Pressure Washers

EdLancer

EdLancer

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Thinking of getting a gas powered model rather then an electric one, it seems pressure washers are all the rage and are poping up everywhere, anyone have any suggestions based on experience and performance ?



The one I'am looking at is a Karcher 2200IB 2200psi 2.3gpm
 
Im using a Karcher 2000psi with Honda engine. Had it for 3 years. The thing is a beast and has definitely paid for itself. I've cleaned pools, cars, decks, siding, driveways, fishtanks, furniture, etc with it.



For cars I use the 40 degree fan for the paint, and 25 degree for rims, 15 degree for undercarriage and wheel wells.
 
I bought one for the truck but it didn't actually remove enough dirt to be worth the cost. It now sits in the garage collecting dust. There's no way around it, you've got to wash by hand.
 
deezr said:
I bought one for the truck but it didn't actually remove enough dirt to be worth the cost. It now sits in the garage collecting dust. There's no way around it, you've got to wash by hand.
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For automobile use, there meant to be used in conjunction with a mitt and soap.
 
There have been a few threads recently about using Pressure Washers for car cleaning. I personally have been using an electric powered Alto (Belgium made) for over 3 years with success for pre-wash and post wash rinses.



We had water restrictions which limited us to using a hose connected only to a pressure washer for car washing. It does use heaps less water and as long as your use common sense (keep a reasonable distance from nozzle to surface and broad fan spray pattern) you should get good results.
 
deezr said:
I bought one for the truck but it didn't actually remove enough dirt to be worth the cost. It now sits in the garage collecting dust. There's no way around it, you've got to wash by hand.
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Agreed. They're handy for washing the house, fence, driveway, etc., but for washing a car just stick with the old hose and mitt. Much cheaper.
 
I have a Campbell Hausfeld gas powered pressure washer, 2200 PSI at 2 gpm. I find it makes quick work of powering off brake dust and to clean wheel well and undercarriage areas. It's just another tool in the arsenal... :buffing:
 
I do not depend on mine to do all the work but find it is a great way to get excess dirt off before washing and to gte a good thorough rinse. I also like the fact that it uses less water than a hose and nozzle.
 
I picked up one from sears with 2200psi, works great for getting mud/excess off and undercarriage cleaned but does not replace the mit an bucket. Plus its a good toy to have if you own a house. do sidewalks, siding, driveway, deck. Or can make one heck of a squirt gun



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Never know what extra $ you could make having it with you.
 
I have a Husky electric powered pressure washer at my shop. I only use it because the guy I rent the space from bought it for the cars on his lot, but I don't think it is better necessarily than my regular hose because the scope of water is smaller.



Anyway, I would not recommend the Husky brand because we've returned it 3 times because I guess there is a recall on them.
 
I just got a Cam Spray electric model. Pretty darn powerful for an electric model. I bought it to save time on wheels/tires. I spray the chemical on and let it dwell for two minutes. I then blast it off with the PW. Removes all but the most stubborn grime.
 
brwill2005 said:
I just got a Cam Spray electric model. Pretty darn powerful for an electric model. I bought it to save time on wheels/tires. I spray the chemical on and let it dwell for two minutes. I then blast it off with the PW. Removes all but the most stubborn grime.
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brwill2005, I hope when you state "chemicals", I hope you mean a quality wheel cleaner or car wash?
 
brwill, oh it is just us Aussies being sensitive about "chemicals". I now realise you are a professional, D'oh. :o
 
I am selling my Honda 5.5 hp with CAT pump and buying a high-end electric unit from Northern Tool as I am only washing/detailing at home. No need for the extra noise.



The cheaper electric models from auto parts stores don't last long- I bought two that did not even work correctly from the moment I turned them on.



A good elec. model is going to cost around 1k.



Rob
 
WCD said:
I am selling my Honda 5.5 hp with CAT pump and buying a high-end electric unit from Northern Tool as I am only washing/detailing at home. No need for the extra noise.



The cheaper electric models from auto parts stores don't last long- I bought two that did not even work correctly from the moment I turned them on.



A good elec. model is going to cost around 1k.



Rob
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That's insane. You can get a really good quality gas model for half that and it will do all you ever need it to do. Electrics don't have the balls to do the heavy lifting jobs around the house.
 
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