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Pressure washing experts?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:09 pm
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:09 pm
Simpson PS3228-S PowerShot 3200 PSI 2.8 GPM Honda GX200 Engine Gas Pressure Washer
vs.
YAMAHA 3000 PSI 2.8 GPM Pre
For residential use. Gas only. Prefer horizontal shaft engine as opposed to vertical shaft engine. Plan to use surface attachment. I've read that CAT and General are the pumps to consider. GPI is more important than PSI.
Between these two, is the Yahama worth the price difference? Or do you have a brand I should consider?
This post was edited on 2/21/16 at 12:39 pm
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Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:29 pm to Will Cover
I have the Simpson, definitely choose it with the Honda moror.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:33 pm to Will Cover
Not an expert,on pressure washers,but I have owned a couple of them.
I guess you mean horizontal shaft engine,but anyway, The Yamaha is completely built by Yamaha,and has their name on it,which means there is probably a dealer/service dept. within 5 miles of your house.
The other one has a Honda engine,and that's great,but it is actually put together by some other company,without local dealers.Chances are,if you have a problem,it won't be with the Honda engine.
If you are going to use it a lot, I would probably go with the Yamaha.
I guess you mean horizontal shaft engine,but anyway, The Yamaha is completely built by Yamaha,and has their name on it,which means there is probably a dealer/service dept. within 5 miles of your house.
The other one has a Honda engine,and that's great,but it is actually put together by some other company,without local dealers.Chances are,if you have a problem,it won't be with the Honda engine.
If you are going to use it a lot, I would probably go with the Yamaha.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:35 pm to Will Cover
I haven't ever heard of those AAA pumps, and there isn't jack shite about them on the internet. Good or bad, who knows?
Ideally, you'd run a GX200 with an AR, CAT, or General pump. Probably most common setup for homeowners who get good pressure washers. Industry uses what's called "cleaning units" now to measure the ability of a pressure washer because both flow and pressure matter.
Look around at pressure washers direct. They'll usually give you a free hose and wand if you buy a new pressure washer
Ideally, you'd run a GX200 with an AR, CAT, or General pump. Probably most common setup for homeowners who get good pressure washers. Industry uses what's called "cleaning units" now to measure the ability of a pressure washer because both flow and pressure matter.
Look around at pressure washers direct. They'll usually give you a free hose and wand if you buy a new pressure washer
quote:Built in AR in the same place as Dewalt ones
The other one has a Honda engine,and that's great,but it is actually put together by some other company,without local dealers
This post was edited on 2/21/16 at 12:39 pm
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:37 pm to Will Cover
If you're not starting a pressure washing business, both of those are way more machine than you need for simple, residential use.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:37 pm to Bucktail1
The Honda motors are great,but so are The Yamahas.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:38 pm to Will Cover
The honda is the best engine IMO but the actual pump on the model you linked is garbage.
What you need is a Honda motor with a Cat pump.
What you need is a Honda motor with a Cat pump.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:38 pm to Bucktail1
I've read that some Simpson buyers have had a difficult time claiming warranty work through the manufacturer, if purchased online. Have you had to file any warranty work?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:40 pm to MoreOrLes
quote:
The honda is the best engine IMO but the actual pump on the model you linked is garbage.
What you need is a Honda motor with a Cat pump.
Good to know. Do you have a brand recommendation that fits this criteria?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:41 pm to MoreOrLes
quote:I wasn't able to find anything substantial about the AAA pumps. Naturally having a "powerboost" feature makes me suspicious, but I couldn't find anything else out
The honda is the best engine IMO but the actual pump on the model you linked is garbage.
OP needs a GX390 and an Udor pump
Will, look at pressure washers direct
This post was edited on 2/21/16 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:41 pm to auggie
quote:
The Yamaha is completely built by Yamaha,and has their name on it,which means there is probably a dealer/service dept. within 5 miles of your house.
What are your thoughts on the Yamaha I linked above? Are there any "downsides" to this model?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:42 pm to Hammertime
quote:
I haven't ever heard of those AAA pumps, and there isn't jack shite about them on the internet. Good or bad, who knows?
Yamaha uses this:
quote:
Durable, Brass Pump by Cat Pumps®: A leader in quality pressure washer pumps
One of the better ones, right?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:44 pm to Will Cover
Yes. CAT, general, and AR are very good pumps. Just change the oil and seals, keep the filter clean, and they'll last a really long time
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:46 pm to Will Cover
quote:
What are your thoughts on the Yamaha I linked above?
Like I said, I am no expert on pressure washers,but I have owned Yamaha 4 wheelers,and outboards, I trust the name,and the whole unit has Yamaha on it.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:46 pm to Hammertime
What are your thoughts on the Yamaha engine (and brand, in general)?
For the link provided above, is engine shaft considered horizontal or vertical? I can't find any details in their specifications and the pictures that I am looking at aren't too detailed.
For the link provided above, is engine shaft considered horizontal or vertical? I can't find any details in their specifications and the pictures that I am looking at aren't too detailed.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:47 pm to auggie
quote:
Like I said, I am no expert on pressure washers,but I have owned Yamaha 4 wheelers,and outboards, I trust the name,and the whole unit has Yamaha on it.
Appreciate your feedback. See question above about engine shaft.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:48 pm to Will Cover
quote:
Good to know. Do you have a brand recommendation that fits this criteria?
I have 2 Pressure washers
1 is a large Briggs Vangaurd with a Cat Pump (4000 psi). Good machine
The smaller is a Rigid Brand from Home depot. Its got a Honda motor and a Cat pump. I think its 3000 psi.
Further, I don't think this will matter for the size washer you are looking at but PSI is not the only factor. VOLUME of water is another factor. My 4000 psi is a commercial unit and the volume rating is a good bit more.
This post was edited on 2/21/16 at 12:49 pm
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:49 pm to MoreOrLes
quote:
VOLUME of water is another factor. My 4000 psi is a commercial unit and the volume rating is a good bit more.
This is measured by GPM, correct?
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:50 pm to Will Cover
That is Horizontal shaft. definitely the way to go,the vertical shaft ones are usually junk.
Posted on 2/21/16 at 12:51 pm to auggie
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