Graco 288488 Gun Repair Kit

The Graco 288488 Gun Repair Kit restores smooth trigger action and prevents leaks in Contractor and Contractor FTX spray guns. Ideal for maintaining top spray performance.

OEM Graco repair kit for Contractor / FTX guns
Includes needle and packing replacement parts
Fixes spitting, leaks, and poor shut-off
Fits newer-style guns like 288420, 288429, 288430

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Description

Graco 288488 Gun Repair Kit — Overview & Compatibility

Compatible Machines / Guns

The Graco 288488 Gun Repair Kit fits the following Graco Contractor / Contractor FTX airless spray guns (newer-style):

288430 — Contractor FTX, 4-finger, RAC X
288429 — Contractor FTX, 2-finger, RAC X
288431 — Contractor FTX, 2-finger, RAC V
288420 — Contractor, 2-finger, RAC X
288425 — Contractor, 4-finger, RAC X
288421 — Contractor, 2-finger, RAC V

What is the Graco 288488 Gun Repair Kit?

A genuine Graco service kit that refreshes the internal wear parts of your Contractor / Contractor FTX spray gun. Replacing these parts restores sealing and trigger performance, helping eliminate spitting and leaks.

Targets the needle assembly and internal packings/seals that wear with use.
Designed for the newer-style Contractor/FTX guns (post-2007 generation).
OEM components for proper fit and reliable operation.

At-a-Glance Specifications

Part Number	288488
Category	Gun Service / Repair Kit
Compatible Gun Series	Contractor & Contractor FTX (newer-style)
Typical Symptoms Resolved	Trigger spitting, internal leaks, poor shut-off
Includes	Selective internal needle/seat and packing/seal components (OEM)

Installation Tips & Safety

Relieve pressure and engage trigger lock before disassembly.
Inspect the gun handle bore for wear/pitting; replace the gun body if severely worn.
Check/replace the gun filter (mesh) if damaged or clogged.
Reassemble per gun manual and verify leak-free operation before spraying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check the gun model number against the list above (e.g., 288420, 288425, 288429, 288430, 288421, 288431). If you have Contractor II / FTX II, use kit 287031 instead.

Internal wear on the needle/seat and packings causes spitting, poor shut-off, and leaks. Replacing these parts restores a crisp trigger and clean spray pattern.

Tip/guard compatibility depends on the gun model, not the repair kit. The models listed above are offered in RAC X and RAC V variants; keep your existing guard/tip family matched to the gun.

Basic hand tools are usually sufficient. Always follow the Graco gun manual for torque, orientation, and safety steps. If the handle bore is damaged, replacing the complete gun is recommended.

Frequency depends on material abrasiveness, filtration, and duty cycle. Rebuild when you notice spitting, leakage, or inconsistent spray even after cleaning and filter checks.