5x8 Pressure Washing Trailer Review (Budget Build)

[@law0472]

Love the channel name and the build. Great job. I’m helping my son who’s 16 start up and don’t want to over complicate it.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Thank you! Yeah it’s super user-friendly and easy to maintain.

[@lDubstepTime]

Good efficient setup buddy. I just upgraded my honda gx 390 from a 4gpm to a 5.5gpm by just adding a new pump to the engine. Im not sure if you already do this but a good trick for downstreaming is using the xjet m5 twist for soaping, and then switching to the xjet (the one with the brass barb coming out the bottom) for rinsing. The orifice hole on the xjet is small and doesnt allow the injector to pull chemical so its basically a manual on and off switch without having to walk to the trailer.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Great advice. Thank you!!

[@jacobkelso9867]

Super nice build!

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Thank you for watching!

[@dre_withthek1655]

I was thinking about buying that same trailer off of market place, but im deciding to just save my money and build my own. These arent bad for 5k, but i just want to be hands on with the build.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Yeah it isn’t worth 5k. The guy was really nice, but it was definitely a rushed build and the softwash setup was pulling straight bleach because they don’t use metering valves. You could get more for 5k in your own build for sure.

[@dre_withthek1655]

@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC yea I figured it wasn't. I been doing alot of research on stuff and I saw I could get all the Tanks for around $150 bucks so how was it worth 5k.

[@WestFloridaLocks]

Great video. I watched the bypass injection video and was wondering about the using of a 12 volt system. Seems that the 12 volt system requires changing out the pump often vs is your pressure washer with the injection system is more cost effective. I know with that method you have to walk back to the trailer to turn the knob for water What are your thoughts

[@RustyShackle-v9u]

Whats the opinion on just using the 12v for pre and post treatment instead of downstreaming? I like the idea of less wear items with just running water through the pressure side.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

I pre and post treat with 12v or my electric pump sprayer sometimes. I usually don’t downstream treat because it a strong enough mix.

[@johnhall7940]

Not sure why they were telling you that they wished to keep their 4gpm. When I bought my 8gpm, I had zero need for the 4gpm unit. Sold it immediately and glad I did.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

@@johnhall7940 really? That makes me want to upgrade. I feel like I’ve outgrown the 4 pretty fast but haven’t pulled the trigger on any upgrades yet.

[@johnhall7940]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC I cant imagine a 4gpm taking space on my rig.

[@JakeRice-qu4rm]

You could always swap out your 4pm pump for a 5-5.5gpm pump on that engine… you will have less pressure but should still be sufficient for everything you mentioned. Save from buying a whole different machine that way.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Yeah I’m not sure exactly what I want to do yet. That’ll likely be my next upgrade though.

[@Southeast-Pressure-LLC]

Looks like you need a 40 mesh inline filter from your water source to the pressure washer. I have 1 at my hose reel and one before the unit

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Yes I definitely do need an inline filter!!

[@Southeast-Pressure-LLC]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC get one asap bro that can save your pressure washer from burning up from dirt etc getting In . They're 13$ on Amazon for a 1 inch 40 mesh I've even found them for 9.99 and my pressure washer is almost 3,000 protect them at all cost from customers water you won't believe what I pull out my inline filters . Lizards etc

[@Southeast-Pressure-LLC]

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[@Fromgreentoclean]

I have the 4GPM I think the 5GPM would be the perfect all round pump

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

I just got an offer to clean a hotel build my so now my mind is spinning about an 8 gpm again. I could probably fit an 8 on my trailer but that’s expensive lol.

[@Fromgreentoclean]

It is but u got the buffer tank for it so take the jump lol

[@before-and-after-pro-wash]

Nice trailer man! I have the predator 4.2 GPM and I've been looking at a 8 GPM as well but also thinking about the 5.5 GPM. I think I'm going to do the 5.5 first and if the season goes good I will get the 8 GPM. You can check my trailer out as well.lets have a amazing wash season.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

I honestly wouldn’t mind having both on a trailer for water use purposes. Appreciate the input!!

[@Allcoastlawnandpressurewashing]

How are those hose reels holding up on the side of the trailer. Are they only secured with bolts or did you also weld them on the trailer? Do they get loose sometimes after numerous travel on the trailer?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

@@Allcoastlawnandpressurewashing yep they’re just secured by bolts with loctite. No issues at all. They’re just used for storage now. Check out my new video with the 8gpm!

[@keyzopendoorz123]

What size is that trailer ? This is exactly what I’m trying to do . What kind of water tanks are in the back of the iBC tank ? I like that

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

@@keyzopendoorz123 it’s 5x8. Honestly I don’t know where the tanks came from. They’re 55 gallon plastic drums

[@keyzopendoorz123]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC does the 55 gallon last you when you put on a job ?

[@keyzopendoorz123]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC and what do both drums hold ? Surfactant and SH ?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

@@keyzopendoorz123 one tank used to hold water and I had the soft wash setup run separate. Now it’s an extra SH tank. I usually just use 1 55gal and keep it as a spare

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[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

lol it’s rare that people know the meaning of the name. I hit a good win in 2020 during Covid and used the funds to build my detailing business. I still hold XRP til the cows come home 🚀

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[@davidintili6647]

Only a Matter of time before someone does on the highway with you running a single axle trailer with that tote. If you’re not driving with that weight you’re still filling up on a job and that’s too much weight for that trailer. As far as the small machine, yeah man, if you wanna do the job right and quick and 8 gallon permanent machine is the way to go there’s no way you’re doing two or three jobs a day with that little machine and doing it the right way

[@wvusmitty1733]

Nice setup 💪🏼 Where did you get your proportioner valves…? Link?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

cigarcitysoftwash.com/a/p/products/copy-of-priority-mixer

[@alananchondo4929]

Do you think that the reason the sh doesn't corrode the trailer as much when aired out is because it being exposed to air and not in a closed container weakens the chemical?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Doug Rucker has a video about venting your SH tank on his channel. He explains it better than I do. From what I can tell, venting it may actually keep it more stable if you store your trailer outside. There’s some controversy behind it, but the corrosion seems to be a lot more manageable since I added the vent.

[@KingdomKleenPW]

How has that Duromax engine been working for you? Im thinking of getting the 500cc 20hp one.

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

It does good for its purpose. The small gas tank is inconvenient, but it gets the job done. Starts every time.

[@bretlagasse3560]

I have a 5x8 Trailer and was debating on converting it. I bought a tank like that to put on it. Just need to figure out how to plumb it. I was going to run a very similar soft wash system as well. Without batch mixing. Are you using that 20" surface cleaner with the 4GPM without an issue?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Yeah thankfully I’ve never had to batch mix. I do a lot of down steaming and only usually break out the 12v to pre and post treat concrete. And that’s actually a 16” BE cleaner. I had a knock off 20” and it did okay but the 16 definitely runs better with the 4gpm.

[@bretlagasse3560]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC I've had somebody telling me they run a 20" with a 4gpm, but you have to walk slower with it. It may actually be quicker with a 16" Do you feel like you cover a good area with the 16"? I have a 14" right now, but with a 2.3 GPM, it isn't great lol.

[@dep3233]

How long do those pump sprayer last?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Honestly they’re really inconsistent lol. I go through them like crazy between detailing and pressure washing

[@tyriceholliday4151]

How are those valves

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

@@tyriceholliday4151 awful. I ended up ordering a setup from cigar city soft wash.

[@mrbigt2307]

Hey so in your sh tank is it pure hypocloride or do you add a bit of water

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Nope straight sh

[@outofthetoolboxtinker]

I have a 5*8 too. Nice setup. How long has your Delevan lasted. ?

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

Thanks! I’ve had it for 6 months now with no issues. I rinse for like 5 minutes after each job though.

[@outofthetoolboxtinker]

@@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC great advice. I wasn't rinsing long enough on my everflo 5.5. it only lasted a few weeks. Had a delavan 5.0 prior to that lasted a year. I may get a 7.0 like yours and keep as a spare, hopefully good further distance.

[@danielmiramontes8611]

Nice rig man !! What do you use on fleet washing and how are you charging

[@DiamondHandsDetailingLLC]

I use pretty much 100% car candy products. My prices have ranged from 150-350 per unit. 150 for vans inside & out up to 350 for dump trucks inside & out. I charge more for commercial than I do residential.

[@diesel_1878]

Hello buddy