Wanting some wise wisdom on a good gas powered pressure washer... am in the market for a new one. Any suggestions on brand or model to buy or stay away from? $500 or less range.
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Wanting some wise wisdom on a good gas powered pressure washer... am in the market for a new one. Any suggestions on brand or model to buy or stay away from? $500 or less range.
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Everyone loves the Honda’s
Lowe’s has a Craftsman with a Honda engine for about $410. That’s the one ima get when this one finally plays out. 10% mil discount too.
I bought a pressure washer 5-6 years ago at a local industrial store, the brand name seemed vaguely familiar and I bought it for $399 I believe, it is a power horse brand, Northern Tool sells them, Item# 750143, they are currently $299. I have no idea how many hours I have on it, I’ve washed the house with it and done my porches several times. My son put a bunch of hours on it washing muddy Jeeps and atvs and dirt bikes. If this one quits tomorrow I would order another one.
I have one with a Honda engine that I bought 20-25 years ago to use on the farm. Used it almost everyday cleaning equipment for 10-15 years of that. Now the pump leaks but the engine still cranks on the first pull.
Amazon has replacement pumps. They are reasonable and easy to replace. Also check out the Ryobi units at Home Depot. I bought one not too long ago and so far so good. It too has a Honda motor.Quote:
Originally Posted by deltarat
Simpson is the best I've found. Got one that is 7 years old and never a minutes trouble. We use it a lot at work cleaning equipment and never misses a beat.
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I Have a craftsman with a Honda motor . It replaced a craftsman that had a Briggs/ Stratton that lasted 2 months (used twice) that started leaking oil . Have had the Honda unit for three years without any problems .
I been wanting to get one also. I'm going to look at the Simpson brand, seem to be made in the USA!
Great pressure washer and yes Made in the USA! I responded in haste this morning before work, I couldn't elaborate much. Alot of pressure washers out their sporting Honda engines, the value is in the pump, fittings, hose, and accessories from Simpson. Great to have a Honda engine, but with a Mickey mouse pump or fittings it's rendered of lesser value if you are buying replacement parts every other year. Just my opinion, been thru a couple other's and this brand has really held up under heavy use over the years..Quote:
Originally Posted by Swampseed
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That's the one I bought a year or so ago and so far it's doing a fine job on anything I've used it for.Quote:
Originally Posted by E-Z Poleholder
Simpson bought a year or so ago and I agree it's pretty good.
Biggest reason any washer goes bad or looses power is running without the trigger pulled. If mines running, the triggers pulled releasing the pressure. These pumps don't like it when they can't breathe if you will!
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I’m only recommending the actual Honda branded Washer . Not the Honda knock offs , although some of them aren’t bad for the money . I’ve heard Simpson struggle with resale, as well as other issues .
I’ve had this one for 3 years now without any problems. Used it yesterday washing my mower and sxs. Honda “clone”.
https://www.northerntool.com/shop/to...4483_200664483
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Generac is what I have. Like it. pressurewashersdirect.com, free shipping .
I have an Generac. Anything with a Honda motor is good though.
What i find that is more important that the pressure washer itself is to use Truefuel in it. 6 year shelf life!
I’ve looked at those... what model did you get and how long have you had it ?Quote:
Originally Posted by "D"
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6 years, will check model tomorrow. 3500 psi.Quote:
Originally Posted by Smitty39365
check out powerstroke on ebay. 3000psi is what I have. Has started on 2nd crank (even in the cold of winter) for 7 years with no issues. And sometimes I go a month or more without running it or draining the gas like small gas engines are supposed to lol. I can not remember what I paid for it but think it was under 300 dollar new in box from a company. Not an individual
Thanks to everyone for all the info. I did order a Simpson 3000psi .
BUT.... unfortunately Fedex decided to see if they could destroy it during shipping... and they did a pretty good job. Two corners of the box had been split open top to bottom and taped somewhat back together. The unit was sitting upside down upon opening... air filter was busted off, frame was bent and tire was against the motor, pump had a major ding where it had hit something, there was no handle (to roll it around) and the wand was bent. It went back with them yesterday and waiting on another to ship... hopefully they’ll be kinder to this one.
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Sorry for the troubles.Quote:
Originally Posted by Smitty39365
Looks like they could tear up a brick.
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I have a Generac Speedwash, seems like it was about $350. It’s a b@$&% to start, never had anything that’s pull start fight me like this thing does. Once it’s running it does a great job. I think some of their higher end models have electric start, I wish I had spent the extra money.
our last one was from Lowe’s, with a Honda motor. Had it 8-10 years. Worked great until it finally just rotted away from rust and corrosion.
Smitty, the delivery guy was prolly under pressure. Good luck with the next one. Sorry I forgot to check the model Generac I have. Don't matter now. haha
Luckily... 2nd times a charm. Arrived undamaged this time, all parts accounted for.[emoji106][emoji106]Attachment 375647
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Nice! Glad to see the shipper was able to get it to you in one piece this time. You will enjoy that Simpson for sure. Looking at design make sure your careful if ever loading it or unloading it the back of a pickup. The pump being underneath the frame is sensitive to knocks or abuse, especially trailer balls. One reason I choose the model I have is the pump is above the frame and clear of damage due to unloading and such. I have the 3100 and it was used today. Can see the wear in pictures below. Going on 8 year's and it's a beast, used very heavily. Good choice and you will get many year's of service if treated correctly! Attachment 375655Attachment 375656
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Yes Snubby, thanks for that reminder. I actually had a friend set his over in his truck one time and it came down on a block he had for his trailer jack... cracked the pump. [emoji13] He was sick!
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