I have the same issue with my Prius. One module is testing in the 6s and the rest are almost exactly the same at 7.6 or so. I ordered the module, so you have to charge and balance the after switching this module out? I don’t know that I have a charger that will work is why I ask. Hoping to be able to just put it all back to gather and see what it does? Any info would help on exactly what you did in the module replacement process! Thanks for the video
@JakeLesadaКүн бұрын
I got some really cheap 4 for $20 used modules from a Prius used car dealer. The modules had low voltage SOC (state of charge) but, they were close to my pack individual module voltages. I installed only one module that had the best or least voltage drop in a 24hr period. The car was back on the road. It was great for several months until we used aftermarket seat warmers from Amazon and then the pack red triangle reappeared. I scanned the car to see which module was bad and it was the one I had replaced from the Prius used car dealer. So, I redid the pack again by replacing only that bad module, and since I still had 3 leftover from the "4 for $20" group, I used one of those to get the car back on the road. As long as the replacement modules are good, you should be fine. The ones I got used and installed probably were just "ok" and not good.
@trumpeterchris2 күн бұрын
What do you do if chain isn’t getting oil even after adding to the tank?
@JakeLesada2 күн бұрын
Be certain you have correct oil for bar and chain. Remove battery first of course, then I would check to see if wood particles are bunched up under the chain tension guard and small chain sprocket. If it is full of wood chips, clean and see if it helps get the oil to flow better.
@trumpeterchris2 күн бұрын
@@JakeLesada great idea. Will try this and report back. Thanks!
@thomassmith39512 күн бұрын
After months of having the sprayer. How is it hold up ?
@JakeLesada2 күн бұрын
It stills sounds and performs like new. I even got a "Smart" brand remote switch for it that matches the required amps.
@vilmajurkovic67313 күн бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@JakeLesada3 күн бұрын
You are so welcome, and thank you for watching.
@tonydetailing083 күн бұрын
Hello sir, I have a new batch of polishing machines recently. Would you be interested in helping me test them？
@JakeLesada3 күн бұрын
What kind or brands do you have?
@davidperry40136 күн бұрын
The M12 fuel takes the cake
@JakeLesada5 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting.
@c2adventures4847 күн бұрын
Can you share how you do it please 🙂
@JakeLesada5 күн бұрын
I made you a video, "how to make your own diy soft edge masking tool", and it should be up Thursday. Hope you like it.
@troybrake568610 күн бұрын
What number 2.0 adapter is that? I just made a u tube conversion to make it a gravity feed, but i guess i could also go with to he bottom feed h/o, i have my conversion setup with the 1.0 spectrum system, but it has a hole that i have to seal and put the nipple from the cup in to make it work, but i will probably just buy the legit 2.0 3M setup! I also bought the Niagara 100ft 3/4 contractor hose, and to be honest it looks better to me than the flexzilla i seen at Walmart for double the price, it is light and really flexible just like the flexzilla, but we will see how good it works eventually! It will be awhile before i paint my truck, i have the money saved to buy all my paint and primer s i just need to get some color matched and figure out what sealer/ epoxy i want to go with, it's a older truck so i want it to last forever!
@JakeLesada10 күн бұрын
In this video I'm using the 3M adapter S18, it's the longer adapter. designed for the bottom feed. But now, I use the shorter S34 adapter originally designed for the top feed spray guns. It works and is shorter and lighter than the S18. The "S" designates it as the 2.0 version and the #18 or#34 adapter designates it as the 1.0 version. Just remember the shorter the air hose the stronger the air cap pressure at the spray gun. I cut my hose down now to a 30ft and 15ft length. I also use sandwich bags as my liners for the 3M PPS system.
@troybrake568610 күн бұрын
@@JakeLesada yeah I read up and seen the s#'s are 2.0, I just wasn't sure what number. And I'm definitely cutting the 100ft down to a more practical length. I will be painting a vehicle in a booth so I will have a long hose for that and a short hose for smaller projects. I wonder if the spectrum liners work in the 3M setup? Didn't spectrum just copy them? The liners are cheap at HF but a sandwich bag is a great idea, especially if painting something besides automotive! Thanx for the reply, I'm sure il be back with plenty of questions as I get this rig up and running! Your the best brother!
@JakeLesada9 күн бұрын
I think the Spectrum liners are meant for the 1.0 version PPS. Compare the top center opening of the liner lid. The 1.0 is small in diameter, and the 2.0 is a larger opening. Also, the hose I'm using is a 5/8" diameter.
@idontusegmail710213 күн бұрын
wow
@RichardBiggs71414 күн бұрын
Never would have thought of this! You're a genius!
@JakeLesada5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@user-kn6sz8ji1j15 күн бұрын
Watching this video was like watching a Blue Angel Fly-by! Thanks Maverick!
@JakeLesada5 күн бұрын
Roger Houston, copy that, we have lift off. Thank you so much for watching the video.
@clysack0718 күн бұрын
Jake, just ran across your channel. Thanks for the great info. When you cut the hose, what fittings did you use and how did you attach them to the hose?
@JakeLesada18 күн бұрын
I used my old barbed fittings from my Apollo hose. And then, I reattached with the Otekiker clamps I removed from the Apollo hose and rewrapped them with black electrical tape for esthetics. You can use a regular small hose clamp to connect the hose to the fitting, but it is not as factory oem looking. Also, Flexzilla has a hose custom cut fitting on their website that looks like it could work too. I talked to the tech rep Tyler today, and he described them to me and I think they should work great. They are made of aluminum similar to the Apollo fittings. The couplers I used are the Apollo couplers, they work great and are made of aluminum. I'm still working on getting some links up, but you can source the Flexzilla couplers at Ace hardware. I got some on order from Amazon and will get those links up if they work, and after I experiment with the fittings. I just recut my hose to 30ft and reused my clamps, I'll post that video in a couple days.
@clysack0715 күн бұрын
Thank you. I have the avanti as well and would like to use it the watt you do.
@alpha2daquest88518 күн бұрын
Dang Kuya. Props to you. Ang galing. Question for you. Finally got my paint Bc/Cc. Base is 2:1 which = 1.5 gal. of sprayable. Will this be enough for engine bay, jambs incl hood/ trunk and rest of exterior. Its a 2000 Civic coupe. Color change to Obsidian Blue metallic(Very Dark) Using a black epoxy sealer as undercoat. From my understanding from you and other turbine users this system uses less paint. Salamat again.
@JakeLesada18 күн бұрын
Walang anoman! Yes, that should be plenty. Depending on the equipment you use, if you can spray base coat at 5.5psi you'll save paint from excess overspray. The clear coat, depending on brand and mix ratio, can be sprayed from 6psi to 7psi. Higher psi like 8psi or 9psi will use more paint, but you'll have to move faster so you don't get runs or sags. The base coats like a 0.8mm needle and tip - for most brands. You can go larger to 1.0mm but be careful not to over wet the base coat using a larger needle and tip. I used 1.3mm and it does increase the spraying speed, but it will build fast so you gotta move fast. Most clear coat brands can be sprayed at 1.0mm as the "go to size". If you use a smaller 0.8mm thinking you'll reduce your orange peel texture, you will reduce the peel a bit - but the paint will also be thinner. And, if you're using a high solids clear thru a small 0.8mm needle and tip, there will be more overspray because the clear is being choked thru a small tip. 1.0mm is best all around size. 1.3mm goes heavy with clear coat and waste the paint sometimes. Also try to get at least a 4 stage unit if you can, 5 stage is best standard all around, and the newer 6 stage is higher psi and more power. Automotive clear coats are in the 37% -42%-51% solids content and 4 stage and 5 stage can handle them easily. Practice with spraying water at first to get the water to gloss. Siempre
@alpha2daquest88518 күн бұрын
@@JakeLesadaI wanted the Precision 6 but just the bare turbine was $2100 so instead I got the Precision 5 LE plus which came loaded with 7700 gun with 5 needles and 3 caps( B, B/hs,C/hs). It was better priced at $1950. Looking forward to seeing more videos from you. Mabuhay!
@JakeLesada18 күн бұрын
Salamat. I also started a new channel specifically for turbine spraying. It is called "Turbine Sprayer". I'm still working out the pivot issues to the new channel and will be uploading more content you can learn from. Siempre
@troybrake568620 күн бұрын
Alright guys i just bought a 3 stage for 160 dollars brand new from HF and it was the display, i have no cord and i want a reasonable all around gun to spray primer to clear on automotive, i seen you got the flex Zilla, what fittings should i buy to set a hose like you got up? Will the 3 stage atomize close to this? Your 5 stage seems to be rocking! BTW i do plan on sanding between coats to get a better overall finish, i just need dependable and consistent i can sand out alot of imperfections! Thanx jake, your the Avanti man!😂
@JakeLesada20 күн бұрын
The fittings I'm using are the Apollo couplers and hose barbed end fittings. The links to the Flexzilla hose are in my Flexzilla hose video. Try and use the shortest hose because you have a 3 stage and you'll have more pressure at the air cap with a shorter hose. A good length for a short hose is 20ft - 15ft. And for a long hose, mine was at 33ft 4inches, but I just cut it to 30ft. I use the Avanti turbine replacement gun and my older and new Apollo spray gun. The prices are on low and high end but the performance of either I can spray anything. Sanding between coats is normal if you want an absolute flat panel for show car. I always like to get the panel straight in metal, do the filler and glaze, and level out my coats to flat. I don't really like to use the high build primers to much but prefer the easy flowing 2k primers and block it with guide coat. The high build stuff always ends up on the floor anyway.
@troybrake568623 күн бұрын
So is a 1.0 and a .8 equals 1.8 at the final?! Right? 👍
@JakeLesada20 күн бұрын
Right, but it depends on the application with the numbers.
@philklein224 күн бұрын
Is this a bleeder gun or non-bleeder?
@JakeLesada24 күн бұрын
It is a non-bleeder turbine spray gun. The machine has 2 air bleed-off ports, one in the back and a small bypass inside.
@suspensefulness25 күн бұрын
im shocked how fast that sprays
@JakeLesada25 күн бұрын
I got it dialed in.
@MarySmith-od9es29 күн бұрын
You skipped the part on taking the old bulb out
@JakeLesada29 күн бұрын
Thank you for pointing that out, and in future videos I'll show it better. At 32 seconds into the video, I show that I'm pulling the bulb out of the socket. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@reinaldotrujillo660129 күн бұрын
Hi Jake, love all your turbine content. When it comes to fluid/air adjustment, how do you decide whether to increased fan/air or decrease fluid in order to get the correct ratio in your spray out? For example if the initial gun setting has dry spray on the wall spray out, do you decrease air or increase fluid? On the other end, if the spray out causes the pattern to run, do you increase air or decrease fluid? And how am i able to tell the difference between glossy and over wet? Thanks again
@JakeLesada29 күн бұрын
I'll try to explain. First, understand that you are the #1 variable in the spraying. Your spraying distance with the spray gun should be about 6"-7" inches from the panel - could be a little bit closer but don't go too far away. Second, the air pressure will also be set at the machine to whatever the machine has available or to whatever setting you are able to set it at. The mixture is going to be based on keeping the #1 variable constant and the air pressure constant. The fan adjustment is needed if you want the edges of the spray pattern to be less straggly bits of atomization, then you tighten the fan a little. Now for the mixture, it will depend on the size of the tip you choose and the air cap. The tip is more important to pick correctly. The thick paint needs a bigger tip (1.0mm -1.3mm/1.5mm), the thin paint - like base coat needs a smaller tip (0.8mm), and the clear coat likes medium size tip (1.0mm). If the spray gun setting has dry spray on wall test, then you have too little of mixture for the amount of air - so increase the fluid mixture. Or, you could be moving to fast - slow down a bit. If the spray out causes the paint to run then you keep air constant and decrease fluid mixture. Or, you could be moving too slow - pick up the pace a bit. You will be able to see the correct glossy when light easily shines off the spray test, and it is not over wet - if it doesn't run after you walk away and come back to look at it. Hope this helps.
@reinaldotrujillo660128 күн бұрын
@JakeLesada Thanks Jake, that was a great explanation. I really appreciate all your videos on hvlp turbine painting. Are you coming out with anymore videos anytime soon?
@JakeLesada28 күн бұрын
I made a video for you explaining the theory of how to adjust mixture for turbine spraying. I'm editing it and it should be up tomorrow. It will explain better what you'll need to do when adjusting your mix. I'm using water as my spray material - water represents clear coat easily in spraying lessons.
@reinaldotrujillo660128 күн бұрын
@@JakeLesada oh man! Thank you so much! I will be on the lookout for it.
@JakeLesada25 күн бұрын
I finally got it posted, it's on my new channel "Turbine Sprayer". It's episode 01.
@jorgemora7190Ай бұрын
Wow Jake what tool is great bcse that way you know everthink exactly were you are on cells num thanks for time
@JakeLesada5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@suspensefulnessАй бұрын
u guys are awesome im switching to turbine and my boss has a 4 stage apollo new with 7700 and 7500 gun for 600$ is this a good deal
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
That's a good deal, I got the same spray guns.
@caseygina3553Ай бұрын
The longer bar saws have more durable motors and thicker bars that resist twisting in the wood better, and also some nicer features like more torque, higher chain speed, metal bucking spikes, etc. so they definitely have their place, but you're right - you can get a lot done when needed with the smaller ones. Careful not to run too hard though...I burned out the motor in my 18 inch twice due to cutting continuously for hours. I just got the new 20" model which should tolerate my abuse better.
@terrasculpАй бұрын
Thanks for the assist.- nice job!
@tubetop36Ай бұрын
Thank you Jake, I was so pissed that my string continued to overlap...you shouwed me how to feed the string with the cap on!!! Love the video with the camo too...!!!
@JoeyC0914Ай бұрын
Bro love the channel!
@yoopernowАй бұрын
Thanks for not editing out the "hard parts". Nobody learns from perfect, easy examples...
@TBKJDMАй бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@aidenmcintyre5641Ай бұрын
great video thank you!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome and thank you for watching and commenting.
@mikepeterson443Ай бұрын
The flame looks awesome. I'm contemplating. Do you see an issue with the construction quality or rust?
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
I made you a quick video so you can decide for yourself. The construction is good thick metal, I didn't cover it at first and it did get rained on a couple of times, then I covered it cause it started to get some flash rust. But overall, very pleased it's been solid. I'll clean up rust later and do a restore video. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@lyndaproper1313Ай бұрын
This is the best video on filling this trimmer. You pointed out the hole! No one else has done that and it's made all the difference! Thank you so much!!!!!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome, and thank you for watching and commenting.
@holymoly8718Ай бұрын
why are the flames orange? can you adjust the air intake to make it blue?
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Sorry about that, rookie mistake with the burner plate upside down. The tabs of the burner plate should be pointed upwards, this video doesn't show the tabs because the plate is upside down. It had fallen out when I was moving things around and I mistakenly installed it upside down. In my other videos with the high pressure regulator upgrade, the plate is installed correctly and the flames are nice and blue. Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@matsm-xd2dwАй бұрын
Thank you! I'm doing my parents lawn while they are on vacation a d this saves me!!!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome, and thank you for watching and commenting.
@jonnyboyjqbАй бұрын
I call BS. Didn't see any scratches when you started.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Look again at the panel after the wipe. No bs, look again.
@VincentThePhotogАй бұрын
Great video.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@herewegoagain6734Ай бұрын
Curious how much paint it took for the bumper?
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
The front bumper clear coat mix was around 400ml or just under 14oz RTS( ready to spray). I did the same mix for the rear bumper. Had some extra leftover, but I didn't want to run out during spray session. The base coat mix was 6oz. RTS. The front grill was 2oz. base coat and 2.5oz clear coat. I mixed those at 3oz RTS and had leftover.
@herewegoagain6734Ай бұрын
Thanks for the reply Jake Keep up the good work brother.
@user-uz7sf5yc2cАй бұрын
THANKS FOR THE HELP SIR BRA ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨💯🙏😎
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome, thank you for watching.
@ilivemylifeaquartermileata9147Ай бұрын
thank you sir!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome, thank you for watching.
@billbeardsley3613Ай бұрын
That air valve thing is a load leveler compressor. White is an interesting choice. I recently saw a deep "root beer brown metalic" that was stunning and very rich looking. Happy motoring!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
There was a Maserati with a "root beer brown metallic" at the drag and brag show. Almost similar to a Porsche Macadamia Brown Metallic color. I custom painted a VW Golf when that color first arrived back in 08. Gave it a black under base and 4 coats of clear.
@mikeo8890Ай бұрын
I went to harbor freight today to buy that machine and the manager took me they stopped selling them, I was disappointed.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Yes, I just spoke to a couple HB stores in my area and they told me it's no longer available. One store told me the item has been replaced with a different machine, but the machine is an airless sprayer and not a turbine sprayer. Their replacement turbine spray gun is also unavailable within a 100 mile range of the store I spoke to, and it's been on the "clearance item" description.
@mikeo8890Ай бұрын
@@JakeLesada the manager said it wasn't a big seller and there going to focus on the cheaper models. I have one that I've been using for a few years and it still works, but I don't do cars .
@alpha2daquest885Ай бұрын
Kamusta Kuya Jake. I've been watching many videos from you. Salamat for all the incite. I want to buy Apollo Precision series but I want to cut cost down by buying only the Turbine. Can I use Avanti gun and Flexilla hose with Apollo units. When I have more money I'll upgrade to better guns. Salamat.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Kamusta, yes using the Avanti gun and Flexzilla hose will work, but it also depends on which Apollo machine you have that will give you different performance to atomize paint. I have used Avanti turbine spray gun and Flexzilla with the Apollo Maxi-Miser machine I have from 2016 and also with another brand 4 stage turbine that is really old. The Apollo hose couplers are what I use and they are lightweight and work great. Don't use the full length 50ft Flexzilla - that is too long for the air to reach the spray gun properly, that is the reason I cut my Flexzilla hose shorter into 2 sections. I spoke to Flexzilla, they have a 25ft length hose, I would use that. Salamat for watching videos.
@alpha2daquest885Ай бұрын
Thank you for responding, Kuya. One more question. Which is the better buy Apollo Precision 6 Pro $2,099 (turbine only) 6-stage, digital pressure display or Apollo Power 5 VS w/ A7700 gun $1649 5-stage w/o digital display? I'm going to repaint my cars at home. Salamat po.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
If you can get the Precision 6 get it, that one has the bigger turbine with more internal fans, and you can easily adjust the psi with the digital pressure display. You can always upgrade later for their spray gun. If you do go with the Power 5, it will still be easy to adjust the psi using your ear and eyes to hear and see what the paint is doing on the test wall. I did a video awhile back, and I covered the machine and adjusted psi without knowing the setting and set the mix which was water as material and I used my ears and eyes to see what the water was spraying on the wall. As a package with spray gun included you can start spraying right away, but the 6 does have more power, it is their latest version. The Avanti spray gun is good and inexpensive and works, but it is on clearance at HB and the store people told me they might not be getting any new stock.
@davidcampbell7077Ай бұрын
What's the best clear coat to use to paint a full car with this turbine?
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Choose from your budget and choose from the solids content of any clear coat. The lower the solids content the easier to spray. The higher the solids content the thicker the spray and need for full wet saturation. The biggest issue with choosing the clear coat type is whether it is fast clear for spot panel or slower clear for overall painting. I would always recommend the clear you are most familiar with to use as your "go to clear". I have used many different brands and different mix ratios - 2:1, 3:1,4:1 mixes with or without reducers and they all spray easy and also have different texture appearances - some flow like OEM orange peel and some flow out like show car. Some clear coats are made from the same manufacturer but relabeled under a different name for another company. I know, but to me it's like saying they're all the same stuff but with a different name.
@ZONIAN955Ай бұрын
I bought one of these Avanti 5 stage HVLP. The poor reviews complained about the provided hose coming apart. I really like your Flexzilla solution and I just now happen to be needing to replace about 30' of air conditioner drain line which will leave me a good 20' or so for paint hose working in back. Plenty for my needs and at a big cost savings too. Thank you for your videos. They are a big help. Best of luck to you.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@nancywomack3810Ай бұрын
Ahhh.....now i get it.....thank you for sharing!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome, and thank you for watching and commenting.
@taniasultana2468Ай бұрын
I just fixed blind sport mirror when I need to take it off I dnt like my fixed position and I’m worring about how to take it off I hope your video will help and I want to know what you done with tape please
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting.
@od2437Ай бұрын
Ty
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You are so welcome and thank you for watching.
@MrRockfish01Ай бұрын
That craft wok is a freaking tank of a wok 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting.
@ATLTiger1969Ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You're welcome, and thank you for watching and commenting.
@user-lp4em8he9wАй бұрын
How much price 18 inch sir
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
The average price for the 18 inch is about $399.
@user-wu9yi7bt6xАй бұрын
Thank you for the video, your own struggle to see the hole helped me so much.
@JakeLesadaАй бұрын
You're welcome, and thank you for watching and commenting.
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I have the same issue with my Prius. One module is testing in the 6s and the rest are almost exactly the same at 7.6 or so. I ordered the module, so you have to charge and balance the after switching this module out? I don’t know that I have a charger that will work is why I ask. Hoping to be able to just put it all back to gather and see what it does? Any info would help on exactly what you did in the module replacement process! Thanks for the video
I got some really cheap 4 for $20 used modules from a Prius used car dealer. The modules had low voltage SOC (state of charge) but, they were close to my pack individual module voltages. I installed only one module that had the best or least voltage drop in a 24hr period. The car was back on the road. It was great for several months until we used aftermarket seat warmers from Amazon and then the pack red triangle reappeared. I scanned the car to see which module was bad and it was the one I had replaced from the Prius used car dealer. So, I redid the pack again by replacing only that bad module, and since I still had 3 leftover from the "4 for $20" group, I used one of those to get the car back on the road. As long as the replacement modules are good, you should be fine. The ones I got used and installed probably were just "ok" and not good.
What do you do if chain isn’t getting oil even after adding to the tank?
Be certain you have correct oil for bar and chain. Remove battery first of course, then I would check to see if wood particles are bunched up under the chain tension guard and small chain sprocket. If it is full of wood chips, clean and see if it helps get the oil to flow better.
@@JakeLesada great idea. Will try this and report back. Thanks!
After months of having the sprayer. How is it hold up ?
It stills sounds and performs like new. I even got a "Smart" brand remote switch for it that matches the required amps.
Thank you 🙏
You are so welcome, and thank you for watching.
Hello sir, I have a new batch of polishing machines recently. Would you be interested in helping me test them？
What kind or brands do you have?
The M12 fuel takes the cake
Thank you for watching and commenting.
Can you share how you do it please 🙂
I made you a video, "how to make your own diy soft edge masking tool", and it should be up Thursday. Hope you like it.
What number 2.0 adapter is that? I just made a u tube conversion to make it a gravity feed, but i guess i could also go with to he bottom feed h/o, i have my conversion setup with the 1.0 spectrum system, but it has a hole that i have to seal and put the nipple from the cup in to make it work, but i will probably just buy the legit 2.0 3M setup! I also bought the Niagara 100ft 3/4 contractor hose, and to be honest it looks better to me than the flexzilla i seen at Walmart for double the price, it is light and really flexible just like the flexzilla, but we will see how good it works eventually! It will be awhile before i paint my truck, i have the money saved to buy all my paint and primer s i just need to get some color matched and figure out what sealer/ epoxy i want to go with, it's a older truck so i want it to last forever!
In this video I'm using the 3M adapter S18, it's the longer adapter. designed for the bottom feed. But now, I use the shorter S34 adapter originally designed for the top feed spray guns. It works and is shorter and lighter than the S18. The "S" designates it as the 2.0 version and the #18 or#34 adapter designates it as the 1.0 version. Just remember the shorter the air hose the stronger the air cap pressure at the spray gun. I cut my hose down now to a 30ft and 15ft length. I also use sandwich bags as my liners for the 3M PPS system.
@@JakeLesada yeah I read up and seen the s#'s are 2.0, I just wasn't sure what number. And I'm definitely cutting the 100ft down to a more practical length. I will be painting a vehicle in a booth so I will have a long hose for that and a short hose for smaller projects. I wonder if the spectrum liners work in the 3M setup? Didn't spectrum just copy them? The liners are cheap at HF but a sandwich bag is a great idea, especially if painting something besides automotive! Thanx for the reply, I'm sure il be back with plenty of questions as I get this rig up and running! Your the best brother!
I think the Spectrum liners are meant for the 1.0 version PPS. Compare the top center opening of the liner lid. The 1.0 is small in diameter, and the 2.0 is a larger opening. Also, the hose I'm using is a 5/8" diameter.
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Never would have thought of this! You're a genius!
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Watching this video was like watching a Blue Angel Fly-by! Thanks Maverick!
Roger Houston, copy that, we have lift off. Thank you so much for watching the video.
Jake, just ran across your channel. Thanks for the great info. When you cut the hose, what fittings did you use and how did you attach them to the hose?
I used my old barbed fittings from my Apollo hose. And then, I reattached with the Otekiker clamps I removed from the Apollo hose and rewrapped them with black electrical tape for esthetics. You can use a regular small hose clamp to connect the hose to the fitting, but it is not as factory oem looking. Also, Flexzilla has a hose custom cut fitting on their website that looks like it could work too. I talked to the tech rep Tyler today, and he described them to me and I think they should work great. They are made of aluminum similar to the Apollo fittings. The couplers I used are the Apollo couplers, they work great and are made of aluminum. I'm still working on getting some links up, but you can source the Flexzilla couplers at Ace hardware. I got some on order from Amazon and will get those links up if they work, and after I experiment with the fittings. I just recut my hose to 30ft and reused my clamps, I'll post that video in a couple days.
Thank you. I have the avanti as well and would like to use it the watt you do.
Dang Kuya. Props to you. Ang galing. Question for you. Finally got my paint Bc/Cc. Base is 2:1 which = 1.5 gal. of sprayable. Will this be enough for engine bay, jambs incl hood/ trunk and rest of exterior. Its a 2000 Civic coupe. Color change to Obsidian Blue metallic(Very Dark) Using a black epoxy sealer as undercoat. From my understanding from you and other turbine users this system uses less paint. Salamat again.
Walang anoman! Yes, that should be plenty. Depending on the equipment you use, if you can spray base coat at 5.5psi you'll save paint from excess overspray. The clear coat, depending on brand and mix ratio, can be sprayed from 6psi to 7psi. Higher psi like 8psi or 9psi will use more paint, but you'll have to move faster so you don't get runs or sags. The base coats like a 0.8mm needle and tip - for most brands. You can go larger to 1.0mm but be careful not to over wet the base coat using a larger needle and tip. I used 1.3mm and it does increase the spraying speed, but it will build fast so you gotta move fast. Most clear coat brands can be sprayed at 1.0mm as the "go to size". If you use a smaller 0.8mm thinking you'll reduce your orange peel texture, you will reduce the peel a bit - but the paint will also be thinner. And, if you're using a high solids clear thru a small 0.8mm needle and tip, there will be more overspray because the clear is being choked thru a small tip. 1.0mm is best all around size. 1.3mm goes heavy with clear coat and waste the paint sometimes. Also try to get at least a 4 stage unit if you can, 5 stage is best standard all around, and the newer 6 stage is higher psi and more power. Automotive clear coats are in the 37% -42%-51% solids content and 4 stage and 5 stage can handle them easily. Practice with spraying water at first to get the water to gloss. Siempre
@@JakeLesadaI wanted the Precision 6 but just the bare turbine was $2100 so instead I got the Precision 5 LE plus which came loaded with 7700 gun with 5 needles and 3 caps( B, B/hs,C/hs). It was better priced at $1950. Looking forward to seeing more videos from you. Mabuhay!
Salamat. I also started a new channel specifically for turbine spraying. It is called "Turbine Sprayer". I'm still working out the pivot issues to the new channel and will be uploading more content you can learn from. Siempre
Alright guys i just bought a 3 stage for 160 dollars brand new from HF and it was the display, i have no cord and i want a reasonable all around gun to spray primer to clear on automotive, i seen you got the flex Zilla, what fittings should i buy to set a hose like you got up? Will the 3 stage atomize close to this? Your 5 stage seems to be rocking! BTW i do plan on sanding between coats to get a better overall finish, i just need dependable and consistent i can sand out alot of imperfections! Thanx jake, your the Avanti man!😂
The fittings I'm using are the Apollo couplers and hose barbed end fittings. The links to the Flexzilla hose are in my Flexzilla hose video. Try and use the shortest hose because you have a 3 stage and you'll have more pressure at the air cap with a shorter hose. A good length for a short hose is 20ft - 15ft. And for a long hose, mine was at 33ft 4inches, but I just cut it to 30ft. I use the Avanti turbine replacement gun and my older and new Apollo spray gun. The prices are on low and high end but the performance of either I can spray anything. Sanding between coats is normal if you want an absolute flat panel for show car. I always like to get the panel straight in metal, do the filler and glaze, and level out my coats to flat. I don't really like to use the high build primers to much but prefer the easy flowing 2k primers and block it with guide coat. The high build stuff always ends up on the floor anyway.
So is a 1.0 and a .8 equals 1.8 at the final?! Right? 👍
Right, but it depends on the application with the numbers.
Is this a bleeder gun or non-bleeder?
It is a non-bleeder turbine spray gun. The machine has 2 air bleed-off ports, one in the back and a small bypass inside.
im shocked how fast that sprays
I got it dialed in.
You skipped the part on taking the old bulb out
Thank you for pointing that out, and in future videos I'll show it better. At 32 seconds into the video, I show that I'm pulling the bulb out of the socket. Thank you for watching and commenting.
Hi Jake, love all your turbine content. When it comes to fluid/air adjustment, how do you decide whether to increased fan/air or decrease fluid in order to get the correct ratio in your spray out? For example if the initial gun setting has dry spray on the wall spray out, do you decrease air or increase fluid? On the other end, if the spray out causes the pattern to run, do you increase air or decrease fluid? And how am i able to tell the difference between glossy and over wet? Thanks again
I'll try to explain. First, understand that you are the #1 variable in the spraying. Your spraying distance with the spray gun should be about 6"-7" inches from the panel - could be a little bit closer but don't go too far away. Second, the air pressure will also be set at the machine to whatever the machine has available or to whatever setting you are able to set it at. The mixture is going to be based on keeping the #1 variable constant and the air pressure constant. The fan adjustment is needed if you want the edges of the spray pattern to be less straggly bits of atomization, then you tighten the fan a little. Now for the mixture, it will depend on the size of the tip you choose and the air cap. The tip is more important to pick correctly. The thick paint needs a bigger tip (1.0mm -1.3mm/1.5mm), the thin paint - like base coat needs a smaller tip (0.8mm), and the clear coat likes medium size tip (1.0mm). If the spray gun setting has dry spray on wall test, then you have too little of mixture for the amount of air - so increase the fluid mixture. Or, you could be moving to fast - slow down a bit. If the spray out causes the paint to run then you keep air constant and decrease fluid mixture. Or, you could be moving too slow - pick up the pace a bit. You will be able to see the correct glossy when light easily shines off the spray test, and it is not over wet - if it doesn't run after you walk away and come back to look at it. Hope this helps.
@JakeLesada Thanks Jake, that was a great explanation. I really appreciate all your videos on hvlp turbine painting. Are you coming out with anymore videos anytime soon?
I made a video for you explaining the theory of how to adjust mixture for turbine spraying. I'm editing it and it should be up tomorrow. It will explain better what you'll need to do when adjusting your mix. I'm using water as my spray material - water represents clear coat easily in spraying lessons.
@@JakeLesada oh man! Thank you so much! I will be on the lookout for it.
I finally got it posted, it's on my new channel "Turbine Sprayer". It's episode 01.
Wow Jake what tool is great bcse that way you know everthink exactly were you are on cells num thanks for time
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u guys are awesome im switching to turbine and my boss has a 4 stage apollo new with 7700 and 7500 gun for 600$ is this a good deal
That's a good deal, I got the same spray guns.
The longer bar saws have more durable motors and thicker bars that resist twisting in the wood better, and also some nicer features like more torque, higher chain speed, metal bucking spikes, etc. so they definitely have their place, but you're right - you can get a lot done when needed with the smaller ones. Careful not to run too hard though...I burned out the motor in my 18 inch twice due to cutting continuously for hours. I just got the new 20" model which should tolerate my abuse better.
Thanks for the assist.- nice job!
Thank you Jake, I was so pissed that my string continued to overlap...you shouwed me how to feed the string with the cap on!!! Love the video with the camo too...!!!
Bro love the channel!
Thanks for not editing out the "hard parts". Nobody learns from perfect, easy examples...
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great video thank you!
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The flame looks awesome. I'm contemplating. Do you see an issue with the construction quality or rust?
I made you a quick video so you can decide for yourself. The construction is good thick metal, I didn't cover it at first and it did get rained on a couple of times, then I covered it cause it started to get some flash rust. But overall, very pleased it's been solid. I'll clean up rust later and do a restore video. Thank you for watching and commenting.
This is the best video on filling this trimmer. You pointed out the hole! No one else has done that and it's made all the difference! Thank you so much!!!!!
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why are the flames orange? can you adjust the air intake to make it blue?
Sorry about that, rookie mistake with the burner plate upside down. The tabs of the burner plate should be pointed upwards, this video doesn't show the tabs because the plate is upside down. It had fallen out when I was moving things around and I mistakenly installed it upside down. In my other videos with the high pressure regulator upgrade, the plate is installed correctly and the flames are nice and blue. Thank you so much for watching and commenting.
Thank you! I'm doing my parents lawn while they are on vacation a d this saves me!!!
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I call BS. Didn't see any scratches when you started.
Look again at the panel after the wipe. No bs, look again.
Great video.
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Curious how much paint it took for the bumper?
The front bumper clear coat mix was around 400ml or just under 14oz RTS( ready to spray). I did the same mix for the rear bumper. Had some extra leftover, but I didn't want to run out during spray session. The base coat mix was 6oz. RTS. The front grill was 2oz. base coat and 2.5oz clear coat. I mixed those at 3oz RTS and had leftover.
Thanks for the reply Jake Keep up the good work brother.
THANKS FOR THE HELP SIR BRA ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨💯🙏😎
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thank you sir!
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That air valve thing is a load leveler compressor. White is an interesting choice. I recently saw a deep "root beer brown metalic" that was stunning and very rich looking. Happy motoring!
There was a Maserati with a "root beer brown metallic" at the drag and brag show. Almost similar to a Porsche Macadamia Brown Metallic color. I custom painted a VW Golf when that color first arrived back in 08. Gave it a black under base and 4 coats of clear.
I went to harbor freight today to buy that machine and the manager took me they stopped selling them, I was disappointed.
Yes, I just spoke to a couple HB stores in my area and they told me it's no longer available. One store told me the item has been replaced with a different machine, but the machine is an airless sprayer and not a turbine sprayer. Their replacement turbine spray gun is also unavailable within a 100 mile range of the store I spoke to, and it's been on the "clearance item" description.
@@JakeLesada the manager said it wasn't a big seller and there going to focus on the cheaper models. I have one that I've been using for a few years and it still works, but I don't do cars .
Kamusta Kuya Jake. I've been watching many videos from you. Salamat for all the incite. I want to buy Apollo Precision series but I want to cut cost down by buying only the Turbine. Can I use Avanti gun and Flexilla hose with Apollo units. When I have more money I'll upgrade to better guns. Salamat.
Kamusta, yes using the Avanti gun and Flexzilla hose will work, but it also depends on which Apollo machine you have that will give you different performance to atomize paint. I have used Avanti turbine spray gun and Flexzilla with the Apollo Maxi-Miser machine I have from 2016 and also with another brand 4 stage turbine that is really old. The Apollo hose couplers are what I use and they are lightweight and work great. Don't use the full length 50ft Flexzilla - that is too long for the air to reach the spray gun properly, that is the reason I cut my Flexzilla hose shorter into 2 sections. I spoke to Flexzilla, they have a 25ft length hose, I would use that. Salamat for watching videos.
Thank you for responding, Kuya. One more question. Which is the better buy Apollo Precision 6 Pro $2,099 (turbine only) 6-stage, digital pressure display or Apollo Power 5 VS w/ A7700 gun $1649 5-stage w/o digital display? I'm going to repaint my cars at home. Salamat po.
If you can get the Precision 6 get it, that one has the bigger turbine with more internal fans, and you can easily adjust the psi with the digital pressure display. You can always upgrade later for their spray gun. If you do go with the Power 5, it will still be easy to adjust the psi using your ear and eyes to hear and see what the paint is doing on the test wall. I did a video awhile back, and I covered the machine and adjusted psi without knowing the setting and set the mix which was water as material and I used my ears and eyes to see what the water was spraying on the wall. As a package with spray gun included you can start spraying right away, but the 6 does have more power, it is their latest version. The Avanti spray gun is good and inexpensive and works, but it is on clearance at HB and the store people told me they might not be getting any new stock.
What's the best clear coat to use to paint a full car with this turbine?
Choose from your budget and choose from the solids content of any clear coat. The lower the solids content the easier to spray. The higher the solids content the thicker the spray and need for full wet saturation. The biggest issue with choosing the clear coat type is whether it is fast clear for spot panel or slower clear for overall painting. I would always recommend the clear you are most familiar with to use as your "go to clear". I have used many different brands and different mix ratios - 2:1, 3:1,4:1 mixes with or without reducers and they all spray easy and also have different texture appearances - some flow like OEM orange peel and some flow out like show car. Some clear coats are made from the same manufacturer but relabeled under a different name for another company. I know, but to me it's like saying they're all the same stuff but with a different name.
I bought one of these Avanti 5 stage HVLP. The poor reviews complained about the provided hose coming apart. I really like your Flexzilla solution and I just now happen to be needing to replace about 30' of air conditioner drain line which will leave me a good 20' or so for paint hose working in back. Plenty for my needs and at a big cost savings too. Thank you for your videos. They are a big help. Best of luck to you.
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Ahhh.....now i get it.....thank you for sharing!
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I just fixed blind sport mirror when I need to take it off I dnt like my fixed position and I’m worring about how to take it off I hope your video will help and I want to know what you done with tape please
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That craft wok is a freaking tank of a wok 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
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How much price 18 inch sir
The average price for the 18 inch is about $399.
Thank you for the video, your own struggle to see the hole helped me so much.
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Rubbing alcohol also works pretty well
Thank you for the great suggestion.