Pressure Washer Recommendations?

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Hey guys,

My old Husky pressure washer is falling apart (gas). I am wondering what your guys' recommendations are for a good quality pressure washer. I don't want to break the bank, but don't mind spending a few hundred dollars on one. I am wondering if I should go gas or electric? How much psi do I need?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Sun-Joe-...ssure-Washer-with-Hose-Reel-SPX3001/205816442

I will definitely be buying a foam cannon for it!

Thanks!
 
I am thinking it will be between the Sun Joe or the Karcher? Sun Joe has the better flow rate....
 
How often and how much do you use the PW ? Is noise a factor when or where you use it ? Would you use it for any other cleaning besides autos ? Do you have an electric/gas preference ? Business or personal ?
 
I have a Husky Gas one, but it is old and falling apart. This would mostly be used for washing cars/trucks and my motocross bike...it would get used probably every other week. Noise is not a factor. I am tempted to look at gas pressure washers, but I don't want to pay $300+ for one.

The AR390SS looks like a very nice electric pressure washer and it is the highest rated on pressurewashersdirect, but I am a bit leery of these electric pressure washers...I also definitely need something that I can use the foam cannon with too.

What is your guys' opinion on gas vs electric? Seems like most people on here go for the electrics?
 
I can say the AR Blue 390SS is a good PW. It comes with a 25 foot hose and a long power cord. I've had mine for a few months now with no problems. You might have to buy the foam lance from AR Blue. I could not find an adapter on AG. The foam lance is very high quality and made in Italy instead of China like most things.
 
rlmccarty2000 said:
I can say the AR Blue 390SS is a good PW. It comes with a 25 foot hose and a long power cord. I've had mine for a few months now with no problems. You might have to buy the foam lance from AR Blue. I could not find an adapter on AG. The foam lance is very high quality and made in Italy instead of China like most things.
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I am thinking the AR390SS is the way to go...with the MTM Hydro foam lance
 
Stay away from karcher. I had 2 units fail on me. First within about 3 months of maybe once a week use, it's replacement made it a little over a year before it called it quits. They both were working fine then one day I go to use it and it wouldn't turn on anymore. Worst part is they both quit on me just like that while at a customers house.

I recently got a AR Blue 390ss and it's been good so far. 2000psi is more than enough to wash a car or bike. If you find yourself needing more for those applications then you better be smart about how close you get because they will blow paint right off if you aren't careful with the higher psi models. As for the 390ss, the only issue I have with it is the hose is something awful. It doesn't like to come uncoiled after taking it off the reel and it will kink up like mad if you don't straighten it out (which is a constant battle). It's more than a minor nuisance IMO. Besides that it works well, the quick change tips are nice but you really don't need more than the fan tip.

I have the low PSI MTM Lance (for the lower psi electrics) and it works great. So I'd definitely pick one up.

As for how long they last, if you're using it once a week it should last you quite awhile. The first electric pressure washer I used was like a 10 year old karcher that my dad had. It was a work horse and finally gave out when it blew a seal and started spraying water everywhere inside the unit. But for its age it was expected. Not bad for a little 1500psi electric.
 
ShaneB said:
Stay away from karcher. I had 2 units fail on me. First within about 3 months of maybe once a week use, it's replacement made it a little over a year before it called it quits. They both were working fine then one day I go to use it and it wouldn't turn on anymore. Worst part is they both quit on me just like that while at a customers house.

I recently got a AR Blue 390ss and it's been good so far. 2000psi is more than enough to wash a car or bike. If you find yourself needing more for those applications then you better be smart about how close you get because they will blow paint right off if you aren't careful with the higher psi models. As for the 390ss, the only issue I have with it is the hose is something awful. It doesn't like to come uncoiled after taking it off the reel and it will kink up like mad if you don't straighten it out (which is a constant battle). It's more than a minor nuisance IMO. Besides that it works well, the quick change tips are nice but you really don't need more than the fan tip.

I have the low PSI MTM Lance (for the lower psi electrics) and it works great. So I'd definitely pick one up.

As for how long they last, if you're using it once a week it should last you quite awhile. The first electric pressure washer I used was like a 10 year old karcher that my dad had. It was a work horse and finally gave out when it blew a seal and started spraying water everywhere inside the unit. But for its age it was expected. Not bad for a little 1500psi electric.
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Cool I am ordering the 390SS on Amazon tonight. Seems like a great way to go. My old gas one was a 2300PSI, but it was old and probably wasn't even ouputting that. I think this will work really nice. ordering the foam gun for it too as well as some Chemical Guys Honey Dew!
 
I use the SunJoe one, got it on a Prime Day and it's hard to beat it for the price IMHO :)
 
I would really like to get some feedback on gas vs. electric? It seems like most people on here go the electric route.
 
Go ahead and get the warranty. I think I paid $25 for 3 years. You never know and most reviews say they last about 2 years.
 
Ouch...makes me wonder if I should just spend the $300+ on the gas ones...probably better foaming too from a foam cannon? Costco has some nice ones including a Ford one - only thing is I am not sure if there is a foam cannon adapter for it.

Maybe a Craftsman gasser
 
Well...I am driving myself a bit nuts trying to decide between gas and electric...part of me is telling me to go gas because of reliability, but the simplicity of electric is nice. Probably would get better results with the foam cannon from a gasser due to the higher psi...but idk...might just need to take a shot in the dark. It is either the AR390SS electric or a Craftsmen gasser...
 
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CC268 said:
Well...I am driving myself a bit nuts trying to decide between gas and electric...part of me is telling me to go gas because of reliability, but the simplicity of electric is nice. Probably would get better results with the foam cannon from a gasser due to the higher psi...but idk...might just need to take a shot in the dark. It is either the AR390SS electric or a Craftsmen gasser...
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I recently went with the Green Works 2000 psi model at Lowes. I decided to go electric on the fact that I detail out of my home garage, and I do not think my neighbors want to hear a motor running at 7 AM. IMHO it does a decent job, but noting to write home to mom about. I use mine primarly to get the bugs off the fron fender, and to clean the wheel wells and tires. However, I was kind of dissappointed with the lack of foaming power this thing has. It also could be my water to soap mixture? Overall, I give it a 1 thumb up.
 
Yea I mean I have a gasser right now and don't mind it...I know the Craftsmen gasser would last a long time and I kind of wonder how much "power" the electric pressure washers have...I don't mind trying an electric but I would like some more feedback so I can prevent myself the headache before I go out and buy one.
 
I would go with the 390SS. I have both Simpson gas one and the 390SS. Gas one is nice with the higher pressure and the amount of water. However, starting and stopping on the gas one is a pain. At times, I like to shampoo (with wash mitt) few panels and rinse and with the gas, I have a tendency of waiting until I go over the entire car. In terms of foam lance, the adapter that comes with it should work (quick connect). 390SS is more than enough to get good foam out of the foam lance.
 
zero4 said:
I would go with the 390SS. I have both Simpson gas one and the 390SS. Gas one is nice with the higher pressure and the amount of water. However, starting and stopping on the gas one is a pain. At times, I like to shampoo (with wash mitt) few panels and rinse and with the gas, I have a tendency of waiting until I go over the entire car. In terms of foam lance, the adapter that comes with it should work (quick connect). 390SS is more than enough to get good foam out of the foam lance.
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Thanks for the feedback...there is a Youtube video of the 390SS and the MTM Hydro foam lance and it is impressive...so I guess that should give me some reassurance
 
For washing cars go with the electric, it's just easier. For most everything else go with gas for more power. I have both and only use my gas when I power wash the house.
 
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