Assembling GF softwash metering valve

[@user-et3sv7gn8f]

Awesome tutorial! Great u put the links too. I was hesitant buying a pre made one cause of price but now I might jump in and get this going. Now do a video of it working. Thanks for the great video!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yessuh. Will definitely make a video of the operation.

[@malikware6496]

Think I just found your video on Amazon rating a ball valve that claiming to be similar. Saved me money

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I dont think so I never did one for Amazon

[@suzuki400sm]

No turning back to Batch mixing. GF values is the way to go. Great content. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

yes sir no going back indeed

[@thebestpressurewashing]

The Batch Buster's simplified my process. Wasn't expecting that kind of impact.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

They did? I haven't been following it

[@cvconnor]

Simplified it in which way? does it do something different than the valve in this video?

[@mannyrodriguez5421]

Ayeeeee you got the metering valves! I know your happy man. Can’t wait to see them put to use!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Big facts. I can't wait.

[@michaelc7283]

Hi Cliff, Wow!!!, "Thank You" for that video. That will help a lot of us to build our own with confidence. Like you mention, if anything goes wrong we can fix it. Again, Thank You and I wish you the best with your roof projects. Michael C - (WA)

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes Sir i appreciate it

[@haroldmarsh7303]

Very informative video. Love the Joe Rogan snippet at the end. Keep putting out the good content.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for always being supportive

[@Baileytheuberdriver]

Clifford for the win. Thank you for all you do and this awesome bit of insight. Probably the easiest vid to follow on this subject I’ve found. Blessings to you.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate the support and glad you enjoyed the video.

[@cvconnor]

When you say “arrows going down”, it would be more clear to say “arrows point to the direction of flow” Great video, man.😊

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Well the video is made already and I'm sure I won't need to make another valve video for a while. This is 3 years old. Thanks

[@cleberligia]

Great video. On Father’s Day weekend I will be in Tampa. I really like to meet you if I have a chance. I had learned a lot with you and I have something to share to you about the that mix valve. I use that to everything, 12 volts pump and downstream. Works very well and save a lot of your time. See you man. Thanks again

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I will hook that up with the downstream soon. I seen the videos of a few guys with them.

[@justincarroll3789]

Man I love zoro and always get 20 or 30 percent off. Great deal. God bless bro

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Never knew about them until now

[@jimdoyel7340]

Looked over the description. Looks like you may have left off the link for the check valves....I've been wanting to do this myself and now I have to..lol. Maybe show how you plumbed it when you get it Goin? Thank you sir!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Good catch i added it now. Yes i will show that soon as i get it ready to go.

[@newwavepressure6478]

Def the best upgrade i did ull love it bro

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I'm happy I made the jump. Just gotta plumb it in now

[@CaribeSolutions]

Thanks! Great content as always, Cliff!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You're welcome brother 🙏🏽

[@erhelitruck]

Excellent job

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thank you very much!

[@jasonchampion9932]

Good job I hope it all works out!!👍✌️

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Tested it today. Works good 🙏

[@michaelwallace1242]

Thank you for the informative vidoe. Just ordered all the parts but the true blue. Where did you get the plate to mount it on and how did you mount it on there?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I got the diamond plated from Amazon. 12 inch by 12 inch diamond plate. I used short screws to mount it. Idk the screw Size. So I took the valve to home depot to size it.

[@michaelwallace1242]

@Pink Flamingo Power Wash LLC Thank you sir. About to get on it now.

[@michaelwallace1242]

What would be the best hose for soft washing?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@michaelwallace1242 ag hose

[@robfox139]

Awesome, video but looking at the prices seems like no real savings like 50% ,but the moral of the story is the education of installing and troubleshooting if needed that's where the savings come into play .I'm I correct in thinking this?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Of course its not 50% savings that's impossible given the price of the GF valves. But enough savings for someone that doesn't have extra money to shell out and that's also handy/want to be able to troubleshoot it if something goes wrong.

[@robfox139]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Forsure my G ,thanks for education and inspiration I'm grateful

[@undisputedpwsllc5713]

I don’t normally say much but this is dope🎯🔥💯

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I appreciate you brother

[@captcraig777]

Nice build! I will get there someday. It is a little too rich for us right now.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

In due time brother

[@estishomeservices]

Just build it with the Pentair valves and slowly upgrade them to GF valves

[@davidmcgee3501]

Yeah man thanks for the info. Can’t wait to see you put that do use. Can you let me know what the total cost to build was?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Right about $450

[@JCW418]

As per your link the Gf Metering ball valves are $274.27 each ($822.81)

[@derrickbrooks9396]

Thanks buddy for helping me

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You're welcome brother

[@ACEContractingServices]

Great informative video!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks Ace!

[@TheSoloAsylum]

Anyone wondering why Cliff did not use a wrench to tighten the fittings has never met him in person. He is waaaay bigger than he looks on camera.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Bahahahahahahahah my man!!! Lpl

[@veronicabowman2117]

great video

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for the visit

[@zeke9567]

How well have the gf metering valves worked for you? Do they get the sh down to 1% when dialed in?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Still hot the same exact setup and valves 3 years later. Insane right?! Same check valves too. Yes you can get down to a 1%

[@zeke9567]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash thank you for your fast reply

[@ctlandscapemaintenancesolu494]

ya a few problems came up iam not sure the sizes i need when you step up the gas its got to be able to handle up to 300 plus psi

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

1 inch everything instead of 1/2 inch. Thats the difference

[@greekscion1]

Great content, hoping to be in business this year. How did you know when it was time to quit your 9-5 job?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks for watching. Haven't went full time. I was 3 days a week. Time is coming near, soon as I make 3x my regular jobs salary again I'm gone. Last week was super good for me so let see how this year plays out. I'm only 2 seasons in.

[@coff2x387]

Awesome job bro..I see your hard wear 🏈🏆🏅in the back ground great success 😃. How’s your teammate business coming along?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks bro. Yea I got a few things in that display lol 😆 he's coming along slowly. It's a slow time for the Industry usually around this time. But he got a truck now so he's getting more efficient. Ready to hit the ground running in January

[@coff2x387]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash we should never forget our humble beginnings..tell him we ask about him happy holidays to you and your family.

[@mikesimmons1012]

Great video, I definitely want to build or buy one of these! But am I missing something? The valves are $260 a piece?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Nowadays idk how much they are. They were around 125 back then. But there's the asahi valves that works as good too as an alternative

[@mikesimmons1012]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash that would be a much better price! Lol, dame inflation 😡

[@vcash1112]

@@mikesimmons1012 how much was this project?

[@Louisiana_Frenchies]

Did you screw directly into valve ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

The valves have mounting holes in the back of them.

[@JDMSoftWash]

How did you mount that to the plate ? Thanks again

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Easy. pre drilled 3 holes to mount the gf valves. They come with holes for mounting. Also I upgraded to a diamond plate cause the one in the video rusted out in no time. So i got a real deal 12x12 inch aluminum plate from Amazon.

[@JDMSoftWash]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash oh that’s awesome indk they had pre drilled holes I am going to get some gf’s thanks man

[@jonathancarrasquilla9019]

What number you usually put your surfactant on when using metering valve

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I usually put iit at the 40 mark

[@yonkiefirmansyah8199]

Thank u very much

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You are most welcome

[@ctlandscapemaintenancesolu494]

oh cool what size soft washer is this for is this like the one they sell at midwest washing llc i got the gas one udor zeta 40p whats the total cost for all the parts

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

This is for a 12v pump. If you have a gas pump you'd have to do 1 inch everything instead of the 1/2 inch

[@jaysonrichey2059]

Any leaks with just hand tightening?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Nah long as you have the tru blu on there it will be good to go.

[@jaysonrichey2059]

Just built mine yesterday. I used Blue Monster but did snug things a bit more than hand tight@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash

[@vasilv3106]

Could you send me the link to get all the parts I need to make a GF valve manifold? Thank you

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

The links are right in the description.

[@proplayer14]

Does it matter on the check valves if they are before or after the gf valves

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

No. Just make sure they're pointed the correct direction

[@proplayer14]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash awesome I just built one

[@streetpreacher7176]

Did the screws go into the back of the gf valves to hold it to the mounting plate ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Yes they come with holes to be mounted.

[@streetpreacher7176]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Thankyou I just got some valves and saw the mounting points. Do you happen to know where you got the screws to mount them

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@streetpreacher7176 yes from home depot 😀

[@streetpreacher7176]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash you’re the man Thankyou

[@ryantn143]

Good man. Thank you

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

You're welcome my brother 🙏🏽

[@adam_sings]

What was the total cost of the build?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

About $450. The valves is what costs the most. Luckily I had the coupon.

[@cleberligia]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash You did a very good job. My one exactly like that cost to me 575.00. Thank you

[@AutoDudes]

How do you get the percentages? I have a proportioner on order but it’s back ordered

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

I will be showing that once I start using it. The numbers on the dial are confusing lol

[@AutoDudes]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash ok cool, I always wondered how anybody knew what the percentages were when they made their own proportioner. Thanks!

[@shaunworthy2434]

What size are screws that fit the back of the valve? Or how did you make the metal mount for it. I have seen the sheets at Home Depot. I just haven’t gone to figure out what size will fit. I love that idea. Most people use zip ties but I wanted to mount mines.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

That aluminum sheet sucks get the 12X12 diamond plate from amazon. The sheet from home depot rusted out in a no time. I forgot the size screws but they're pretty short. I took one of the valves up there to match the threads.

[@shaunworthy2434]

I appreciate your quick response. I wish you would’ve made part of the video with you mounting it to the sheet metal. I am good with my hands but I don’t know how to mark those holes on the back of the valves to get it on the sheet on diamond thread. I went to Home Depot today and get the screws they are M6 - 1 (metric for anyone who doesn’t know). I am ready just had that last question. Thanks for your help. Those simple questions help out a lot!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@shaunworthy2434 gotcha. Yea that plate didn't hold up long so I got the diamond plate now. Here's the full install. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnjKc5x7mpiGpac

[@shaunworthy2434]

Can you give me some advice on how you drilled your holes to mount the proportioner to the sheet of metal. Is there a tip to do it effectively without messing up my sheet. Thanks

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@shaunworthy2434 I just used a measuring tape to find thr coordinates of the hole. I placed the proportioner on the sheet then I measure horizontally then vertically. I only put 3 screws. I didn't do all 6.

[@purewaterwindows]

pristine

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Thanks 😊

[@briantorsell]

How have the check valve springs held up?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

3 years strong. Believe it or not. I'm even surprised. Still got the exact setup on my rig.

[@briantorsell]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Wow, that's good to hear! Do you flush out the proportioner every time?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@briantorsell yes indeed.

[@a1mllc]

Did you order everything on Amazon or local store?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

No there's links for everything in the description lol

[@a1mllc]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash you spent 275 on a valve ? Lol

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@a1mllc did u listen to the video?? Lol

[@elevatingmindss]

Where's the links at ?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Lol for real?? I said in the description 😅😆

[@elevatingmindss]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash I see it now my bad 😅😅

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@elevatingmindss 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️😆😆😅😅

[@muratuzer6772]

Here’s a way to save you some money bud. Do you really need a metering valve for your water or will a regular ball valve do? 😉

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

If one ever fails I'll have a backup 🙏🏽💪🏽

[@muratuzer6772]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash Yeah, but this way you have a chance of both failing. Just admit, you never thought about it…lol

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@muratuzer6772 nah I've seen it and I believe there's a video showing that metering the water with a regular ball valve is not the same ratio as the GF valve. Im gonna find it and link it for you.

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@muratuzer6772 here it is kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4uwaKSLaaeioZo

[@dirtynewschannel]

You will be asking yourself why you waited so long!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

lol thats what ive heard

[@IlluminatingThoughtTv]

$274 for a GF 1/2" meter valve is way over priced...ouch!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Theyre expensive now. but that blend manifold has made me 20k+

[@Swellist]

the zoro link you posted, the metering valves arent threaded. how did you get the threaded ends?

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Where did you see it's not threaded? How can you tell??

[@Swellist]

@@PinkFlamingoPowerWash i ordered them and they came in without the thread adapters

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

@@Swellist yea mine got the threads from when I ordered

[@Swellist]

do you have a ratio chart anywhere? thanks homie!

[@PinkFlamingoPowerWash]

Nah I don't have one.