Choosing a pressure washer

[InTheBuff]

Got the OK from SWMBO that a pressure washer is in my future. Now I need to pick one. Are there any good basic primers on what psi / gpm should be considered a minimum when getting one of these units?

Gas/electric?

Type/design of pump?

Anything to avoid?

It's confusing. I just want to get a reliable unit that I can have for car detailing, and maybe use for some other jobs around the house (patio furniture, etc...)

Thanks in advance for your replies.

[oldmodman]

See this thread.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/25796-pressure-washer-foam-cannon-hp.html

But to actually answer your question. For most people an electric washer is enough. Unless you are in an area with no electrical power you will not need a gas washer. The main reason for a gas powered washer is the higher pressure, and if you are using it on a car you don't want the higher pressure anyway.

If you have a Costco near you look at the Snap On electric washer they are selling. It should be enough for you. And read what I had to say about it on the thread I sent you to.