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TarJak
10-13-10, 08:42 PM
Need to get one to clean gunk off concrete and general washing around the house. Know nothing about them so if anyone has any ideas on what to get let me know.
TLAM Strike
10-13-10, 09:02 PM
Drink a couple of the giant Australian beers we have heard so much about, you will find one between your legs a few hours later... :03:
FIREWALL
10-13-10, 09:05 PM
Drink a couple of the giant Australian beers we have heard so much about, you will find one between your legs a few hours later... :03:

I think it's more about the Nozzle than, about the Hose. :haha:

Seriously here...http://www.amazon.com/Bon-Aire-Original-Ultimate-Nozzle-Aluminum/dp/B0001L0DFA
TarJak
10-13-10, 10:34 PM
Drink a couple of the giant Australian beers we have heard so much about, you will find one between your legs a few hours later... :03:LOL I've tried that and unfortunately the time it takes to refill is the problem. The aim also gets worse the more I drink.

I think it's more about the Nozzle than, about the Hose. :haha:

Seriously here...http://www.amazon.com/Bon-Aire-Original-Ultimate-Nozzle-Aluminum/dp/B0001L0DFAThe nozzle is an interesting idea but I doubt our water pressure is going to do the job even with that on.
I'm thinking more along these lines. http://www.karcher.com.au/aus/Products/Home__Garden/Pressure_washers/Entry_class.htm

http://www.gerni.com.au/Products/PressureWashers/ConsumerPressureWashers.aspx
FIREWALL
10-13-10, 10:41 PM
OK. :yep: You want a pressure washer. I bought one simular 3500 psi with steam option. They work good and come in handy for alot of jobs around the homestead. :DL

Wise purchase :up:
TarJak
10-13-10, 10:47 PM
Yep but there is a huge array of them and what works best for what?
FIREWALL
10-13-10, 10:56 PM
I went kinda overkill with the 3500 psi. 1500-2500 psi is fine for home use..

I would recommend one with the steam option.

I'm not familiar with the brands on your link. I bought a Craftmans at Sears.

A well built one in the $200.00 range should have a 2-3 yr warranty.
Betonov
10-14-10, 04:08 AM
we have a pressure washer around the house, cant imagine cleaning the car without it... oh wait, I can, it broke down during the summer. Buy it, it's usefull
TarJak
10-14-10, 04:11 AM
I know its useful that's why I want to buy one. Which one do I buy?:06:
Herr-Berbunch
10-14-10, 04:25 AM
I bought a relatively cheap one and instantly wished I'd spent the extra on a Karcher - you do pay for the quality.
TarJak
10-14-10, 04:27 AM
What is the difference between the Karcher models?
Jimbuna
10-14-10, 05:35 AM
This one is what I've used for a couple of years now and is used to wash the concrete patio, timber decking, car etc:

http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.206-0853.aspx
Herr-Berbunch
10-14-10, 05:55 AM
I guess the bigger the numbers the more pressure? (and the more expensive!)
Jimbuna
10-14-10, 08:40 AM
I guess the bigger the numbers the more pressure? (and the more expensive!)

Nah....just wait for the regular sales at B&Q etc.

The more expensive models don't tend to sell and benefit from bigger reductions :DL

I picked mine up for £110
TarJak
10-14-10, 08:08 PM
This one is what I've used for a couple of years now and is used to wash the concrete patio, timber decking, car etc:

http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.206-0853.aspx
They don't look like they do that model over here and this is the closest one I can find to that spec in the local catalogue: http://www.karcher.com.au/aus/Products/Home__Garden/Pressure_washers/Medium_class/16364230.htm

I'll price it up and see what they are charging for them.
Jimbuna
10-15-10, 11:05 AM
They don't look like they do that model over here and this is the closest one I can find to that spec in the local catalogue: http://www.karcher.com.au/aus/Products/Home__Garden/Pressure_washers/Medium_class/16364230.htm

I'll price it up and see what they are charging for them.

If your after patio/car cleaning etc. the lower models will suffice because they all have a pretty good water pressure rating.
August
10-15-10, 12:10 PM
If your after patio/car cleaning etc. the lower models will suffice because they all have a pretty good water pressure rating.

Oh yeah there is such a thing as too much pressure. The last thing you want is to strip the paint off!
Jimbuna
10-15-10, 01:39 PM
Oh yeah there is such a thing as too much pressure. The last thing you want is to strip the paint off!


Rgr that....I usually change over to the low pressure lance for use on the car.

How embarrassing would that be? driving into a paint garage and telling them you've stripped the paint off your vehicle :oops: