Harbor Freight Pressure Washer Upgrades - DIY

[@johnhilkert4405]

Good vid brother. I appreciate you discussing the threads too.

[@FoulNews]

Thanks!

[@Zach3.0tt]

Just picked mine up today on sale! $64!

[@FoulNews]

Nice! They are a great value for light duty pressure washing!

[@Zach3.0tt]

@@FoulNews for sure ! Had to take advantage of the sale. Just ordered a king free hose and quick connect set off Amazon so that’ll be nice.

[@FoulNews]

@@Zach3.0tt for sure! For only $64, you can't really beat a useful tool that'll last several years. Nice, the quick connects and more modern hose definitely help make things easier.

[@Zach3.0tt]

@@FoulNews I had a ryobi 1900psi one before & still have it… just had to snag this because the price and it’s on wheels so makes it a bit better.

[@Miles-wy1zr]

Bro you’re jacked! Useful vid.

[@FoulNews]

Thanks! Glad you found the video useful!

[@brendans7489]

Just purchased everything. Its all coming tomorrow gonna give it a try. Most excited about the hose. I hate the stock one.. always gets kinked.

[@FoulNews]

Nice! It's definitely been useful since the upgrades. The stock hose is terrible!

[@brendans7489]

@@FoulNews its definitely easier to assemble and disassemble haven't used the setup yet but its all put together. I found that the adapter wasnt needed the gun and hose came with everything i needed.

[@FoulNews]

@@brendans7489 Awesome! The quick connect fittings definitely make things a lot easier.

[@roydustin9431]

Guess i need to check in for some new upgrades

[@ericshakir]

I did these upgrades and also put quick connects on everything. The pressure washer works great now and I can swap out the hose with my gas washer with ease! I also bought the spinning head to do some hydrotilling. It’s not as strong as a gas washer but still works good. Thanks!

[@FoulNews]

@@ericshakir Glad to hear it works well for you! Yes, these are definitely lacking in the power department, but for light duty work and car washing, they're great 👍

[@mrobvious1100]

Hey Eric good morning. I have a question for you. I am a retired professional firefighter and my neighbor across the street gave me all his gas stuff as far as ones and guns and hoses and everything a bunch of tips one that's called a turbo nozzle whatever because he was moving out of state and he said if you buy yourself a gas pressure washer for whatever reason you'll already be ahead of the game. Of course I'm in my 60s and have no plan on opening up a business. But I did go by that green Portland electric unit from Harbor Freight for cleaning my tires and my lawn mower things like that. At your convenience could you give me an idea what I'm going to need so that I can use all the guns and ones that are used for gas on my Portland which is I guess those metric threads? I have four gun handles all with quick releases and they all have that male on the bottom for the quick release of the 3/8 gas pressure washer hose and all of my ones also obviously have quick releases quick on both ends

[@jamesmckeon2588]

I don’t know your name but, someone should hire you as a spokesperson you are freaking perfect at delivering your message 😊

[@FoulNews]

lol, thank you. One of these days I'll have to finally act as the spokesperson for my company on here haha.

[@emp0rizzle]

Put a soap injector at the head of the pump and put the soap nozzle to work with some concentrated mildew remover

[@TheJoshThatPlaysDrums]

This is a great and helpful video man. I am trying to get a little side hustle going cleaning driveways and patios etc. I did my neighbors driveway and while it worked pretty well, the limitation of the 1750 PSI was definitely something that added a lot of time. I never thought of doing these upgrades instead of springing for a new unit altogether which yeah I should do but this can maybe be the difference of me not having to. Also I HATE the hose it comes with. It never really extends fully because it’s kinda tough. And the handle is kinda weird as the locking mechanism for the trigger works whenever it feels like. I’d love something more solid, didn’t even think of it as an option until now. Thanks again! I’m kinda excited now to get back out there and use it!

[@jdh1976sr]

Nice. Great info. I just discovered your channel. Cool channel content as well. Thanks!

[@FoulNews]

Thanks!

[@turbospool]

Awesome stuff dude! Looking forward to the concrete cleaning (I have to do my driveway and entry way next spring)

[@FoulNews]

Thanks! Hoping for some warmer weather soon here. Every weekend has either been

[@turbospool]

@@FoulNews sounds good!

[@KyuketsukiRei]

Was hoping to see the concrete extension demo... damn. I want to know if I should buy one.

[@FoulNews]

The one I have works pretty good, but you just have to go very slow and do 2 - 3 passes in the same spot for it to clean effectively. I filmed some of it already, but haven't had the time yet to finish it. Hoping to have it done in 2 weeks.

[@piptyson5512]

"Got a cam in her huh?" 🤣 Haven't even watched the rest of the vid but you already deserve a like 👍

[@mr2scroll538]

Let’s goooo bro been a minute. We both getting in shape, stay you bro and keep rocking on bro

[@FoulNews]

Yessir! Looking forward to meeting up soon!

[@mjbeckernc]

Great video, quick question: I did exactly as you did with the hose and the quick connects. I can't for the live of me get the quick connects to release. They won't pull back to release AT ALL... Any suggestions or is there something I'm missing?

[@FoulNews]

Usually when the quick releases are stuck it's due to residual pressure. With the pressure washer off, squeeze the handle and try pulling the quick release connection off.

[@mjbeckernc]

@@FoulNews Thank you, will try!

[@iriscruz-o4i]

I like how you explained it

[@FoulNews]

Thanks!

[@Itsj3ffo]

7:23 “ I recommend wearing gloves”, proceeds to utilize it without gloves 🤣

[@FoulNews]

It's all special effects, took about 20 hours, but I edited the gloves out 😂

[@vinhb6525]

had the same issue. you only needed to replace the o-ring

[@me4youni]

Great video! Hope my washer last as long! Can I use an electric extension to get to farther areas or should I purchase a longer hose?

[@Chubbywubbyjr]

Do you by chance know a better soap dispenser that can work with the upgrades? Because the one the washer comes with sucks.

[@FoulNews]

Yes, I use one similar to the link below. It has an adapter for the stock handle as well. The one I use is no longer available, but is basically a re-brand of this one: amzn.to/4bHY1ta

[@dominique___1980]

I like this setup much better than the OEM Portland stuff. I hate the stiffness of the Portland hose. I also didn't know why my machine was powering on and off while I wasn't pushing the trigger. And watching this video, I now see that I have a small leak, that I assume will get worse as times goes on. Thanks. -- 1 more question, have you found a good attachment for adding soap while pressure washing?

[@sterling18]

Wonderful video, thank you.

[@FoulNews]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@honaker1127]

Did you do a quick connect for the water hose connection?

[@FoulNews]

I haven't done that yet, but it's a good idea!

[@erictirado9190]

I’m a little confused why you would need an adapter for the machine. Doesn’t the pressure hose connect right to it? I bought everything you have except the adapter because I wasn’t sure if I needed it.

[@FoulNews]

Most pressure washer hoses and attachments are M22 x 14 and the machine has an M22 x 15 output and wouldn't connect to the hose without the adapter.

[@darrellshinn5983]

Great video, Did you have to run an extension cord to clean the other side of the fence, asking because i need to clean mine with a similar setup as yours. Thank you for your time.

[@FoulNews]

@@darrellshinn5983 Thanks! Yes, I was using a 25' extension cord for the video. The closest outlet was about 35' away and I wouldn't have been able to get a good filming spot without one. I was able to reach the other side of the fence without a longer cord since the hose was plenty long fortunately. A good 12AWG extension cord is plenty for the power that these draw.

[@darrellshinn5983]

@@FoulNews Copy that I appreciate the advice, now I need to get motivated and get it done. Have a good one.

[@TimothyLewis-ln8jc]

Happen to know of a way to replace the aluminum hose connector? I didn't drain mine very well before putting it away for a the winter and appears it "rusted" out. I have micro holes all in between the threads. I was tempted to purchase the adapter you mention however the holes go further back than the hose can connect and I worry the adapter won't either.

[@angelasarabia6613]

Does it have a floor/surface washer attachment?

[@phyllisharrell174]

Does anyone know a surface cleaner that will work with this equipment?

[@FoulNews]

I recently just did my driveway with a Westinghouse 15" surface cleaner. It works pretty well, but you'll have to go slow and make 2 or 3 passes with it. The biggest issue is being limited by the pressure that this pressure washer can produce, so no matter what surface cleaner you use, you'll just have to take it pretty slow. I've got a follow-up video I filmed coming out in about 2 weeks using the surface cleaner. This is the one I've got now: amzn.to/3JqLJIJ

[@saulrodriguez5088]

I just bought the hoses the handle the adapter and it does not work

[@indianassportsallsportsin1868]

could i buy a different wand?

[@FoulNews]

Yes, as long as it can use a quick connect fitting or uses the same thread size as the hose.

[@evemae6819]

Or you could just purchase a new pressure washer for not much more than the price of the upgrades (?)

[@itsmalden13]

Not quite but nice try..

[@NextMRV]

Off topic but impressive physique

[@FoulNews]

Thanks!

[@jdp1956]

Great video, very useful. You should audition for WWE or AEW, you would make a great sports entertainer and get rich !

[@FoulNews]

Thanks, I'm glad you found the video helpfu! Wrestling would be fun, but I'm happy with the line of work I'm in now, thanks though!

[@mikekiske]

shirtless, please 🙈

[@CCP600]

That setup pairs well with my purse

[@FoulNews]

As long as it's a waterproof purse, it could be helpful for storing attachments while using the washer.

[@hahahajackmyswag]

Big Hossssss lettin errrrr ripppppppp gobles$

[@FoulNews]

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