Assemble your own pressure washer from random parts

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Some new and some old parts combined to make a high end commercial pressure washer for half the price.
Honda 13hp with 4gpm 4000psi 66DX Cat Pump.
CAT pump: amzn.to/2gRc4CA
50' Hose: amzn.to/2FJ2GMh
Wand 4000psi : amzn.to/2pd7of0
Quick Connect Adapters: amzn.to/2FEViW3
WINTERIZER: amzn.to/2gQoAlI
Ideally a belt drive will give longer life. Belt drive units are the ultimate professional pressure washers and they will get the benefit from being able to gravity feed out of a water tank, lower pump temps after hours and hours of straight running and ideally more longevity. Personally I will never run this for hours on end nor do I need to gravity feed out of a tank. If you plan on running it for a business, 25+ hours a week, for years, go belt drive. But personally I didn't want to source pulleys, belts, make guards or spend the extra for a belt drive pump. The cat pump I used has an average lifespan of over 3000hours, so I could use it for 3 hours a week for the next 20years before I need to do a major service.
CAT spec sheets show the only longevity difference is bearing life due to rpm differences in direct(3600rpm 6k-10k hours) vs belt(below 1200rpm/1/3 engine speed 12k-18k hours).
Direct Drive Pump
Pros: Compact design, lower cost, more efficient
Cons: More vibration and heat from motor transferred to pump, higher rpm
Belt Driven Pump
Pros: Longer life from lower RPM, belt absorbs vibration, won’t overheat.
Cons: More maintenance, higher cost, less efficient.

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@ozzstars_cars 7 лет назад

Now I have pump envy. Thanks a lot man! Beautiful pump. haha

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Ozzstar ha ha. Thanks for the great comment.

@butchcassidy5398 6 лет назад

What about bleeding Air out of pump before start up?

@langstonfelix3668 3 года назад

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@skylarboston8630 3 года назад

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@tthack84 6 лет назад

Just recently bought a hurricane 4300psi 4gpm but I will say that keeping the trigger squeezed is the number one thing that helps longevity. I bought a CH back in 01' and it still works after 17 years of personal use.

@deere3321 3 года назад

I'm retired but work part time for a Cub dealer. Most of the pressure washers we see in the shop are simply no maintenance. They get used once then sit for a year in freezing temps. I bought a new cub cadet with a Honda GX motor. It's a CC3600. I ran it for a couple of hours then I changed the oil in the pump to a good pump oil. After I use it I run water through the pump without a nozzle on the wand. This runs a larger volume of water without creating heat. I also use pump saver in the pump if it's going to be setting for more than a couple of weeks. Hopefully I can get a lot of use out of it. Great video and nice pressure washer.

@plamenplamenof3567 Год назад

UPDATE:1 year and still cranks within the first 2-3 pulls. Probably will buy another when this one finally does bite the dust ru-vid.comUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX . No issues at all. Very happy with it.UPDATE: After 6 months of use and over 70 uses I would still highly recommend this pressure washer. It does vibrate a decent amount but never had it “walk” like others have mentioned. No oil leaks, still seems to run like the day I bought it. Still cranks within 2-3 pulls every time. Very happy with my purchase!Have used it about a dozen times now. Plenty of power, cranks up on 1-2 pulls every time. My only complaint would be I wish it was a little taller to make it easier to walk with it (hits my ankles a lot) and that the two hose connections were a little further apart but it hasn’t caused me any issues. Seems to run a good 1-1/2-2 hrs on a full tank, overall a well built machine and definitely worth the money in my opinion.

@bigtexas7580 4 года назад

*I put a Mi-T-M 3600psi 3.5gpm pump on my $300 simpson honda washer and it works great. Got the pump new for $220 so paid $520 total and have a real nice washer. Only weighs 75 lbs too.*

@ciphercode2298 3 года назад

That sounds like a good combo. What motor is on it and is it horizontal or vertical?

@bigtexas7580 3 года назад

@@ciphercode2298 *It's a little 6hp gc190 engine and horizontal shaft engine. The engine may be putting out a little more than 6HP now because I ported the muffler and re-jetted the carb and it runs the pump pretty strong.*

@jaxsonhugh9334 3 месяца назад

I have a 13yo Black Max 2800 psi that I bought at Sam’s and it’s still running strong. I haven’t been that great with maintenance and winterizing and it always starts on the first or second pull….

@mikeatv 7 лет назад

i replaced my blown no name pump w/a comet pump on a honda eng years ago... been working fine... your 100% right..... no one cares or realizes the quality of the pump... great video

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Those no name pumps are destined to fail. It's kind of a shame.

@seancola 2 года назад

Just picked up a gx340 with a cat pump for $100. I got it running and the pump works, the pressure bypass valve needed the spring and ball re aligned. That was it! I was so excited i got it working. Just need a cart and sort out some plumbing.

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

That's awesome

@MattsRageFitGarage 2 года назад

Yeah, I've never seen a pump outlast a pressure washer engine either. I know this business owner that has a lot of pressure washers and for the past 7 years I've been servicing all of his machines. For the first 15 or so years those things never even had an oil change until I started servicing his equipment, all have Honda GX engines, some GX200, 270, 340, 390 engines. A GX200 and GX340 being his original and most used machines. The guy had used them all enough to wear the original sparkplugs center electrodes down to a round nub and the ground strap almost completely worn away, and almost did the same thing on the second plug in 5 years on the GX340 machine. All had original pumps, actually the last two original pumps are getting replaced right now. All of these had Cat, old style AR pumps and an older Comet pump. No telling how many thousands of hours are on those engines, and they still run like a champ, every single one of them. I am very surprised how long his pumps have lasted for having no care to them whatsoever other than the unloader valves giving issues in later years from being packed full of silt and debris and sitting over the off season. I will say the newer AR and Cat pumps I've replaced some of the old ones with haven't been nowhere near as good. I had to put a check valve kit in a 2 year old AR pump a few years back, one of the discs randomly broke.

@eamonnmckeown6770 2 года назад

Revisited this video because I won a Excell Devilbiss ( I think ) ZR3600 with a 13hp Honda motor on Govdeals. $100 ( $106 total ). It'll take me a minute or too to save up for the CAT pump. I won't even look at the pump that's on there as it was sold as non-running. Thanks for the maintenance tips too as this will be an occasional tool in the arsenal but I want it to be a bedrock item that I won't have to worry about crapping out so long as I take care of it.

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

Can't beat a 13hp Honda for 100 bucks.

@andregreen8040 4 года назад

Very nice job. Good looking unit.

@mattjohnson9257 4 года назад

Great job. I have a similar power washer set up...Honda motor/cat pump, with issues: after using the power washer for 30 sec, the engine starts to sputter and dies, unless I stop spraying. Good gas flow, clean carb, clean air filter, new plug...thoughts? Researched replacing unloader valve??

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

Unloader valve only if the engine stalls when the trigger isn't pulled. If stalling while the trigger is depressed/spraying water it's going to be lack of fuel or the oil level sensor with a Honda. To test lack of fuel get a pair of vice grips to pinch the fuel line. Run the machine and immediately when it stalls pinch the fuel line. Release the fuel bowl nut and measure the amount of fuel that drains out. To test the oil level sensor simply unplug it and run the machine.

@paki268 3 года назад

Just pulled a 14hp diseal motor. Planning to make a power washer out of it

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome!

@redneckengineering7739 7 лет назад

Lol nice leaf blower but I've been wanting to do the same thing except get a a reel and a couple hundred feet of hose and use it as a hydro Jetter for drains mounted on a trailer with its own water source we do work for KFC and Popeyes here in Memphis and their drains stopped up all the time from Grease and it would be small enough to go down the floor drain and past the P-trap

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I was washing the sidewalk and notice leaves were scattering even where the water wasn't touching. It pushes a cushion of air in front of the water and pushes leaves effortlessly. That would probably pay for itself pretty quick doing commercial work.

@hockeygeek21 7 лет назад

Love your videos man, so much information. Got a pressure washer from my father that he built, I think the pump is going bad now tho.

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Thanks for watching.

@JesusHernandez-lv4rx 4 года назад

If it’s a good pump you can salvage it cheap with parts.

@danburch9989 6 лет назад

That's one hell of a leaf rake, too!

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

It's my new go too for moving leaves.

@catfish500mark9 Год назад

How did you know the pump would mount up correctly without having both engine and pump in front of you?Shaft diameter, shaft lenghth,pump depth.These are all things the make or break the project.Nice PW you have there though.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

Small engines are very universal across the brands. They're really only two different shaft sizes. 3/4 and 1 in. And two different mounting patterns.

@shawnlasalle1510 2 года назад

How can I build my own industrial pressure power washer but need the step by step how to do it and what all do I need do you have a video how to

@jonienglish3231 3 года назад

what is the Small Black Hose on your CAT Pump ???? some sort of By PASS ????

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yes, bypass. When you release the trigger the pump will circulate water from the high pressure side through the hose to the low pressure side. This is to help cool the pump and slow the overheating process.

@aleblanc3547 7 лет назад

The two biggest things to take away is making sure to get a quality pump and to keep the water flowing. The only other thing is to get the highest GPM possible...a lot of pressure without much volume doesn't cut it. Thanks, Moe...you always have the low-down on the good stuff!!

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I agree, the GPM is the most important thing but marketing has conditioned consumers to only look at PSI.

@jordanbarlow2097 6 лет назад

Thats is a really nice pressure washer. I know have a project coming up

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@leonharris6950 6 лет назад

Is there anyway to have a bypass valve so you can leave it running without having always having keep the.handle pressed?

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

No, I wish there was. The water in the pump will just continually circulate and heat up. You can let off for a minute or so, but then press the trigger for 5 seconds and let it sit again.

@Xceller8r 3 года назад

The set up that I have (Honda 13hp and General Pump pump) has a “header tank/reservoir tank” whatever you want to call it.. this tank is what your garden hose connects to and it has a float valve shut off. This tank supplies water to your pump inlet. When the pump is in bypass (when the gun trigger is not being pressed), the bypassed water flows to this reservoir tank and mixes with cold water in the tank before it will feed the pump again and continues this cycle. This eliminates the water getting too hot and damaging pump when in bypass. I would highly recommend this set up for pump longevity. Had this set up for many years and no issues at all even during times when I’m not on the trigger and engine is still running at operating speed. Only thing is you will need a different unloaded/pressure regulator valve. My valve is a three way valve. One port connects to the pumps high pressure outlet, another to the gun hose, and the last port connects to the bypass hose which goes to the reservoir tank.

@anthony1113 3 года назад

While I agree there are a lot of garbage pumps out there…General, AR, Comet pumps are all very good pumps…IMO…some equally or even better then some cat pumps of equal GPM/psi.

@chromechrome7360 2 года назад

What’s the name of that pressure washer frame the black one

@robharper3898 Год назад

Wondering if I could ask your advice on a honda390engine my boss had given up on. The machine itself was used for less than a year. He took the old pump and I made him a deal I want to make a kickass pressure washer lookingfor tips on what I can do to start the engine before buying a cat pump to bolt on to it but want to see the engine put out before sinking money into the pump??????? Stumped

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

The number one reason an engine these days won't run is dirty carb from the horrible gas we have. I have older videos on the Honda Carb rebuild ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-n_eTqL0C3gQ.html

@kwickdrawdindonufin2269 6 лет назад

Nice job

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Hey thanks. It's been working out very well.

@JamesLee-oe7mt 6 лет назад

i will say sometimes these work better than a leaf blower

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

It works surprisingly well for moving leaves.

@mikesmultimedia 2 года назад

I'm thinking about cannibalizing a sonjo 2000 PSI electric pressure washer to reduce it down to its smallest package to mount somewhere on where on my Van just to use as a just to use as a cleaning tool when I'm on the road to wash out the engine or anything that I need to clean. Wondering if you could possibly build one maybe with a small square frame of its bare essentials because it looks like the sun Joe could be broken down to just the input and output like I said it was electric and there shouldn't be much more to it than that other than mounting it onto some kind of a frame which I can then bolt somewhere onto the cargo Van.

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

That would be neat. Yeah, I tore apart the Sun Joe a few years ago and it could be tucked almost anywhere.

@mikesmultimedia 2 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford I have the Sun Joe SPX3000-RM 2030 PSI 1.76 GPM Electric Pressure Washer. The upright design is just not needed for my intended use. Ill look through your videos if you did one on the teardown of the unit, and other take apart vids on YT so I can see what components ill be dealling with. There are "low profile" units for sale such as the Ryobi system, but I think it might be fun to build one from the Sun Joe I already have. It will see limit use, maybe once a month or so to maintain and keep clean components on my vehicle. The low GPM is sufficient to conserve on board water supply and the pressure is decent. Last time I used it was to clean off the brakes before replacing them on the vehicle. I also use it to keep the engine compartment clean. I'll make a video of the process and post it when I do it.

@bctruck 7 лет назад

4000 psi would blow the concrete off my driveway. Ive had my little pressure washer for 22 years. its got a briggs on it. the pump went bad its second year but generac sent me the pump head for free,long past warranty. I use it a few times a year so it probably doesnt have more than 80 -90 hours on it.

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I wouldn't know what I was missing if I hadn't owned a few huge machines. My first(still have it) pressure washer was a $30-50 broken pump 2600psi 2.2gpm unit. I rebuilt the pump for $40 and used it for years until the pump wore out again(30ish hours). Another $40 and it has gone another 30ish hours and still works. Every-time I get a big pressure washer in I'm in heaven with how fast and well it cleans, but I always sell them off and regret it. I should have no problem keeping this one around for the next ten years and selling it off for $1000-1200.

@kirkjohnson9353 7 лет назад

I'm a 60 year old guy. I do contracting and have equipment and several houses. A pressure washer is an important tool for me to have. I can say that would not own one that is much less than 4000 PSI. There is a sweet , sweet magic that happens with the washing at that pressure. And aggravation on anything much lower. My current washer is 3800 PSI and I am happy with it.

@bctruck 7 лет назад

ooooooooook?

@jasondreckmann3396 6 лет назад

Whats your opinion on AR pumps? I scored a 3000 psi M-I-TM commercial pressure washer that just had a broken kill switch and it has an AR pump. Also, do the regulator springs weaken after alot of use? Ive used other 3000 psi washers and this one feels just a tad bit weaker.

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

AR makes decent pumps and M-i-TM puts together some nice units. PSI really doesn't make much of a difference in feel. 3000psi can be obtained by the wimpiest pressure washer. What you will notice is the flow rate/GPM coupled to PSI. The AR pump more than likely has an adjustable unloader valve and the pressure can be turned up/down.

@jasondreckmann3396 6 лет назад

sixtyfiveford alright, i think its probably fine then. Ive spent countless hours using a honda that was 3.4 gpm (iirc) and this one is only 2.5 so thats probably the difference in feel. Thanks for the explanation.

@drainmonkeys385 5 лет назад

Cat are great,,, but there are many others that are good.. AR is good, General are good... people don’t know how to care for them.. the seals have to be changed now and then... and you can’t run too hot of water or run them dry

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

Other brands have great pumps as well but also have their cheapo lines(AR). Cat is probably just the best known. It comes down to you get what you pay for.

@josemarcano1877 10 месяцев назад

What gear drive is this ?

@tylerhall9552 4 года назад

What size are the mounting bolts that u need to mount the 4.0gpm cat pump to the Honda gx390? Where can I buy a kit with the bolts?

@KeiganApparel 2 года назад

Hey I have a GX390 with a seized up pump on it so I’m gonna take that off and wanted to buy the pump that you show in the video. Except yours has the black regulator knob on it and the amazon one doesn’t. Does the amazon one listed come with the knob and accessories and Just doesn’t show it or no? Thanks man

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

The Amazon is the exact listing I bought it from. The description says the pumps are fully plumbed and tested before shipping.

@KeiganApparel 2 года назад

Awesome. Thanks for responding!

@KeiganApparel 2 года назад

Hooooooly hell! So I got the pump and installed it and my god this thing is a monster. Thanks for the info and video. Side note, the motor started to blow white smoke out of the exhaust. Looked into the top end and the top of the piston is gunky black. Looks like I’m rebuilding the top end. All good, I got it for $80 with the cart. :)

@KeiganApparel 2 года назад

Hey, also I have a gx160. Can you recommend a pump for that little guy? Thanks.

@1norgman 3 года назад

Great video, there are several pull start variations of the GX390 engine. Which variation do I need to match up with the CAT pump you have in the video? Variation options QA2, HA2, etc... thank you...

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I think the HA2 is a gear reduction 6:1 engine and not what you need. QA2 should be a 1in shaft and what you want.

@1norgman 3 года назад

Thanks.. QA2 appears to be the correct variation...

@artisansportsman8950 4 года назад

Just out of interest would I be able to use a Honda generator engine or will it be a different adapter/ shaft ?

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

Generators are the only small engine with a odd tapered shaft that fits nothing.

@gzdrum 5 лет назад

Ok the question is: how to know what size of pump (psi) do I need depending on the engine horse power? For a 6.5hp engine, what pump do I need?

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

A 6.5hp engine is going to give you a pump around 3000psi and 3gpm max. You can go lower in psi 2500 and get 3.5gpm or just the opposite to 3500psi and get 2.5gpm. These are ballpark numbers. If you plan on cleaning things like cement, decks, ect you'll want to go with a higher GPM so you can do more work faster. Gallons Per Minute is a measure of how much water is pushed out. The more water the more debris will be carried away. If you want to blast small things like heavy grime off an engine then higher PSI will benefit vs GPM.

@phatrides222000 6 лет назад

what about a triple A pump or AAA as on the pump?

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

There are a handful of top pump brands. It pretty much boils down to you get what you pay for. Super cheap pumps have a life of less than 60 total hours. This is fine for a homeowner that washes their car 5 times a summer at 1hr a time as it will give them 5-10years of use. These pumps are sold with PSI being the only selling point and no real claim for GPM which is far more important. I know Simpson likes to use AAA as a cheaper alternative(It's their Chinese house brand). Based on the price point I wouldn't expect more than 150hours of use on a AAA. This is acceptable depending on how much you are going to use it. Compare that to a commercial brand that will run 3000+hours.

@phatrides222000 6 лет назад

thanks man. That's what I wanted to know.

@chara-leighc5924 5 лет назад

Good morning, can any one help please. I am looking for an instructional video on how to replace the inlet valves on a cat pump 279 please. Or if anyone can tell me if the internal parts for the 279 are the same as what other model thank you so much

@yupsir791 5 лет назад

An electric pump would last longer then if the reason they die is because they sit their idling away.

@akashamohammed5780 6 лет назад

can you send me a link where to buy the pump and the house and the gun please? what engine is the best for it ? i mean any HP ?

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

I have links in the video description. A 13hp minimum is what I needed for this pump.

@michaelwelcher8719 6 лет назад

Where do I get the pump? And hose and lance I have a Honda 13 hp I what to do and buy so who do I call or

@rparedes62 4 года назад

Hello thanks for the tutorial i have a question, i want to open a car wash and i need a electric pressure washer would you be able to let me know wish pressure washer do i need thanks in advance

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

There's a ton of variables with that question. I don't mess around much with electric units but most car wash guys go with Udor, General Pump, or Cat pressure washer pumps.

@MatHelm 7 лет назад

2nd comment, would luv to see someone build a steam pressure washer.....

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I own one and they're amazing for what they do.

@MatHelm 7 лет назад

They're better at everything pressure washing wise. I've often thought of using an old oil burner furriness motor to build one. Thought I'd use a 25 gallon steel drum and some copper tubing, make it a separate unit with it's own kart/wheels, and just plug the pressure washer into it (and the hose n wand out of it). The hardest part would be the temp control I think...

@charlieoconnor40 5 лет назад

pressure washer tech here. we rarely have to rebuild a CAT pump... that's because the parts are too expensive and we throw them in the garbage. Hotsy makes a good pump. Lifetime warranty against freezing.. Cant beat that.

@jhomrich89 4 года назад

yes they do I have used their heated pressure washers, amazing build quality and performance. With Hotsy though to get the level of performance he has here you're looking at $2500, this is a great option for someone starting off in pressure washing perhaps they could mount this on a trailer with a small pump running to it and have a good trailer for relatively lower cost then a brand new Hotsy trailer unit.

@charlieoconnor40 4 года назад

@@jhomrich89you can get a 4000psi belt driven cold pressure washer for $1700 most homeowners/small business need about 2300-3300 psi. Those are around $1000 depending on your distributor, Manufactured by Karcher N.A with a Hotsy style pump head and crank case. They dont make the classic red Hotsy pumps anymore. Its closer to a General pump now. Hotsy/Landa/Mosmatic/Pressure Pro/Karcher are all one company now. Karcher bought them all up. Alkota and Hydrotek are one company now. Aladdin is its own company(wouldn't recommend). The CAT pump you are seeing is essentially a private labeled pumps for whatever distributor is throwing together the chassis so they can charge more for the CAT name and parts. These are not equivalent to the commercial/ industrial CAT pumps that CAT built its name on. my 0.02 most of the guys i see starting out take the handles/wheels off the cold units and just mount the chassis to their trailer. i wouldnt advise a guy starting out to buy a CAT pump. i would recommend something that has cheaper service ability and rebuild ability. #1 choice -HOTSY #2 choice - Comet pump. need them and are not buying commercial/industrial versions. CAT is essentially private labeling for other manufacturers.

@Methodical2 4 года назад

That's what I've heard about Cat pumps; they are too expensive to rebuilt.

@drperygin 4 года назад

Can I buy a replacement for a 2DX15ES.KB pump? I really would rather have a cheaper pump, but one that won't freeze might be even better. Really appreciate any help.

@ifitaintbroke7427 3 года назад

I have a pressure washer that has the Annovi Reverberi XRCV4G35. It's a 4gpm 3500 psi pump, and it was made in Italy! Now they build their pumps in China. It's a commercial grade pump, the only pumps that was used on the type of pressure washer it is are the belt driven pumps. It's a awesome pressure washer, but they have been discontinued for a while now.

@krisone63 6 лет назад

I agree with you about CAT pumps! My one AAA pump was shot after two years and my previous two (four and five years old) with General pumps have practically no pressure. They all had pressure gauges, unloaders and inlet filters with rarely being run longer than 60 seconds without the trigger or flow relieved. I find that ball valves are a necessity when switching between the surface cleaner and gun and letting the pump cool down after use with a low idle run and no restrictions on the line. It didn't matter on the first three for they just didn't last. I now have a CAT 4200 psi @ 4.0 gpm and so far after eight months and close to 300 hours of use it's been great. I did change my methods and now run 50 feet of hose and position the pressure washer where I can continuously work without having to stop and move, this lessens my operating time and it's worth spending the money on a longer line. Granted pressure is reduced but with a high quality hose it's minimal. Awesome video..

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Thanks for your personal input.

@barryjive1104 5 лет назад

"Random parts" I guess means a specific pump brand that you custom order new for $600...

@kleevrgaming5720 4 года назад

Barry Jive quit your crying

@luis4210 4 года назад

Barry Jive 1600 compared to around 900 in materials?

@bradrichards6107 4 года назад

You be jive talkin man. The man saved a good bit of money building his own pressure washer.

@charlieoconnor40 4 года назад

@Les Paul you dont know anything about pressure washers let alone a positive displacement pump. good luck on the air compressor idea.

@JonalistTwitMe 4 года назад

I would like one on my riding mower using a pully and clutch added for switching to it instead of mowing - 13.5 HO B&S engine.

@carloscarney8471 3 года назад

Make a video

@codylapoint 3 года назад

The problem with that is that the bearings in the pump are not designed to take a side load. The side load from the belt tension would ruin the pump. You would need to use a couplepillow blocks and a jack shaft to have any service life at all.

@aliennemesis0663 2 года назад

Why would u even wanna do something that silly

@rd1pence 6 лет назад

Think I will stick with COMET pumps Had them all my life and never repaired very many

@TheShadeTreeFixitMan 7 лет назад

Great tips on keeping the water flowing. Always good information, Moe.

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Thanks George.

@acihawaii 3 года назад

What do you think Gear drive on Honda IGX 800cc motor vs belt ??? Wanted to perform a home build with gear drive unit not to certain on a belt driven unit ?

@DieselEngineSean 7 лет назад

All the high quality pumps I've come across with "issues" almost always needed only a valve kit (which is a simple and cheap fix) and then were back up and working as original. People leave water in the pump and it rots the valves. IMO the AR pumps made in Italy and the cat pumps are both really good high quality made units!

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I've serviced and resold a fair amount of pressure washers with AR pumps, I think they're good. Cat, AR and General are the most known commercial pumps and all last, but I think Cat has the best reputation for themselves.

@ShainAndrews 7 лет назад

That's my experience as well. People either leave water in them and it freezes or trash is sent into the pump because they don't flush the low pressure line before connecting to the pump. Few pulls on the cord with the high pressure side open clears any pump I've had.

@ke6bnl 7 лет назад

looks like the same setup I have, was given to my boy because the pump did not work, rebuilt the seals and works great.

@BigAlWillis 6 лет назад

cat pumps are great, only problem I had is springs rusted in pump resulting in no pressure, think they were like $25 bucks & back up & running.

@billydowey7395 6 лет назад

The big comet pumps are really good too. I work on them professionally and honestly I see more cat pumps with issues than the big comet pumps. Although it’s usually just water seals, valves or unloader.

@MRrwmac 7 лет назад

Congratulations for you checking one off your bucket list. That thing is gonna be great for you! Your dog is outstanding! Unbelievable coordination and skills!

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

This dog loves to jump.

@103m95g 5 лет назад

My pop bought a commercial pressure washer back in the day, Brigs industrial engine with a 2800 psi Cat pump, other than bad gas issues and a new starter cord that thing still puts out like a champ ~20 years later.

@ericktapia5698 4 года назад

Depends what you use your washer for.. I love cat pumps for commercial grade washer. Have a 4K psi Honda gx360 motor with the same model cat pump, AWESOME for BIG pressure washing needs. I’m a detailer, for cars you’d maybe want to go with an AR North America pump and a smaller engine maybe a Honda Gx200 or even a harbor freight predator engine lol

@newwavepressure6478 4 года назад

Can u turn it into a belt drive???? Jus needs pullys and pump is the shaft the same on all gx390s

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

Yes, but it'll run you another $100-150 in parts plus $100-300 more for a belt drive pump to do so. If your not using it everyday commercially you'll never get your money worth out of it.

@steveelkins51 5 лет назад

I have 9 hires Honda with a3g30 annovi rebervari 3000/ 3 gal pump I bought in 98 and still runs fine!

@gorak9000 3 года назад

Just make sure all the fittings before the pump and up to the bypass valve are stainless or brass (preferably brass). I'm having to replace the pump on my pressure washer, an Annovi Rebevari 2200psi 3gpm because someone had originally installed a galvanized T where the bypass line attaches to the input, and it rusted on the inside. There was also what looks like a stainless 90 degree elbow coming out of the pump, going to the regulator, but inside it's all full of rust. I'm replacing it with the same pump as of course the Honda engine has tons of life left (the original pump lasted 23 years). It would've lasted longer if it weren't for the rust getting into it. One of the ceramic pistons cracked (either from rust build up, or possibly from freezing- hard to say for sure), and once a piston is cracked, it doesn't make sense to rebuild. A new pump is cheaper at that point.

@Ramdodge582 6 лет назад

It's way cheaper to buy a complete unit with the same parts. From northern tool: GX390- 780 bucks, cat pump-580 bucks = $1360 Complete pressure washer with same pump and motor = $1340 and that includes the wand, hose, frame/tires/axle, ect.

@pzpinkslip123 6 лет назад

Ram-n_dodge they usually include 4 spray tips also

@Icutmetal 6 лет назад

Hey Captain Obvious- you noticed he’s using a used engine in the video, right?

@MasteringHow-To 6 лет назад

Don’t say unless it has a cat it’s a piece of junk. GP and Gulds surpasses Cat. I’ve had my GP at my car wash for 13 years and it runs 10 hours a day. Please find me a pump that can do that. Only thing I’ve replaced was the unloader.

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

I wasn't discounting the performance/reliability of any high end pumps and even mention a few tops brands. You pay for what you get and the reliability of one top end pump vs another is to be debated.

@e-shoptoolscom 3 года назад

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@Maugwa 6 лет назад

Simpson...........been top of the line forever dude.

@soundknight 7 месяцев назад

I have a lawnmower (Honda gcv160) - is it possible to convert it and its chassis into a pressure washer? It's based on the victa mustang.

@1977np 6 месяцев назад

I searched for things you can do with pressure washer pump and got this video. This would be a good idea. Sometimes obvious things are oblivious. Thank you.

@anthonyd4317 6 лет назад

How do I make a hot water pressure washer like this? 150 degrees and up?

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

There is a lot of work that goes into wanting to make a hot pressure washer. Ideally you have the cold water enter the pump and basically where you would have the pressure washer hose you have steel pipe coiled over/around a burner. There will need to be a pressure blow off valve as you are essentially making a pressure bomb. A high temp hose after that burner will need to be used along with a few other items. Hotsy is one of the top manufactures and I suggest you look at them online and in person. I had plans to build one but after looking for a while I found a cheap used Hotsy.

@BigAlWillis 6 лет назад

good idea to get pressure gauge & adjust not to exceed pumps rating , say 3300 you want gauge to read that or less when ' not ' pulling the trigger otherwise pump will burn up prematurely. I've had mine for years, they're simple ^ easy to repair relatively cheap.

@peterford9369 5 лет назад

I have a zr2700 that's probably 12 years old. Just now having pressure issues, so am replacing the unloader. Hopefully that's the problem. Thought about a new pump and in future I may, but for now it's the unloader. Hell that was a hundred for that. It's a 3 gal per minute with a 6.5 Honda engine. Do you really think you need 13 for a 4gpm,or just have it so using it? Never had pump off. Does shaft have splines, or a keyway? I can't fathom a small set screw not shearing. Anyway thanks for the video. Nice to see how easy it is to replace pump if mines seen better days. Only shows 1100 psi on the gauge. Hoping new unloader puts it back to 2700 or at least close. ✌️

@BrucesShop 7 лет назад

I have had 4 washers come in this month. You are right

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I haven't had any all year, but years past they're coming in all the time.

@BrucesShop 7 лет назад

I had one come in with a bad motor not pump. Of course I used a motor from another washer that had the pump die.

@brendanhall9504 6 лет назад

i just wanna know why your profile picture is your lawnmower

@noeaguinaga4018 Год назад

I've been pressure washing for 9 years straight... it's what I do for a living...AR pumps are the only way to go... You are the only person I've ever heard say that Cat pumps are good... my boss has 30 years experience and he won't own one.. and I leave my machine running for 30 minutes some times.. you think I'm going to run to the truck and get an o-ring and cut my machine off...I run 200 feet of pressure hose with 50 to 100 feet of water hose... I've ran my machine for over 8 hours at a clip... hear it start to run out of gas... run to truck.. jump in pour gas... keep moving

@zfilmmaker 4 года назад

Kranzle has the best pump. Period. You can run it idle without water flow, you can’t do that with a Cat. For everyone else, the Honda motor costs $3-400. So $100 + $580 + $400 = the cost of one already put together making your video useless.

@rzrkilleriwishiwereahonda3625 7 лет назад

I just did the same thing but I made mine a belt drive an used a GP pump an a gx390 4000 psi at 4.0 GPM

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Belt drive is the way to go for ultimate longevity.

@KM-gh3ob 4 года назад

Cat pumps the greatest and best ever matter of opinion ,let me guess BECAUSE ITS American...beg to differ Bertolini, Interpump udor etc they all do manufacturer Great or supercede your bias Cat Pumps. However thanks for the video, I thought there was a lot more to it..... Assembly 👍

@JS-xi5nk 2 года назад

Your Obviously biased in your opinion and thoughts. I do agree with some of what you said about running the pump with out pulling the trigger. I have seen my share of burned up pumps. Iv also got a pressure washer I bought 25 years ago at a hardwarestore for $250. Use it about 300 hours a year cleaning equipment. Never has it had any problems. Iv also had close to 20 other pressure washers that have burned up because my guys don't understand keeping the water flowing. They last as long as the user uses them correctly. But they don't make the low end pumps like they used to.

@steveelkins51 5 лет назад

The pump he mispronounced is the best . Annovi rebervari is the best. Buy the triplex model. They last forever.

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

Annovi Reverberi does make decent high end pumps but also makes millions of throw away bottom of the barrel pumps. I have at least a dozen junk ones on my spare parts shelf. Most have well under 50 hours of total use. So saying AR is the best is far from reality.

@BurkesRepair 5 лет назад

@@sixtyfiveford agreed. I really do believe that Cat pumps are the best as well, used them in an industrial setting for years, never had one let me down

@robertmarkham6558 2 года назад

Doesn’t make it “Junk” because it doesn’t have a branded mum, it’s like saying if you don’t drive a Tesla your cars/truck is junk, that’s not how it works

@SteveRobReviews 7 лет назад

I always see a great engine and a blown pump LOL

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

I'm not complaining because it is a great source of engines for me.

@Maybe-You-Know-Me-Not 6 месяцев назад

$25 bought me a once used PW with a nice engine. Just had no power, freed up the pressure ball $0 dollars and 5 minutes then used it to take the paint off my house. Now I’m thinking go kart lol but I’m 49 years old so mobility scooter????

@sixtyfiveford 6 месяцев назад

Go kart!

@wickhamdecks6297 5 лет назад

Hey mate, I'd like to convert my 15hp air compressor engine to a Pressure Washer, I think the 4gpm 4000psi 66DX Cat Pump you used here would be perfect BUT I'd like to make it belt drive. Is the belt driven Cat Pump the same model but with a variation in the model number? Also looking for someone that can help with the belt driven pulleys and belts? I'm in Australia by the way, great video.

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

The 5CP3120 is the closest CAT pump for Belt Drive(4.5gpm 3500psi) You just need pulleys that are half of each other. The engine will spin at 3400-3600 at full throttle and the pump is rated to 1600-1800rpm. So for example put a 3 inch pulley on the engine and 6 inch on the pump. So what ever size pulley you already have on the engine just find one exactly 2x as big for the CAT pump.

@JodBronson 6 лет назад

LOL, you could buy 3 of those Pumps for $200 each. I know you are not a fan of those Big Box Stores... But Time = Money!

@ShainAndrews 7 лет назад

Pressure ratings on all pumps is the pressure the unloader is set at. The better the pump the closer it will maintain that pressure with the trigger pulled. Never seen a pump with anything melted. Only way I see that happening is if the thermal bypass is malfunctioning, or if the low pressure water is turned off while the pump is in operation. I don't see many people changing the pump oil. Change it bi-annually, don't let water freeze in them, and flush the low pressure hose before connecting it to the pump and they will last much longer than the hours you were claiming.

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Homeowners don't do any of this. Most of the spare $25-50 motors I pick up are off sub $500 pressure washers. On average the people are irritated by the brand and only claim to have used it a dozen times at the most before it crapped out. With proper maintenance 50hours is quit a while for the average homeowner. That lets you use it 5-10 times a summer for 5-10 years. The claimed lifespan of a high quality wobble plate pump is 200hours, but sub $500 pressure washers generally have cheaply made Chinese pumps that never get maintenance. The worst seam to be the vertical shaft mounted units, running standard lawn mower engines.

@chriswesney 5 лет назад

I've got a Honda GC190 and an AR pump and the pump lasted 6 years of car dealership life...The motor gave up. Its burning oil like crazy. Just figures I'd tell you about the exception to your rule.

@JesusHernandez-lv4rx 4 года назад

Engine has a service manual. Re-ring the engine at proper intervals plus change oil at service intervals and you’ll be golden.

@SuperYGOD 6 лет назад

I've been having the same pressure washer for more than 20 years, because I don't lone it out.

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

That's the best advice.

@BigAlWillis 6 лет назад

got that right. they break it every time.

@kenmasters916 5 лет назад

nice !

@stonedvtelevision490 5 лет назад

😂😂😂awesome man haha

@stonetexdesign 4 года назад

SuperCal yeah I ran hot water through a pressure washer I got from Costco 25 years ago and it was the best until I did that! #imadumbass I believe the motor still runs 4500 psi pump shot. Should I buy the cat pump and fix it? Hmmm?

@christopherfisher123 3 года назад

Hey bud I ha a cat 67dx and water got in the oil and I replaced all the seals and clean the current case out real good and got debris out of it but how in the hell or what is the trick to get the crank case back on over the crankshaft and connecting rods??😖

@dblood8529 5 лет назад

I have a Honda gx120. Anyone know what pump is recommended for that?

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

You will only be able to run a pump that is rated around 1500psi 2gpm with that size engine. The GX120(3.5hp) is a great engine but on the small side. Pumps this size are generally made for electric motors and not gas engines.

@dblood8529 4 года назад

sixtyfiveford thanks that was helpful. Definitely going to keep my eye out for a GX390.

@dblood8529 Год назад

Update. I now have three 13hp Honda engines 😂. Also what are your thoughts on belt driven vs direct drive? I hear belt is better overtime.

@dtotheatothevtothee 6 лет назад

Bend the end of the nozzle a little to counter the force coming out of the nozzle...you can tweak it so it basically balances and you don't get tired as fast.

@JS-xi5nk 2 года назад

Worst advice. Bending the shaft will cause more stress on the arms. Instead of pushing straight back it will push opposite direction of the bend. If you bend it downward then it'll be pushing back and up. Then your fighting to keep it forward and down.

@murraymadness4674 4 года назад

Looks like you can buy a cheap 2.5gpm pump for like $100. Can I combine three of them using chains driven by one big motor and get 7.5gpm? I have two wagons to blast to bare metal, then probably never use it again.. I have seen that you can combine them with checkvalves, but have not seen more than one on a single engine? what do you think mr. sixtyfive?? thanks

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

You could, but I think it would nickle and dime you with fittings, pulleys, bearings etc. You would need a male stub shaft for each one and maybe a pillow block bearing for the end of each stub shaft. You would also need around 25hp to run it. You can get a 4.5gpm(needs around 13hp) which will do pressure washer sand blasting for around $250 amzn.to/2KovjSA

@Kampup 4 года назад

most people say that belt driven is better less heat transfare less vibration and the key wont wield itself to the pump, what do you think? cheers

@raymonddaye1706 6 лет назад

I was thinking about putting a pressure washer to gether using an old mighty mac sprayer frame, kind like a wagon frame. My question: Pros and cons of directly bolting the pump to the engine vs belt drive?

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Ideally a belt drive will give longer life. Belt drive units are the ultimate professional pressure washers and they will get the benefit from being able to gravity feed out of a water tank, lower pump temps after hours and hours of straight running and ideally more longevity. Personally I will never run this for hours on end nor do I need to gravity feed out of a tank. If you plan on running it for a business, 25+ hours a week, for years, go belt drive. But personally I didn't want to source pulleys, belts, make guards or spend the extra for a belt drive pump. The cat pump I used has an average lifespan of over 3000hours, so I could use it for 3 hours a week for the next 20years before I need to do a major service. CAT spec sheets show the only longevity difference is bearing life due to rpm differences in direct(3600rpm 6k-10k hours) vs belt(below 1200rpm/1/3 engine speed 12k-18k hours). Direct Drive Pump Pros: Compact design, lower cost, more efficient Cons: More vibration and heat from motor transferred to pump, higher rpm Belt Driven PumpPros: Longer life from lower RPM, belt absorbs vibration, won’t overheat.Cons: More maintenance, higher cost, less efficient.

@mlhm5 7 лет назад

good luck in finding a 13hp Honda engine for less than $300

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

mlhm5 I see them used all the time for under $300. But even easier are running 12-16hp Briggs and those are generally around $75-150

@kitecattestecke2303 6 лет назад

As if some of the bigger Chinese clones are soooo badmif you get them cheam mehhh gets the job done

@tinhinnh 6 лет назад

50 bucks for that engine? might as well give it away for free

@preston2345 6 лет назад

Predator

@tinhinnh 6 лет назад

goin blind honda gx not gcv

@LeadfootPTM 3 месяца назад

You’re not doing enough shopping. I sell those Riggs for $600 complete with Honda GX 390, Cat 4GPM 4200psi, 50’ monster hose, tips and extended wand with factory warranty. Same setup with AAA pump $525. With a CRX 420 engine $425 All tested and ready to work.

@sixtyfiveford 3 месяца назад

That's total BS. Nobody is selling a Honda with a Cat for 600 bucks.

@LeadfootPTM 3 месяца назад

@@sixtyfiveford We’ve sold over 400 machines Within a 5.5 hour radius. So you’re comment is total bullshit 4400 PSI 4GPM CRX 420 engines AAA triplex pumps $425 Simpson 4200 PSI 4 GPM Honda GX 370 engines CAT Pumps $600 Aluminum series $650 Simpson 4200 4GPM Honda GX390 AAA pump $525 Simpson 3200 psi 2.8 GPM CAT pump Honda GX 200 engines $290 Simpson water blaster belt drive Honda GX390 4200 PSI 4GPM $575 Simpson 3200 psi Honda 190 engines $240

@ArlowFarrell Год назад

I built the same spec pressure washer for $300; CAT pumps are extremely expensive. You can get good for cheaper. $149 got me a pump that handles 4GPM/4,000 PSI. Engine is 10HP off marketplace. t's all about maintenance and care.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

It's not about maintenance or care when it comes to budget pumps. They last 10-50 hrs and die. Then you just buy another.

@mbahmannz 4 года назад

Can i use electric motor instead ? 2 hp would it be enough ? Thanks great

@bbay1977 6 лет назад

I was just thinking of o cpuld build something like this. I have a older stanley riding mower with a 17.5 hp engine and i wanted to take the engine and battery off and build me one. Mine will be key start but I'm going to make a cart to hold everything. Thanks for the upload and letting me know ot can be done. Mine will be a bottom shaft, so i will have to see about how to do that first. Thanks again

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching.

@robj2704 4 года назад

The TRIPLEX type of pump, from what I've read, is the best. Looks like that is what he bought.

@Lanninglongarmmowing 7 лет назад

Wow that's a really nice machine. Very impressive. Make sure your garden hose can deliver 4 gallons a minute also. Great video!!

@sixtyfiveford 7 лет назад

Thanks. It's expensive but I'll be able to make money off of it in years when it time to move it along. In the mean time I'll get a lot of work out of it.

@EduardoGaitan 2 года назад

Hey man btw i was wondering can this pump handle hot water? Until which temp will it be safe running it

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

The pump itself won't handle hot water over 100F well. Most hot water setups the pump is put before the heating system. So the pump only pushes cold water to the heater, it gets heated and the gun hold the pressure back until it's released.

@EduardoGaitan 2 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford understood thank you for the info, do you have an instagram ?

@Corsa15DT 5 лет назад

Came to see pressure washer for 50 bucks. He buys a pump for 600.

@bradfoster3821 6 лет назад

Where can i find a pump for a 2203CWH PRESSURE WASHER 2200 PSI 3.0 GPM 5.5 HP HONDA Been looking cant find anyting to replace the pump that is on it Annovi reverresi Thanks

@sixtyfiveford 6 лет назад

Northern tool will have some good options. You probably won't find an exact 2200psi 3gpm but you'll find one similar. You should be able to go with 2700-3000psi at 2.5gpm or 2000-2500psi at 3gpm.

@AmericanConstellation 5 лет назад

I've got a 5hp Honda engine. What pump would you recommend?

@sixtyfiveford 5 лет назад

You're going to be limited to approx 3000psi @ 2.5gpm with a 5hp Honda(gc160/gx160). A cat pump isn't the cheapest but will give you seemingly endless life. They run around $300 and will run 3000hours vs a cheap $130 pump that will only last 50-100hours.

@javiergarcia--- 3 года назад

You are full of it, what i see is you disassemble a pressure washer and putting back together

@ianwolf3416 4 года назад

Is there any rigs that you are unable to change the pump on? I have a Powerstroke 3100 psi (not that it matters, just you can know the exact rig) 2.5 gpm that I bought used. Started a pressure washing business 3 weeks ago and now I think my pump is bad. To be fair, I’m pretty sure I was the one that messed it up. I always run water through it for two-3 mins until all the air is out. But until this occurred I didn’t know about keeping the handle engaged... I have a bunch of jobs to do in the next couple of days so I figure I’ll just buy a new one worse case, but I wanted to look into cheaper options like pump replacement or something. I’d rather save up for a 4.0 that I’ve been looking at. At the same time though... I have to have a rig to make the money. Suggestions??

@sixtyfiveford 4 года назад

You can change the pump on it easily. It going to be held on by 4 bolts and maybe an allen bolt to the crankshaft. It's about a 15 minute job. Your horsepower is going to limit you to around 2.5gpms and 3000ish PSI. A new replacement pump should cost you around $100-125 which may not be worth it?