# Latest **URL:** https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/latest.md?page=1 [Latest](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/latest.md) · [Categories](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/categories.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Ball valve setup](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/ball-valve-setup/40409)
**Author:** [@Bran](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Bran)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 5:46pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/ball-valve-setup/40409 "2026-09-06T17:46:49Z")
Im about to buy a quality ball valve but i need some advice. Ive read the debate on how to set them up, male at the end nice for rinsing female at the end so if the o ring fails it blows away from you. Ive also seen on y… --- ## [Siamese Pressure washers 1 unloader](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/siamese-pressure-washers-1-unloader/38238)
**Author:** [@baldwin30](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/baldwin30)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 12:22am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/siamese-pressure-washers-1-unloader/38238 "2026-09-05T00:22:26Z")
Hi everyone, Starting this season I’ve decided to run two 4.5 GPM pumps together with a Siamese kit (Same pumps, Engines and unloaders). One pump I ran last season, rebuilt this spring however its not running as much PS… --- ## [Bedslide Skid installed](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/bedslide-skid-installed/33073)
**Author:** [@DantheWindowMan](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/DantheWindowMan)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 11:37pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/bedslide-skid-installed/33073 "2026-09-02T23:37:35Z")
Got everything mounted on my new bedslide, huge back saver, no more climbing in and out of the truck and reeling in is so much easier. --- ## [Removing injector on a 4gpm](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/removing-injector-on-a-4gpm/30448)
**Author:** [@Nickski](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Nickski)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 3:31pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/removing-injector-on-a-4gpm/30448 "2026-09-02T15:31:34Z")
Since I don’t use it and never will, would I get more flow of I remove this injector, or is it not even worth messing with? It’s on a 4/4200 machine. --- ## [Pressure washers with water tanks (medium size/capability?)](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/pressure-washers-with-water-tanks-medium-size-capability/41102)
**Author:** [@RedClayCountry](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/RedClayCountry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 3:04pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/pressure-washers-with-water-tanks-medium-size-capability/41102 "2026-09-01T15:04:09Z")
I’m trying to determine the best pressure washer with a water tank to buy for my scenario and I’m having a tough time figuring it out so thanks in advance for any help you’re good enough to provide. The unit would be for… --- ## [Let's talk about Non-Ionic Surfactant (Alaska logistics and shipping woes)](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/lets-talk-about-non-ionic-surfactant-alaska-logistics-and-shipping-woes/40799)
**Author:** [@Dallsheep](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Dallsheep)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 3:01pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/lets-talk-about-non-ionic-surfactant-alaska-logistics-and-shipping-woes/40799 "2026-09-01T15:01:15Z")
So….I have a problem. I’ve still got some elemonator for house washes and it’s great. I am completely out of surfactant to put in my roof tank for proportioner. Elemonator won’t ship to me either so I’m holding out from … --- ## [Whisper Wash Aqua Pro 24”](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/whisper-wash-aqua-pro-24/41093)
**Author:** [@DSJ1](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/DSJ1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 5:55pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/whisper-wash-aqua-pro-24/41093 "2026-08-30T17:55:18Z")
Anybody running this surface cleaner with an 8GPM washer, 4 bar X Force and 25025 tips? Trying to decide on which route I want to go here. --- ## [DIY Soft Wash System Support](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/diy-soft-wash-system-support/40833)
**Author:** [@SCPressurePoint](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SCPressurePoint)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 11:57am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/diy-soft-wash-system-support/40833 "2026-08-30T11:57:08Z")
Hey everyone. I’m making my own soft wash system and have a bunch of stuff in my cart and I decided to get AI to make a diagram so I can see exactly how everything will fit together. let me know if it looks right. This i… --- ## [How to hit four or five stories?](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/how-to-hit-four-or-five-stories/41090)
**Author:** [@Winstonisme](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Winstonisme)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 3:08pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/how-to-hit-four-or-five-stories/41090 "2026-08-28T15:08:52Z")
Send out some bids for 3 to 5 story Apartment complexes, But all I have is a four gallon per min machine, and a 12 volt, seven gallon, a minute softwash. I can do 3 stories, no problem. But any advice would help or what … --- ## [Infinity Cleaning Mobile 3.0, aka Truck Norris](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/infinity-cleaning-mobile-3-0-aka-truck-norris/16040)
**Author:** [@Infinity](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Infinity)\ **Replies:** 571\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 10:08pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/infinity-cleaning-mobile-3-0-aka-truck-norris/16040 "2026-08-27T22:08:30Z")
Working title: White Stig (wife’s rav4 is the original Stig) This’ll be my build thread for our new truck. My current dilemma: convert to an aluminum flatbed, or keep stock bed. I can get a basic aluminum for aro… --- ## [Bidding fast food](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/bidding-fast-food/41075)
**Author:** [@dcbrock](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/dcbrock)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 7:27pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/bidding-fast-food/41075 "2026-08-27T19:27:14Z")
Hey guys, I did a search with mixed information. I got a call from a Chick-Fil-A manager to come bid his restaurant and possibly a couple others. I really don’t know how to bid this, especially not having hot water. I… --- ## [Minwax water-based stain spilled on concrete](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/minwax-water-based-stain-spilled-on-concrete/41083)
**Author:** [@DSJ1](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/DSJ1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/minwax-water-based-stain-spilled-on-concrete/41083 "2026-08-27T17:48:51Z")
Customer spilled this Min wax stain. It’s a water-based solid stain. I’m not even sure where to start with this one. The challenge is that the concrete is only six months old as this is a new construction home. I was thi… --- ## [M5 twist not pulling chem](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/m5-twist-not-pulling-chem/41078)
**Author:** [@LoganWashesStuff](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/LoganWashesStuff)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 5:33pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/m5-twist-not-pulling-chem/41078 "2026-08-27T17:33:39Z")
I can downstream just fine with my normal Jrod nozzles, but my new M5 seems to not pull chem. I think it may be too small of an M5, but it is rated for up to 10GPM while I’m running only 8GPM. Never ran this nozzle befor… --- ## [Silica on stone](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/silica-on-stone/41062)
**Author:** [@Seandz](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Seandz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 11:50pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/silica-on-stone/41062 "2026-08-26T23:50:27Z")
A potential client has a stone patio that had well water leave silica buildup on it (attached are pictures where you can see the white haze). He has since switched to watering everything nearby with reverse osmosis water… --- ## [Faded pavers](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/faded-pavers/41084)
**Author:** [@Seandz](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Seandz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 11:31pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/faded-pavers/41084 "2026-08-26T23:31:16Z")
A potential client has a large paver driveway that was installed only 3 years ago. I know there are pavers that have an integral mix, while the other method is pavers that have a very thin topcoat of color and cream top … --- ## [Expensive Ipe wood deck](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/expensive-ipe-wood-deck/40820)
**Author:** [@dcbrock](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/dcbrock)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 12:43pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/expensive-ipe-wood-deck/40820 "2026-08-26T12:43:02Z")
Thought I’d check with you guys before I screw it up. This is a long time window cleaning customer of ours that asked to clean her deck. It’s called Ipe aka ‘Brazilian Walnut’ and is very weather resistant. I just nee… --- ## [Just Added Window Cleaning Division!](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/just-added-window-cleaning-division/1546)
**Author:** [@AZ\_PowerWash\_Pros](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/AZ_PowerWash_Pros)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/just-added-window-cleaning-division/1546 "2026-08-25T15:52:35Z")
We just added our 3rd and final division to our company. AZ Window Cleaners. We are pretty pumped up about getting into the window cleaning business. I paid $900 for our new domain so hopefully it was worth the buy!! Ch… --- ## [Beginner Pressure & Soft washing rig](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/beginner-pressure-soft-washing-rig/40619)
**Author:** [@AverageArce](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/AverageArce)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 5:27pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/beginner-pressure-soft-washing-rig/40619 "2026-08-22T17:27:25Z")
My Starter Pressure Washing + Soft Wash Setup (Predator 4400 / 4.2 GPM) Hey everyone, just wanted to share the basic rig I’m putting together for driveways and simple house washes. I recently built my own double-RO wat… --- ## [Out of curiosity- 40 gpm pressure washer?](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/out-of-curiosity-40-gpm-pressure-washer/31481)
**Author:** [@Corbin](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Corbin)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 11:52am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/out-of-curiosity-40-gpm-pressure-washer/31481 "2026-08-22T11:52:38Z")
I was browsing one of the pressure washing supply website, can’t remember which one. I saw some very large pumps- 20, 30, 40 gpm at 3000 psi, etc. If someone wanted to use one of these pumps behind an engine, how would t… --- ## [WW XForce off balance](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/ww-xforce-off-balance/41050)
**Author:** [@dcbrock](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/dcbrock)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 12:59am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/ww-xforce-off-balance/41050 "2026-08-22T00:59:33Z")
I think my semi-Asperger’s brain might have figured out why my XForce surface cleaner bar sounds like a steam train and vibrates. The guys at Southside suggested I change the cartridge, no effect. Changed with new nozz… --- ## [Pressure washer not getting enough water](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/pressure-washer-not-getting-enough-water/41020)
**Author:** [@puresmokies](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/puresmokies)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 11:58am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/pressure-washer-not-getting-enough-water/41020 "2026-08-20T11:58:09Z")
Hello, first post. I need this fixed as fast as I can. I have just bought my first trailer and set up this trailer (been running this stuff out of my car) and I am trying to learn how this stuff works. I have a 4.0gpm … --- ## [Replacement tailgates and bumpers](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/replacement-tailgates-and-bumpers/41060)
**Author:** [@Dirtyboy](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Dirtyboy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 2:11pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/replacement-tailgates-and-bumpers/41060 "2026-08-19T14:11:19Z")
If you are unsure, I tried bumpers that deliver. I was pleasantly surprised. The top part of my multiflex tailgate (chevy) got smooshed (yes that is a technical term). I had been multiple places that day and when I go… --- ## [You've been putting a dishwasher part on a 4k PSI machine and wondering why it keeps failing](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/youve-been-putting-a-dishwasher-part-on-a-4k-psi-machine-and-wondering-why-it-keeps-failing/41034)
**Author:** [@dperez](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/dperez)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 1:37am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/youve-been-putting-a-dishwasher-part-on-a-4k-psi-machine-and-wondering-why-it-keeps-failing/41034 "2026-08-18T01:37:31Z")
I’m not here to sell you anything, in fact I’m much too busy to even defend it properly. But I’ll let you in on a dirty little secret. You’ve been putting a dishwasher part on a 4k PSI machine and wondering why it keeps … --- ## [Anyone noticing faster oxidation return on aluminum gutters after house washes?](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/anyone-noticing-faster-oxidation-return-on-aluminum-gutters-after-house-washes/40917)
**Author:** [@housfilae](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/housfilae)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/anyone-noticing-faster-oxidation-return-on-aluminum-gutters-after-house-washes/40917 "2026-08-13T15:21:41Z")
Hey guys, Quick question for those doing a lot of house washing with downstreaming or soft wash setups. Lately I’ve had a few jobs where aluminum gutters come out looking clean, but after a few days they seem to show o… --- ## [SESW Super 8 pump](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/sesw-super-8-pump/41038)
**Author:** [@MrShineProWash](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/MrShineProWash)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 11:09am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/sesw-super-8-pump/41038 "2026-08-12T11:09:18Z")
Does anyone have the SESW Super 8 pump? I accidentally redeemed points for the $200 rebuild kit and can sell it for cheap, win win. If not, it’ll go on ebay. Just bought another 6 gpm water dragon pump a few months ago… --- ## [Commercial quote help](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/commercial-quote-help/40232)
**Author:** [@Dallsheep](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Dallsheep)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 10:51pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/commercial-quote-help/40232 "2026-08-10T22:51:20Z")
A business is very motivated to get this property finished before submitting pictures to their insurance company and have been pretty lax with maintenance. It looks like two large buildings and they need to roofs cleaned… --- ## [Calcium/Mineral Deposit Help](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/calcium-mineral-deposit-help/41009)
**Author:** [@HydroRiley](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/HydroRiley)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 5:31pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/calcium-mineral-deposit-help/41009 "2026-08-09T17:31:04Z")
I’m in an underground garage that has thick calcium Deposit coming down the wall (painted concrete). I’ve given it about 15-20 coats of pure EchoChem One Restore (I was told it was the best option for this) - sometimes g… --- ## [Newbie Pump Question](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/newbie-pump-question/41037)
**Author:** [@Bhelton](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Bhelton)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 2:13pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/newbie-pump-question/41037 "2026-08-09T14:13:08Z")
I have a Honda GX 390 with a bad pump. I have been told that the pump is beyond repair and needs replacing. Two recommendations are a Toolcy 4400/4.2GPM with a built in unloader or a Comet ZWD4040G with a VRT3 external… --- ## [\[Reviewed\] Best Pressure Washer for Home Use](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/reviewed-best-pressure-washer-for-home-use/41000)
**Author:** [@kirrann](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/kirrann)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 2:11pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/reviewed-best-pressure-washer-for-home-use/41000 "2026-08-08T14:11:33Z")
I have been researching the best pressure washers for the past few days because I need one for cleaning my home exterior and outdoor areas. I read reviews from sources like The New York Times, Consumer Reports, and Popul… --- ## [Apartment Cleaning / Stained Wood Question](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/apartment-cleaning-stained-wood-question/40992)
**Author:** [@Shine](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Shine)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 12:32am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/apartment-cleaning-stained-wood-question/40992 "2026-08-08T00:32:15Z")
I have an apartment building to clean, but I am concerned about how SH will effect this stained wood. Stain is clearly already fading in areas. First thought is to walk away, any input? [Previous page](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/latest.md) [Next page](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/latest.md?page=2)