Westinghouse 3200 PSI 2.5 GPP Residential Pressure Washer Review Pros and Cons

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Westinghouse 3200 PSI 2.5 GPP Residential Pressure Washer Review Pros and Cons
Purchased from Home Depot for $270 shipped to my door. Also available at Lowes and Sams Club.
Pros:
- Works (at least for the first 4 times I've used it).
- Strong (use as short of a garden hose run as possible and ensure you don't have supply water flow issues)
Cons:
- Both the water inlet (LP) and water outlet (HP) fittings are gold anodized aluminum which is inferior to solid brass (will corrode faster)
- Orientation of LP water inlet connection is not well thought out. Puts unnecessary strain on the inlet fitting/flange and the wheel rubs the water hose.
- HP hose can flex and make contact with the hot muffler. The hose actuallys states keep away from high heat.
- Soap reservoir fill is back under the recoil start thus making filling a challenge. Either you spill some of your soap or you have to use a funnel.
- Unit vibrates heavily under pump operation, so much so it can move several feet on concrete. First time pressuring washing my car I found it had vibrated a few feet and came into contact with my car's bumper. If I had not caught it soon enough the vibration would have damaged the paint/surface of my bumper.
- Unit's front black rubber foot is "marking" as in it leaves a black mark/streak on the surface it rests upon. I'm starting to use the unit more on soft ground to eliminate this and the vibration movement issue.

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@user-to2se7hs3r 11 месяцев назад

Have now used this to clean house siding and it performed well ru-vid.comUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX I also bought some wand extensions which enabled higher washing without needing a ladder. I recommend both. This unit arrived quickly, was easy to assemble (only had to attach the handle), and arrived in perfect condition. The only very slight downgrade from a perfect score is the design has a low handle and requires pulling from the side. My old washer was an upright model, while this one is more horizontal. Other than that, it's perfect for my needs. It has a great deal of pressure and more easily cleaned the house siding, porch rails and concrete than did my older model. The engine is a bit louder, as well, but the total time to clean was reduced by the more powerful spray. Did I mention it starts on the first or second pull every time?!! I am definitely happy with this model.

@JCrok Год назад

I just modded my car some and thought I was a genius. This guy's work on a pressure washer leaves me in the dust.

@spacecoastkid5033 Год назад

Excellent review, done quickly... thank you!

@wifiwizard Год назад

Thanks for your video. I just cancelled my order from Lowes and ordered from Home Depot. Received my veterans discount and saved $50 and am getting delivery four days earlier.

@steveschein6935 Год назад

After having a Excel pressure. I'm going to give this one a try. Thank you for the review.

@Patronesofly 2 года назад

Why is this guy extremely knowledgeable about pressure washers omg

@motleypixel 2 года назад

I don't know?

@Patronesofly Год назад

@Unbrokentommy lol you came here literally to write nothing

@NOLA476 Год назад

I'm equally as intimidated as I am captivated. I bought a rubber insulated metal clamp for the pressure hose (to keep it from getting melted) and a 45° connector to keep the hose from rubbing the wheel and now I'm thinking that it isn't enough pimping of the pressure washer.

@ts6640 Год назад

@@NOLA476 I don’t own this pressure washer but am seriously considering buying given how ‘pimpable’ it is

@SATXrattlesnake 3 месяца назад

He is just being cognizant

@admorison Год назад

Nice addition with the purge line for the soap inlet.

@mattp9932 Год назад

Not really needed. Just put water in the soap reservoir.

@randomdude3066 Год назад

Very good review. Because of this review, I might go with the Simpson 3200 instead.

@motleypixel Год назад

I'd say if you are going to use it at least once a week, then the additional $100 is worth the spend; otherwise it's completely up to the buyer. I use mine about once a month at most. Working just fine for me. The Simpson is a step up to this one, better pump as the most significant improvement. Thanks for watching/replying.

@ricknplano1401 Год назад

Excellent. thanks

@rosecroix2467 2 года назад

Nice adjustments, but how did it work for you?

@buzzingbugz88 5 месяцев назад

God man, keep it simple, went over my head. Made it more complex to buy. lol

@iamdeeLowens Год назад

Thanks for the review! Thinking of purchasing this machine but not if I have to do modifications to the unit. I need something that’s a good bang for the buck, simple to hook up and use. 😅

@flytechbass1979 Год назад

Buy It, you need to do all that.

@daddyice87870 7 месяцев назад

@@flytechbass1979 need, or don't need?

@dogg91702 Год назад

Informative vid boss thank you? What is a good reliable brand for washing cars and washing off my cement around the house? How much psi do you suggest? Thank you🍻

@tdotvy4579 Год назад

Tell you’re an engineer without telling me you’re an engineer

@motleypixel Год назад

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@nrgmagic Год назад

We just bought one of these 2 months ago and used it 4 times, the last of which we added soap. Soap did not flow through hose to connection barb. We removed brass barb to see if it was clogged. It wasn't. Replaced it and now the water flows backwards through barb, down hose and out the soap tank at pressure. We have no idea how to get it to operate as it did, soap or not. We tried to contact Westinghouse and have had NO reply to either phone calls or email in over a week. Did we do something to it by removing the "Detergent Hose Connection Barb"? It's just an open valve, no check valve inside. So, why did it respond this way? Did removing it affect the pump somehow? Was the soap not flowing to pump because of insufficient pressure, as you show in your vid, where you added the clamp? I am afraid Westinghouse is not going to help us. Is there any way to fix this? Thank you!

@user-nc1tw5gb8s 2 года назад

Man I just bought this and never had one, I'm kinda dumb when it comes to running one after a bad head injury and your video really helped me! May I hit you up if I have any questions?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Sure hit me up anytime man.

@illumon8 22 дня назад

I just learned that it is not recommended to use teflon tape or any inhibitor of a GHT washer. The reason GHT fitting leak is due to the washer not seating correctly due to teflon tape or other inhibitors preventing the seal. I took all the teflon tape off my ght fittings, out new rubber gaskets in the female ends and no more leaks

@ttvjackriot7734 2 года назад

Amazing review, first of all. Second, what is the threading of the pressure outlet going to the handheld wand? I want to add a downstream injector but don't know the size of the fittings.

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Try this for info: ohsospotless.com/pressure-washer-fittings/#:~:text=the%20threads%20differently.-,M22,o%2Dring%20to%20prevent%20leaks.

@ryanwood5583 Год назад

Hey Roy, what is under that black cap between the water inlet and the outlet for the wand, and should I keep the black cap on?

@motleypixel Год назад

That's the pump outlet pressure regulator. I'd leave that alone unless you want to burst your HP hose :)

@weldingjunkie 2 года назад

The garden hose was meant to go over the top near handle and into the inlet. Not sure if it’s a great idea but that’s technically the way it should connect like a loop over from left side over hub and don’t into connecting point. For the money you really can’t get a better machine for sure

@myohmy111 Год назад

Just a couple things that I would address/comment on. 1.) I was wondering about adding rubber pneumatic tires to make it more slip resistant on the concrete. 2.) It would be outstanding Roy id you gave part numbers for the add-ons (specifically the 3-way shutoff valve for the soap water flush).

@motleypixel Год назад

Thanks for stoppi9ng by Jed. What I recall doing is snipping about an inch off clear tubing that was already used, then going to one the the common Home stores and buying more and the valves. You could probably even determine the size and then buy valves with barbed fittings and small hose clamps on-line too. As for pneumatic tires, doubt that would keep the unit from creeping from vibration. Maybe some elaborate/expensive motor/pump floating mount to the chassis would help? :)

@myohmy111 Год назад

And, you could always just run water through the soap reservoir once your done too.

@kylebabcock5756 2 года назад

Great review. Followed suit on three way stopcock and valcro strap.. will look into doing hose mount too! Will bottom of frame (where u mounted it) rust because u drilled!?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Yes, if you leave it exposed and not covered with silicon RTV like I did. That being said, an owner could probably leave it bare and the rust would make the union/platform give way years and years after the actual pressure washer died.

@deerice6131 2 года назад

Hey Roy. Great video. I watched because I just bought this PW and I used it for about 10-15 minutes, turned it off, went to Lowe's and came back and tried to crank it again and it wouldn't crank. I've checked the air filter, it has new gas, new oil, switches are in right spot... U have any suggestions?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Did you get get it started again? When you were trying again did the pull cord pull output easily? I always relieve pump pressure by squeezing the wand trigger before every pull. All I can think of are the regular things, good clean gas, kill switche not in off, choke switch in choke only for a cold engine and first few pulls, spark plug coil boot seated. If it's not a turning over then it could be a faulty kill switch, bad ignition coil or wire. Check for spark if you know how. Hope you get it fixed.

@specialized29er86 2 года назад

Is the Westinghouse company the same one that makes the white goods and air conditioners?

@HuyNguyen-fc5ku 14 дней назад

Great video! I just got this the other day. Im not able to put on a quick disconnect for the high pressure hose because the handle is in the way. Would you recommend a 90 or 45 degree connection? Would that affect the pressure?

@motleypixel 14 дней назад

either would work, but I would still recommended a support bracket like what I fabricated. That inlet is cast AL, not very strong.

@HuyNguyen-fc5ku 14 дней назад

@@motleypixel you’re awesome! Thank you! I was scared with the high pressure and having the water diverted 90 degrees it would harm the motor.

@josesalgado6937 3 месяца назад

Once you’re done with the soap and done flushing it out with water do you leave both valves closed on your 3way valve while running the pressure washer ?

@motleypixel 3 месяца назад

I do but it's not necessary. Somehow it senses when the soap tip is used vs any of the pressure tips.

@sinthazise 2 года назад

I have a question i have the same one just bought it and was wondering how long should i have it running before i let go of the trigger and once i let it go how long should i wait till i start spraying again

@motleypixel 2 года назад

I would think you can have the pump running (spraying) until you run out of gas. I normally use it for a few mins, then let the trigger go for a short 5-10sec pause before continuing to spray.

@sinthazise 2 года назад

@@motleypixel thank you

@edgardomatos6923 3 месяца назад

I have the same pressure washer , just wondering what oil weight does it take ? I'm getting close to my first 5 hrs , oil looks clean . maybe one more job and I'll change it for sure . great video , I agreed works well . little confuse with the soap coming out my tank , I just really use water 💧

@motleypixel 3 месяца назад

Straight out of the user manual (maintenance section): lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AP1GczN6zkSanoezZ-UMEZff5vi55fqpMsAQ26QtrVd6stl5_QOvOMgF08ncORFTYn8PnaOnqDRBFs0joR-QWyCSuXppEnQOBeamvml3XPfEc1iytl1v3fvl=w2400

@altep8148 23 дня назад

I just both the same pressure washer from HD. I am wondering if I have a lemon or not but I am having issues starting the unit. After I run water through the high pressure hose I have al lot or resistance trying to pull the cord to start. I have to hold the trigger to let water flow freely through to release the resistance to start the unit. Is anyone having the same problem?

@motleypixel 23 дня назад

This is normal. What's not normal is the unit not starting. Ensure the start/stop switch is in Start/Run, ensure the spark plug wire/boot is firmly pushed in/seated onto the spark plug, ensure you have a good amount of good fuel (recommend ethanol free), ensure the gas knob is turned to the on position, ensure the choke is in the choke position. You have to pull the cord firmly and quickly and if it starts to run you have to quickly turn the choke off. If you are too slow doing this and the unit dies then you have to relive the pressure in the hose, keep the choke off this time, and pull the cord again. You can't pull the cord if the action of manually starting or engine starting and then dying occurs because it turns the positive displacement pump which builds up pressure in the hose. Good luck.

@francisconovoa3554 Год назад

I have one but no pressure after one year, I change the unloader valve check the nozzles no luck any ideas?

@motleypixel Год назад

Probably a bad pump?

@garyjacobs7342 Год назад

What size and type of spark plug wrench does this particular power washer take?

@motleypixel Год назад

13/16th inch spark plug socket. 3/8in drive with a 3/8 drive ratchet.

@paulOTW25 Год назад

I have this same model and after using it for 3 summers water started spraying out where the garden hose connects to the water inlet fitting. Upon closer inspection I realized the screen and gasket where the garden hose threads on were damaged. Do you know of anywhere i can buy this inlet fitting, or would i be better off trying to find a new gasket and screen? Its out of warranty now and Westinghouse told me they dont have the part, but they can sell me a whole new water pump.

@motleypixel Год назад

That's the deal with cheaper pressure washers, they ALL have the lowest end pumps on them and the are mostly throw-away. Sorry to hear, I figure with average home owner use and taking care of the unit one of these should last at least 8 years.

@mrreinark3388 2 года назад

I was thinking of getting a gas pressure washer when I have only used electric. I saw this one with 3400psi and 2.6gpm but I’ve also seen that Westinghouse has a lot of flaws, whereas I could get something that has crx engine or Honda engine that has been recommended by others, I just do not have a clue because the Westinghouse one costs 300 compared to the Honda one for 418

@motleypixel 2 года назад

To me it's more about general consumer pump vs commercial pump. For example, my previous pressure washer was a gas 2200psi Husky from Home Depot with a Briggs and Stratton engine. With faithful engine oil changes every year the engine outlasted two pumps. When the second pump finally died and I tried to find a new one it seems they are not made for that particular model any more so I went with yet another consumer grade gas engine/pump. I have full faith this pump will fail before any part of the gasoline 4 stroke engine. When you get into commercial pump/pressure washers the cost goes up 3-5X.

@michaelcampbell8265 Год назад

Westinghouse products in general are junk. Honda is the clear choice here.

@lmaxyl4337 Год назад

Hey guys, tried to use this washer today and mid way through it started burning with the smell of burnt oil or gas. What happened and what should I do to get it to run normally? Also, when it was running, it ran like a sprinkler then went into full drive and sprinkler and max and just kept going back and forth.

@motleypixel Год назад

Oh boy, that doesn't sound good. For the burning, I would check proper oil levels. Did any oil drop out on the ground? For the pressure acting like a sprinkler I would guess the pump has failed. If it's w/in warranty I would call the manufacture and file a warranty claim.

@kenthompson3730 7 месяцев назад

I’ll bet the burning was the hose coming into contact with the exhaust.

@mikeinpcola5543 Год назад

Nice upgrades! Let me ask, ever had any oil drip from bottom of motor? I have quite the puddle on my shed floor from a 2 year old unit with less than 5 hours run time.

@motleypixel Год назад

This unit? No. Other unites like it? Yes and every time it has been pump seals that had gone south. Is it a milky/frothy type of oil?

@mikeinpcola5543 Год назад

@@motleypixel It looks like clean oil, nothing else. Oil only has 5 hours on it, so that would make sense? Might be the seal between the pump and motor? Toward vey bottom?

@motleypixel Год назад

@@mikeinpcola5543 humm, well whatever is going on it's not good. Did you do the break-in oil change like it prescribes in the owner's manual? With only 5 hrs on it do you know if it's w/in 1yr of purchase? If so, then I'd call the manufacture and start that process with them.

@mikeinpcola5543 Год назад

@@motleypixel was going to do a break in oil change until I saw the oil leak. I've reached out to the manufacturer so we will see where this goes. Thanks Roy.

@ms.whinestambayan 7 дней назад

I have this pressure washer and used it quite a lot last year until the first part of Fall...Now that I am ready to use it again I am having trouble starting it.Any advice how to start my Westinghouse power washer ? I've tried some troubleshooting I found online but it still doesn't work.It started but it just a little bit and stop it won't even let me on the choke hold and it stops.

@motleypixel 7 дней назад

Have you been using ethanol-free gas? If not, then remove and rebuild carb and that will fix your issue.

@ms.whinestambayan 6 дней назад

@@motleypixelyes I am using ethanol free gas...it starts but when you move the choke to run position it stops

@motleypixel 6 дней назад

@@ms.whinestambayan okay well that's good because if any ethanol mix fuel used generally causes issues like this, esp. if a run of ethanol mix w/o running out the fuel in the carb and then stored over a season, that's a sure ticket to an issue like this. FWIW, I use only ethanol-free gas and I also run the carb dry by shutting off the gas lever and running the washer until it dies. What you are describing is very hall-mark to a "gunked" up carb as it needs more choke to pull fuel through the carb. If you can't figure it out, then I'd take it to a small engine repair shop to fix it.

@jimilee8979 2 года назад

Hi Roy, I just purchased this, Do you have a preference on the Garden hose (type) ? also 50' or 25' Thanks

@motleypixel 2 года назад

25' will give a slight amount more flow over time, so as the operating instructions suggest shorter the better. Thanks for watching.

@jimilee8979 2 года назад

@@motleypixel Thank you so much for your time and educational video's be well

@newton296 4 месяца назад

@@motleypixel I'm not an expert, but I can't imagine a longer garden hose creating additional resistance. It's water right ? It's going to flow. Look at how long the water pipes are from the city to your house.

@motleypixel 4 месяца назад

@@newton296 it doesn't create resistance but does reduce the flow rate (for example units of gpm). A positive displacement pump required a min flow rate else it could start pumping more than fluid aka air and cavitate which is a terrible situation and causes the pump to fail sooner (lowers life span). Here's the reality though, any hose up to 50ft you'll be fine with this pressure washer, but IMHO a 25ft hose is ideal, it will provide sufficient flow and keep your pump running its best. You can google it: www.google.com/search?q=does+length+of+water+hose+affect+flow+rate&rlz=1C1SQJL_enUS918US918&oq=does+length+of+water+hose+affect+flow+rate&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCjEwNTIwajBqMTWoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

@lowellwilliams2909 2 года назад

What psi power washer do I need to clean car rims - no touch?? Right now I’ve got a 1600 psi green works that doesn’t get it done without elbow grease…

@motleypixel 2 года назад

I use this 3200psi with pre-treated AL rims and it does 90%. Most of the time that's good enough, but if I want them to look 100% I still need to use a wash cloth.

@lowellwilliams2909 2 года назад

@@motleypixel What do you pre treat with? And what pressure washer do you have?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

@@lowellwilliams2909 I have this pressure washer and use Grease Lighting or Purple Degreaser.

@andrewbeach1685 Год назад

What's a "Shore Link" hose?

@motleypixel Год назад

IDK...maybe my southern drawl coming out? I may have said "short link" hose, aka use as short of a supply hose as possible. :)

@racerxyz8833 2 года назад

My wpx3200 ran fine until after about two hours of run time it has lost high pressure. It now discharges spray pressure just over a normal garden hose, any tips?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Yes, file a warranty claim if you purchase was new from authorized dealer and w/in warranty claim time period because it sounds like your pump has failed. Unless of course you are using the black nozzle :)

@weldingjunkie 2 года назад

Did you bleed the hose? Is it studdering?

@racerxyz8833 2 года назад

@@weldingjunkie it does seem to have intermittent air bursts as it sprays. I let it run for at least ten minutes hoping it would bleed out the air. Will a pocket of air get trapped in the impeller area and not come out?

@weldingjunkie 2 года назад

@@racerxyz8833 no it won’t be by itself I have to pull the trigger for about 10 seconds before you turn the water on. You must be turning the water on first when it happens it causes Air in the lines. What I do is I have somebody stand there and take the hose couple inches before the machine I pulled the trigger for about 10 seconds with no water and then I connect a hose up

@scottmerrill7418 2 года назад

Just bought this unit and noticed the water inlet connection did not have a screen where the hose connects. It did have a gasket with a white plastic piece that spins sticking out of it. Not sure if I need to add a screen or not

@motleypixel 2 года назад

If I remember correctly that white insert is the screen and I think you can pull it out to inspect with needle nose pliers. Yeah I would buy quality washer screens in the pressure washer section of Home Depot or Lowes. NOT the garden hose type.

@scottmerrill7418 2 года назад

@@motleypixel Thank you for answering my question. I was surprised know one has mentioned this in the reviews for this pressure washer. I just have never seen that before. Thanks again.

@austinstern3572 3 месяца назад

What is under that black nipple next to the pressure hose connect?

@motleypixel 3 месяца назад

Next to the gold anodized HP connect? The black plastic dome/cover at 2:18 ? That's the pressure adjust which I believe is spring loaded. I don't mess with those adjustments unless I had a pressure gauge and knew better on how to adjust.

@austinstern3572 3 месяца назад

@@motleypixel I feel as if white tip is still to harsh to use on vinyl siding to clean houses. Wondering if I could turn down the pressure to be more safe

@AppleTechPro870 Год назад

Should I buy this or Simpson GC190 Pressure washer with Honda engine?

@motleypixel Год назад

Use it everyday or in a commercial setting, buy the Simpson otherwise it's a call on your money.

@motleypixel Год назад

I feel 3200psi is a sweet spot for performance. Most all big box store brands at this PSI will be around the same quality. It's rare to have early engine problems as long as you follow the mfgs recommended break in procedure and use good quality ethanol free fuel. This particular model says to drain the crank case oil after the first several hours of use and add new and then change less frequently. The issue with ALL of these will be the pump...don't expect it to last like a commercial. Also the hose with this one is crap but with most of this level are crap too. Highly recommend a better quality HPH. Good luck.

@lonaphillips9617 Год назад

Bought this machine and after using it twice the hose to machine shredded. I had NOT put pressure on said hose. I feel it is a defective hose. I’ve notified the company for a replacement as it is a new machine!

@motleypixel Год назад

Agree the stock HP hose isn't that great. That being said, did you by any chance have it contact any hot surface on the engine?

@lonaphillips9617 Год назад

@@motleypixel No it did not get on the engine. It was the most aggravating twisted hose. It did not matter if water was on or if pressure was in the hose. It was a pain!

@motleypixel Год назад

@@lonaphillips9617 well I hope the company takes care of you and sends a replacement. One thing's for sure, HP hoses are far different from ordinary garden hoses. They are VERY stiff by design. You have to slowly untwist them by walking it out and turning in one direction.

@lonaphillips9617 Год назад

Westinghouse has not even bothered to reply to my email! Sorry customer service.

@motleypixel Год назад

@@lonaphillips9617 did you call them? I wouldn't hold my breath for a miracle on email alone. If you call them, provide your proof of purchase (receipt) w/in 1 yr. and there's a clear manufacture failure of the part, then they will take care of you.

@user-sk9lu9ou5y 2 месяца назад

I bought a brand new electric one, never had pressure. I worked on it, read the book, drove myself nuts. I'm a retired mechanic and I couldn't fix the thing. I ain't the type to take things back to the store.

@motleypixel 2 месяца назад

Sorry to hear that. A few thought: 1. This is a 4 cycle gasoline engine driven positive displacement pump built in the form of a residential 3200psi pressure washer. 2. Your pressure washer is electric and as such are much different in design. 3. Most electric pressure washers are often at lower psi as well. 4. Regardless of your normal behaviors I would certainly return it to the store. Good luck.

@parksnrecsdetailing 2 года назад

I have the same exact one. How do you lower the psi, if I'm washing a car? 3200 is too strong and will damage the paint

@motleypixel 2 года назад

There's an adjustment under the large black plastic cover but I wouldn't adjust it. You use the 3200psi washer as it's designed, use a wider spread nozzle and don't put the tip of the nozzle close to your work that's being cleaned. Buy an1800psi electric and one day you'll wish you had that 3200psi for blasting off old paint from a trailer etc.

@parksnrecsdetailing 2 года назад

@@motleypixel Thanks for the input! Appreciate it!!

@cameronsouthern7500 2 года назад

@@parksnrecsdetailing he’s right^ I went with the electric route just getting started and now I’m wanting to do some cleaning up around the house and wishing I had more power… probably make a lowes trip in the morning haha

@rod5390 2 года назад

@@motleypixel all of a sudden mine has low power. Hose and nozzles are good, now I’m trying to figure out how to increase the pressure.

@Busydadgarage717 2 года назад

The soap tip that comes with the pressure washer is designed to reduce the overall pressure and increase the flow of water for washing a car and lighter jobs. You can use the soap tip without soap for rinsing at lower pressure.

@tongvang724 Год назад

What about the 3400? Is it better than the 3200?

@motleypixel Год назад

Sorry, wouldn't know...I would put a commercial grade pump at 3000psi far far ahead of this non commercial 3200psi pump though.

@Jabruzar 2 года назад

Bought the same one last year and have blown 4 different water hoses due to back pressure from the unit.

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Just to confirm, "water hose" = the supply garden hose? I have a spigot pressure gage, now I will fabricate a tee and tap in the pressure guage. My supply head/pressure is normally 55psi, I will check. I've used mine with a short 25' hose w/o issue now about the 12th time. Thanks for the reply.

@Jabruzar 2 года назад

@@motleypixel Yeah, it’s the supply line (garden hose). The first two hoses that burst; I just figured the hoses were worn out. The last two hoses were new, rubber reinforced commercial grade hoses. 1st one burst the first time I used it and the second lasted maybe 5 uses before meeting the same fate. I actually reached out to the manufacturer and was basically advised that they felt my water pressure coming from the spigot was too high and that I needed to test the source pressure. Water pressure in my area is notoriously hot. It’s a known fact but I only bust hoses when connected to the pressure washer. I may try a shorter hose and see how that works (shorter is cheaper anyways).

@motleypixel 2 года назад

@@Jabruzar one other think I noticed on my unit is that the thermal relief valve on my typically has a good drip going most of the time. Does yours bleed by any?

@Jabruzar 2 года назад

@@motleypixel it’s very sporadic and when it relieves; it’s a gush of water (high pressure). I just can’t figure out a way to adjust how much it relieves. From my understanding other brands have a valve control that can be adjusted. I just haven’t figured out a way to do that with this unit.

@motleypixel 2 года назад

@@Jabruzar 4:02, try taking that black plastic discharge diverter off and see if there's some sort of adjustment screw head inside the thermal relief vlv? Maybe see if Westinghouse would send you a new one?

@4thquarterpressure193 Год назад

Are you supposed to be able to see the screen on water inlet ?? I don’t see it

@motleypixel Год назад

no, you have to remove it to see it, the screen faces inwards

@4thquarterpressure193 Год назад

I just un boxed mines …Ok so I would have to take the water inlet apart to see the screen

@blakewolfe3726 2 года назад

Hey, quick question. Can you put a surface cleaner on this? If so, will it be strong enough to surface clean a cement driveway?

@blakewolfe3726 2 года назад

And what type of surface cleaner would be compatible?

@motleypixel 2 года назад

@@blakewolfe3726 you can put any cleaner designed for pressure washers in the soap tank per the manufacture's mixing instructions. It's not a very big soap tank, might hold a gallon tops.

@ray32825 2 года назад

@@blakewolfe3726 Most surface cleaners indicate whether they are for a weaker electric washer or for a gas units. Most units around 12-15" work fine with 2500- 4000 psi. The Simpson, Yamaha, Karcher, EDOU and Briggs & Stratton model are quite popular. I have a 15" Surfacemaxx Pro from Lowe's, but if I wanted a lighter plastic unit without wheels, I would get the Karcher universal 15" from Amazon.

@EvilMP5 Год назад

Mine blew the damn gasket and all the oil poured out in the first hour of use. It is a really good pressure washer for the money. The company sent me a new gasket to install myself, the concern is I wonder if its going to blow this new gasket again. The gasket should be like a felpro unlike the straight paper gasket the manufacturer uses.

@motleypixel Год назад

Can you describe in more detail this gasket, where it's located etc? Thank you.

@richardaquino1640 11 месяцев назад

I just bought this washer I think I’m going to take it back , what would be a better model…

@motleypixel 11 месяцев назад

@@richardaquino1640 it would help if you told us what didn't work for you on this model?

@richardaquino1640 11 месяцев назад

@@motleypixel I don’t have time to modify a pressure washer, this video makes it sound like I just bought a brand new model but I have to make modifications to it and o don’t have time. When I buy something I would expect it to work out of the box….

@motleypixel 11 месяцев назад

@@richardaquino1640 it does work right out of the box; in fact, I'd wager that 999 of every 1000 units sold work right out of the box. The purpose of this video is to highlight the low-lights of this unit...but if you can't afford any shortcomings in a pressure washer then I'd recommend a commercial engine and pump which typically start out at $1000 and higher. Good luck.

@ddbrocato 4 месяца назад

Did not know Nick Saban had a RU-vid channel.

@motleypixel 4 месяца назад

What, do I sound like him?

@ddbrocato 4 месяца назад

@@motleypixel 100%. I thought it was him 🤣

@motleypixel 4 месяца назад

@@ddbrocato ha, well maybe this explains when at times (don' play much anymore) I hop on a multiplayer gaming platform and others say I sound like someone but they couldn't put their tongue on who.

@jaycole3768 2 года назад

It's almost identical to to the powerhorse pressure washer

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Agree.

@user-nc1tw5gb8s 2 года назад

Could put a sand bag over one wheel to keep from moving.........

@jimilee8979 2 года назад

I have added two rubber feets ......... spread out.... it helps folks I know feets.....😁

@flytechbass1979 Год назад

The hose that comes with it is junk, pick up a UBERFLEX™ Kink Resistant Pressure Washer Hose

@motleypixel Год назад

Agree...just keep using my stock one until it's bad, then I'll buy a better one.

@tomgreen1721 2 года назад

No offence but this really wasn't a review on the pressure washer but more hey look at what mods I have done

@motleypixel 2 года назад

Fair enough, I suppose I could have waited a full year after 50 uses to say either it still works or doesn't. Either way, the shortcomings are certainly good to know, how you address them, or not, is up to you.

@jamesfreeling426 2 года назад

I actually think it was a review - and the best that I have seen. He showed the lowlights of the unit, the gotchas that I would have otherwise discovered the hard way. He pointed out the differences in metals and even the threading on some parts - NONE of the other reviews did this, as far as I could tell. But overall he gave the unit a thumbs up.

@1052usmc 7 месяцев назад

Let get this straight, you have to use a short hose to get good results? Lol

@motleypixel 7 месяцев назад

No, if you don't though your pump may not last as long.

@1052usmc 7 месяцев назад

Cmon my guy. I’ve had the same pump for 15 years. Stop bs people

@motleypixel 7 месяцев назад

@@1052usmc No bull-shitting here, it's common sense operating knowledge. Any pump engineer would tell you for a positive displacement hydraulic pump the lower flow head you supply the harder it is for the pump to do what it's designed to do. It is in line with a common warning in most pressure washer user manuals and in this user manual, running the pump w/o supply water will damage the seals and cause premature failure. So "Comon" man, don't bullshit a former USN Nuke, these are basic fluid flow dynamic principals. I wager the bullshit is more on your end with either using a 50ft 5/8" dia hose or shorter (probably provides roughly 20gpm) or you just don't use the damn thing that much. Page 11: cdn.westinghouseoutdoorpower.com/owners_manuals/WPX2700_WPX3200_manual_web.pdf

@1052usmc 7 месяцев назад

Lmao, yeah ok my guy. You’re talking nonsense now. By the way I’m an engineer

@zoghunter82318 8 месяцев назад

It cheap homedepot Chinese rip off garbage. This dude is clearly the dude on amazon that was crying about the hose being near the tire. lol

@motleypixel 8 месяцев назад

Nope, not that person on amazon; therefore, I'm not some crying dude. That being said, you seem sad and agitated based on your comment. Possibly crying about Chinese garbage?

@dB-uv7wp 4 месяца назад

Unreliable

@motleypixel 4 месяца назад

What's unreliable and why? I'm still using mine with the stock hose and it's going strong. I probably use it 2-3 times a month for about 30mins to 1.5hrs.