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Achieving a high-gloss marine finish requires a conventional high-volume, high-pressure spray system rather than HVLP or turbine setups, which often lack the pressure needed to atomize marine paints properly.3:10 Andy of Boatworks Today utilizes a DeVilbiss JGA 510-765 spray gun with a 1.1mm needle, paired with a two-quart Binks pressure pot.3:54 This setup requires significant air volume, ideally supplied by a compressor capable of at least 16 CFM, though a 3-horsepower unit with a 60-gallon tank serves as a bare minimum.4:47 To maintain consistent pressure at the gun—typically 45 PSI for primers and 60–65 PSI for paints—shorter air hoses are necessary to minimize pressure drop.6:39 Because overspray is inevitable in large-scale boat painting, effective ventilation requires a balanced air exchange system that pulls fumes out while pumping in fresh, heated air.7:35 For environments prone to dust, choosing a paint that allows for wet sanding and buffing, such as Awlcraft 2000, is essential for achieving a mirror finish.11:39

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