How To: Clean A Spray Paint Gun - HVLP and Siphon Spray Paint Guns

Here's some Tech Tips and Tricks on cleaning your spray gun back to new condition. How to clean your spray paint gun is very simple and easy, and only takes a few minutes to do it right! www.swrnc.com or 972-420-1293

[@diyautoschool]

Cleaning your spray gun is the most important thing to insure you get a quality paint job.. a small spec of trash will be a mountain full of dirt on a nice paint job.. I hope everyone learns from this very important lesson and thanks for watching.. Please Subscribe and click the NOTIFICATION Button so you can be updated for everytime I upload a new video.. Thanks!

[@cesarconh895]

diyautoschool WRONG! You remove the needle before you remove the fluid tip! High quality guns are built to precise tolerances and removing the fluid tip while the needle is in the gun will cause unnecessary ware on the needle.

[@The762x39mm]

Very neat trick the carb cleaner! I must try that next time i have to clean my gun. On a side note, i like to depress the gun trigger before unscrewing the fluid tip so the needle doesnt make contact with the tip while unscrewing. Thankyou for another instructive video!

[@paulsworld07]

Thank god for this video. Tons of other how to clean guns and you have the most effective and efficient method ( not to mention inexpensive) I never would have tried and oh my god it's the best! Thanks Chief!! Subscribed because I know you have a ton of other useful information I'm gonna need!

[@johne41]

Hey my friend Pete do you need to brake down and clean the gun after every coat or just when your switching colors or clear coats? Thanks for all your videos.

[@deankay4434]

@@cesarconh895 >How come it still atomizes, sprays the same and produces a very nice paint job? It is the man behind the gun that matters, besides, in China, where your fluid needle comes from, the 7 year old finishes each needle the same way as it come off the machining process. You don’t want to make a 7 year old Chinese boy cry and loose his job? That is wrong! Also before Scotch Brite, they used steel wool, or did you know that?

[@johnjohn4465]

Can't believe he went thru the entire video & not ONE cuss word !!!!! Pete , ur getting Old !!!!! Thanks for the help , Your biggest fan, John

[@austntexan]

Been making my way through your videos. I can't think you enough man. You're a great guy to be sharing your tips and tricks so willingly. I've learned a lot from you.

[@twindragon731]

Thank you my good friend Pete. This is something that I have been wanting to know. I really appreciate you taking time out to show us the proper way.

[@Onemoretake01]

Pete, this is the most informative video I've seen about cleaning my guns. I aspire to be a professional automotive paint tech, and this helped me better than my father's instruction (who has nearly the years of experience that you do). Thank you so much Pete

[@deankay4434]

Thanks Pete as this information is timeless! You are a book of knowledge and experience. People don’t know that these guns used leather and later cork. These are robust. Enjoyed watching and learning because I don’t do this everyday. Thanks again!

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

thanks for the get back love the show my family been in the repair BIZ 50 + years and i learn every day keep up the good show yr better then most shows on tv

[@lennybillett]

that is a very awesome tip my friend Pete, thank you so much for taking the time and showing us great professional tips. I really appreciate what you do for us.

[@sfag82]

My friend Pete, thank you for your shared knowledge and experience. Your videos have taught me a lot and I continue to learn. Thank you!

[@jigsawpulse1139]

Thank you for taking your time to educate the others in this industry

[@jamesward5721]

Carb cleaner is the gift when it comes to cleaning sprayguns. Nothing else works as fast/well. It takes the pain out of cleaning guns.

[@GradexAxGuy]

Thanks! I’m new to this auto body and painting thing. You’ve literally cut my gun cleaning time down to like 5 min a opposed to 15 with the lacquer thinner and mason jar technique

[@carlosagosto43]

Thanks Pete from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 !!!!!

[@russman7587]

Carburetor cleaner. Very cool tip. I really enjoy your videos Pete

[@Flair4Air]

Carb cleaner I'll be trying that, all I've ever used is lacquer thinner, great tip thanks Pete.

[@petefroud5308]

Good sound advice . That carb cleaner is good stuff has many uses.

[@bruceosborne1892]

Great how to video Pete!

[@tobywilliams414]

Hey man! Love your videos. I return to them frequently for the working man aspect of getting things done “right”. Hope your still doing well!

[@kaycox5555]

So very, very helpful - thank you for sharing!!!!

[@lifestylemodificatio]

thanks pete, I am at home and now will get er done... keep vids coming.

[@Tyblorg]

Thanks for the upload Pete!!! Take er' easy.

[@diyautoschool]

Thanks for watching....

[@neilkinney6600]

Thanks for the good tip Pete.

[@andyallison8017]

hello my friend Pete, great tip I'm going to try it today. Keep up the good work bud

[@diyautoschool]

Let me know how it goes Andy.. Don't forget to clean that vent tube or hole... Pete

[@randabuffer6562]

Best guy in the business

[@lewismartin9980]

Great tip Pete..just pu a Binks no.7 @ a fleamarket this weekend for 10 bucks just needs cleaning.Thks Pete.

[@nikolasm3300]

just came in from painting white paint on one of my cars rim, would have been nice if you posted this yesterday haha, i just clean my gun with brake clean and acetone, if its really bad ill soak them in gasoline inside an old water bottle, but I'll definitely use carb cleaner next time. but i really cleaned my gun and even though im using cheap rustoleum paint i still strained it and my rim came out great.

[@romangloman6953]

Thanks again Pete!

[@marcos22571]

Good tip with the brake cleaner. My fathers a professional paint and body man as for I took another route in life in my profession. I'll let him know you said "what's up" due to his deportation to mexico. 🇲🇽

[@Stephenwp]

Just found your channel and am enjoying watching your videos. If you want to know what chemicals are in a product, check the SDS (safety data sheet). Some variation between brands, but carburetor cleaner is mostly methanol with some acetone and toluene. Non-chlorinated brake cleaner is mostly acetone with a little bit of toluene.

[@steveh653]

Anther great tip, Thanks Pete!!

[@catman256able]

Pete is so cool. thank you

[@spacystacy51]

thanks for the tech tip$

[@caseyfuller9246]

You tha man Pete!

[@ulisestorres9995]

Thank's Pete!

[@redwolfalpha4658]

Thanks for sharing

[@corvette19811981]

Thanks Pete ,

[@Fireship1]

Pete, what about putting some carb cleaner in the cup,and spraying it through the gun to flush out paint Or whatever you sprayed prior? Good or bad idea?

[@bobolsen7921]

p.s. love your sence of humor.refering to your hired help as....mr. fin employee....i blew snot all over me when you said that

[@billhowe6180]

Ah you read my message, thanks man, perfect timing as well, painting a wagon on friday

[@nairbudy6403]

About to paint for the first time...thanks.

[@patamos7019]

I was painting the fenders for my truck before I put them on and noticed that after a couple minutes of spraying, the spray pattern dwindled to nothing but I had good pressure. Just wasn't getting any paint. I had cleaned my gun thoroughly BUT on my vent, there was a rubber hose. evidently paint had gotten into it and dried clogging up the vent. After painting for so long, it created a vacuum in the canister not allowing paint to go through. From THAT point on, I made sure to be sure the vent AND hose were clean and clear!!!!!

[@diyautoschool]

YES-- the vent must be clean as well and I didn't even show that --- DAMIT! Thanks for adding that IMPORTANT Tech Tip in the conversation. Pete

[@patamos7019]

I learned THAT the hard way! I don't know how long I screwed around trying to figure out WHY the paint quit flowing. The metal nipple was clear and clean but that damn vent hose was plugged with paint.

[@hernancontreras8585]

Thank You .

[@augiedasilva7740]

thanx you buddy good vdo man

[@arturobolanos9080]

thanks Pete

[@rustynuckles3662]

I was just spraying paint with a Sanborne siphon gun and went to clean it out for clear coat, now I have no flow. When I remove the cup and spray carb. cleaner in the pickup tube while holding the trigger down I get flow. I cleaned everything you showed including the hose on the cap. What causes that?

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

Hey Pete- have you, or do you ever use disposable plastic cup liners for the gun? Why or why not? Thank you.

[@glennwilliams15]

thank you pete

[@spacystacy51]

learned a couple of things the blue gloves are actually chemical resistant they don't blow up and carb cleaner. KEWL 😊 thanks for sharing

[@GalaxyStranger01]

Nitrile. I don't think the color has anything to do with it.

[@elmeradams8781]

Nitrile is isn't chemical resistant.

[@billboyle7866]

Hey Pete-- Your tips are always helpful--many thanks. :)

[@ozzstars_cars]

That's as clean as it gets without a dirty word! haha

[@licha5050]

Sharpe 775 Non-HVLP Spray Gun and Cup Combo Part 6835 just got 3 of them for 150 w 1.8 i all so have a binks number 7 got it over 35 years ago time fer a rebuild kit

[@edwardpeter2652]

Hi, i have an urgent question: is it possible to clean spray gun using an ultrasonic washer tank?

[@sanbehzad]

You’re awesome 👏

[@cubul32]

Is the carb thinnner the same as lacquer thinner? I suppose lacquer thinner would work for the entire cleaning process (asking because that's what I have at home right now - new at this but doing my homework).

[@williamcharles9480]

Pete, you never cease to amaze me. You're still using an "old school" siphon feed gun; is there a benefit to using this type of gun over the newer gravity feed type and is that siphon gun HVLP? Also I like the fact that you use the aerosol "Carb-Throttle Body" spray. You seem to have less liquid chemical to dispose of.

[@dand3975]

A old school gun like a Binks #7 sprays lot of volume paint at a high pressure like 60 psi. Lot of the paint is wasted as overspray, but it lays paint down fast. The old Binks #7 was the gun of choice on the 1970-1980s and ideal for single stage acrylic enamel paint, and high build laquor primer of the day. Better off using a modern gravity paint gun with base coat and clear paints to save on paint and chemicals, but if you already have a good old school spray gun replacing it is not justified for 1 or 2 paint projects.

[@zzzzzzqu]

i bought a central pneumatic siphon gun from HF. the tip in it is a 1.8 mm where can i get a 1.4-1.6 tip for it? i cant really afford to purchase another gun.

[@IfItAintBrokeStillFixIt]

thanks for the vid

[@williamaltizer6263]

Pete this is Tommy in Virginia can you tell me if the old type spray paint gun where the tank is on the bottom is better than the new top canister spray gun

[@chunk386]

Hey Pete for the inside could you use a flap disc? might help those hard to reach places. I prefer the carb cleaner over the laq thinner. But I'm not professional.

[@diyautoschool]

Carb Cleaner works great.. If your gun is really bad you can buy some Carb Cleaner in the gallon jug and dismantle your spray gun and put it in the cleaner for a few days and then take it out and clean it up with water and some detail brush's and it will be brand new again...

[@lascer8r]

acetone, good or bad?

[@johnskierski159]

I have spray fine gun.It sprays without me.Any ideas ?

[@crimes569]

hey Pete I'm probably your #1 fan I've watched all of your video been a sub for at least 4 years, but I got to know why are you still spraying with a syphon gun it wastes paint and using d-cups or Sata cups make for way faster clean up and less lacquer thinner and carb cleaner did you just not like the sata? have you ever tried a iwata w 400rp? just wondering thank you so much for all you do for us I've learned so much from you and you definitely have made me a better hobbiest body man thanks again, your biggest fan!!

[@lennybillett]

crimes569 if you were his number 1 fan then you would have seen the video where he talks about his favorite spray guns. my friend Pete does have a lot of spray guns in his Arsenal, but there's are certain guns for certain projects and when you find a tool that works great, you stick with it. maybe you should go back and watch some more videos and you will understand...number 1 fan ???

[@crimes569]

lennybillett well... I have seen the "arsenal" and that's why I was referring to the sata guns he bought he always is picking up that binks #7

[@lennybillett]

sorry if I came across sounding like a jerk.any friend of my friend Pete is a friend of mine. I myself don't know much about spray painting guns. you sound like you know what you're talking about. but he does talk about it previous videos. I'm just a student in the DIY Auto School. watching, listening,and learning.

[@diyautoschool]

I use the sata 500RP quite alot , when it comes to heavy pearls and metallics I will use the sata for the basecoat.. I also use the 3M disposable cup system with that gun.. Cleaning that gun is a breeze.. This video is for older guns or for people that don't have the disposable cup system.. Thanks for the comments and support on my videos crimes459.. Pete

[@docyates3228]

Great video Pete! I was wondering if you could give some advice on when you use seam sealer on the body? I hear the term used all the time, but no one has ever explained when and where you use it. Does it go on after primer, and before paint, or before primer? Does it go on every seam. If you could clarify when and where to use it, I think that would be a great help to me. Keep up the good work, and keep Minnie and the rest of the Clown Posse straight!

[@whoseyourdaddyful]

Carb cleaner I didn't hear that before 👍

[@JBIRD575]

What kind of gun is that???binks??

[@metalbeast83]

hey there about 2 years ago i painted my 76 E150 van last summer i left it out an where there rear tank was full of fuel it leaked some out around the filler neck an the gas ate the paint below the neck. i was wondering do i need to use a sealer in the area before i try to repaint the spot to keep the new paint from eating up the edges of the paint.

[@broken1965]

mark a your clear coat is the protection probably didnt get a good scuff in those areas or lack of coverage. good quality clear coat?

[@metalbeast83]

i used single stage paint on it.

[@Godzillah]

Anybody know what wrong with my air compressure it come up to 50 psi than stop. Than I have to shut it off then on pump again it will come to to 75 psi than stop again. I have to do three times for full air than use my spray gun and repeat. This is a craftman 150 psi air compressure. Bad circuit switch maybe anyclue? I have my air meter open all the way it still does the same.

[@pain_inthe_bass]

What gun is that?

[@nunyayourbusiness7327]

carb cleanner hell on seals

[@eddie_lee6587]

I use gun cleaner I am going to have to try the carb cleaner

[@robertpetrus2934]

you wearing gloves bcos chemical kills? are you pretty sure those tattoo ink are not in the chemical category? or bcos its a food grade ink.. you say?

[@burnoutrage394]

great clan job but one tip speaking of nasty chemicals why let it run onto floor I use a container to collect old thiner etc e just a tip

[@tonypendola2173]

Not compliant with EPA's 6H NESHAP though. Also, careful with carb cleaner. It often contains dangerous chemicals like toluene and methanol.

[@KR-ne1eb]

Thank you for teaching me how to clean my spray Gun ! 🔫

[@broken1965]

Pete where do you want subscribers to post pics of their projects? and I use those same HF nitrile gloves best mil of the lot hold up good compared to black😆😆😆 RAVEN gloves

[@diyautoschool]

You can either post them on my facebook page SWRNC Pete, or you can email them to me.. Thanks for the support.. Pete

[@zzzzzzqu]

the reason Pete is still using that gun i believe he has had it since he was 14

[@duncanrose3891]

Cheers Pete, good tip & vid.Have you got anything on repairing panel damage on a fibreglass body? Trying to get the original profile....

[@diyautoschool]

Yeah,, on my other channel SWRNC --- Search for Fiberglass Repairs SWRNC on youtube and they will come up...

[@scottyboy2400]

What is ALL-TIMERS disease?? LMBO! - Sorry but I was born a smart arse! lol! - So many people say "Alzheimer's" incorrectly! My mom calls it, "Old-Timers! " LMBO! Anyway that was a great video! Thanks for the help! XD

[@same8841]

wear safety glasses when spraying carb cleaner

[@y2kxj]

I go by the if you think the gun or car is clean, clean it one more time,

[@GalaxyStranger01]

Judging by the video, it doesn't look like you clean out your guns after each use. As a hobbyist, I clean out my airbrushes after every use - and even break them down while doing it, before the paint dries. At that point, it's even more of a pain in the ass to clean with dried and cured paint. Is there a reason why you don't clean your gun just after use?

[@Drewster10]

GalaxyStranger01 often just back pressuring will be sufficient. Pete is doing what I do and that's like a spring clean after so many uses or a dark colour usage.

[@GalaxyStranger01]

I see

[@billboyle7866]

I noted the sloppy exterior on the siphon cup too. My brother painted yachts for over 30 years and his guns were always a mess on the outside. However, he made sure that his guns were in mint condition inside where it counts. I prefer shinny clean parts inside and out and got on my younger brother's case about tall the time...the bottom line, was his finish work was always impeccable. FWIW :)

[@UltradogMN]

Interesting comments about the hazards of chemicals from a guy with a pint or two of ink in his skin. :)

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

its not a fluid nozzle ...its called a air cap

[@georgediaz5293]

Carburetor might mess up the interior gaskets ain't it? Too strong

[@deankay4434]

Cork gasket are in the Binks gun rebuild package plus the the 3 different sized needle & fluid tip. Never saw any problems because it is not “Viton” or rubber. Cork is the packing gland behind the cone shaped nut. Also, each Binks kit comes with instructions and suggestions for cleaning products. It is the non-chlorinated products that now contain xylene and hard on everything except air as it is quick to evaporate.

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

I have 3 of them gun cleaner

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

I forgot to ask why you don't use them paint containers that go inside your can there so you don't get anything dirty

[@diyautoschool]

Because the chemicals are expensive and I don't paint on a daily basis to justifie that I use it all the time.. It works great, I just don't need it...

[@RobertPerrigoOkiechopper]

Hi Pete & Minnie & Axle . ( BARK )

[@paintproject9802]

Oké

[@bobolsen7921]

pete.....what i like about you and your vids is you yell. im hard od hearing and like my vides loud

[@user-kp5my6nf7s]

Yuer teybal vary thrthy

[@gearhead391]

you forgot about WE he must be lonely

[@diyautoschool]

He's around.. He should be showing up in the near future very soon...

[@spiderbrandt4066]

Pete you can be my No 5 if you like , or may be 7 , now let me think about that , I'll or me myself and I will get back to you

[@benharrell6168]

Lordy Binks #7 .... Dude this is not 1967 lol How in the world have they not shut you down ??

[@chunk386]

and ppl waist there money ordering the cleaner from Eastwood. idc for Eastwood products. not saying they don't work but your paying for that name..

[@diyautoschool]

DON"T BUY ANYTHING FROM EASTWOOD -- It's all a waste of money!

[@edwardzx7]

From my experience they make products for diy s by diy s. DIY s= do it yourself. Sure your paying for a name, but sometime you get important warranties too.

[@AdirondackNY]

title should have been how to clean a spray gun that has been used over and over and over again and neglected for a long time.

[@rikujkoivisto]

Jesus is number one in our life!

[@paintproject9802]

He did just about Every thing wrong , Carb cleaner will destroy your gun seals , use gun cleaner , not paint thinner , do not use a schotsbrite as it Will destroy your gun ,s finish , specialy if its Chrome plated , don,t spray paint thinner tru the gun as it wil destroy your air canal seals ,always blow your gun and its components dry from cleaner before assembly, keep the outside of the gun perfecty clean , and it wil last for years,i am a pro painter ho sprays Vw Audi for more then 20 years , just Some tips , greets from belgium

[@johne41]

your telling a guy who's been using his spray gun for 40 years and you've been doing it for 20 years

[@pauljohnstone6904]

so I guess don't spray carb cleaner on a paint job. lol

[@walkertongdee]

Dude did not clean it good

[@jds1906]

Your microphone works... WHY ARE U YELLING!, do you need to turn your hearing aid up? :/

[@johnjohn4465]

Did Pete Start attending Church ??? Not ONE cuss word & THAT is why I so religiously view His tutorials !!! I'm disappointed and I want My Money back !!!!

[@timdaniels3710]

Great tip on carb cleaner. Been paintin 30 yrs & always used thinner. Any tips on getting stuck fluid nozzle loose on gun i havent used in years. Model 18 binks.