Pump brand choice/experience

pressureman

New Member
Hi guys,
im new to the world of pressure washing but i am very keen to learn (and get started of course).
I am not a commercial business (nor am i thinking off starting up a commercial business) but i would like to have a pressure washer for me and my families/friends use.

I have come to this forum hoping to gain some advice, because finding a specialised pressure washing business (sales) in Australia is like finding a needle in a haystack.

I am knowledgeable in gas engines and have managed to pick up an old pressure washer with a double belt driven FAIP pump (volumex tk-15) and an old 11hp gx340 honda engine. Now, i believe the pump is well past its use by date but the engine (this one is old, made in japan) runs beautifully after a carbie rebuild and an oil change.

The FAIP pump runs at 1450rpm and DOES work but i believe i cannot find any kits for it so i am considering buying a new pump and accessories. The pump itself seems to have started corroding inside (judging by the return from the unloader and the outlet as well as the pressure gauge port looking black???) and the unloader and pressure gauge leak/do not function correctly.
So basically, i have a great motor, but nothing else!

I am therefore looking for opinions/advice on where to go from here. I would use the pressure washer for simple residential jobs (pavement, car etc)

I am looking at a few options in terms of pumps:
AR PUMP "RK 1450 rpm N Version" (model SLPRK15.28HN-302)
COMET PUMP (model HW3540S) (comes with the unloader valve)
GENERAL PUMP (model TS1021) (this pumps rpm is lower (1125)than my current FAIP pump)
I am not clued up on the reliability of each of these pumps (though i have read on these forums that the AR and General pumps are quite good) so i am really looking forward to some opinions in terms of brands/choice. (also, if i have missed a manufacturer/model that may be better please let me know).

i will also be buying the associated unloader valve, pressure gauge and would also like to include a thermal relief valve. (hoses etc will also need to be bought) so opinions on brands to look out for would be great! (i will be importing all of these in from America because selection in Australia is next to nill, its either the crappy karcher and gernie electric vacuum cleaner looking units or a premade pressure kit out that offers little customisation).

am i completely mad or am i heading in the right direction?
 

Mark

Moderator / Sponsor
Yes I can arrange to have a pump shipped to Australia.

Sen me an e-mail with the model of pump, and any extras
such as unloaders, nozzles etc.

I will work you up a delivered price quote.:cool:


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pressureman

New Member
thanks mark give me some time to figure out everything i need [spaz] i should get back to you within a day. like i said, i basically have a motor, pulley (24mm) and a trigger, so hoses unloaders etc will all be needed.
 

pressureman

New Member
Hi Mark,
I have sent an email over to you with what i think i need. As i am fairly new to these things i have had a few questions, hope you dont mind :p

looking forward to hearing from you.
 

pressureman

New Member
Hi Mark,

just wondering if you have received my email?

just inquiring as i have not heard from you yet.

regards,
P.Matic
 

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