Recent content by RockoT

I purchased this machine from home depot almost 3 months ago. I used it for the very first time yesturday. It had 2 water leaks and 1 oil leak but I tightened them up and that was that. But 1 out of every three times I let go of the trigger to stop the flow of water the machine pops. It sounds...

I have used a 75' 5/8" Garden hose with my pressure washer for about 3 years now. It was a great hose too. But for the past 2 months it developed a "bubble" right where the hose meets the machine. the bubble started out about 1/2" long but 2 months later grew to about 4" long. So I went out...

I was contracted to pressure wash most of the paint off of a single story 1200 sq ft. home. I have removed paint off of somethings before but never un entire house. Is that possible To remove it all with just a pressure washer? Any idea on pricing? If the pressure washer can not get it al...

I was wondering how often something on your machine requires a fixing, what that is, and how long do you replace your machines? I guess I would say that once every year and 1/4 I have to replace somthing on a machine. Usually a pump seal, packing, some part connected with the unloader, or...

I just switched from regualr dino oil to mobil one 15w50 full synthetic oil. The pressure washer ran extremely smooth, started fast and easy and I think it even gave me a little HP. I know that switching to synthetic oil can free up a few hourse power in cars motorcycles and trucks. Well my...

In order to be able to park one of my trucks at my house I need to be able to take off any signage on my truck. I use color magnetic signs I use 3 total. 1 on each side door, and 1 on the tailgate. they are 12"x20" I pay a total of $200 for 3 that size. I just added another truck to the...

Where did everyone go? everyone got eatin by there pressure washers?

Business has really slowed down for us here. It started on the 24th of Dec. and is still dead. How about for you guys? I know in some places, like in Naples business actually picks up in the winter from all those snow brirds going down to their winter homes. So what are you guys doing about it?

I am fully aware of the advantages of using full synthetic motor oil over non synthetic and the simple fact that the oil will not break down as quickly as non-synthetic motor oil. In the past I have always used 10w30 non-synthetic. My manual says to only use SAE oil with an SJ rating. I have...

2 questions: What frame is the best all weather frame that will take abuse and not rust? Bare stainless steel frame, aluminum, or powdercoated either one? What are the advantages or disadvantages of each? Question #2: What type of hose connections are best for longest life: Brass...

Question for guys who use portable machines, not truck mounted: I Used to have a 5 Gallon red portable container that I'd bring with me but I used to have to fill it up too often so I just bought a 6.6 Gallon container. I know its not that much more but it's still light enough to carry and...

I have a 3,600PSI 13HP 4GPM machine now and it just doesn't cut it. Everything still takes waaaay to long to complete. I have my eye on a 3500PSI 18HP 5.6GPM machine but I was wondering if it will make that much of a noticable difference? Just going up 1.6GPM. Or should I look at something...

I have always had pull start. What do most of you have? How long do the batteries last on electric start machines? Anything more to break? Do they also have a pull cord as a back up just incase the battery dies?

I have always owned direct drive pressure wahsers around 3,000-4,000PSI @4GPM. They last a few years. I am considering buying my first belt drive machine. Is it really that much worth it getting a belt drive? Do the belts go often? More or less maintinance? I think direct drive units operate...

Looking for 3,500-4,500PSI, 3/8 100' one line Pressure Hose??? This is what I found so far, but im sure better prices are out there: 100' Goodyear Ultima 4,500PSI for $125.01 with Free S/H http://www.higherpowersupplies.com/page/HPS/PROD/PW-HOS-HP/VM-15421X 100' Goodyear Neptune 4,000PSI...