AR BLUE vs Karcher k3 follow me

[BrrrBrrr is verified member.]

I can get either one or these for free through a rebate system... my gas powered craftsman is starting to give me fits.. are either or these good for washing cars?
I also had my eye on a bissell extractor that I could get for free instead of these and just buy a ryobi. What do you all think.

The AR item is BC142HS if it helps.

 

[BLM]

To be honest either of the pressure washers would to me be a pain in the ass. I have an old Karcher but rarely use it. A wall mounted unit with the hose on a reel seems like the way to go for a pressure washer.

 

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To be honest either of the pressure washers would to me be a pain in the ass. I have an old Karcher but rarely use it. A wall mounted unit with the hose on a reel seems like the way to go for a pressure washer.

Whatever electric washer I get will be wall mounted. I would just take the wheels off these and rig them up someway on a wall

 

[BLM]

Well in thst case id go with the one that has the better reviews.

 

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Upon looking at reviews, the karcher k3 is 3.4 star and the ar is 4.2.. guess I'll get the AR blue and wall mount it.

 

[DFB]

Upon looking at reviews, the karcher k3 is 3.4 star and the ar is 4.2.. guess I'll get the AR blue and wall mount it.

These are the "rated" flow specs (flow is what you want, not pressure) -

Karcher -
1.3 GPM

AR -
1.1 GPM

I would be looking closer at the Karcher in that case. You could also boost that flow by opening up the nozzle orifice.

But, I think either of those would be pretty cumbersome wall mounted. I'm not sure of the arrangement, but if you can, take a look at the K3 Horizontal (1.45 GPM) or Cube 1800 (1.2 GPM). Both are similar in price to the one you are looking at, and the Cube has standard threaded connections which makes it easier to upgrade to a longer/better hose in the future. Both would be a much better wall mount solution and don't end up paying for useless crap you don't need. If it were me, I'd be looking at the K3 Horizontal for the higher flow rate.

Kärcher Pressure washer K 3 Horizontal FJ

The K 3 Horizontal FJ pressure washer is our smallest K 3 model. It is ideal for cleaning dirt from patios, garden furniture and cars. Includes our popular Foam Jet nozzle.

www.kaercher.com

Kärcher Pressure washer K1800PS CUBE™

The Performance Series K1800PS CUBE™ offers high cleaning performance and unparalleled ease of use. This electric pressure washer delivers 1800 PSI of TruPressure™, ensuring you get the highest level of cleaning power.

www.kaercher.com

Reach out if you need, I'm happy to help get you on the right track.

 

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These are the "rated" flow specs (flow is what you want, not pressure) -

Karcher -
1.3 GPM

AR -
1.1 GPM

I would be looking closer at the Karcher in that case. You could also boost that flow by opening up the nozzle orifice.

But, I think either of those would be pretty cumbersome wall mounted. I'm not sure of the arrangement, but if you can, take a look at the K3 Horizontal (1.45 GPM) or Cube 1800 (1.2 GPM). Both are similar in price to the one you are looking at, and the Cube has standard threaded connections which makes it easier to upgrade to a longer/better hose in the future. Both would be a much better wall mount solution and don't end up paying for useless crap you don't need. If it were me, I'd be looking at the K3 Horizontal for the higher flow rate.

Kärcher Pressure washer K 3 Horizontal FJ

The K 3 Horizontal FJ pressure washer is our smallest K 3 model. It is ideal for cleaning dirt from patios, garden furniture and cars. Includes our popular Foam Jet nozzle.

www.kaercher.com

Kärcher Pressure washer K1800PS CUBE™

The Performance Series K1800PS CUBE™ offers high cleaning performance and unparalleled ease of use. This electric pressure washer delivers 1800 PSI of TruPressure™, ensuring you get the highest level of cleaning power.

www.kaercher.com

Reach out if you need, I'm happy to help get you on the right track.

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately those are the best from the list I have to choose from that i can get for free. I currently have a craftsman that's 2.3 gpm 3200 psi (or is it 3000 psi) that I liked but it's acting goofy. It surges in the pressure, I'm thinking it's either the water pump going out or the carb might be clogged.
I may just go with the Bissell spot pro cleaner and dish out the money for a proper electric washer.

 

[DFB]

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately those are the best from the list I have to choose from that i can get for free. I currently have a craftsman that's 2.3 gpm 3200 psi (or is it 3000 psi) that I liked but it's acting goofy. It surges in the pressure, I'm thinking it's either the water pump going out or the carb might be clogged.
I may just go with the Bissell spot pro cleaner and dish out the money for a proper electric washer.

The gas machine, does it have a Honda engine on it?

 

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I believe so

 

[DFB]

I believe so

Thought so.

When Honda's run well, they are hard to beat for smoothness and fuel economy. But they are highly sensitive to fueling and will start surging at the drop of a hat. The carbs are more complex, so they won't deal as well with foreign material like a simpler Briggs. I'm almost certain this will be your problem. Just don't buy a full aftermarket carburetor replacement, they are just so cheap that often it has them running lean and continue to surge.

 

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Thought so.

When Honda's run well, they are hard to beat for smoothness and fuel economy. But they are highly sensitive to fueling and will start surging at the drop of a hat. The carbs are more complex, so they won't deal as well with foreign material like a simpler Briggs. I'm almost certain this will be your problem. Just don't buy a full aftermarket carburetor replacement, they are just so cheap that often it has them running lean and continue to surge.

Yeah I just checked it. It's a Honda GCV 190. I'm going to try running some carb cleaner through it tomorrow and see what that does. I let it sit to long without burning the fuel in it I believe.

 

[DFB]

Yeah I just checked it. It's a Honda GCV 190. I'm going to try running some carb cleaner through it tomorrow and see what that does. I let it sit to long without burning the fuel in it I believe.

In which case, and I've had to do this a few times, remove the bowl drain plug (which is the smaller angled nut) and drain all of the fuel into a container. Refit the nut and add fresh fuel. It might take some time with it running for it to improve as it burns off any residual fuel.

 

[BLM]

Small engines seem to be more suseptible to fuel with ethanol in it. Depending on the deposits the carb may have to be disassembled to properly clean it.
I run ethanol free gasoline in all my small engine stuff. Plus I put Stabil in the gas can immediately after filling the gas can.

 

[DFB]

Check out this video of how fuel actually attracts condensation in fuel containers, which then ends up in the machines tank.