Could I realistically use a Whisper Wash Classic with this 4 GPM direct drive PW?

Would a Whisper Wash Classic be usable with this unit below (4 GPM direct drive)?

http://www.allpressurewashers.com/p-3261-pressure-pro-e4040ha-heavy-duty-professional-honda.aspx

I’ve seen plenty of posts where people recommend the 19-inch WW Classic with 4 GPM belt drive machines (despite the general rule of thumb of 4in per GPM), just curious if a direct drive somehow makes it not work as well as it would with a belt drive. Or does the type of drive have no effect on surface cleaning function?

I don’t mind going a little slower, just want to make sure it wouldn’t be even slower with a direct drive than it would with a belt drive.

Any thoughts?

Direct vs Belt will do the same thing. The “drive” mechanism wont affect your speed.
You would be better off getting the 16in whisper wash. The 19in will be a lot slower

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I used one this weekend with my 3.5 GPM

didn’t have an issue–maybe striped a little bit

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Thanks, I was thinking going with the Classic in hopes of eventually getting a much better machine (5.5 or maybe even 8) and not needing to upgrade the SC also. But if it’s brutally slow, it might make sense to stick with 16 in to start.

16" sc even with an 8gpm will be faster than a wand with an 8gpm so either way you’re coming out on top

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I used a 19 inch Classic with a 4gpm machine for a year. It worked great…better than my 20 inch Hammerhead. You do move slowly though. The Classic pairs best with 8gpm. I currently have the 16 inch Eagle Wash paired with 5.5gpm and it works great. I wouldn’t buy a Classic unless you plan on going to 8gpm at some point. If not go with the 16 inch Eagle Wash

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Get the 19" WW - You’ll be fine.

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Rick, what are you using in the training video. I got the two bar@24 in but didn’t get the manufacturer. BTW, great video. Made my guys sit and watch it today. Thanks

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24" WW Aqua Pro - need to use your 8gpm machine with it or it won’t hover as well.

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Why not get the 16 in now for your 4gpm, than when you upgrade to the 8gpm you buy the classic with it. Its always good to have back ups anyway.

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Thanks, I want to retire the GP to back up, though I have to say the 279.00 I spent on it has been one of the best investments of my life.

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Sorry another question, did your’s come with castors and you removed them or were you able to buy it without?

Never mind, I found it without.

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