8 GPM Gear Drive Build

Supplies & Equipment
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They had the size tank as far as dimensions. I had them add the extra pick up tube and moved them to the end. I guess not a true custom, but they did build on request. I would imagine they can do any build if needed.

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Not a bad price. Just make sure it’s pretty full or you’re parking on hill the right way to make sure you pick up fuel if you’re low.

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You’re going to want to secure that fuel line along that front railing of the trailer. The last thing you want is to rip it out or put a hole in it from using the front of the trailer.

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Yes, it will be secured for sure. Just ran out of time & energy.

Thanks

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Lol. I get it. Keep us updated on that 800. How much will you run it per year?

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The way the season has started, hopefully a lot. I plan to change all fluids after the first job to clean out the break-in debris. I received my electric Hannay reel but still waiting on my hose. Fedex has been a joke with delivering packages lately.

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Which pump is it? I sure would love to know as I am thinking about building me a setup much like yours.

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I have a video of the build. Check it out and hope is helps.

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BTW, after the bucket test, I got around 9 GPM. It is a beast for sure.

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Thanks so much for sharing your build process. There are some things I probably would’ve done differently, but it’s obvious you put a lot of thought into your build. Well edited video, too.

You’ve probably already shared some of this info, but I was wondering if you wouldn’t mind outlining some key points in one post?

  • Source and pricing for the motor?
  • same info for the other components; pump, unloader, plumbing parts, etc?
  • Turnaround time for receiving those parts?
  • After your experience, would you recommend those vendors to other members here?
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Thanks!! It was for sure a fun build an a great learning experience. The trailer is very efficient, but I would have maybe changed a couple of things. All in all, I m very satisfied with the build. For anyone with mechanical experience I would highly recommend building your equipment & trailer if possible. Below are the requested items and I used a price range due to variances.

Honda IGX800- North Georgia Airless- $1,450- $1,600. Other vendors are now getting inventory.

Sprayer Depot Udor GKC 30/24- $1071.20 & skid $85.00. Also get the harden key- $8.00

Pressure Washer Products ZK1 Unloader-$93.00- Hose barbs, Banjo Strainer, Feed Hose, Unloader Block, Tips- Approximately $200.00

Southside Eq.- 200’ pressure washer hose & 2’ whip lines- $250.00

The turn around was around 3-5 days. Shipping was faster than I thought.

My experience with the vendors I chose was great for the most part. I would have liked to use one source, but no one had all the pieces I needed. Below is the report card on the vendors.

North Georgia Airless- A+
Sprayer Depot- A+
Pressure Washer Products- B- (No alerts for parts not in stock causing delayed shipment)
Southside Eq.- A+

Hope this helps!

Thanks

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Wow, I really like it. Good job, that is going to be a beast.

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@Dago52 Great video. Have you tried to take the pump off the motor yet? Something tells me it is glued for good. I know you talked to Udor people several times but have you actually tried to take the pump off?
Again, very nice build and ingenuity!
Cheers!

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No, I have not or plan to remove it unless I have too. I have seen a few other builders use the same technique. Thanks and it has been working great so far!

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Do you have sku’s or part numbers for these items? The search feature on SprayerDepot is like throwing darts.

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@Dago52, does the iGX have a return line for fuel?

Btw, rewatching your build video, and just caught the “lagniappe”. Not a word I hear often. You from the Louisiana area?

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I would call and speak to Brandon. They build the skid per order and I don’t think it has a skew. The harden key is Udor part #- 6914.83. The key was not listed on their website, but they had it in stock when I called.

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Yes Sir. New Orleans area!!

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I have the same pump mated to a GX690 and was surprised to see I got 9gpm as well. Going on 2 years and zero issues so far!

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I can also confirm I’m getting 9+ gpm with open flow/soap nozzles with the Udor gkc 30/24. Have not done a bucket test yet with high pressure nozzles. I assume it’ll be right around the rated 8gpm.

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