First off, thank you for sharing this video, very helpful, wish I would have viewed it earlier, lol. I am in the process of putting together a 12v system with a 5.5 everflo with 200ft of 1/2 flexzilla and a ST510 gun set up. I'm on a budget, so I'll be batch mixing and my goal is to do roofs from the ground/ladder. Trying not to step on roofs if I don't have to, after watching your video not sure if it will cut it or not. Thanks, Joe in SW FL.
If I can make a recommendation; I used to do Christmas lights in the winters and spent a lot of hours crawling along the edges of roofs and generally doing some very risky and dumb stuff to make money. However, experience has taught me that while being ON the roof is scarier, it’s also much safer than a ladder. Roofs don’t slip and fall over. Roofs don’t suddenly sink into soft ground, and roofs don’t shift with your weight. And if you do lose footing you can just lie on your back and your shirt will catch the tile. Stick to the spines and peaks and roofs are actually quite fun to work on.
Lollll when you said “ buy my course” i was like here we go….. I can see how realistic that $900 dollar a day goal is. I just started out as an actual business standpoint , I use to power wash houses as a kid, but since I started I’m constantly making close if not over 1000 a weekend with only 2-3 jobs at about 3 hrs at each job.Can’t wait until I have a constant work flow
I did order a 24v pump 10GPM North Star ,yesterday I’ll try it on my existing hose reel. I believe it’s a 1/2 hose on a maverick soft wash system. I’ll keep you guys, it comes end at the end of the month. Because remember when purchasing equipment make sure you get the stainless steel aluminum real the manifold inside, the real will be stainless steel will take longer to corrode than the metal reels . Make sure you do your research on the diameter of the manifold inside the rail. Are you gonna order a half inch or three-quarter inch?
Hey, great videos! So I’m just finishing my 12v setup (Delavan 7gpm 100psi, 3/4 drop stick and supply in/ out, Eley 3/4 hose reel. Most comments here seem to be: use 5/8 for feed hose to gun. Weight difference aside, would the gpm & pressure still be higher using 3/4 for the feed hose vs using 5/8? Anyone actually compare both sides? I’m looking for the best distance without overworking my pump. Appreciate everyone’s comments on this channel. Great learning resource!
Many thanks learned a lot. Regarding the 3/4 soft wash pump line, are you using a water hose? And would it be worth dragging the heavier line around a roof? And is there a softwash gun that can take advantage of the higher volume of flow? thanks
I've got 15 dead everflo pumps in my shed from previous seasons. Once I replaced 6 fuses on one job. I've also replaced 2 pumps in a week before. I'll never buy anything everflo touches again 😂
How many Ft of hose can you use on a 24v soft wash system and still get sufficient psi. I was gonna try to use 400 ft but wasn’t sure if I would still get good psi
I would run 3/4 from IBC bulk head to the manifold. You might need to reduce the 3/4 to 1/2 since most manifold are half inch, or just buy a 3/4 barb to 1/2 male npt to replace the 1/2 bard currently on the manifold. I'd rub 3/4 from the manifold to the pump. I will try to post a short video on this tomorrow
I'd like to see a 12V Northstar 5.5gpm bleach pump with 100psi. It'd be so much easier to replace something by going to a store than waiting on a pump to be shipped.
If my proportioner came with 1/2” barb connections, what’s the best way to go about hooking up 5/8” hose to my reel instead of 1/2” that I currently have?
Easy! Search for a 1/2" thread to 5/8 barb. That's what I put on my proportioner. Actually i 1/2" thread to 3/4 Barb and ran 3/4 bard from my tanks, to my pump, proportioner and reel. Then used a similar reducer barb for 1/2" thread on the reel to 5/8 hose
@@YoungAmbitionYA ok appreciate the response. im gonna do the same once I figure out why my 12v stream is pulsing so much whenever i put a gun/ball valve on the hose😠
Hey buddy, love your content. I used to live in a place called Clifton Park in the 90s. I worked at Albany County Airport. I have a trailer with a 10 gpm being built. Should be done this Friday. Anyways I'm building a softwash out of a 5.5 pump and a 30 gallon container. Do you reccomend the 5/8 garden hose or the 1/2 hose for that paticular everflo pump. i expect it to go out rather soon but its a way in the door for roofs and siding so I can put a tad hotter mix than I can downstream with. thanks. good luck and keep up the great vids.
hey! i grew up in albany and do a lot of work in the clifton park area! i would recommend plumbing your tank to your pump with 5/8 or 3/4 hose (you may need to get a 1/2” barb to 5/8 or 3/4 barb adapter/reducer since your 5.5 gpm is likely 1/2 in and out. plumbing this way from your tank to pump allows maximum flow to your pump, it will prefer to pull through a larger hose pulling larger volume of water. this also saves you money and time in the future. if you upgrade to a 6 or 7 or 8 gpm pump you will need to have a larger feed hose anyway. from the pump to your reel, and hose end, 1/2” works well on a 5.5 gpm pump. i have used a 5/8 on a 6gpm flo jet pump and liked that a lot too
Thank you for the reply. You gave me my answer. I'm 53 now and do handyman stuff but was pressurewashing in the 80s as a teen. I live in Georgia, so I'm hoping I can make a run at this, and it will add to or even surpass my handyman stuff. I will enjoy my new trailer build. Thank you again. Good luck to you, and say hello to the upstate, beautiful country.
Even on a budget set up I would get good hose. I like kuritec. I've used cheap hose like Flexzilla and the sh destroys it quickly. Kuritec and the like has a rubber inner hose which is designed for chem use.
Great video ! Information very valuable , you got this down to a science brother . I’m using a maverick soft wash 7 gallons per minute with accumulator with a half inch hose . I’m gonna purchase that 24 V pump from northern star. I’m gonna plum my system , so I can use the 24 V or the 12 V pump . Remember you’re gonna need a different orifice size on your J rods when you go from the 24 V pump to the 12 V to get the best pressure . My unit has accumulator for the 12 V system. I’ll let you guys know how things work out once I get the 24 V Northern star pump hooked up. When using the 24 V pump you’re going to need two batteries
Hey Brutha, love the content and transparency! I'm in the process of learning and eventually adding soft washing services to my family business and was wondering if you could give me your opinion on something? i have a 300ft hose real for my 12vlt everflo, what hose size and hose attachments should I get that give the best results for both chem(Red Hose) & rinse(Blue Hose)? Thanks You Much love from Jacksonville NC
@@YoungAmbitionYA hey there been watching your video for a minute now just started this year and going well so far. I hope your keeping busy brother. what fitting do you use to go from the normal 1/2" on a proportional to a 5/8 I'm having a hard time finding it. I also see you use the flowjet and that has a 1/2" in and 3/4 out I believe in the description of the pump. Could you please share a link of the fitting to fit that 5/8 hoes. I would love the extra reach but I also see in you video description the hoses are 3/4. I'm a little bit confused sorry. Hope all is well
@@YoungAmbitionYA Thanks! I just picked up a 1/2” Viton gun and am currently ordering all of the fittings to build it. I have my soft wash system plumbed with 3/4” line but haven’t used it yet.
What exactly are you using for your rinse set up? i 12v everything for application but i am trying to figure out a new method for rinsing... what would you recommend? was trying to decide between getting a 10gpm 24v with a 5/8 line or going big with a booster pump.. not sure if there is really that big of a difference
I was also rinsing with 12v or the home spigot. But if you look at newer vids I'm using an 8gpm pressure washer for wash and rinse. Took me a while to give in and get a 8gpm, but kicking myself that I didn't do it years ago. I'll never go back to 12v. The 8gpm is a game changer
@@YoungAmbitionYA oh thanks for the info, ya I've thought about going that route, I'm honestly so invested in just sticking to 12v for application... it's just what works best for me at the moment but honestly the only problem I'm facing is the rinse situation.. I just need to go with something with larger volume, but still haven't decided on a 24v 10gpm pump with 5/8 or booster pump.. 😫 it's a dilemma
I did that same song and dance. Got bigger 12v pumps, 1/2 to 5/8 hose. Constantly searching for more flow for rinse. Wasted tons of time and money. The answer isn't 12v. Just my honest opinion.
I have the everflo pump with the 1/2 connections to a 5/8 hose. Maybe that's the problem for me and my with work flow. How much do you pay for your truck if you don't mind me asking?
Everyone gets them. Before I leave I just tell the home owner if they see it don't panic. Just rinse with a hose. If you tell them upfront they don't call
I'm running an ever flow 5.5 on 200ft 1/2 hose with a mixer. How long can I run it without stopping before overheating the pump? Also thinking about connecting 2 pumps side by side have you see it done?
@@YoungAmbitionYA ever hear how that 2 pump setup worked out? Got a 5.5 gpm and an high flow 1.2 gpm laying around was thinking of doing an in-line setup. Figured the 1.2 could work as a booster pump.
Hey man I got a question so I’m a new business just starting my launch date is ina a week and I just started my 12v I have a 5.5 gpm and started spraying but it doesn’t seem like my flow of water is as strong as I want it to be I’m using a ryobi twist and the 40 degree tip set seems like really to small of a fan tip idk what to do I’m going to get a new hose I’m using a regular contractor grade hose 3/4 I’m going to get Flexilla100ft I’m thinking about just using the color tips from pressure washer to get the distance and strength I need
You don't want those tips. Not enough flow you're going to burn up your pump. Google jrod. They're the metal tips. Usually comes a 4 set. 3 fan options and a shooter or 2 shooters and a fan. Should have options for a 5gpm jrod. That's what you want
Currently spending +$3000/month on marketing from a local consumer investigator. But the leads have no issue on price (50% close rate) I was nervous about how much I was paying, but looked up my week and saw I made $3k in 3 days of work. Marketing is MUST
Hey bro quick question. Building 12v system now. I know you aint about Everflow but its where I'm starting. Am I good to use 1/2" suction hose that supplies 200" of 5/8 flexzilla hose?
I don't think 1/2 everflo in/out ports with 1/2 from tank to pump and then 5/8 to wand will work well. Someone recently left that comment too I believe after trying it. The flojet I use has 3/4 in/out ports, 3/4 tank to pump, 3/4 pump to reel then 5/8 to wand. The pump by design wants more feed and more flow. 1/2 might not produce enough to work the 5/8 properly
@@YoungAmbitionYA yes after researching i see where whatever the size the pump port is, you should double the size of the suction hose. I also learned that if you use any type of garden hose fittings on the suction side, it increases the chance of air being introduced into the system.
it all makes sense to me to run 3/4" from tank-to-pump and pump-to-reel and even on the reel, but what size bulkhead is on your reel? I'm having trouble finding a reel that has a 3/4" bulkhead and swivel on it to avoid a bottleneck there
@@YoungAmbitionYA how many feet of 5/8” are you running? Currently I’ve got a 7gpm 12v with 250’ of 1/2” and that thing will build pressure and do well for about 5 seconds after pulling the trigger then it dwindles to a pathetic dribble lol
@@kingandrewton 200 ft of 5/8. Your pump is being suffocated. It will likely burn out soon. Its producing way more flow then the hose and nozzle are allowing it to flow. I have a 5.5 gpm that has 3/4 in and out connections reduced to 1/2 in hose for roofs and it struggles. Your pump will do better on 5/8
@@YoungAmbitionYA I appreciate the help my man!! One last question, where did you buy your 5/8 hose? I looked at the links in the description but they only mention 1/2 & 3/4
Damn good video. Learned a ton and it didn't cost me a penny! Will definitely try the FloJet too. Great stuff as always. Quick question... using 3/4 feed, 5/8 hose... but what size is your hose reel manifold? 1/2?
Try Angie's, yard signs, Google ads and a business page. You can't stay busy just with Facebook. Marketing is important and should be a big part of your monthly expense. I spend about 2k. Little marketing returns little revenue. I'm thinking about trying door to door sales soon
Dude. I had a random guy call me saying he was from Angi’s leads saying he could get me jobs for between 10 to 40 ish (rough numbers) I though it was a scam! Any info would be great.
Thanks for a great video on an important topic people often overlook (including myself). I will say, though... I fucking hate Angi's/HomeAdvisor. They got me started with getting some jobs in my first year on the side of my regular job, but they are super sketchy and way over-priced compared to flyers, hangers, yard signs, postcards, etc. Especially the "Opportunities" section. Lots of bad "opportunities" that cost $56 for an address and email of someone who won't answer you because they've had 5 calls from 5 contractors in 20 minutes 😂
Remco makes the Fatboy. I have the 7gpm Remco 60psi and using 200' of 1/2" hose, not really happy with the distance. How much more distance are you getting from the 5/8". Great video, keep'm coming Thanks
So I’m actually in the process of building the same rig southeast softwash is selling. Unfortunately they are way out on scheduling. Started my own business in hopes to begin washing here in the next week or two. Wiring and plumping are in the works right now. My question for you is are u still using the 1/2” proportioning valves then coming out 3/4” to the pump? Also I enjoy you’re content very much man. Keep it up!
Yes 1/2 valves with 3/4 fittings in and out. Impossible to find 3/4 meter valves at the moment. Go 3/4 from tank to pump and 5/8 on the reel. You won't regret it
Awesome I appreciate the info! Any chance we could keep in touch via phone? I’m up in the New Hampshire Seacoast area and new to the industry. Was hoping to bounce off some ideas if possible. Again thanks for a quick response!
Hell build your own 24v, I think you can just wire 2 -12v together and let’er eat! … I’ll find out this weekend 🤣 Seriously, I gotta get 5/8 or maybe 3/4 hose for my twin 5.5 setup, 1/2” hose ain’t cutting it… one pump or the other will always jog on/off and I tried adjusting the pressure switches too, still no go! Needs Mo-Flow baby!
Let me know 😂. I think 3/4 will be quite heavy to move around full of water and sh, especially 150 ft. 5/8 isn't bad but is significantly heavier than 1/2
Yeah, good thought! I’ll try the 5/8” hose first😊 Part of my issue may be different pumps (5.3 Remco & 5.5 Everflow… got another 5.5 coming). Hell, worse case, if it doesn’t pan-out, I’ll give one of the 3 pumps to my son to batch mix with and use one for a transfer and just go back to a single 12v setup but, I think the 5/8” hose will help even with a single pump. Edit… I love experimenting with these type things anyway. 😁
I just got a call from a Angi rep the other day offered me a $100 fee for a year I just had to pay 30/40 per lead he gave me I thought it was a scam so I declined..:(
You wasted 10 minutes and 3 seconds of my time. Why would you title this video about hose flow then ramble on about 12v vs. 24v pumps? Good content for someone interested in soft wash pumps, but you literally said nothing about hose flow. So, thanks for nothing.
“Literally showed them side by side”?!! I heard you make some offhanded comments (for about 30 seconds) about reach with a hose, but you never showed the 2 hoses and the differences they produce at all. Bro, just give the content the title says. A vs. video is a vs. video and you didn’t do a vs. video.
Man that “sitting in a housing unit hating life” hit home. Keep putting out the great content. You’ve helped me learn a lot
🙏🤙
First off, thank you for sharing this video, very helpful, wish I would have viewed it earlier, lol. I am in the process of putting together a 12v system with a 5.5 everflo with 200ft of 1/2 flexzilla and a ST510 gun set up. I'm on a budget, so I'll be batch mixing and my goal is to do roofs from the ground/ladder. Trying not to step on roofs if I don't have to, after watching your video not sure if it will cut it or not. Thanks, Joe in SW FL.
1 year into the biz this is what I do
If I can make a recommendation;
I used to do Christmas lights in the winters and spent a lot of hours crawling along the edges of roofs and generally doing some very risky and dumb stuff to make money. However, experience has taught me that while being ON the roof is scarier, it’s also much safer than a ladder. Roofs don’t slip and fall over. Roofs don’t suddenly sink into soft ground, and roofs don’t shift with your weight. And if you do lose footing you can just lie on your back and your shirt will catch the tile. Stick to the spines and peaks and roofs are actually quite fun to work on.
Thanks for all your videos. You're the only real and honest pressure washer I've seen on the internet. Much blessing to you!
🙏thanks scott!
Lollll when you said “ buy my course” i was like here we go….. I can see how realistic that $900 dollar a day goal is. I just started out as an actual business standpoint , I use to power wash houses as a kid, but since I started I’m constantly making close if not over 1000 a weekend with only 2-3 jobs at about 3 hrs at each job.Can’t wait until I have a constant work flow
Yeah bro most days are over 900 if you grind 🤙
other than putting jb weld on the hose clips inlet and outlet and putting dielectric grease on the switch I love the 58 to 60 ft on my 24 volt
Nothing some JB can't fix!
@@YoungAmbitionYA the best welder in the world and he's always available LOL
Man your dead ass the most legit washer I watch your my favorite definitely learning a lot from you man keep up the good work!
Glad to help bro! Thanks! 🤙
I did order a 24v pump 10GPM North Star ,yesterday I’ll try it on my existing hose reel. I believe it’s a 1/2 hose on a maverick soft wash system. I’ll keep you guys, it comes end at the end of the month. Because remember when purchasing equipment make sure you get the stainless steel aluminum real the manifold inside, the real will be stainless steel will take longer to corrode than the metal reels . Make sure you do your research on the diameter of the manifold inside the rail. Are you gonna order a half inch or three-quarter inch?
I put my 5/8 hose on a reel with a 1/2 manifold. All I could find at the time. The manifold is only about 6 inches and doesn't seem to impede flow
I’m binge watching all the vids i missed the few months. I enjoy your your channel. Wash on….
Whats up man! 🤙
Working the day with you was well worth the drive from NY!
You were a big help! Am I not in NY? 🤷♀️😂
😂 Rochester. Hey it’s been a long day of washing
Hey, great videos!
So I’m just finishing my 12v setup (Delavan 7gpm 100psi, 3/4 drop stick and supply in/ out, Eley 3/4 hose reel.
Most comments here seem to be: use 5/8 for feed hose to gun. Weight difference aside, would the gpm & pressure still be higher using 3/4 for the feed hose vs using 5/8?
Anyone actually compare both sides? I’m looking for the best distance without overworking my pump.
Appreciate everyone’s comments on this channel. Great learning resource!
Many thanks learned a lot. Regarding the 3/4 soft wash pump line, are you using a water hose? And would it be worth dragging the heavier line around a roof? And is there a softwash gun that can take advantage of the higher volume of flow? thanks
Bro hahahahah when you said buy my course… my face went to 😒. Like your videos man. I’m trying to learn as much as I can before I hop into something
Bro, I was so disappointed for a second there. lmao. "Buy my course for $500." haha, Right on . Love the videos man.
Haha🤣 knew I'd get a couple of you! Never gonna happen bro lol
I found out this week that the Northstar pump is manufactured by Everflo. The Everflow pump will be available in June and it’s the exact same pump.
I've got 15 dead everflo pumps in my shed from previous seasons. Once I replaced 6 fuses on one job. I've also replaced 2 pumps in a week before. I'll never buy anything everflo touches again 😂
Could you make a vdo explaining your rig with the cem hose and water hose ? Never seen this
There is one posted recently
@@YoungAmbitionYA the 12v plumbing video?
"Wash truck plumbing and equipment" from a month ago
Noticed you sprayed directly into the weatherhead covering electric lines. This ok to do?
They should be weather tight by code. Around areas like that are usually the dirtiest
Did you bypass the hose reel with the 5/8?
@@amg_4u yes sir
Same one I use. I’d like to have whatever tip that is.
davis shooter tip
I live about an hour south of Rochester and just getting my foot in the door in the business love to learn some stuff from yall
Lots of info here!
Seeing I'm in Montreal, i had the same idea to come see you and get my hands dirty lol
How many Ft of hose can you use on a 24v soft wash system and still get sufficient psi. I was gonna try to use 400 ft but wasn’t sure if I would still get good psi
Never used a 24v so not sure. I think you would be fine with 400. I'd get two 200ft hoses and when needed link them together with cam couplers.
Thank you so much bro
What setup are you using to wash and rinse?
in this vid 12 v flojet. but now in newer vids i use a gas 8gpm
I have 1/2” hose Inlet to my pump and 5/8. Is it necessary to have it all 5/8?
Nice Video!
Did I understand correctly that you're feeding your 5/8" hose with 3/4"? So 3/4" supply line to the pump and from the pump to the reel?
Exactly!
I need some help please. I have A REMCO 7GPM along with a blend manifold. What size hose should I be running from IBC tote and from pump to manifold ?
I would run 3/4 from IBC bulk head to the manifold. You might need to reduce the 3/4 to 1/2 since most manifold are half inch, or just buy a 3/4 barb to 1/2 male npt to replace the 1/2 bard currently on the manifold. I'd rub 3/4 from the manifold to the pump. I will try to post a short video on this tomorrow
@@YoungAmbitionYA I appreciate it
I'd like to see a 12V Northstar 5.5gpm bleach pump with 100psi. It'd be so much easier to replace something by going to a store than waiting on a pump to be shipped.
If my proportioner came with 1/2” barb connections, what’s the best way to go about hooking up 5/8” hose to my reel instead of 1/2” that I currently have?
Easy! Search for a 1/2" thread to 5/8 barb. That's what I put on my proportioner. Actually i 1/2" thread to 3/4 Barb and ran 3/4 bard from my tanks, to my pump, proportioner and reel. Then used a similar reducer barb for 1/2" thread on the reel to 5/8 hose
@@YoungAmbitionYA ok appreciate the response. im gonna do the same once I figure out why my 12v stream is pulsing so much whenever i put a gun/ball valve on the hose😠
Would 1/2 (1/4) air hose work for 12v pump? Im looking dor 1/2 max id hybrid polymers style hose. What do you suggest?
no, air hose will rot quick. doesn’t have a chem liner
Hey buddy, love your content. I used to live in a place called Clifton Park in the 90s. I worked at Albany County Airport. I have a trailer with a 10
gpm being built. Should be done this Friday. Anyways I'm building a softwash out of a 5.5 pump and a 30 gallon container. Do you reccomend the 5/8 garden hose or the 1/2 hose for that paticular everflo pump. i expect it to go out rather soon but its a way in the door for roofs and siding so I can put a tad hotter mix than I can downstream with. thanks. good luck and keep up the great vids.
hey! i grew up in albany and do a lot of work in the clifton park area! i would recommend plumbing your tank to your pump with 5/8 or 3/4 hose (you may need to get a 1/2” barb to 5/8 or 3/4 barb adapter/reducer since your 5.5 gpm is likely 1/2 in and out. plumbing this way from your tank to pump allows maximum flow to your pump, it will prefer to pull through a larger hose pulling larger volume of water. this also saves you money and time in the future. if you upgrade to a 6 or 7 or 8 gpm pump you will need to have a larger feed hose anyway.
from the pump to your reel, and hose end, 1/2” works well on a 5.5 gpm pump. i have used a 5/8 on a 6gpm flo jet pump and liked that a lot too
Thank you for the reply. You gave me my answer. I'm 53 now and do handyman stuff but was pressurewashing in the 80s as a teen. I live in Georgia, so I'm hoping I can make a run at this, and it will add to or even surpass my handyman stuff. I will enjoy my new trailer build. Thank you again. Good luck to you, and say hello to the upstate, beautiful country.
What kind of 5/8 hose do you recommend for a budget setup?
Even on a budget set up I would get good hose. I like kuritec. I've used cheap hose like Flexzilla and the sh destroys it quickly. Kuritec and the like has a rubber inner hose which is designed for chem use.
How many feet of 5/8’s hose can you hold on that reel?
200
Great video ! Information very valuable , you got this down to a science brother .
I’m using a maverick soft wash 7 gallons per minute with accumulator with a half inch hose . I’m gonna purchase that 24 V pump from northern star. I’m gonna plum my system , so I can use the 24 V or the 12 V pump .
Remember you’re gonna need a different orifice size on your J rods when you go from the 24 V pump to the 12 V to get the best pressure . My unit has accumulator for the 12 V system. I’ll let you guys know how things work out once I get the 24 V Northern star pump hooked up.
When using the 24 V pump you’re going to need two batteries
Let me know about the 24! Sounds like a good setup!
Thanks for sharing, i really appreciate it. Could you please let me know how much Angi's list charge for the initial contract?
I think it's 299/year for membership and then the leads are extra
Hey Brutha, love the content and transparency! I'm in the process of learning and eventually adding soft washing services to my family business and was wondering if you could give me your opinion on something? i have a 300ft hose real for my 12vlt everflo, what hose size and hose attachments should I get that give the best results for both chem(Red Hose) & rinse(Blue Hose)?
Thanks You
Much love from Jacksonville NC
Get a flojet 6gpm pump and 5/8 kuritec hose. Works wonders. Everflo will only let you down
@@YoungAmbitionYA hey there been watching your video for a minute now just started this year and going well so far. I hope your keeping busy brother. what fitting do you use to go from the normal 1/2" on a proportional to a 5/8 I'm having a hard time finding it. I also see you use the flowjet and that has a 1/2" in and 3/4 out I believe in the description of the pump. Could you please share a link of the fitting to fit that 5/8 hoes. I would love the extra reach but I also see in you video description the hoses are 3/4. I'm a little bit confused sorry. Hope all is well
@@joshlang4660 hey Josh. I use 5/8 kuritech hose. It comes with 1/2 male threads. So no adapters needed. The flojet I use is 3/4 ports
Quick question! What size fittings do you have at the gun, including the DN10 Valve? Are they 1/2”?
What's up Alex. The blue hose is 5/8" kuritec with 1/2" in male npt ends. It's a 1/2" DN15.
1/2 male plug and Coupler too into the st510 gun
@@YoungAmbitionYA Thanks man! The drastic difference in range on your two setups is crazy!
@@YoungAmbitionYA Thanks! I just picked up a 1/2” Viton gun and am currently ordering all of the fittings to build it. I have my soft wash system plumbed with 3/4” line but haven’t used it yet.
Doing it right
What exactly are you using for your rinse set up? i 12v everything for application but i am trying to figure out a new method for rinsing... what would you recommend? was trying to decide between getting a 10gpm 24v with a 5/8 line or going big with a booster pump.. not sure if there is really that big of a difference
I was also rinsing with 12v or the home spigot. But if you look at newer vids I'm using an 8gpm pressure washer for wash and rinse. Took me a while to give in and get a 8gpm, but kicking myself that I didn't do it years ago. I'll never go back to 12v. The 8gpm is a game changer
@@YoungAmbitionYA oh thanks for the info, ya I've thought about going that route, I'm honestly so invested in just sticking to 12v for application... it's just what works best for me at the moment but honestly the only problem I'm facing is the rinse situation.. I just need to go with something with larger volume, but still haven't decided on a 24v 10gpm pump with 5/8 or booster pump.. 😫 it's a dilemma
I did that same song and dance. Got bigger 12v pumps, 1/2 to 5/8 hose. Constantly searching for more flow for rinse. Wasted tons of time and money. The answer isn't 12v. Just my honest opinion.
I have the everflo pump with the 1/2 connections to a 5/8 hose. Maybe that's the problem for me and my with work flow. How much do you pay for your truck if you don't mind me asking?
Yes might be not enough pump power to feed the 5/8. My monthly pmt is 499 or did you mean the full price?
@@YoungAmbitionYA will get one of those pump that you have a try it. No it was the monthly payment. What year, was it a 72 month plan?
@@cleanmaxexteriorpowerwashing 2016 and yes 72 I believe
I've wondered, if a largest I.D., such as the 3/4" I.D. would provide more water volume?
Give and take. 200ft of 3/4 filled with water/sh is going to make for a tiring job, especially if it's 90 degrees out and your on your 3rd of 5 jobs 😁
@@YoungAmbitionYA but, if your running a sprinkler and not dragging the hose around a lot, it would provide more volume.
If I was up there I would help to learn with u any day!
I’ll settle for ur channel!
Live from NC!
Meet up with my buddy chris. He washes in Charleston
How are you rinsing?
I have a 12v pump plumbed to 100 gallon buffer tanks and then feeds my blue hose. Some times I use the home owners spigot if they have great pressure
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How do you keep from getting weep hole drips and getting a call back. Those things are killing me.
Everyone gets them. Before I leave I just tell the home owner if they see it don't panic. Just rinse with a hose. If you tell them upfront they don't call
@@YoungAmbitionYA the problem with that and with what I'm dealing with is the dirt drying on the siding and causing stains.
Pack up your rinse hose last. Give the house a few minutes to leak while your pack everything else up. Then do a final walk and rinse leaks if needed
I have to come up there for a day also.
Let's do it brotha.. message me on FB
What size and brand pump are you using for this video?
Nvm i found the answer to my question in your video lol
I'm running an ever flow 5.5 on 200ft 1/2 hose with a mixer. How long can I run it without stopping before overheating the pump? Also thinking about connecting 2 pumps side by side have you see it done?
A while. I beat mine up and it doesn't overheat. Someone I know is trying the two pumps this weekend
@@YoungAmbitionYA thank you sir!
@@YoungAmbitionYA ever hear how that 2 pump setup worked out? Got a 5.5 gpm and an high flow 1.2 gpm laying around was thinking of doing an in-line setup. Figured the 1.2 could work as a booster pump.
Hey man I got a question so I’m a new business just starting my launch date is ina a week and I just started my 12v I have a 5.5 gpm and started spraying but it doesn’t seem like my flow of water is as strong as I want it to be I’m using a ryobi twist and the 40 degree tip set seems like really to small of a fan tip idk what to do I’m going to get a new hose I’m using a regular contractor grade hose 3/4 I’m going to get Flexilla100ft I’m thinking about just using the color tips from pressure washer to get the distance and strength I need
You don't want those tips. Not enough flow you're going to burn up your pump. Google jrod. They're the metal tips. Usually comes a 4 set. 3 fan options and a shooter or 2 shooters and a fan. Should have options for a 5gpm jrod. That's what you want
Always making good videos and not selling anything lol, I am waiting a little on the 24v but want one bad. Good stuff 👍
Thanks! Glad you like them! Yes waiting to see them get tested a bit
@@YoungAmbitionYA one question I’ve never asked you, do you rinse everything with a 12v also or do you use a pressure washer?? Thanks.
Funny people say stay away from Angie's but I'm sure that's how they get there leads and don't want anyone else getting them
Currently spending +$3000/month on marketing from a local consumer investigator. But the leads have no issue on price (50% close rate)
I was nervous about how much I was paying, but looked up my week and saw I made $3k in 3 days of work.
Marketing is MUST
100% bro
Consumer investigator?
@@carwashsoap yes
In Georgia, his name and brand is TrustDale
Look it up
A lot of 55+ customers who don't mind my price.
Hey bro quick question. Building 12v system now. I know you aint about Everflow but its where I'm starting. Am I good to use 1/2" suction hose that supplies 200" of 5/8 flexzilla hose?
I don't think 1/2 everflo in/out ports with 1/2 from tank to pump and then 5/8 to wand will work well. Someone recently left that comment too I believe after trying it. The flojet I use has 3/4 in/out ports, 3/4 tank to pump, 3/4 pump to reel then 5/8 to wand. The pump by design wants more feed and more flow. 1/2 might not produce enough to work the 5/8 properly
@@YoungAmbitionYA yes after researching i see where whatever the size the pump port is, you should double the size of the suction hose. I also learned that if you use any type of garden hose fittings on the suction side, it increases the chance of air being introduced into the system.
@@YoungAmbitionYA can you tell me what series flow jet you are using?
@@stevanhoffman4240 FJR8600144A
it all makes sense to me to run 3/4" from tank-to-pump and pump-to-reel and even on the reel, but what size bulkhead is on your reel? I'm having trouble finding a reel that has a 3/4" bulkhead and swivel on it to avoid a bottleneck there
It's a 1/2 reel. It's like a 7 inch manifold at most it doesn't bottleneck too bad. Mine flows like a beast with no issues.
@@YoungAmbitionYA how many feet of 5/8” are you running? Currently I’ve got a 7gpm 12v with 250’ of 1/2” and that thing will build pressure and do well for about 5 seconds after pulling the trigger then it dwindles to a pathetic dribble lol
@@kingandrewton 200 ft of 5/8. Your pump is being suffocated. It will likely burn out soon. Its producing way more flow then the hose and nozzle are allowing it to flow. I have a 5.5 gpm that has 3/4 in and out connections reduced to 1/2 in hose for roofs and it struggles. Your pump will do better on 5/8
@@YoungAmbitionYA I appreciate the help my man!! One last question, where did you buy your 5/8 hose? I looked at the links in the description but they only mention 1/2 & 3/4
Nevermind, I found 5/8 kuri tec on amazon... are you pretty satisfied with kuri tec's flexibility?
For the 5/8 hose what are you running? Garden hose or something?
5/8 kuri tec
@@YoungAmbitionYA how many ft?
Hey bro! Do you use a CRM? If so which one?
Markate brother. It's sweet
@@YoungAmbitionYA nice!!! Say no more. Thanks 😊
Damn good video. Learned a ton and it didn't cost me a penny! Will definitely try the FloJet too. Great stuff as always. Quick question... using 3/4 feed, 5/8 hose... but what size is your hose reel manifold? 1/2?
Thanks! Hose reel has a 1/2 inch manifold. Doest seem to bother the flow much
@@YoungAmbitionYA Roger that! FloJet ordered. Will give it a test. Thanks again!
Struggling with getting any leads right now. Kinda in panic mode. Facebook ads are not doing anything for me
Try Angie's, yard signs, Google ads and a business page. You can't stay busy just with Facebook. Marketing is important and should be a big part of your monthly expense. I spend about 2k. Little marketing returns little revenue. I'm thinking about trying door to door sales soon
By the way. The 12V was just a short on a loose wire. I'll buy your course for 5.00!!! I thought we had fight club rules about Angi???
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Dude. I had a random guy call me saying he was from Angi’s leads saying he could get me jobs for between 10 to 40 ish (rough numbers) I though it was a scam! Any info would be great.
Angie's is legit
Thanks for a great video on an important topic people often overlook (including myself). I will say, though... I fucking hate Angi's/HomeAdvisor. They got me started with getting some jobs in my first year on the side of my regular job, but they are super sketchy and way over-priced compared to flyers, hangers, yard signs, postcards, etc. Especially the "Opportunities" section. Lots of bad "opportunities" that cost $56 for an address and email of someone who won't answer you because they've had 5 calls from 5 contractors in 20 minutes 😂
Remco makes the Fatboy. I have the 7gpm Remco 60psi and using 200' of 1/2" hose, not really happy with the distance. How much more distance are you getting from the 5/8".
Great video, keep'm coming
Thanks
7gpm would be great on 5/8. My flojet 6gpm shoots more volume and probably another 5 or better than the same pump on 1/2
Thanks for the info
So I’m actually in the process of building the same rig southeast softwash is selling. Unfortunately they are way out on scheduling. Started my own business in hopes to begin washing here in the next week or two. Wiring and plumping are in the works right now. My question for you is are u still using the 1/2” proportioning valves then coming out 3/4” to the pump? Also I enjoy you’re content very much man. Keep it up!
Yes 1/2 valves with 3/4 fittings in and out. Impossible to find 3/4 meter valves at the moment. Go 3/4 from tank to pump and 5/8 on the reel. You won't regret it
Awesome I appreciate the info! Any chance we could keep in touch via phone? I’m up in the New Hampshire Seacoast area and new to the industry. Was hoping to bounce off some ideas if possible. Again thanks for a quick response!
RAMCO makes the Fatboy , sooooo good
Hell build your own 24v, I think you can just wire 2 -12v together and let’er eat! … I’ll find out this weekend 🤣
Seriously, I gotta get 5/8 or maybe 3/4 hose for my twin 5.5 setup, 1/2” hose ain’t cutting it… one pump or the other will always jog on/off and I tried adjusting the pressure switches too, still no go! Needs Mo-Flow baby!
Let me know 😂. I think 3/4 will be quite heavy to move around full of water and sh, especially 150 ft. 5/8 isn't bad but is significantly heavier than 1/2
Yeah, good thought! I’ll try the 5/8” hose first😊
Part of my issue may be different pumps (5.3 Remco & 5.5 Everflow… got another 5.5 coming). Hell, worse case, if it doesn’t pan-out, I’ll give one of the 3 pumps to my son to batch mix with and use one for a transfer and just go back to a single 12v setup but, I think the 5/8” hose will help even with a single pump.
Edit… I love experimenting with these type things anyway. 😁
@@tomuzagregv.8300 I'm interested to see how it goes!
Yeah Remco makes the Fat boys and I've heard talk of them doing a 24V and that would be my goto 💯 %
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I just got a call from a Angi rep the other day offered me a $100 fee for a year I just had to pay 30/40 per lead he gave me I thought it was a scam so I declined..:(
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Remco makes the fat boy
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Angie list to saturated in my area you end up spending more in leads then you make doing jobs.
Yeah i hear it's bad all over. Door to door, mailers, signs never fail
You wasted 10 minutes and 3 seconds of my time. Why would you title this video about hose flow then ramble on about 12v vs. 24v pumps? Good content for someone interested in soft wash pumps, but you literally said nothing about hose flow. So, thanks for nothing.
Literally showed them side by side
5/8 flow is way better then 1/2 hose. I use 5/8 flexzilla hose for my soft wash system.
“Literally showed them side by side”?!! I heard you make some offhanded comments (for about 30 seconds) about reach with a hose, but you never showed the 2 hoses and the differences they produce at all. Bro, just give the content the title says. A vs. video is a vs. video and you didn’t do a vs. video.
@@kemikal555 well now your just wasting both our time
Thank you for that side by side comparison of the flow. It convinced me. I appreciate all the work you put in to these videos.
Haha just buy my $500 course and I'll tell you how... those smucks
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Hey bro love the content and love the hustle, just seeing if you have an ig I can follow
i don’t sorry
5/8 line and 3/4 feed, same pump, what was the pumps gpm?