What electric pressure washer do you use?

[tianh]

Any of you guys have a good recommendation for a good electric pressure washer? Looking for one that is reliable and does not leak water like my other one! -_____-

[jhallhall]

I picked up a Cleanforce 1,800 psi 1.6 GPM Axial Cam Electric Heavy-Duty Pressure Washer from homedepot. I have not had any problems with it nor any leaks. I was a little scared of buying it though because of the reviews but if you know how to use it and take car of it, it will last and work great.

[CleanGene]

I have two Karchers, both of which are serving me well.

[heynicebits]

For car detailing size and power aren't too much of an issue. There are some things to take into consideration

gas/electric - its personal preference at this level
motor type - induction if choosing electric.

I would also try to stay away from non-standard tips and guns that come with the really low end machines. They can be problematic if you want to pick up a foam lance later down the road.

Good luck :D

[Marc Hufnagel]

I picked up a 3800 PSI 3.0gpm Cat brand w/ Cat pump. It's 155 lbs and I think I've bit off more than I can chew with it - I can't load it in the truck without a strong helper. Awesome machine w/ Yamaha MZ300 engine, 50ft hose, 5 tips, adjustable pressure. Works awesome though with a foam cannon :D I got it for almost 50% off at Home Depot due to (2) failed Ridgid units within a week and dealt with the store manager.

Anyone want to buy it in the Southern Illinois area? No shipping LOL.

http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/8248/b7097f7e0a6c4a3ba754087.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/705/b7097f7e0a6c4a3ba754087.jpg/)

[AeroCleanse]

I picked up a Greenworks (I think) from Lowes. So far so good.

[tianh]

I have two Karchers, both of which are serving me well.

And which karcher models are that?

[tianh]

what do you guys think of this unit?

Shop Greenworks 1700 PSI 1.4 GPM Electric Pressure Washer at Lowes.com (http://www.lowes.com/pd_336396-53393-51012_4294801383_4294937087_?productId=3295400&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity _sold|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Electric%2BPressure%2BWashers_429 4801383_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_n br|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=)

[cutter]

I use a Karcher gas powered with a Honda 5.5 hp engine...I followed your link and read the reviews a Lowe's and it seems to be a good unit. I think it had one really negative review and they may have just gotten a bad unit to begin with.

[MCA]

I am extremely happy with my AR North America AR383 pressure washer. I have noticed that the price fluctuates very frequently.

Amazon - AR383 Link (http://www.amazon.com/AR-North-America-AR383-Electric/dp/B002Z8E52Y)

Pressure Washers Direct - AR383 Link (http://www.pressurewashersdirect.com/AR-AR383-Pressure-Washer/p2747.html)

Positives:
- Solid Build Quality
- Metal Fittings and Motor
- Strong Spray Performance - Hard to quantify this as I had a 1600 psi Karcher that lasted 4 years, but the AR383 has a much stronger spray (appears to be much higher than the 300 psi difference between the two washers)
- Includes a soap cannon - It is advertised as a 'foam cannon' but it shoots out more suds than foam

Negatives (minor):
- The lance hose is thin and will kink
- This is probably true for most pressure washers, but the garden hose inlet is setup as male. You will have to purchase a coupler if you want to use a quick-connect plug. One plastic mini-quick connect plug and adapter comes with the unit but it is not compatible with the high flow brass quick connects that most of us probably use.

[muahman]

what do you guys think of this unit?

Shop Greenworks 1700 PSI 1.4 GPM Electric Pressure Washer at Lowes.com (http://www.lowes.com/pd_336396-53393-51012_4294801383_4294937087_?productId=3295400&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity _sold|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Electric%2BPressure%2BWashers_429 4801383_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_n br|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=)

I just bought this one today @ Lowes with their foam gun. $169.00. It had 33 reviews and most of them were positive. I will be trying out tonight.

[CrownKote]

I just bought this one today @ Lowes with their foam gun. $169.00. It had 33 reviews and most of them were positive. I will be trying out tonight.

This is the one I have been looking at for a few weeks... I need some more positive reviews before I jump...

[AeroCleanse]

what do you guys think of this unit?

Shop Greenworks 1700 PSI 1.4 GPM Electric Pressure Washer at Lowes.com (http://www.lowes.com/pd_336396-53393-51012_4294801383_4294937087_?productId=3295400&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity _sold|1&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_Electric%2BPressure%2BWashers_429 4801383_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_prd_lis_ord_n br|0||p_product_quantity_sold|1&facetInfo=)

I have the smaller version of that, works great.

[oldmodman]

I don't care what electric pressure washer I have, as long as I got it at Costco.

Every inexpensive electric pressure washer I have ever bought has started leaking within a couple of years.

And Costco warranties them for life. As soon as they start to leak I box it back up and get my money back. Then buy another electric one. Whatever they happen to have at that time.
I have had Karcher, Snap-On, Powermate, and they all leak after a year or two. I suspect it's just the common design that they all use.

If you do get one at Costco you MUST save the box, packing materials and the receipt.

[tianh]

Bought the greenworks 1700 PSI today and tried it out. it WORKS amazing. So much better and tider for storage than my AR383 as well. And the AR383 is no joke either.

any of you guys on the fence i suggest you buy it its amazing. I can do a video or some pics to if need be.