture trap and an air hose. You'll need to maintain the airbrush, so a cleaning pot, cleaning brushes, and lubricant. Other handy things are an airbrush holder, quick disconnect, plastic shot glasses (for mixing if needed), and eye droppers/pipettes (for transferring paint). Also some sort of thinner, either store bought (Vallejo Airbrush Thinner, Liquitex Airbrush Medium, etc.) or home made. Here is how to make your own:



Here are some videos on how to get started:





Good luck and enjoy airbrushing!]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751145.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751145.page GMT Re:new to airbrushing need advice http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751167.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751167.page GMT Re:new to airbrushing need advice
deathwing fanboy wrote:
Thanks, would the badger patriot be of use for what I am trying to do? also what is the cheapest compressor that I can get that is still usable?
Did you watch any of the videos that I linked?]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751192.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751192.page GMT new to airbrushing need advice
http://www.tcpglobal.com/itemdetail_AB.aspx?itemno=ABD+KIT-G22T-MASTER

A really nice kit. The compressor has a tank, the gun is an okay starter one, and it comes with paint and mixing equipment, a great cleaning pot and table clamp - it's been a blast to use for real.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751236.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/591214/6751236.page GMT