what distinguishes a good pump on a pressure washer?

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^glen^magn

Pressure washer gone bad. Repair business stated this type of pump is not rebuildable. So I am looking for a new pressure washer but want to make sure the pump is serviceable.
How do you tell?
What do you look for?

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Call the guy back and ask which brands he would recommend

When buying mine all the research I did (google) said to stay away from aluminum pumps, I opted for a Generac pressure washer with a brass pump, also they need to be winterized or kept where it won't freeze during the winter months.

Pressure Washer - Why is gasoline coming out of the oil dipstick hole?

J E

About 4 months ago, I purchased a Generac 6022/5989 2,700 PSI pressure washer. Since then, I've used it 4 times. I last used it 5 days ago. Today I noticed some oil beneath it on the garage floor. It was a decent-sized puddle of oil. I started investigating, and couldn't really see any place where it looked like oil was leaking out. I decided to check the oil level, so I unscrewed the little dipstick cap. As soon as it was unscrewed all the way, liquid started gushing out of the hole. By the smell, I quickly realized it was gasoline. It was just gushing and gushing, like there was pressure behind it. I stuck the dipstick cap back on because my garage was getting covered in gas. I went inside to look for some rags, and a few minutes later when I returned, the gas all over my garage floor was looking all separated and weird. I don't know if it's just because of the oil it mixed with, or if there is also water in there.

I've never heard of this happening. Some things I've read online suggested if you don't turn the fuel switch off after use, this can happen because the carb continues to fill with gas even after use, and it somehow gets into the crankcase. I just don't know. Any small engine guys out there who have seen this before?

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the float in the carb is stuck

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What type and how much pump oil does a Generac 2300 PSI Pressure Washer(model 1674) require?

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shannon

I cant find the information in the owners manual.

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Mine is a 2300 psi also and couldn't find it on line. So, I called the company and found out it is 4.6 oz. maximum.I bought it at Lowes (generic), but they recommend you buy their brand.This is pump oil, not the oil in the motor. There is no dip stick to measure it. They also recommend to change it once a year.

Anyone know any brand of pressure washers made in USA?

BIGLEAGUES

I'm wanting to buy an electric pressure washer to wash my house. However, all of the ones I've seen so far are really cheap and the parts fall off. I'd also like to buy one that is American made. Anyone have an opinion on pressure washers?

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GENERAC are good but dont buy the little ones that ran on a small lawnmower engine..nor an electric one, they are trash..gas engines one which have what is called an "ohc" engine will last you a long time ..ohc means overhead cam..it is a gas engine as well..and may look like a lawnmower engine to you..the cost is gonna be around 350.00 at least though..Home depot has them too....and alot if you look around the paint mixing booth..you find some people have used once or twice, returned for no reason, and they clean them up and sell for a reduced price, with full warranty...

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I took apart my pressure washer pump and gear oil has spilled all over. How do I reassemble?

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X-Men

I took apart my Karcher K2400HH pressure washer pump unit from the engine and now gear oil is all over on the ground. I think I took the whole pump unit out and now I need to reassemble it back again. How do I put it back together, where do I fill the oil back in and what type of gear oil should I use? Any help would be appreciated.

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I had the same problem with a Generac Model No 1537 2400PSI washer.!!! This unit has a 5.5 HP Honda engine.
I'm a builder, and one of my customers gave me this pressure washer after he had problems with it. Seems he left it with the gas in it for years and gummed up the carb. He told me his daughter ran it without the water turned on and burned up the pressure pump. He bought a new pump, but had no idea how to replace it. When I removed the old pump, I had a flood of oil on the garage floor. The new pump was a Briggs and Stratton kit #193473GS, and did not have the wet bearings of the original. It bolted right up to the bottom of the engine and works like a charm.. It took a little cleaning with Gum-out to get the engine running, but now it works fine.
I remember that there was a drain plug on the side of the pump shaft housing, but nowhere in the service manual did it tell you what weight oil went in there ,or how much.

what distinguishes a good pump on a pressure washer?

^glen^magn

Pressure washer gone bad. Repair business stated this type of pump is not rebuildable. So I am looking for a new pressure washer but want to make sure the pump is serviceable.
How do you tell?
What do you look for?

Answer
Call the guy back and ask which brands he would recommend

When buying mine all the research I did (google) said to stay away from aluminum pumps, I opted for a Generac pressure washer with a brass pump, also they need to be winterized or kept where it won't freeze during the winter months.

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Any good pressure washers made in the USA?

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Be respons

The second time I tried to use the Generac 5993 it just shuts itself off while I am up on the ladder and while I use it, so of course I have to constantly climb up and down to try and keep it working. I read all the instructions, directions, etc.
I also made the HUGE mistake of not knowing what if any return policy Pressure Washers Direct had before I bought from them. The policy is once you have used it NO RETURNS!!!

I am amazed that most companies do not know anything about their product or service.
The lessen I learned from buying my Generac on line and also from buying a BMW is that you should only buy local and from a dealer or store you trust!!!!!!!!! The BMW dealers are too far away and too few also.
If you buy non local: When you have problems or questions you have screwed yourself, because the Co. will not help at all or you spend far too much time and money traveling back and forth again and again.

The Generac does not clean the siding on my 2 story home. I am about 10-15 feet away on a ladder so maybe I need to get closer somehow or buy a extension of some sort. I have used different soaps and detergents both pressure washer specific and others to no avail.

Generac and Pressure Washers Direct said it was made here in the U.S. but I plainly see on the pump that it is made in China!
I did research of how to use a pressure washer and what to use as a cleaner before I bought this and it seems to be of no help in this case.
I also have a BMW motorcycle the F800GS and BMW treats owners like dirt. They have no interest in helping or fixing the mistakelemon you bought from them. I also asked questions about buying BMW accessories and you would think I was trying to rob them.
Apple seems to be one of the few Co. that makes a effort to keep you the customer happy.

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I first made the mistake of buying an electric power washer from Sears. It lasted one season and I thought I was screwed. I returned it and they gave me a brand new one which also lasted one season. Finally I returned it and used the cost towards a sears gas powered power washer that has been very reliable and does a great job. Not sure where it was made but I would warn people not to buy an electric and if they want great service,,,, Go to Sears!!
Good luck
Chris

What is best gas powered pressure washer in the 3000-3500 PSI range?

icp_tcarri

Ive been trying to find the best gas powered pressure washer in the 3000-3500 psi range. Going to be used to regular home use but would like to have to option of having the extra power. I am willing to spend the extra money on a better unit or brand. Ive been looking at different brands, and i see generac keeps popping up as one of better units for money. i also read good things about rigid. its getting confusing.... I want it to last, i want a good brand, and i want some extra power? Any Help?
Would you consider this to be a Good - Very good pressure washer. For home use as well semi commercial. and good for that price range of 800.

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=203185011&storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&ci_sku=203185011&ci_kw={keyword}&kwd={keyword}&cm_mmc=shopping-_-googleads-_-pla-_-203185011&ci_gpa=pla#.UH5TX4YsGSo

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In general consumer grade equipment such as that sold at Home Depot or Walmart will not hold up as long as commercial equipment typically sold at an independent power equipment retailer. I would go to a lawnmower shop that sells commercial equipment and see what they have, the price is quite a bit higher but for regular home use you will almost always never have a problem with the unit for as long as you own it. Brands are pretty much irrelevant anymore in consumer grade because there have been so many company mergers. You can have one company like MTD making over 10 different brands. El cheapo pressure washers typically have Briggs or Tecumseh engines, I've been seeing many now with no-name Chinese engines on them, but good units almost always have Honda engines.

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What is the best way to clean my concrete sidewalk?

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tvtantrums

I Can't find any think that will take of the algae.

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White vinegar is a much safer acid than Muriatic Acid (that sh*t ought to be outlawed for civilians); C-L-R is a bit stronger. Pour it on, let it sit for an hour, then pressure wash it off, using a 'fan' tip (not a 'pencil jet' tip), holding the wand about 8" or 10" inches away from what you're spraying. The 'Karcher' type pressure washers are 'ok' but useless compared to a 2500 psi Generac or similar brand; but gas jobs are noisy,. albeit versatile, handy to own...and never to be loaned out, as the next user will for sure screw it up. IF you buy one, note that you CANNOT run bleach through it.

Your walkway or driveway must not get direct sun, hence the algae...any way to prune some greenery away, or is that a non-issue? Anything you wind up doing for the algae will have to be repeated on an as-needed basis; you don't want slippery algae growing anywhere you walk.

Help with mobile pressure washer?

Joe

am starting up a mobile pressure washer business and I need help finding a cheap pump to transfer water from my holding tank to a pressure washer. I know i need a "on demand" pump or one with a pressure switch, but i just dont know which one to use... also how could i hook it up to my portable generator. this is the generator i have http://www.lowes.com/pd_166734-24212-6110_0__?productId=3449766&Ntt=generac&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNtt%3Dgenerac&facetInfo=


i know you dont NEED a pump but my set up is not the best and does require one

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Mobile car wash systems, pressure washers and car wash business opportunities are available at Detail King.pressure washers are designed to be able to drawl water from a standing tank (static source). It does not matter if the pressure washer is a 2000, 2500 or 3500 psi tank it is how the valves were designed in the pump. Check out our line up of pressure washers. Most are equipped with soap injectors and are very easily mounted to floors of vans, pick up truck beds, and trailers. We also offer mobile detail trailers, water tanks and car wash soap for power washers, and pressure washers.

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