First fix paslode nail gun IM350

[user 19915]

Can any one give me some information regarding First fix paslode nail gun IM350
Iv'e just bought the above second hand and was wondering have i got to use paslode nails or could i use a cheaper version and if so what do you recommend
mock

 

[mahomo59]

Firmahold nails are ok to use, as are Makita. Sometimes their gas can be hit or miss as in the length of time it lasts etc. I've had my first fix gun for 8 years and second fix for about 6 years, Both Paslode. Unless i cant get hold of them, i generally stick to using Paslode gear, hope this helps.

James

 

[No skills]

As above, also I have found there is more chance of using up all the nails with paslode branded gas than the cheaper brands.

 

[gregmcateer]

+ another.
I don't know about other brands, but the paslode gas oils the mechanism, too, so reducing maintenance on the gun.
HTH

 

[user 19915]

quick question should i remove the gas from the gun if im not going to use it again for a while
mock

 

[RogerBoyle]

yes and pop the cap off as well