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    Question about pressure washers

    Hi

    I got my Sunjoe SPX3001 2 days ago and wow having a pressure washer is so fun. Haven't even washed my car yet and it's like a toy hahaha.

    Now I was wondering since the stock gun doesn't like have a swivel on it. I don't know a whole lot about pressure washers so do I need to look for like a M22 swivel connector? I just want to have a rotating point between the gun and the pressure washer hose.

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    You will need three fittings to accomplish this. SunJoe uses a non-standard sized M22 fitting (m22/15mm) which cannot be found at a local store. Trust me, Ive spent more time figuring out fittings and adapters for my custom setup than id like to admit.

    First fitting would thread into the SunJoe hose end (towards the spray gun):

    15 mm M22 (non Standard) x 3/8 NPT Adaptor Pressure Washer Gun M22 ,15mm Bore | eBay

    Second you will need a swivel. MTM hydro makes a very high quality swivel (brass or SS):

    AG Live Swivel - MTM Hydro Parts

    Third, would be a fitting to go from the MTM swivel back to your SunJoe spray gun:

    M22 - 15mm Twist Connect x 38 NPT Female Non (Standard M22 Connector) | eBay



    To be honest your probably better off just buying an entire new spray gun assembly with an integrated swivel. Matt at Obsessed Garage sells complete solutions and even the SunJoe adapter. Granted they cost almost as much as the SunJoe itself.

    This is the package i went with. Having a built in swivel is probably the best feature behind everything being quick connected:

    Complete MTM Swiveling Sprayer & Wand Solution - Obsessed Garage
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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    Quote Originally Posted by ShinyGC View Post
    You will need three fittings to accomplish this. SunJoe uses a non-standard sized M22 fitting (m22/15mm) which cannot be found at a local store. Trust me, Ive spent more time figuring out fittings and adapters for my custom setup than id like to admit.

    First fitting would thread into the SunJoe hose end (towards the spray gun):

    15 mm M22 (non Standard) x 3/8 NPT Adaptor Pressure Washer Gun M22 ,15mm Bore | eBay

    Second you will need a swivel. MTM hydro makes a very high quality swivel (brass or SS):

    AG Live Swivel - MTM Hydro Parts

    Third, would be a fitting to go from the MTM swivel back to your SunJoe spray gun:

    M22 - 15mm Twist Connect x 38 NPT Female Non (Standard M22 Connector) | eBay

    To be honest your probably better off just buying an entire new spray gun assembly with an integrated swivel. Matt at Obsessed Garage sells complete solutions and even the SunJoe adapter. Granted they cost almost as much as the SunJoe itself.

    This is the package i went with. Having a built in swivel is probably the best feature behind everything being quick connected.

    Complete MTM Swiveling Sprayer & Wand Solution - Obsessed Garage
    Here's what I used; once you screw the MTM 14mm to 15mm adapter into the SunJoe stock hose, you can use standard fittings after that. This is using a MTM Snub gun (with standard fittings) as opposed to SunJoe gun.

    14 to 15 adapter circled in red.





    Couple of ways to skin this cat, this worked best with what I had on hand.

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    From what i read he wants to keep everything stock except for wanting to add a swivel.

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    Ahhh...then "Welcome to the wonderful world of SunJoe...numerous adapters in aisle 3"

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    Power Washer fitting are a pita. I bought a new gun for my AR 390ss just to find out it was not compatible with my AR. I’ve just about given up trying to figure out finding a gun that fits correctly. I just hate having my foam gun at the end of my lance. It’s just so off balance.

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    Hmm well thanks hguys I guess I'll just deal without one.

    I thought of maybe returning it and get a Karcher K2000, 30$ cheaper at Costco but the GPM is 1.3 compared to Sunjoe's 1.72 so I'm not sure if it's a wise choice?

    Anyone can provide input on this?

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    my method would cost you roughly $40-50... so why deal without one if the cost is so little?

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    Quote Originally Posted by ShinyGC View Post
    my method would cost you roughly $40-50... so why deal without one if the cost is so little?
    Because I'm in Canada so double the cost and that's how much it's gonna cost me.

    I'll be able to save money + pay less for a swivel.

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    Re: Question about pressure washers

    that sucks! oh well, i tired.

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