Hey Doug just wanted to say thanks for all the information!! Helps a bunch cause I'm trying to run my own business and almost done putting together my equipment. So thank you so much.
Yes Doug, I use your Xjet modification since I only have a 4gpm for now. It works great for roofs. I get nearly 4 stories. I'm using the Xjet also for house washing too since I don't have a DS injector. I'm batch mixing to 1% for the house washing and Xjet. Works great.
Thanks for this video Doug, I got my xjet from you a few months back and I love it. I've done probably 15 houses with it and it's served me great. This modification is just what I need though to help with all the misting. Question, does the orifice go back in the xjet with the little nipple going inside or facing out?
Awesome video. Our company is just getting into soft washing so this may be a decent option for some services we do. I currently have a soft wash system but this could help for us treating concrete or hitting different solutions at jobs.
I’m just starting out in this biz, still not sure about the ratios , I ordered an xjet m5 #7, all I have right now is a 3200 psi 2.4 g p m pump. Thus should get me working til I can afford a bigger set up. I’ve been watching your vids. Hope to make some extra cash with pressure washing.
You can, but it will make the wand wobbly. I tried it and didn't like it. Prefer using a dedicated gun for x-jet. Never really found the need for changing the wand.
@@PressureCleaningSch it would make for a great video if someone who owns one of your mods wants to do it! Might help you sell even more of these bad boys.
Thank u for the info I got the xjet from u and I love it just had a question what’s the longest hose I can put on it with out affecting performance thank you
Hey Doug! Awesome video. Kind of a related question, if I’m pulling 10% sh from the xjet pail with a 4K 4gpm machine, what % mix do you think I’m getting from that?
It will be pretty much or close to whatever you dilute it in the bucket as long as your not using the colored proportioners that come with x jets. When using bleach it’s recommended to not use the proportioners
@@PressureCleaningSch Doug, this is causing me some confusion. Maybe I'm misunderstanding but with the xjet, if I have a 5 gal jug filled with 10% SH only (and a few ounces of surfactant), I thought I would only get 1/2 of the strength at the tip of my xjet nozzle? Ie. 5% solution being applied to the surface to be cleaned. Edit: and thats with me not using any of the proportioners
Thank you sir for taking the time to share your knowledge! I do use my x jet daily to apply and rinse also to trim around hard to reach places, I like to modify my x jet like you did yours, if after the modifications I put x jet twist would it be just like before minus pall the over spray?
Hey Doug, any idea the longest you can run that line from the “bucket”? Another words with a 4gpm PW can I run 100 feet from that bucket and still get a good enough pull on the chem? Not sure if this question has come up. Thx.
Doug, would you kindly put up a link for the 50ft hose that you mentioned in the video for substituting the xjet hose? Thank you for this video I just purchased one of your spray guns!!
Right on I appreciate your response much respect for replying to a old video glad to see you still get involved and for that I wish you the best life can provide to you.
Good stuff Doug! How much SH would the modified xjet be pulling downstreaming from a 5 gpm pressure washer for house washes. Thanks for the helpful content you put up.
Hey Ron, not sure I understand your question, but if you are talking about mix %, I just go by whatever I mix in the bucket is pretty close to what it will deliver. Thats not exact science, but its pretty close. All I'm looking for is the bleach to change the color of the organic stains. So I mix based on the degree of staining.
Would I still be able to use the xjet at the tip of my wand after I remove the spring and the orface? Asking because you jettisoned that it gives you a stronger mix. Thats what I am looking for
Would this make roof cleaning a possibility seeing how it won’t have as much over spray? I’m starting my business this spring and I’m trying to do what I can with what I have at the moment.
Great video but I have a question. Did the modification but it is working in reverse. It is adding water to the chemical bucket instead of suctioning it. What did I do wrong?
@@PressureCleaningSch i went to ur wensite via that link u included a few questions ago. It asked what gpm i have (understood that), then it asked 2 other q's, "3/8 socket or 3/8 "plug" and RTU or diy (do it yourself- I understood) what is RTU? Please explain Doug, and Im sorry to be so green
Lot of variables will dictate that. I never really concern myself with he % coming out, just that it'ss changing the color of the organic staining. On the web site for modified gun is the x jet manual and there is a chart in the manual that will give you approximate ratios that you can use as a guide. Here is the direct link to it. www.dougruckerstore.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/X-Jet-Instruction-Manual.pdf
Awesome video. I set mine up this way as well but when I tried to use it it just sent water straight through injector port into the bucket. It won’t pull from the bucket anymore just force water back into the bucket. I have everything going the same direction as in the video the only difference is I didn’t put it straight into a gun I put a 1/4” male quick connect fitting on it and plugged it straight into our short wand. Do you think that’s what’s causing my issue?
@@PressureCleaningSch no I did not. I guess I didn’t realize you put them back in in the video. Lol. That makes a lot of sense though. I thought it was weird not putting it back in but was like oh well maybe it’ll give more flow. Can I order just different sized orffices to change out when I upgrade machines and such?
Appreciate the video’s. You mentioned using this xjet mod to post treat drives. Is that with sh also or sealer or something else? Ive been seeing many variances on what different people mean when the say post treat a driveway, just trying to learn. Thank you.
@@PressureCleaningSch thank you for the fast response, was actually lookin through your website when the notification came in. Might call in to ask a few questions and make a couple purchases when it gets closer to pressure washing season
Hi Doug. Where can I get these little fittings to modify my xjet like this? Just getting started and I dont have a dedicated 12 v pump system or anything for soft washing. I have a 4 gpm pw on its way, surface cleaner, etc should arrive in coming days. Ill probably (once I can afford it) get an additional xjet just so I can do this and have it ready to go.
@@PressureCleaningSch Thank u! I'm 49, be 50 in Sept. Work full time and not making enough $. I'm excited to say the least to get started this week (on the side- weekends and evenings). I REALLY appreciate ur taking time to reply/help.
Yeah they use permanent lox seal so it takes a bit to get it loose. We use a vise and wrench and break it loose without forcing. Nice even pressure to bust it loose. Just got be patient and try to force it off.
So couldn't you basically do the same softwash modification with a 24foot telescoping wand where the hose connects to the trigger combining with a form of shooter tip for doing church steeples or high peaks.
Hey Doug . Any way I can order a small wand like that from your website? Or you mind linking me a 6-12 (in) wand that does not have the quick connects on already so I can finish my xjet mod. Appreciate you ahead of time always a pleasure
Thank you for the reply I was just wanting to know if it would pull chemical from the downstream so I could have a stronger mix for really dirty stucco or possibly roof cleaning like soft wash?
@@PressureCleaningSch excellent. Quick side question what are your thoughts on the 10gpm 24v softwash pump by northstar? Any experience with that unit?
So I made this modification Doug, and connected it to a 1/2” flexzilla air hose that you had mentioned. But for some reason it doesn’t pull chem instead water comes out of the end where it’s supposed to draw chemical. Any idea why? I’m stumped.
@@hugolopez9583 for the x jet modified need to use 3/8 hose. 1/2 inch is for the Kingslinger soft wash system. Also make sure you put the spring and orfice back in.
Chlorine is extremely biodegradable. Open up the top of a brand new bottle of 10 or 12.5 S.H. and see how fast the strength of it is gone. Especially when left to come into contact with sunlight. Even indirect sunlight.
Are the proportioners still accurate with the modified x-jet or does the modification change the draw? Would love to pull straight HS+surfactant and not have to mix batches
Hey Doug,. When I did this modification, I found that when I pulled the trigger, water would gush out of the chem injector port at the bottom. When I reassmbled it back to original, It didnt do this and worked as it should. I'd really like to modify it. Any ideas on whats going on in this case? Thanks so much!
@@PressureCleaningSch I removed my spring and orifice all together like you said in the video and the same thing happened. When you say flat side out, do you mean facing the direction or flow or against?
Doug I 'm retired but am thinking about doing soft washing . I see a gold mine just in my area. My resources are limited what would you suggest . Don't want to climb, I am 71 but in good shape. Every house here needs at least a roof clean. Can you kindly give me some feed back?
Yes sir i was wondering since you removed the orfice from the modified, xjet would that mess with the chemical ratios I calculated off of the chart provided with my xjet
@@PressureCleaningSch I'm glad I came here because I followed your video exactly and it wasn't working. It was putting water into the chem bucket instead of pulling. I am guessing this is because the video doesn't show to put the orifice back in. Might consider making a new video or editing that part in!
I plan to build a trailer soon and have a dedicated pump for when down streaming won't be strong enough. I'm considering building this for brick, concrete and smaller roof jobs. If I did a 50/50 mix in the bucket would be 6% what would be coming out at the nozzle? Would it be cut in half?
No reason you can’t. I just prefer not to have the movement the plug causes in the gun. And because ours is a dedicated asked yet gone there’s no reason to have the plug
Doug Rucker I put the orifice and spring back but the water still shoots back down the soap line when I switch my jrod to rinse. Can I rinse with this modification or just apply soap?
Doug, when you remove the orifice from the xjet body, will that allow down-streaming on a variety of different gpm machines (2.5-3, 4-5.5, 6-8) using the one modified xjet? Thanks, Mike
@@PressureCleaningSch Thanks for the info! That really opens the possibilities of higher SH concentrations when needed, without having to buy a xjet for each size GPM machine you have. Keep the good info coming. Mike
Great info Doug. I live down in SW Florida where about 80% of the homes are stucco. Just starting out and debating on getting an XJet or Flowzone typhoon to get me at 3% SH hitting the building until I can build a 12V softwash rig in a few months. My 4 gpm has a 2.1 injector on it and after doing a bucket test I found it's a 15 to 1 ratio, which ends up being only .06-.07 percent SH coming out of the business end... which isn't going to cut it. Any suggestions? Thanks!
@@PressureCleaningSch Thanks Doug, I may just get me the battery operated "Flowzone Typhoon" with the quick connect fittings. Holds 4 gallons and shoots over 30 feet! I know... just be very careful a backpack sprayer doesn't leak on your ass when carrying 3-4% SH!! lol
So once you make the mod, is it strictly for soft washing? If I want to use pressure for something like concrete/brick steps or a stone retaining wall or something, should I keep a separate, regular gun/lance setup and just switch the guns out for whatever I need? Because if I’m thinking right I’ll use this setup for house washing and pre/post treating driveways and sidewalks, and then just need to switch guns to do things like the porch steps
If you have the Jrod w the 4 nozzles one of those is great for rinsing and cleaning concrete and brick. But id you need higher pressure then the colored nozzles that normally come with a pressure washer could be used.
@@PressureCleaningSch ok I didn’t know if you could get the same pressure with the x-jet being modified and put before the lance. So I’ll just turn up the PSI and change tips for what I need? Thanks
@@PressureCleaningSch ok gotcha. I’ll probly just use another gun/wand setup for high pressures. Had to blast about an inch of moss/algae off a couple of houses so I really need that late 3,000 early 4,000 psi for some places. Thanks again your videos have taught me a lot. Started my own pressure washing business and business is good 👍🏽
I would imagine I could use the older xjet I have meant for a smaller GPM machine now, on my new 4GPM machine. I think it maxed out at 3000PSI, at least that’s my understanding?
@@PressureCleaningSch update: it works and it doesn’t. I used my first xjet M5 rated up to 3k psi. I used a jrod for my 4GPM, and only the soap tips worked, poorly. The rinse tips, or the ones with a smaller diameter caused the draw line to shoot off. Not really worth it. I noticed the lower, or bottom tier xjet I was using did not have the orafice inside, it only had the spring. I’m sure if someone wanted to drill press a larger diameter internally, it would work. But as is, too much “back pressure” I’ll call it. Worth a shot. I was trying to have an xjet for house washing and a seperate for concrete without batching or using/exchanging the plastic proportioners.
I have a question on how to configure a downstream injector to push soap through an 18 foot extension wand while standing on a ladder. Should I move the injector closer to the extension wand to accomplish this. I am using a 4000psi 4gpm washer.
I attempted this. When I did a bucket test, the flow water was pushed through the soap line the wrong way. Even if I throttled down.. I put the orifice and spring back in and it worked as it should. Why did this happen?
OMG!!! I can't believe I forgot to mention or show putting the orifice and spring back in. I'm so sorry and thank you for letting me know. I edited the video description to explain that. Again thanks.
Doug Rucker I put the orifice and spring back but the water still shoots back down the soap line when I switch my jrod to rinse. Can I rinse with this modification or just apply soap?
@@PressureCleaningSch I just rewatched the video. Was I not supposed to put the spring and orifice back into the x jet when I take the back part off and attach the coupler? I put the spring and orifice back in
Hi Doug, Could I softwash my own shingle roof with that setup or is the PSI still too high for roofs no matter what I do? I assume I could shoot 4-5% SH from the 5 gallon bucket. Although it probably won't last very long... I just want to softwash my own roof once a year - Am I stuck having to pay ~$600 for an entry level dedicate 12v system? (I have a basic 3000 PSI 2.0 GPM Pressure Washer). Thanks!
If you're not using the proportioner, what is the pull ratio on an X-Jet? If I used straight 10.5 SH in the X-Jet bucket, what % is coming out of the wand? Great videos #DougRucker. I think you've taught me more than anyone else I watch.
Hey, I followed your instructions to a t but when I go to use my modification the water pressure comes out of the nipple that is used to pick up the chemical. So I don't know what I did wrong. Anyone can help me
Doug, that's was the best X-Jet presentation ever. Thank you!
Except I left out the part about putting the orfice back in...UGGGHHH,,,but thank you
Hey Doug just wanted to say thanks for all the information!!
Helps a bunch cause I'm trying to run my own business and almost done putting together my equipment. So thank you so much.
Your very welcome
I will be doing this. Down streaming doesn’t work as well on brick the first time like the X-jet does. Great information sir!
Will still need pressure if it’s bad. I just downstream and then lightly rinse it off
Hey Doug I just ordered the X Jet gun and all accessories that come with it. Also purchased a Nozzle from you just now. Can’t wait to try it out.
Thanks so much Nicholas. Appreciate it very much
Yes Doug, I use your Xjet modification since I only have a 4gpm for now. It works great for roofs. I get nearly 4 stories. I'm using the Xjet also for house washing too since I don't have a DS injector. I'm batch mixing to 1% for the house washing and Xjet. Works great.
what ratio of water to bleach do you use to get 1% out of the gun?
@@illbefrank123 1 gallon SH. To 4 gallons of water
Correct, I do the same and it works great
Started getting tennis elbow after some long commercial jobs with X-Jetting. I have switched to down streaming since then.
Oh my. I can imagine x jetting s commercial building. Does sound painful.
Hey,whats a good downstreamer?
@@ashleycaston2230 this is the one use. The 3-5gpm one. www.dougruckerstore.com/products/downstream-injector-fixed-high-draw-rs6740/
I'm about to start just got all my stuff have not even started my pressure washer , thanks for the video
Dougie, you’re the king!
No no. No King. Just a guy sharing stuff I’ve learned.
Can you move the xjet to the other end of the hose like a regular injector and avoid dragging the bucket around?
No. W it’s x jet you can’t avoid the bucket.
Thanks for this video Doug, I got my xjet from you a few months back and I love it. I've done probably 15 houses with it and it's served me great. This modification is just what I need though to help with all the misting.
Question, does the orifice go back in the xjet with the little nipple going inside or facing out?
Pointing inside towards the nozzle end. Then the spring behind it. So the spring rests against the flat end. I'll post a pic in the community section.
@@PressureCleaningSch That's what I thought, wanted to be sure though. Thanks a lot
Hi Doug, thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge !
Great video !
your welcome glad they help
Awesome video. Our company is just getting into soft washing so this may be a decent option for some services we do. I currently have a soft wash system but this could help for us treating concrete or hitting different solutions at jobs.
Definitely a tool worth having
I’m just starting out in this biz, still not sure about the ratios , I ordered an xjet m5 #7, all I have right now is a 3200 psi 2.4 g p m pump. Thus should get me working til I can afford a bigger set up. I’ve been watching your vids. Hope to make some extra cash with pressure washing.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Just Got Mine today thanks Doug 😊
Awesome. Hope you like it
Would it be ok to add a quick disconnect right after the gun before the Xjet fitting?
You can, but it will make the wand wobbly. I tried it and didn't like it. Prefer using a dedicated gun for x-jet. Never really found the need for changing the wand.
Very informative video. Are you suggesting you would use less bleach in the modified mode. Thanks Doug
Yes you will, or at least I do.
Have u made a video showing the before and after spray pattern of an XJet vs your modified XJet?
I don’t believe I have
@@PressureCleaningSch it would make for a great video if someone who owns one of your mods wants to do it! Might help you sell even more of these bad boys.
Thank u for the info I got the xjet from u and I love it just had a question what’s the longest hose I can put on it with out affecting performance thank you
I’ve run 80 feet before and heard of people say that use 100-125 feet. With No issues
Thanks ❤ was helpful
Your very welcome
Do you cut the flexzilla hose that you recommend to fit the xjet pail bucket nozzle?
You can order it in 3/8 and it will fit the nozzle
@@PressureCleaningSch thank you
Wow great information
Thanks so much appreciate you watching
Hey Doug! Awesome video. Kind of a related question, if I’m pulling 10% sh from the xjet pail with a 4K 4gpm machine, what % mix do you think I’m getting from that?
It will be pretty much or close to whatever you dilute it in the bucket as long as your not using the colored proportioners that come with x jets. When using bleach it’s recommended to not use the proportioners
@@hershspowerwashservice8277 awesome. Thank you.
@@PressureCleaningSch Doug, this is causing me some confusion. Maybe I'm misunderstanding but with the xjet, if I have a 5 gal jug filled with 10% SH only (and a few ounces of surfactant), I thought I would only get 1/2 of the strength at the tip of my xjet nozzle? Ie. 5% solution being applied to the surface to be cleaned.
Edit: and thats with me not using any of the proportioners
@@giantslayer473 3:1 w no proportioners is about what it comes out w full strength. Sorry for the confusion
@@PressureCleaningSch So at the business end, coming out of the nozzle, should be about 3.0 to 3.5% strength/solution?
Thank you sir for taking the time to share your knowledge! I do use my x jet daily to apply and rinse also to trim around hard to reach places, I like to modify my x jet like you did yours, if after the modifications I put x jet twist would it be just like before minus pall the over spray?
Yes. Should eliminate all that mist
Hey Doug, any idea the longest you can run that line from the “bucket”? Another words with a 4gpm PW can I run 100 feet from that bucket and still get a good enough pull on the chem? Not sure if this question has come up. Thx.
I’ve run 80 feet before and heard of people say that use 100-125 feet. With No issues
@@PressureCleaningSch sweet!!! I do a lot of driveways so for me the X-Jet works perfect for pre/post treating.
I just asked this question thank u 🙏🏼
How do I go about getting a x jet from you and a j rod ? Thanks for the video.
www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modified-gun/
Could you do this same thing but put it at the pump for downstreaming?
@@Corbinworks no that won’t work w this.
Doug, would you kindly put up a link for the 50ft hose that you mentioned in the video for substituting the xjet hose? Thank you for this video I just purchased one of your spray guns!!
Will have to cut the ends off. amzn.to/3aAcpc1
If I cut the end this wil fit for the xjet perfectly?
@@seanduenas8684 yes it should. It’s 3/8 hose and the barb is 3/8. Use a hose clamp though. I don’t use this hose anymore. I use the clear braid hose.
@@PressureCleaningSch do you have a link for the clear braid hose? 50ft
@@seanduenas8684 www.dougruckerstore.com/products/clear-braid-hose/. You can also get at HD, Lowes, northern tool etc
New subscriber here,the link for the kit is for the x jet but not the handle ? Do you have a kit for the gun?
www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modified-gun/
Right on I appreciate your response much respect for replying to a old video glad to see you still get involved and for that I wish you the best life can provide to you.
@@bigxdaddyxsef I do try to respond to every comment/question. Occasionally I miss one here and there
Would the 3/8" flexzilla air hose be used as the chem feed line on the x-jet ?
It can be yes
I just didn't know the 3/8" air line would handle chems without eating the interior of the hose ?
Good stuff Doug! How much SH would the modified xjet be pulling downstreaming from a 5 gpm pressure washer for house washes. Thanks for the helpful content you put up.
Hey Ron, not sure I understand your question, but if you are talking about mix %, I just go by whatever I mix in the bucket is pretty close to what it will deliver. Thats not exact science, but its pretty close. All I'm looking for is the bleach to change the color of the organic stains. So I mix based on the degree of staining.
Alright thanks Doug.👍🏽✌🏽
Can you also soap with the X Jet at the same time.
You can use a 2 way to switch from soap to rinse
I bought the flexilla hose. Do I need to cut off the ends to attach it to the barbs?
Yes.
Would I still be able to use the xjet at the tip of my wand after I remove the spring and the orface? Asking because you jettisoned that it gives you a stronger mix. Thats what I am looking for
Yes you can use it at end of wand....will give you same mix jet always does, just not at the high pressure
I took mime apart and never had the orfice inside it its just a metal peice that wont come out
Motorcycle is Life should have the orfice in it if it’s the right x jet. Needs to be the M5
Would this make roof cleaning a possibility seeing how it won’t have as much over spray? I’m starting my business this spring and I’m trying to do what I can with what I have at the moment.
Possibility? Yes. Ideal way no. Will be very time consuming
Great video but I have a question. Did the modification but it is working in reverse. It is adding water to the chemical bucket instead of suctioning it. What did I do wrong?
Make sure you put the orfice and spring back
In. I forgot to mention that in the video
@@PressureCleaningSch thank you!
Can you use a 1/4 in plug at the end of the m5 tip so you can utilize it?
Yes
@@PressureCleaningSch i went to ur wensite via that link u included a few questions ago. It asked what gpm i have (understood that), then it asked 2 other q's, "3/8 socket or 3/8 "plug" and RTU or diy (do it yourself- I understood) what is RTU? Please explain Doug, and Im sorry to be so green
@@giantslayer473 I think he means Ready To Use
With your x jet modification, what sh ratio will I get if I am running 10 % in my sh tank?
Lot of variables will dictate that. I never really concern myself with he % coming out, just that it'ss changing the color of the organic staining. On the web site for modified gun is the x jet manual and there is a chart in the manual that will give you approximate ratios that you can use as a guide. Here is the direct link to it. www.dougruckerstore.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/X-Jet-Instruction-Manual.pdf
Hello Doug. Quick question!!!
I have back flow from the suction area after the mod!! What did I do wrong???
Copyist be Either the orifice and spring didn’t get put back in or your using a high pressure nozzle.
Does the j rod on range mode shoot any further then the xjet on range mode?
No both should be about the same.
Awesome video. I set mine up this way as well but when I tried to use it it just sent water straight through injector port into the bucket. It won’t pull from the bucket anymore just force water back into the bucket. I have everything going the same direction as in the video the only difference is I didn’t put it straight into a gun I put a 1/4” male quick connect fitting on it and plugged it straight into our short wand. Do you think that’s what’s causing my issue?
First off did you put the orfice and spring back in?
@@PressureCleaningSch no I did not. I guess I didn’t realize you put them back in in the video. Lol. That makes a lot of sense though. I thought it was weird not putting it back in but was like oh well maybe it’ll give more flow. Can I order just different sized orffices to change out when I upgrade machines and such?
Hi Doug, do you now sell the assembled
guns with the modification done? I couldn't find it on your website. Thankyou in advance
Looks like you found, just saw your order...www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modified-gun/
Yeah, I'll likely be ordering one from u this coming week (or the next, once I make some $).
Appreciate the video’s. You mentioned using this xjet mod to post treat drives. Is that with sh also or sealer or something else? Ive been seeing many variances on what different people mean when the say post treat a driveway, just trying to learn. Thank you.
Yes I’m talking about w SH
@@PressureCleaningSch thank you for the fast response, was actually lookin through your website when the notification came in. Might call in to ask a few questions and make a couple purchases when it gets closer to pressure washing season
Hi Doug. Where can I get these little fittings to modify my xjet like this? Just getting started and I dont have a dedicated 12 v pump system or anything for soft washing. I have a 4 gpm pw on its way, surface cleaner, etc should arrive in coming days.
Ill probably (once I can afford it) get an additional xjet just so I can do this and have it ready to go.
Home Depot. Lowes. Ace will have them. www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modification-1-4-fittings/
@@PressureCleaningSch Thank u! I'm 49, be 50 in Sept. Work full time and not making enough $. I'm excited to say the least to get started this week (on the side- weekends and evenings). I REALLY appreciate ur taking time to reply/help.
It’s so hard to unscrew the nozzle from the body of the m5 x jet. Any tips on how to take it off? Thanks
Yeah they use permanent lox seal so it takes a bit to get it loose. We use a vise and wrench and break it loose without forcing. Nice even pressure to bust it loose. Just got be patient and try to force it off.
Hey Doug , could you explain batch mixing measurements for this x jet modification? 2%-3%-4%etc
What size tips do you recommend in that JRod
For the 4gpm 0040&2540
So couldn't you basically do the same softwash modification with a 24foot telescoping wand where the hose connects to the trigger combining with a form of shooter tip for doing church steeples or high peaks.
Could we put this right after the pump like a regular downstream? The only issue I have with x jet is that we have to carry a bucket.
No. Needs to Go on end of the wand
How can i get that setup all ready together..
www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modified-gun/
Flexzila hose 1/4 or 3/8 ?
3/8 for X jet. 1/4 for downstream injector
What is that Wand called because I’m trying to find it on your website
This one? www.dougruckerstore.com/products/x-jet-modified-gun/
@@PressureCleaningSch yes 👍🏽
Do you leave the spring and valve out?
No. Put it back in how it was. Orfice then
Spring
Any recommendations on where to buy the lance and gun?
We sell them dougruckerstore.com
Hey Doug . Any way I can order a small wand like that from your website? Or you mind linking me a 6-12 (in) wand that does not have the quick connects on already so I can finish my xjet mod. Appreciate you ahead of time always a pleasure
Here you go. www.dougruckerstore.com/products/star-shaped-grip/
@@PressureCleaningSch appreciate it brother
Since you are using the j rod with the xjet could you still pull chem from your downstream injector?That would make an extra strong mix.
No need for that. Just dilute your mix how you want it in the xjet bucket
Thank you for the reply I was just wanting to know if it would pull chemical from the downstream so I could have a stronger mix for really dirty stucco or possibly roof cleaning like soft wash?
So do you have to do anything to the down stream injector in the pump when using the x-jet? Would it pull air?
@@juansebastianlopez8828 yes you it will pull air if not in a bucket of water. best to remove it if you can
Doug, would the flexzilla air hose be okay to use with SH? Or does it have to be a chem rated hose?
Yes that’s what I use on my Kingslinger . The 1/2 air hose. I have a 12V I been testing out using 5/8 water hose.
@@PressureCleaningSch excellent. Quick side question what are your thoughts on the 10gpm 24v softwash pump by northstar? Any experience with that unit?
@@hugolopez9583 no experience w it.
So I made this modification Doug, and connected it to a 1/2” flexzilla air hose that you had mentioned. But for some reason it doesn’t pull chem instead water comes out of the end where it’s supposed to draw chemical. Any idea why? I’m stumped.
@@hugolopez9583 for the x jet modified need to use 3/8 hose. 1/2 inch is for the Kingslinger soft wash system. Also make sure you put the spring and orfice back in.
Tried to take it apart now it just free spins on the plastic part end how do i remove the nuts on the xjet
Motorcycle is Life use a vise and open ended wrench
So what's the best way to get chem on a house? I'd rather not fly through Chem if I don't have too.
Downstream or if it’s really bad a dedicated soft wash set up.
Whats up Doug. Can you modify it to be a true downstream injector out of your machine to get a higher mix percentage?
If you mean by putting it on your machine no.
Hey doug im looking to buy a xjet from your website. Im in South carolina , how long does it usually take to arrive
2-3 days is my guess.
Hi Doug so no need for an insert if using bleach?
That is correct.
@@PressureCleaningSch thanks Doug, by the way I'm in Qld Australia
Island RAW oh wow. That’s awesome
Could you put the injector piece at the pump like a downstream injector? If so what ratio do you think it will get?
Terry Dunnigan no I don’t think you can do that. Never really thought about it.
I had a question. I see you are very knowledgeable in this industry. Do you know of a great bio-degradable non chlorine product for roof washing?
No I do not...chlorine is bio degradable though...
Chlorine is extremely biodegradable. Open up the top of a brand new bottle of 10 or 12.5 S.H. and see how fast the strength of it is gone. Especially when left to come into contact with sunlight. Even indirect sunlight.
Are the proportioners still accurate with the modified x-jet or does the modification change the draw? Would love to pull straight HS+surfactant and not have to mix batches
How do you remove the peice thats inside of it? Its stuck
Motorcycle is Life it should just pop out. Try needle nose or tapping it on a bench or table top
Hey Doug,. When I did this modification, I found that when I pulled the trigger, water would gush out of the chem injector port at the bottom. When I reassmbled it back to original, It didnt do this and worked as it should. I'd really like to modify it. Any ideas on whats going on in this case? Thanks so much!
Did you put the office back in? flat side out?
@@PressureCleaningSch I removed my spring and orifice all together like you said in the video and the same thing happened. When you say flat side out, do you mean facing the direction or flow or against?
Disregard. Finally read the notes…my fault 😬
What was the problem ?
Doug I 'm retired but am thinking about doing soft washing . I see a gold mine just in my area. My resources are limited what would you suggest . Don't want to climb, I am 71 but in good shape. Every house here needs at least a roof clean. Can you kindly give me some feed back?
For roofs you’d need a dedicated pump like the Kingslinger. You can spray one story and some two story roofs from the ground.
www.dougruckerstore.com/products/kingslinger-soft-wash-system/#pump-valve-selection
does this draw the same amount of chemical as if it was on the end of the gun?
Yes it does
Yes sir i was wondering since you removed the orfice from the modified, xjet would that mess with the chemical ratios I calculated off of the chart provided with my xjet
Ben Jones it should not.
You need to put the orifice and spring back in though. Just realized I failed to explain that in the video.
@@PressureCleaningSch I'm glad I came here because I followed your video exactly and it wasn't working. It was putting water into the chem bucket instead of pulling. I am guessing this is because the video doesn't show to put the orifice back in. Might consider making a new video or editing that part in!
@@dennisturskey597 yes I put that in the video notes but I’m discovering they don’t get read often. Lol.
@@PressureCleaningSch probably not. I watched the video on your website. I never even came to youtube until I found that it wasn't working.
I plan to build a trailer soon and have a dedicated pump for when down streaming won't be strong enough. I'm considering building this for brick, concrete and smaller roof jobs. If I did a 50/50 mix in the bucket would be 6% what would be coming out at the nozzle? Would it be cut in half?
X jet will pretty close to how you mix in the bucket as long as you don't use the metered proportioner's to comes with
@@PressureCleaningSch Can I shoot 100% SH 12.5% with xJet?
@@Jason-ju7df sure can but be very careful spraying that strong a mix.
why cant you continue to use the 1/4" QD fitting at the gun? Why do you you remove the QD and replace it with a threaded fitting?
No reason you can’t. I just prefer not to have the movement the plug causes in the gun. And because ours is a dedicated asked yet gone there’s no reason to have the plug
@@PressureCleaningSch roger that. How long is the wand on your dedicated setup?
So this is the same thing just your able to use a jrod instead of the m5 tip ?
Great video
Thanks David
Doug Rucker I put the orifice and spring back but the water still shoots back down the soap line when I switch my jrod to rinse.
Can I rinse with this modification or just apply soap?
Make sure you put the spring and orifice back in the right way sounds like you didn’t. Yes you should be able to soap and rents just like before
Doug Rucker does the spring go in first or second? And the orifice goes flat end down, right?
Jared Barker orfice first. Pointed side in the siring so spring sits in flat end
Doug Rucker hmmm...I just double check it, and that is how I have it. But the water still shoots out of the soap intake
@@jaredscottbarker hmm make sure its seated properly...something is not right somewhere cause it should not back flow like that. Should only pull,
I’m looking for the body of the xjet
Yes. You just talked Laura
Doug, when you remove the orifice from the xjet body, will that allow down-streaming on a variety of different gpm machines (2.5-3, 4-5.5, 6-8) using the one modified xjet? Thanks, Mike
Yes sir that is correct
@@PressureCleaningSch Thanks for the info! That really opens the possibilities of higher SH concentrations when needed, without having to buy a xjet for each size GPM machine you have. Keep the good info coming. Mike
But you said in a corrected statement that you need to put the orifice back in? I’m confused
I think he means that you only have to purchase orifices for different gpm machines, instead of having to buy a new x-jet for each machine.
Great info Doug. I live down in SW Florida where about 80% of the homes are stucco. Just starting out and debating on getting an XJet or Flowzone typhoon to get me at 3% SH hitting the building until I can build a 12V softwash rig in a few months. My 4 gpm has a 2.1 injector on it and after doing a bucket test I found it's a 15 to 1 ratio, which ends up being only .06-.07 percent SH coming out of the business end... which isn't going to cut it. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Cozmo Jack an x jet or pump up sprayer will definitely help get you a stronger mix when needed.
@@PressureCleaningSch Thanks Doug, I may just get me the battery operated "Flowzone Typhoon" with the quick connect fittings. Holds 4 gallons and shoots over 30 feet! I know... just be very careful a backpack sprayer doesn't leak on your ass when carrying 3-4% SH!! lol
So once you make the mod, is it strictly for soft washing? If I want to use pressure for something like concrete/brick steps or a stone retaining wall or something, should I keep a separate, regular gun/lance setup and just switch the guns out for whatever I need? Because if I’m thinking right I’ll use this setup for house washing and pre/post treating driveways and sidewalks, and then just need to switch guns to do things like the porch steps
If you have the Jrod w the 4 nozzles one of those is great for rinsing and cleaning concrete and brick. But id you need higher pressure then the colored nozzles that normally come with a pressure washer could be used.
@@PressureCleaningSch ok I didn’t know if you could get the same pressure with the x-jet being modified and put before the lance. So I’ll just turn up the PSI and change tips for what I need? Thanks
@@MrCedricPeterson No it won't be the same pressure when you modify it, and I never adjust the pressure on my machine. I let the nozzles do that.
@@PressureCleaningSch ok gotcha. I’ll probly just use another gun/wand setup for high pressures. Had to blast about an inch of moss/algae off a couple of houses so I really need that late 3,000 early 4,000 psi for some places. Thanks again your videos have taught me a lot. Started my own pressure washing business and business is good 👍🏽
I rebuilt my xjet multiple times and can’t figure out why it’s pushing water back into my pale and causing it to over flow? Any suggestions
Modified or regular? Usually when it’s pushing water back into the bucket it’s due to a restriction somewhere
@@PressureCleaningSch modified but I do have a 16inch plus lance on it do I need something shorter?
I would imagine I could use the older xjet I have meant for a smaller GPM machine now, on my new 4GPM machine. I think it maxed out at 3000PSI, at least that’s my understanding?
Yes, You could always try
@@PressureCleaningSch update: it works and it doesn’t. I used my first xjet M5 rated up to 3k psi. I used a jrod for my 4GPM, and only the soap tips worked, poorly. The rinse tips, or the ones with a smaller diameter caused the draw line to shoot off. Not really worth it.
I noticed the lower, or bottom tier xjet I was using did not have the orafice inside, it only had the spring. I’m sure if someone wanted to drill press a larger diameter internally, it would work. But as is, too much “back pressure” I’ll call it. Worth a shot. I was trying to have an xjet for house washing and a seperate for concrete without batching or using/exchanging the plastic proportioners.
Nice information bubby
Thanks
I have a question on how to configure a downstream injector to push soap through an 18 foot extension wand while standing on a ladder. Should I move the injector closer to the extension wand to accomplish this. I am using a 4000psi 4gpm washer.
@@anthonyphilyaw8070 do you have a high draw injector?
@@erikservices I have both. High draw and adjustable.
I will try a high draw next time. Thanks for the info.
What’s the longest hose can you put on the x_jet mod?
I’ve gone 80 feet. I’ve heard some say they go 125-150
@@PressureCleaningSch I appreciate it Doug
Does this reduce the distance that it can reach?
No it does not
Can a downstream injector be used the same way in place of the Xjet by installing it at the end of the gun?
Steve Martin sure could. But would be a pain. You’d have to remove it or drop tube in fresh water bucket to rinse.
Doug. Where do you get your uniform shirts made?
All Kleen Softwash fin print
Doug, where do you get your pressure washing shirts from?
FinPrint- www.fin-print.com
I attempted this. When I did a bucket test, the flow water was pushed through the soap line the wrong way. Even if I throttled down.. I put the orifice and spring back in and it worked as it should. Why did this happen?
OMG!!! I can't believe I forgot to mention or show putting the orifice and spring back in. I'm so sorry and thank you for letting me know. I edited the video description to explain that. Again thanks.
@@PressureCleaningSch Whew! Thank you..I thought I had done something wrong..haha!
Doug Rucker I put the orifice and spring back but the water still shoots back down the soap line when I switch my jrod to rinse.
Can I rinse with this modification or just apply soap?
Couldn't you just remove the m5 twist, install a quick connect socket, then put a jrod in the quick connect?
Never tried it but doubt it work cause the M5 doesn’t have the flying and orfice
Are you still pulling the same amount of chemical thru the x jet
Yes....maybe a little more
@@PressureCleaningSch can you still use the m5 and get the same thing or do you have to use a jrod
I made the modification. However, when using the JROD as my tip, it only pulls chemicals from the jet soap tip and not the fan one. Any idea why?
That’s very odd. What size is the fan one?. Might need to try a little larger one.
@@PressureCleaningSch I just rewatched the video. Was I not supposed to put the spring and orifice back into the x jet when I take the back part off and attach the coupler? I put the spring and orifice back in
@@MrCedricPeterson yes the spring and office go back in like they were
@@PressureCleaningSch made a few adjustments and retested everything today…All is well👍🏽 thanks so much
@@MrCedricPeterson awesome. Thanks for letting me know
Is it necessary to remove the Orifice and the spring. How would it be if you left them in the housing?
You have to put it back in like it came out or it won’t work.
@@PressureCleaningSch then why would you even take it out?
@@TheWIPChristian to show people what they look like and what’s inside one
Is there anything else comparable to the X-jet?
There are some downstream injectors made to fit on the end of your gun but will work pretty much like an x yet
@@PressureCleaningSch awesome thanks for the reply!
Can you wash a roof with this setup right here?
I would not wash a roof with it. Great for houses though
Hi Doug, Could I softwash my own shingle roof with that setup or is the PSI still too high for roofs no matter what I do? I assume I could shoot 4-5% SH from the 5 gallon bucket. Although it probably won't last very long... I just want to softwash my own roof once a year - Am I stuck having to pay ~$600 for an entry level dedicate 12v system? (I have a basic 3000 PSI 2.0 GPM Pressure Washer). Thanks!
What type of lance are those
IS called a 12 Inch star shaped grip
If you're not using the proportioner, what is the pull ratio on an X-Jet? If I used straight 10.5 SH in the X-Jet bucket, what % is coming out of the wand?
Great videos #DougRucker. I think you've taught me more than anyone else I watch.
Use that XJet Modification
Appreciate it buddy
Hey, I followed your instructions to a t but when I go to use my modification the water pressure comes out of the nipple that is used to pick up the chemical. So I don't know what I did wrong. Anyone can help me
Make sure you put the spring end orfice back in how it came out. And use only the larger nozzles on the JRod. Soap high and soap low nozzles.
@@PressureCleaningSch your the man! I put the office and spring wrong lmao
@@pinealpinecone7060 awesome. Always something simple. I missed putting it back in my first video I made. Uggh