RECTRACTABLE PRESSURE WASHER HOSE REEL | Pressure Washer Hose Upgrades

[@DEWtheMCCOY]

As a product designer and part time detailer, I’ve always thought about designing my own hose reel system. Fighting with the hose is the most annoying part of the detail for me. This is awesome, thanks Josh!

[@GLI_1701]

Fair warning I have the same exact setup and every 4 to 6 months I will have to basically take the whole swivel end apart and replace all of the O-rings because of the constant spinning plus the added pressure of the water forces the O-rings outward and they tend to get chopped up everytime you unwind and wind the hose back up. I get the replacement O-rings from Lowe's and their pressure washer Department the O-ring is actually the same size as some of the O-rings that are in the actual hose. Oh and you're going to want to replace the retaining clip as soon as you replace that retaining clip it will be useless because it'll be bent out of shape you can find those also at Lowe's

[@blck04gt]

As of Sept 2023, I think the fitting size has changed on the input and output fitting of the reel. They're now 3/8", so you need a 3/8" to M22 adapter, not 1/4". Just FYI for anyone trying to do this. Great video!

[@imjoshv]

Thank you for that update!!

[@eddiearaya2456]

Dang it, I read this too late. Thanks, but now I have to return the 1/4". Hopefully, everything else will work once it arrives.

[@BarryMcCokiner47]

The reel in the video is a maxworks not a reelworks. Same manufacturer 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@codytaylor4351]

Yeah… just discovered that this very minute 😢

[@mikegalvin4655]

Why my 3/8 is not fitting I order one is too big

[@kevinstover5155]

Just hooked up the new rig to my Comet 1700. Wonderful. Josh you might want to tell people that if you let the reel unwind you have to wind it back up. Also, I got mine for $94 on amazon. My hardware was a little different than yours but all is good. I fit my 70ft Comet hose. Works great. Thanks loads! 😊

[@ja.935g67]

The amount of value and time saving you provide is unsurpassed. Thank you 🙏

[@wideglide2153]

I would suggest a grommet for the hole that was drilled but otherwise great stuff!

[@Creeping__Death]

I was thinking the same.

[@LifeOWrylee]

Great call. Where can you find a grommet that size? Link?

[@ja.935g67]

You can use a rubber u channel and cut to size

[@StaySlick]

Great video josh thank you for getting this idea out to a larger audience than mine.

[@Bluekbizzel_gaming]

I seen your video and the merlin one is a little cheaper at $99 bucks

[@dirtyorganboy2264]

I saw yours first lol.

[@maryhoffman2547]

I seen yours first ❤

[@17jbrenes]

Hello Josh, the link to the Amazon Basics Hose Reel Video isn't working. Can you please update the link?

[@eduardoooo]

pretty sure he took the video off, idk why but most air hose reels are limited to like 100psi, he probably found out after or it broke on him so he took the video down idk 🤷

[@Hossfly61]

dude thanks for this video, i purchased a reel today from harbor freight that was marked down to 80$ and low and behold no one around my town sells metric fittings,lol. so off to amazon i went now i have to wait a week for the fittings to get here, but i did take the air hose off. so we wait. thanks so much

[@osoquik4447]

Thanks for content Josh, purchase a majority of the items (mjjc foam cannon, uberflex hose, quick connects, adams mega foam) and I’ve been enjoying washing my vehicles again!

[@eddiearaya2456]

Same for me.

[@evankiefer2311]

I just got the ReelWorks reel and it came with 3/8 fittings so the 1/4 adapters weren't needed, a simple 3/8 threaded male to 3/8 quick connect was all that was required. Not sure why the swivel changed, but is better not having to use all the adapters to make it work.

[@warreng3701]

Same the listed fitting is 1/4 mm2 but needs to be 3/8 🤦‍♂️

[@Mkdetailed]

He pointed that out. I thought the same thing initially until rewatched it ( 1:26 ) I went with a HF reel about 2 years ago and have a 2 one now. Both are set up with an adapter (1/4M to 3/8M adapter).

[@DMCnME]

I’m a lawn nerd that’s getting into detailing. They both scratch my OCD tendencies. Anyway, one of the garden hoses I have is a retractable model from Hoselink. The convenience is a game changer. I’m just about to dig into my pressure washer setup. This video has me second guessing the idea of a Cox reel. Great stuff Josh. Your videos got me into this hobby. Keep it up bro.

[@annagraham6204]

The cost of a cox reel is as ridickulous as their name. I haven’t tried one mainly for that reason. I can tell you the all red retractable Merlin hose reel from HF is awesome to convert. I’d suggest watching Stay Slicks vid on that. Mines been working great for months now using a 50ft hose from Ridge Washer. No cutting or bending necessary to get the m22 connect thru the side of reel. I would suggest pulling hose out and reeling it back in with PW off and no pressure in line.

[@jeepinspence]

Funny you should mention this. I detail and volunteer mowing at church because of this... the church has about 11 acres and provide a JD zero turn 72" that golf courses use. One section of the yard is no less than three acres unobstructed and to put straight lines in that with that mower is quite soothing! :)

[@RogueTrucker12]

Dude! Seriously these DIY videos are so awesome! Thanks!

[@archiepezek]

Thanks Josh! You're always coming up with great ideas for detail enthusiasts. I always look forward to new videos from your channel.

[@dtna]

Thnx. Not everyone needs an OG spec. hose reel.

[@braydenz6409]

Best detailing content on KZbin!

[@judasblewit]

Perfect timing. I just picked up the active 2.0 and want a retractable hose setup. Thank you!

[@imjoshv]

awesome!

[@paulbadenhop7272]

Thank you! I was just putting the cheap Amazon one together today and trying to figure out what I needed. Perfect video, thanks again!

[@fadihashem1923]

This channel is on fire lately. very nicely done. Josh, I've been a subscriber for a while now. Great and awesome content. I believe that Videos and solutions like this are much needed.

[@jeffpicken5057]

Thanks, Josh! Your picture is SOOOO helpful! I’ve seen a few different videos but wasn’t able to wrap my head around all the separate pieces, their sizes and where they all belonged. With your diagram, I’m ready to head to the store/Amazone to get what I need.

[@bryansmith7251]

I should’ve just bought a coxreel..waisted time and money..trash! Thanks anyway though you’re still the man…lesson learned for me 🥳

[@johndoe6032]

Very nice! I’ve always been frustrated that there are so many hose reel options for air hose and nearly nine for pressure washers. I had no idea conversion was so easy. Thanks! I’m definitely making one of these as a Father’s Day gift for myself.

[@richardhuynh1198]

I was just thinking about this! I have an old harbor freight reel that I'm going to convert! Thanks for this useful information! Happy to see more of these videos come out!

[@loulanaro5735]

Nice video I just want to add and not sure if anyone has already commented on the fact that you don’t need to drill a new hole hole; at least on my reel I only had to grind the top of the existing hole 1/16th of an inch for the m22 male to fit. I used a flexible 50 foot hose.

[@mannykhan7752]

Hey Josh you got a great channel going on here. Keep up the great work.

[@Knel_]

Damn, I need that retractable in my life now! You got me spending money son!

[@davestewart9146]

Great idea, I just wish I had room in my garage to leave it setup all the time hooked to my pressure washer, thanks Josh 👍😁

[@jeepinspence]

Can you set it up on a wheeled cart and mount everything up on it and then move IT around?

[@TransformationDetail]

This is super sweet! I might need to upgrade my standard reel in my van Thanks!

[@budhajek6279]

recommendation for a free standing, not wall mount, pressure washer reel that won't break the bank. Thanks, love the videos.

[@daviddolezal1921]

Thanks for this and the Amazon Basics setup for us DIY home gamer detailers

[@BarajasG]

Hey Josh the Amazon Basics video is unavailable, and I was wondering if it would be up soon

[@Aswaguespack]

Uber Cool Josh! Great stuff as always.

[@imjoshv]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@dannysoto2995]

You can also just bend the port a little to open the port big enough to insert the hose into the connection point and the stopper on the hose you can put it over the black plastic on the Uber flex hose it fits just fine and won’t move anymore

[@vermontmotorsports1275]

Love your channel, I just invested in the amazon reel setup based off of your last video. That said, I do have some concerns using air hose reels that are not rated for the pressure setup, especially the retractable as there is more add on parts not originally designed to do what it is now doing. Stay Slick did this same thing with a HF retractable and eventually it blew out after extensive use and in heat. So I would recommend checking his latest videos as well before investing into one of these. Personally. but love your work, you are why I decided to start detailing

[@strykerentllc]

Just watched Slick's videos on the reel conversion and the update video and he notes that somebody he knows ran the reel with a GAS pressure washer and that one blew the o-ring seals out due to the significantly higher line pressure generated by gas powered pressure washers. He also notes that he is using the reel with an ELECTRIC pressure washer and it's fine due to the significantly lower line pressure. The only failure points would be the hose or the o-rings when the line pressure exceeds the design parameter of the hose and the o-rings. Brass and steel fittings have an incredibly high burst pressure failure point. The devil is in the details, and no pun is intended.

[@christopherrogers1137]

@@strykerentllc Slick’s conversion has 3 videos. The original, the follow up, and the failure and how to bypass (these are not the names of the videos). The last one was posted just a few days or maybe a week ago. That said, he did run it for about a year before he had problems. I imagine he could have just replaced the o-rings, but he chose to bypass the hose swivel entirely. YMMV

[@vermontmotorsports1275]

@@strykerentllc he runs a Ryobi and it failed after 3 or 4 months. not being negative, I just feel it should be addressed in the video as it could POTENTIALLY do major damage if you choose to keep running it and not bypass w quick connects. it isn't a fix all, is what im saying

[@dr38016]

EXACTLY what i been looking for.. Thanx

[@Edge-71]

Hey Josh The budget reel hose video is private, I need to watch that video please 🙏 Your channel is second to none, thank you so much sir..👍

[@coreymerritt7742]

Great video josh thanks

[@miguelhernandez6809]

Thanks for the idea, I’m going to try it with the air hose reel from harbor freight. It’s $90!

[@kctyphoon]

You can buy a grommet, some door edge molding, or even just slit open a small piece of rubber hose (like fuel line or windshield washer fluid hose) to make a protective edge.

[@sammcdonald9112]

Lol I said your comments you could do this in your last reel video. Glad you did it

[@imjoshv]

Yea i bought a few hose reels and just had them ready to go!!

[@jeepinspence]

Anything like this that helps with organization, flow, and efficiency bring it on! IF you want to do a whole shop organization video you're welcome to come to Illinois and we can do mine! :)

[@imjoshv]

haha. Ill be doing one soon setting up the garage at my new place

[@rolandm9750]

Just a heads up the Amazon Basics reel video doesn't seem to be available anymore? Says it's set to private. Not sure if intentionally taken down or in error?

[@saltlifechris3623]

yup set to private

[@MikesAutoDetailing]

Pretty nice idea, thanks for sharing

[@Tackleberry_G1094]

Another great video! Thanks dude!

[@barlowgarage449]

works great if your system is gravity fed. if you use a pump it will blow out the seal in the swivel connector.

[@gimaru1]

Thanks for sharing this mod! I got the reel in this video but the connections under item 6 didn’t work for me. I had to get 3/8 M-NPT to M-M22 from the local Home Depot Sku#: 719775. It works great and no leaks so far. There’s no need to make a hole, just bend the lip of the large opening a little bit. I also added a small piece of rubber in the clamps since this hose is thinner than the original air hose. Thanks again!

[@imjoshv]

Awesome!!

[@TexaStateSW]

Agreed looks like Josh’s had a plug but mine did not so I followed this 3/8 to m22 setup and works great

[@achaoticproduction8968]

Bada$$ brotha!! Appreciate your dedication abd sharing the knowledge!!

[@imjoshv]

Thank you! Happy to do it

[@mredj1]

Ok went to do this mod and found the two adapters you need are 3/8 to m22 and not 1/4. This is a sweet mod my adapters are on the way😀

[@mredj1]

Wait read some of the notes headed Lowe’s

[@xFrozenxSnowx]

This depends on the included air hose connector's adapter size. The hoses are usually 3/8in in diameter but the connectors are 1/4in NPT. Please read the specs of the reel you are converting in detail

[@taildragger77DK]

Love your channel

[@imjoshv]

Thank you!

[@RAJsWork]

Why did all of a sudden your previous video on this went private. The link to the video is in your bio but doesn't have access.

[@chriskhan5600]

Been trying to fund this video also and it's not working.

[@Dan-yq8lf]

8:15 I would wrap a piece of red or yellow electrical tape about 5 feet from the end of the hose to warn you so you can still retract the hose without having to manually do it on the reel itself.

[@briansegovia2656]

Thanks again! 🙏

[@imjoshv]

My pleasure!

[@whalen530]

What fittings do I need for the Amazon basics could not view video marked as private thanks

[@danielmadureira6816]

Your amazon basics reel video is private wanted to watch it

[@GibbyDIY]

Same. Was curious about that one too.

[@GibbyDIY]

Just scrolled down the comments and see that he took it down due to people reporting issues that it did not withstand the pressure. Not certain what the specifics are around those reports. But definitely would only try this with a lower psi setup.

[@andyfortuno2194]

U Da Man! Love your Content! Mahalo!

[@imjoshv]

Thanks so much!

[@bradley8753]

I just made the cheap one and now you hit me with this..😅

[@imjoshv]

Haha I know…. Both are great options!

[@brandonmulder6635]

@imjoshv what happened to the Amazon Basics manual hose reel video? I bought the parts from that video and came back looking for the instructions and the video is private now.

[@TJsVette]

I need this but idk where i would put it in my garage lol. I really need this and a air hose one too. I really need another garage just to set stuff up in so i can have more room haha

[@TJsVette]

Took me awhile but I finally got my setup complete about 20 min ago. I'll test it tomorrow and see just how well it works. I caught a Merlin air hose reel on sale this past weekend at harbor freight so I picked 2 of them up. The merlin is nice and the air hose had a spring around the air hose where it goes inbetween the gap for the exterior connection. I took that spring and wound it around the pressure washer hose to give it a little more protection. It also had 2 cable holds to hold the hose in place. Instead of drilling a hole I was able to bend the gap just enough for the head of the pressure washer hose to fit and then bent it back in place. It worked out great! Everything else was super easy to connect. The only problem I had was mounting due it only being me but I got it all up and in place. Thank you for this!

[@whiteglovedetailing1]

Just did this, too. Mine was $69 on a sale at Harbor Freight this past weekend.

[@imjoshv]

Awesome deal!

[@chrisr4686]

I was thinking the same thing when I saw that hose reel, next time it goes on sale ill have to pick one up

[@craigandresen2456]

Did you use the merlin like stay slick, or did you use the cheaper central pneumatic? I’d like to try the central pneumatic, but have not heard of anyone that’s tried it yet.

[@whiteglovedetailing1]

@Craig Andresen mine is the Central Pneumatic. It has been fine using it for the past 2 weeks. I believe the "cheap" comes from the air hose, which I removed. It seems like the same quality as the Walmart brand "Hyper Tough"

[@hugomorales7095]

Can you make an update on how it holds up in the long run I’ve seen a few videos on DIY hose reel set ups and seems a lot of them tend to go out and bust in short amount of time .

[@go2powerwashatl]

Great video! I will weigh my options between the two or by both for my situation. It would be nice to have the retractable feature for the garden hose and the pressure washer hose. Both of mine are 100 ft. Doesn't look like those will hold that much.

[@troll3545]

@imjoshv hey what happened to Amazon basic reel video that you made for the pressure washer?

[@jameshiner-rw8pu]

Josh, this is a great video. I do have a question why not purchase an Uber flex hose that just has the two mail and it will eliminate having to drill a hole in the reel

[@wlanceg]

You should put a piece of tape when only 3'-5' of hose is remaining, like the factory air hose probably had, and you will know when to stop pulling. Otherwise, it is easy to over-extend.

[@michiganborn8303]

I'd like to get a retractable for my Husqvarna PW-2000. I use the Uberflex hose and for now I have to wrap it around the handle.

[@mgarciav8140]

Hey Josh PIN THIS! FIX FOR LEAKY SWIVEL 🔨 : If your seals burst and you're frantically searching for an answer ("What swivel?? What Seal size??) Here are your answers and an easy fix especially if it happens while on a job. To have on hand/purchase: •Get Danco #9 O-rings (don't think about it too hard. Just find the #9 ones). •Get waterproof grease (usually in the same aisle as the o-rings) •Get a bit of plumber tape inside the grooves for each of the O-ring slots (one wrap around ON THE INSIDE of the groove is enough. Don't let it spill outside of the groove. It'll fold into itself, that's fine) Instructions: 1. Use the Snap ring tool to pop off the ring. (find a cheap one and keep it with you as long as you have this setup) 2. Replace the bad o-ring (or both) 3. Add the plumbers tape inside the groove and then a bit of the waterproof grease around the entire groove (lay it on top of the tape you just wrapped) 4. Slip on the new o-rings 5. Re-install the swivel joint (it should feel a bit more snug now that you have added a bit of that tape. 6. Re-install the snap-ring 7. Test it out and check for leaks. 8. Mentally prepare that it isn't a permanent fix. 9. Done.

[@davidbalcar1226]

Is there a hose reel that swivels that I could use? Would love to mount on the garage wall and then fold / swivel toward the wall for out of the way solution. Great videos

[@jeffreycunningham389]

You can to a tv mount, mount tv mount to wall. I did works just fine

[@TheLoFi3D]

If you have a Harbor freight they have this style of reel for $70 on sale right now

[@VipDetailingMontreal]

thank you!

[@Gh0st_____]

The linked retractable reel on Amazon doesn’t use 1/4” to m22 adapters. They use 3/8” to m22

[@400080vikkash]

Why did my reel come with 3/8 not 1/4 like you said?? Your link might be wrong so maybe update it because I had to buy extra parts.

[@AMJRS1_813]

Hello Josh, I like the idea would like something similar but concerned with some of the maintenance some of the comments people are saying. Consider selling the modified version as buying tools that I won’t ever use again seems like a waste of money.

[@gabelitell8632]

Another great IDEA for your average DIY guy! definitely would of never thought about things like that absolutely great stuff! do have a question though I’m a subscriber and watch all the time in your opinion the greenworks 2300 be good for average joe to use for cleaning car and around the house! -cause I’ve went back and watched and other psi washers you ve did numbers on!

[@muudyman12]

how many uberflex houes does bro have

[@Sean-ij3mi]

Hi josh, can you tell me how to move the guide arm up and down and what tools sre needed?

[@SR.Exclusive.Auto.Detail]

Josh, it appears that the hose that connects to the reel and pressure only has one quick connect, and since both sides are already M22 fittings, that one quick connect is missing. Needs a extra 3/8 to M22 Quick Connect 🙌🏻

[@supercharged00gtp]

How easy does the reel release and retract? Planning a cart build wirh a HF US General 1 drawer cart. Inwant to make sure it wont just pull the cart (wheels locked) when i pull the hose out or pull to retract. Thanks!

[@vsg_stangsquad7207]

Why can’t I see the Amazon basic reel video

[@wd8062]

If you cut the plastic off the metal m22 fitting, you can run it through the orignal hole.

[@derrickabare9986]

That's pretty kool . Now if you could figure out a way to install a 50ft centec vac hose to it ! I bought the hose but couldn't get myself to pay 4 to 5 hundred for the setup .

[@davethenurse1031]

Why I can't see the other reel video? 😭

[@johndoe6032]

Love to get any ideas you have for reducing pressure washer noise for people who want to keep quiet for on site clients or homeowners with attached garages and that to do early morning work.

[@vinceriggio72]

Ye Old Harbour Freight sells this at 89.95 with protected side hole already there. Just enlarge that one. Central Peneumatic.

[@THATLTRFOUR50]

Hey Josh I like the commercial grade hoses since I do this everyday those hoses never last for me I’m sure it will still work what’s your thoughts?

[@baidefeng3139]

Thanks for the idea. If I am using a gas powered machine, will that reel take that bug pressure like 3300 3400psi?

[@christopherrogers1137]

I wonder, do you think you could trim the plastic off of the m22 hose end to allow it to go through the factory hole? Then use channel locks or vice grips to tighten it to the adapter and swivel?

[@luis720lm]

No because the plastic houses the threads themselves

[@jayturley4066]

Josh , the air hose reel is rated at 300 p.s.I.. The sprayer puts out 800-1000 p.s.i. Make sure the fitting can handle the pressure.

[@ScottBennettMusic]

This is great! I did see in other videos though that this setup is only good for up to 1800 psi. Anything much beyond that (think gas pressure washer) and the seals on that swivel will blow out from what I’m reading everywhere. If anyone knows of a setup that can handle 3000 psi I’d love to know! Great video!

[@jasonsage1404]

Mine is working on a 2600psi greenworks model

[@christianbonfiglio5544]

@@jasonsage1404how’s yours holding up? Have you had it long?

[@michellabao192]

great ideai..!!!you think i can fit 100ft hose on the one in your video?

[@cookiecastillo525]

Can I install a 100ft hose? Thank you in advance

[@johnnymata523]

Could I connect this hose on the inlet as swell ? Or does it have to be a bigger size ?

[@amirtaimoor7261]

Hey Josh, nice video! I just wanted to ask, what part do I pop out. It was mentioned at 5:52

[@unblindswordzman96]

What happened to the Amazon hose reel you got in the description

[@471471174]

I guess because that one isnt meant to be pressure washer use

[@sergiishepelenko2217]

The link on the basic hose reel video doesn't work. It says: this is a private video. Is it just for me or for everyone?

[@JC-3410]

Can this accommodate a 50’ x 5/8” diameter flexzilla garden hose? Is it safe to be mounted outside?

[@jameshiner-rw8pu]

How can you use 1/4” hose on 3/8 reel?

[@holbrook8997]

Would this setup effect gpm? Lets say on the Ryobi 1800 psi model.

[@rinosaint]

Could you use the hose that came with the reel?

[@gilbertovelazco6185]

Does this only work with electric pressure or can it handle gas pressure washer I have a dewalt 3400psi

[@KingTheDetailer]

Well my reel finally broke , apart from the seals always busting the only benefit is the retraction of the reel other then that it’s a headache , I would go with the manual one.