{"product_id":"42816-needle-guide-packing-for-ghad-68-ghac-swallowtail-airbrushes","title":"42816 — Needle Guide Packing for GHAD-68 \u0026 GHAC-Swallowtail Airbrushes","description":"\u003c!-- Gaahleri Needle Guide Packing for GHAD-68 \/ Swallowtail — Shopify Description — Hobby Heaven --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:28px 24px;font-family:Inter,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.85;font-size:15px;background:rgb(34,34,34);border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 18px 0;border-bottom:2px solid #c9a227;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:2px;color:#c9a227;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eGenuine Gaahleri Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:700;color:#ffffff;margin:0 0 8px 0;line-height:1.3;\"\u003e42816 — Needle Guide Packing for GHAD-68 \u0026amp; GHAC-Swallowtail Airbrushes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#b0b0b0;font-size:15px;\"\u003ePTFE-based needle seal. Restores smooth needle action and stops rear paint leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY BENEFITS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eWhy This Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eGenuine Gaahleri part\u003c\/strong\u003e — correct dimensions and material hardness for GHAD-68 \u0026amp; Swallowtail\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eFixes paint leaks at the rear\u003c\/strong\u003e — restores the seal around the needle where paint creeps into the body\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eRestores smooth needle action\u003c\/strong\u003e — eliminates gritty, sticky, or inconsistent trigger feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eSolvent-resistant material\u003c\/strong\u003e — Gaahleri uses PTFE in critical seals for long-term durability with cleaners and thinners\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eLow-cost maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fraction of the airbrush price to keep your tool in peak condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe needle guide packing is a small but critical internal component in the \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eGaahleri GHAD-68\u003c\/strong\u003e (trigger, Advanced Series) and \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eGHAC-Swallowtail\u003c\/strong\u003e airbrushes. It sits inside the body behind the head assembly, performing two essential jobs: centring the needle as it moves back and forth, and sealing the paint channel around the needle shaft to prevent leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eOver time, the packing wears from friction, solvent exposure, and the natural movement of the needle. When it does, you'll notice paint seeping backwards into the body, a gritty or uneven feel when working the trigger, or inconsistent spray behaviour even with a clean, straight needle and good nozzle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eReplacing the packing restores smooth, precise needle travel and a leak-free seal — a straightforward service item that extends the working life of your airbrush significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;width:40%;\"\u003ePart Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eNeedle Guide Packing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#262626;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003e42816\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eNeedle packing \/ guide seal (service part)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#262626;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003ePTFE-based seal — solvent and cleaner resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eCompatible Airbrushes\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eGaahleri GHAD-68 (trigger, Advanced Series)\u003cbr\u003eGaahleri GHAC-Swallowtail\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#262626;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003e1 piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eGaahleri (genuine part)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#262626;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eHS Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003e842490\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#2a2a2a;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#c9a227;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;color:#e0e0e0;border:1px solid #3a3a3a;\"\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHAT'S IN THE BOX --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e1 × Gaahleri Needle Guide Packing for GHAD-68 \/ GHAC-Swallowtail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4caf50;font-weight:600;\"\u003e✔ Fits:\u003c\/span\u003e Gaahleri GHAD-68 (trigger, Advanced Series) and GHAC-Swallowtail\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#e05555;font-weight:600;\"\u003e✘ Does NOT fit:\u003c\/span\u003e GHAD-39, GHAC-98D, Gaahleri Mobius, or other Gaahleri models — these require different packing parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SIGNS YOU NEED IT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eSigns Your Packing Needs Replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003ePaint leaking backwards\u003c\/strong\u003e — you find paint seeping into the rear of the airbrush body, past the needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eGritty or sticky trigger feel\u003c\/strong\u003e — the needle doesn't glide smoothly, even after cleaning and lubrication\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eInconsistent spray\u003c\/strong\u003e — erratic behaviour that doesn't improve with a new needle or nozzle\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eAir bubbling in the cup\u003c\/strong\u003e — air leaking past the packing can push back into the paint cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRO TIPS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eLubricate on reassembly.\u003c\/strong\u003e When fitting a new packing or reinstalling the needle, apply a tiny drop of airbrush lubricant 2–3cm from the needle tip before sliding it through. This distributes lube across the packing and keeps things smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eDiagnose before you replace.\u003c\/strong\u003e Paint leaks and rough needle action can also be caused by a dirty paint channel, damaged nozzle, or bent needle. Rule those out first — a new packing won't fix a different problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eConsider a full seal service.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you're opening up the airbrush anyway, it may be worth checking all o-rings and seals at the same time — Gaahleri offers complete sealing kits for a thorough overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WORTH KNOWING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eWorth Knowing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eThis packing is for the \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eGHAD-68 and Swallowtail only\u003c\/strong\u003e. Other Gaahleri models (GHAD-39, GHAC-98D, Mobius) use different parts — check your model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eReplacing the packing requires partial disassembly of the airbrush body. If you're not comfortable working with small internal components, take care or seek advice from an experienced user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eA new packing won't fix issues caused by a bent needle, damaged nozzle, dirty paint channels, or other worn seals. Diagnose the actual cause before ordering parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IDEAL FOR --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px 0;border-top:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#c9a227;margin:0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e Fixing rear paint leaks on your GHAD-68 or Swallowtail\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e Restoring smooth, precise trigger\/needle action\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e Routine airbrush maintenance — keeping your tool in peak condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#c9a227;\"\u003e✦\u003c\/span\u003e Stocking a spare for your service kit — small, cheap, and worth having ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gaahleri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46571816124605,"sku":null,"price":4.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/9583\/4503\/files\/gaahleri-needle-guide-packing-42816-ghad68-product.jpg?v=1775047778","url":"https:\/\/hobbyheaven.org\/products\/42816-needle-guide-packing-for-ghad-68-ghac-swallowtail-airbrushes","provider":"Hobby Heaven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}