Gas nailer servicing

[Vijay]

Hi,

 

Bought a used Paslode yesterday (IM350/90CT) and wondered if the service on them is DIY? It works well but I'd like to do a service before it gets put to use. I'm sure I read on an old post that they are fairly easy to do but can't find the post.

 

Cheers

 

Vijay

[Ed Davies]

Looks easy enough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqIOKI02CB4&feature=youtu.be

 

 

Only done about 5000 nails on mine so not due for a while, though quite a bit past the 6 month interval.

[Vijay]

Cheers Ed. I saw another YouTube video that showed exactly the same, just looks too easy though. 

 

I'll order up some Paslode oil and give it a go

[Construction Channel]

Iv taken mine apart loads of times, it is fairly easy just make sure you don't lose any bits and be careful not to trap the leads to the sparker when you put it back together. Take lots of pictures while you do it. 

 

[joe90]

I do mine, simples!, just make sure it’s clean envoironment.

[Vijay]

Cheers guys

 

Is it ok to use carb/brake cleaner to clean it?

[Simplysimon]

the minor service is dead easy, the main one can be more tricky when you remove the piston to avoid damage to the o ring. may be worthwhile paying for a major service to start with so you know it's right and you have a good beginning. buy the oil and cleaner

[Oz07]

Could I get mine to work today no chance. Put the 4 gas I had next to kettle and boiled worked no probs after. Top tip!

I service my own get on YouTube 

[Jeremy Harris]

I know this may be contentious, but just get an air nailer.  All I've ever done with mine is put some fresh oil in the in-line oiler.  It's never, ever, jammed, never needed any maintenance and just works every time, with zero misfires.  Judging from all the Paslode nails I picked up (or rather the young labourer did) I'd have to say that nothing would convince me to own a gas nailer.  Not only is the air nailer far more reliable, and needs next to no servicing, but it was also a heck of a lot cheaper to buy than a gas nailer.  Friends in the US can't get their heads around the UK's obsession with not using air tools when frame building.

[Construction Channel]

14 minutes ago, JSHarris said:

I know this may be contentious, but just get an air nailer.  All I've ever done with mine is put some fresh oil in the in-line oiler.  It's never, ever, jammed, never needed any maintenance and just works every time, with zero misfires.  Judging from all the Paslode nails I picked up (or rather the young labourer did) I'd have to say that nothing would convince me to own a gas nailer.  Not only is the air nailer far more reliable, and needs next to no servicing, but it was also a heck of a lot cheaper to buy than a gas nailer.  Friends in the US can't get their heads around the UK's obsession with not using air tools when frame building.

I own both and agree that the air nailer is by far more reliable. But there is no chance you would catch me taking it up on a roof. Also if I can avoid that poxy compressor running all day I will. As for the gas, just keep a spare in your pocket. Firstly it keeps it warm and secondly it gives a very impressive bulge...

 

[Oz07]

Was my job as apprentice to coil air hoses up In Australia. Urgh wouldn't want that agro of hoses and compressor

[Vijay]

Got no power on site as of yet, I use a genny and I don't leave any tools on site. So having cordless makes sense for me

[Onoff]

Wish I could get my 90mm vintage air nailer working! Got a new refurb/seal kit from the States even.

 

[Vijay]

Some handy tips for the Paslode - http://www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk/forum1/some-handy-paslode-nail-gun-tips-t78111.html

[dpmiller]

just think of it as a supercharged 2-stroke and it's all good.