# What Equipment Am I Forgetting? **URL:** \ **Category:** Supplies & Equipment\ **Created:** [June 29, 2018, 2:01am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853 "2018-06-29T02:01:34Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 19\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/daltonaiken/32/12617_2.png) [@daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/daltonaiken)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:01am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/1 "2018-06-29T02:01:34Z")
Ok, I have bought quite a bit of equipment, but I am getting down to all the smaller details and I just need some help making sure I am not missing anything, and also some advice on what equipment I should get. I will be doing mostly residential work to start out. **Currently I have:** 5x8 Trailer Belt-Driven 5.5 GPM 2500 PSI Pressure Washer 65 Gallon Buffer Tank 18" Surface Cleaner 15 Gallon Chemical Tank (For storage only) 150 ft Pressure Hose Reel 150 ft Supply Line Reel 100 ft Supply Line 2 Pump Up Sprayers 2 Five Gallon Buckets Toolbox Chemicals (SH, Sodium Perc, Oxalic Acid, Etc…) **I know I still need:** Two 100ft Pressure Hoses (One will be a back up incase I need added length. Should I go with non-marking?) Cones (For when parking on street) Spray Gun and Lance (Should I have multiple setups? If so what kind of setups?) Hudson Float Valve Downstream Injector Plumbing for system (Are there any really good guides to setting up plumbing?) J-Rod & Different Size Nozzles Ladder **Questions I have:** Do I need a Turbo Nozzle? What filters should I go with for plumbing setup? What are some good spray gun brands, setups, etc… (I can’t find a lot of info about this online) When setting up plumbing, is there anything special I should worry about with my machine? I know this is a lot of information, so I appreciate any help you all are willing to give! Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![SchertzServicesLLC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/schertzservicesllc/32/13444_2.png) [@SchertzServicesLLC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SchertzServicesLLC)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:11am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/2 "2018-06-29T02:11:31Z")
Unloader block and whip linenfor it. ---
**Author:** ![Donut](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/donut/32/17075_2.png) [@Donut](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Donut)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:11am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/3 "2018-06-29T02:11:42Z")
> [@daltonaiken](#): > > \*\*urrently I have > > 2 Five Gallon Buckets… get more of these > > **I know I still need:** > Two 100ft Pressure Hoses (One will be a back up incase I need added length. Should I go with non-marking?). Yes. > Spray Gun and Lance (Should I have multiple setups? If so what kind of setups?) a few guns with a few diff length lances > Plumbing for system (Are there any really good guides to setting up plumbing?) google/youtube it, there is a good simple video setting up buffer tank > > **Questions I have:** > Do I need a Turbo Nozzle? Yes > What filters should I go with for plumbing setup? PressureTek > What are some good spray gun brands, setups, etc… search here, but 2315 suttner > > I know this is a lot of information, so I appreciate any help you all are willing to give! Thanks! Just make sure doing your part of reading and looking around… these dudes have already supplied a TON of info… i dont know how to make my answer BOLD, but they are in the quote ---
**Author:** ![SurfaceMedic](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/surfacemedic/32/10892_2.png) [@SurfaceMedic](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SurfaceMedic)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:14am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/4 "2018-06-29T02:14:21Z")
Look at Pressure Washer Products online. They have a good diagram for setting up your buffer tank and what’s needed. They also sell kits for the plumbing. And I’m going to say your going to want all 200’ of pressure hose in use. I’d put the 200’ on your reel and then get another 100’ as a backup. Your also going to need a whip line between the reel and the pump and I’d get a backup just in case. Sutner for your guns. I have a small filter between my reel and my buffer tank, and a blue top filter between the tank and my pump. I don’t have a turbo, but I hear they are good to have. ---
**Author:** ![Clean\_Blue](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/clean_blue/32/8971_2.png) [@Clean\_Blue](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Clean_Blue)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:17am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/5 "2018-06-29T02:17:40Z")
ladder(s) and ladder rack. ---
**Author:** ![daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/daltonaiken/32/12617_2.png) [@daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/daltonaiken)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 2:24am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/6 "2018-06-29T02:24:35Z")
Thank you all so much for taking the time to comment. These comments have already helped me out a ton! I was planning to go with Suttner for my guns, but I wanted to get the confirmation from you guys first. I will do a lot more research on plumbing. I know there is a lot of info out there, and I don’t expect any member of this group to spend their evening typing it all out for me. I just trust this group and thought I would check here first to see if maybe someone from the group had made a video or guide. Once again, thank you all so much for the help! I really appreciate it! ---
**Author:** ![Jordie](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/jordie/32/13395_2.png) [@Jordie](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Jordie)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 11:00am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/7 "2018-06-29T11:00:38Z")
This was a good thread for miscellaneous stuff. > [@What are some little things you always forget to have handy that I could get from Home Depot?](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-are-some-little-things-you-always-forget-to-have-handy-that-i-could-get-from-home-depot/8871): > > I just received a $100 Home Depot gift card. I was thinking about getting a new push broom and maybe a new 100’ supply hose. What are little things you always need but forget to keep in stock? ---
**Author:** ![Coolunderpressure](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/coolunderpressure/32/12142_2.png) [@Coolunderpressure](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Coolunderpressure)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 6:23pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/8 "2018-06-29T18:23:44Z")
YES on the turbo nozzle and put a high pressure filter on it we use them alot especially edges of concrete gives the runoff somewhere to go works great and a dual boot dryer if u don’t have one on big jobs we carry it with us and plug it up ur feet will appreciate it ---
**Author:** ![housewasher](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/h/5f8ce5/32.png) [@housewasher](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/housewasher)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 8:44pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/9 "2018-06-29T20:44:42Z")
loose the pump sprayers they are dreadfull to use go electric. quick scan it look like you only have 150 feet of pressure hose, I could not operate with that I have 250 on reel and 100 back up pump sprayers suck cut the gun off the hose and put this gun on it I have three of these and they are fantastic [Loading...](https://www.ipspro.us/sprayer-ips-pro/84-ips-pro-v7-full-pack-with-2-batteries.html), A roof pum is huge even if you do not do roofs they are a must at some point ---
**Author:** ![housewasher](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/h/5f8ce5/32.png) [@housewasher](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/housewasher)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2018, 11:12pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/10 "2018-06-29T23:12:47Z")
you need more then one injector also they go out all the time, you also should have a xjet just as a back up if nothing else ---
**Author:** ![Infinity](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/infinity/32/30829_2.png) [@Infinity](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Infinity)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 10:02am UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/11 "2018-07-02T10:02:47Z")
Here’s a good plumbing guide (someone else mentioned it already, but here’s the link) [https://www.pressurewasherproducts.com/pressure-washer-plumbing.html](https://www.pressurewasherproducts.com/pressure-washer-plumbing.html) [Zoro.com](http://Zoro.com) is a good source for Banjo brand fittings. For the inlet on your pump, lose the strainer assembly and replace with one of these: > **[Amazon.com: LTWFITTING Brass Fitting Connector 1-Inch Hose Barb x 1/2-Inch NPT...](https://www.amazon.com/LTWFITTING-Brass-Fitting-Connector-Water/dp/B00CHI10AC)** > > Amazon.com: LTWFITTING Brass Fitting Connector 1-Inch Hose Barb x 1/2-Inch NPT Male Fuel Gas Water(Pack of 5) : Industrial & Scientific ---
**Author:** ![JayDavis](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/jaydavis/32/8177_2.png) [@JayDavis](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/JayDavis)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 1:56pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/12 "2018-07-02T13:56:47Z")
Ball valve & back up quick connects & plugs ---
**Author:** ![SureShot](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/sureshot/32/12273_2.png) [@SureShot](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SureShot)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 3:03pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/13 "2018-07-02T15:03:47Z")
I’ll tell you something I learned. Being in Texas, where most the houses are brick or stone, you’ll need an Xjet, DS injector won’t work. ---
**Author:** ![daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/daltonaiken/32/12617_2.png) [@daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/daltonaiken)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 3:05pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/14 "2018-07-02T15:05:49Z")
Why won’t a DS injector work? I’m not arguing, I’m just curious. ---
**Author:** ![SureShot](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/sureshot/32/12273_2.png) [@SureShot](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SureShot)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 3:08pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/15 "2018-07-02T15:08:00Z")
Well, I tried and tried, couldn’t get it clean. Guys here have told me that it’s too pourous and need a hot mix. 3% or better. I had to hit a whole patio with my pump sprayer. I have an xjet now but haven’t had a chance to use it. ---
**Author:** ![Clean\_Blue](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/clean_blue/32/8971_2.png) [@Clean\_Blue](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/Clean_Blue)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 3:16pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/16 "2018-07-02T15:16:37Z")
I use my bandit roof pump for brick. ---
**Author:** ![daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/daltonaiken/32/12617_2.png) [@daltonaiken](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/daltonaiken)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 4:10pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/17 "2018-07-02T16:10:30Z")
I saw another thread where @Racer was discussing cleaning brick. The thing here is there is no mold or mildew really, most of the brick I see isn’t even that dirty. So if I am cleaning vinyl siding on the rear of the house, vinyl siding at the peaks, and the trim, do I really need to be concerned about the cleaning power my mix has on brick that isn’t even that dirty. I’m thinking my housewash mix will do fine to freshen up the brick while really cleaning the rest of the vinyl surfaces. Of course, I know this will change if I ever encounter an extremely dirty brick house, or one with bad stains. Also, I am planning to use Sap It as my surfactant because I can get it locally at [PowerWash.com](http://PowerWash.com) and save the shipping. ---
**Author:** ![FATJOE](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/fatjoe/32/10754_2.png) [@FATJOE](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/FATJOE)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 8:53pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/18 "2018-07-02T20:53:32Z")
You will be fine if it is just dirty and no algae. You shouldnstill get an xjet just to have in your tool box. Better to have it if you do need it. ---
**Author:** ![SurfaceMedic](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/user_avatar/pressurewashingresource.com/surfacemedic/32/10892_2.png) [@SurfaceMedic](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/u/SurfaceMedic)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2018, 9:36pm UTC](https://pressurewashingresource.com/community/t/what-equipment-am-i-forgetting/13853/19 "2018-07-02T21:36:24Z")
I downstream everything. I haven’t had any issues with the exception of a few stucco jobs, and even then I just had to hit them a couple of times. Would the xjet have saved me a little time, probably. But it didn’t take that much time to just hit it again. I would like to eventually add an xjet, but it hasn’t really been much of an issue for me at this point.