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Old 07-31-2014, 11:37 PM
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Looking for recommendations on an electric, low pressure power washer maybe 1600-1800 max psi.

See use for cleaning my 991 sport techno wheels, to clean garage floor, etc. I have heard Kranzle and Karcher are good.

What models you like? Not wanting to spend $1k if I can get a decent quality one for less. Just won't use it that much to justify $1k.

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I've been very pleased with with
Mighty Clean Electric Pressure Washer — 1.5 GPM, 1800 PSI, Model# MC1800N $180 at Northern Tool. Good online reviews as well.
Good luck.

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FWIW. I found the electrics do not last very long. For the money you are better off buying gas with a Honda engine and a decent pump. The pumps on these things wear out over time and you can replace them. Northern tool has a good selection and carries parts. Buy once and buy right.
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During the last decade, I must have bought 4 different brands of machines but they kept braking.
Two years ago, my wife asked me what I wanted for my birthday.
Guess what, a Kranzle. Great machine. The only issue is that I can't keep the ON trigger on unless I hold it, can't lock it.
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Originally Posted by Farfelc2s
During the last decade, I must have bought 4 different brands of machines but they kept braking. Two years ago, my wife asked me what I wanted for my birthday. Guess what, a Kranzle. Great machine. The only issue is that I can't keep the ON trigger on unless I hold it, can't lock it.
Kranzle is the brand I am leaning towards. Which model did you get?
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best non gas eletric power washer is the AR blue
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It's easier to select the best pressure washer from trust reviews. It make you reduce time to research all model in the market.

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I have been using an Harbor Freight pressure washer for about a year. It cost $100 and it just works. If it fails 3-4 years from now I'll just get another one.

Re pressure - 1500PSI is the right (safe) pressure to wash a car. Bigger is not better in this case.
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I have the Greenworks for more than two years now and have no problems whatsoever. I like it because the washer wand has 4 quick disconnect nozzles.
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I have a Karcher 1500psi. Bought it 10 years ago at Walmart for $100. I only use it 3-4 times a year.
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I would agree we were breaking machines every 10-20 washes with the other ones from Lowes and Home Depot and we have moved over to the Kranzle.

We have one that we have been using for 4 years for just about everyday, we picked up a newer one last year with the auto on off and the newer one is even better!

What's great about these is with the proper maintenance these will last a very very long time. We have resealed the two machines once.

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Originally Posted by ADias
I have been using an Harbor Freight pressure washer for about a year. It cost $100 and it just works. If it fails 3-4 years from now I'll just get another one.

Re pressure - 1500PSI is the right (safe) pressure to wash a car. Bigger is not better in this case.
I like the Harbor Freight electric washer too. I've had their smallest power washer ($80 on sale) for 4 years and it's still going strong with regular car wash duty and occasional deck/patio cleaning. The only negative is that the hose is quite stiff and the wand/nozzle setting is touchy, but I'm replacing them with better stuff with more a common end fitting. There's a HF outlet nearby so it was convenient, but I suppose most of the 1600 psi economy washers at Sears, HD, etc come off the same line in China. I don't have a lot of storage space so the compactness is a plus too.
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I have been using the Ryobi electric pressure washer for a couple of years now.

I am not a pro, so I don't use it multiple times a day everyday, but I use it about once a week. Either washing one of my vehicles or using it to clear the deck, fence, or whatever needs a cleaning.

Hasn't failed me once. Uses standard attachments.
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Kranzle is high dollar, the Walmart electric one has served me well. Use it on car, house, patio, and wife when she gets mouthy.
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Originally Posted by Atrox
Kranzle is high dollar, the Walmart electric one has served me well. Use it on car, house, patio, and wife when she gets mouthy.


That is completely uncalled for and totally not cool.

Electric is only good for the kids... you need a gas powered one for the wife.


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