Buying a pressure washer

stimpson · 27-08-2019 1:53pm #1

So my C120 has started to pack up after 8 years of work. I've found a thread on it and it seems like it's about 50 quids worth of parts to put it right, so I've been looking at replacing it. I was looking at upgrading to a D140, but looking at the recent amazon reviews, the quality seems to have slipped.

Has anyone got any recommendations on what to get? budget is 200 - 250 and I want something that will last me as long as the 120.

bazz26 · 31-08-2019 1:08pm

C125?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nilfisk-Pressure-Washer-cleaning-cleaner/dp/B0752RXFHM/ref=sr_1_8?crid=3DTBBQ07B9UD8&keywords=nilfisk+pressure+washer&qid=1567256813&s=gateway&sprefix=nilfisk%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-8

or more powerful C135?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nilfisk-Pressure-Washer-Induction-Motor/dp/B077NTY79K/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3DTBBQ07B9UD8&keywords=nilfisk+pressure+washer&qid=1567256948&s=gateway&sprefix=nilfisk%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-4

stimpson · 31-08-2019 7:21pm

bazz26 wrote: »

C125?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nilfisk-Pressure-Washer-cleaning-cleaner/dp/B0752RXFHM/ref=sr_1_8?crid=3DTBBQ07B9UD8&keywords=nilfisk+pressure+washer&qid=1567256813&s=gateway&sprefix=nilfisk%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-8

or more powerful C135?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nilfisk-Pressure-Washer-Induction-Motor/dp/B077NTY79K/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3DTBBQ07B9UD8&keywords=nilfisk+pressure+washer&qid=1567256948&s=gateway&sprefix=nilfisk%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-4

I bought the C135 one for my dad last year for £99. It was £140 earlier in the week, but was £125 on prime day. What really annoys me is that I actually posted about it on Bargain Alerts at the time.

I think I’ll keep an eye on Amazon. The current one pulses when not being used and apparently it’s the beginning of the end so hopefully it will last me a few more weeks.

bazz26 · 31-08-2019 11:55pm

My current one is 9 years old and has been pulsing by itself randomly for the last 2 years but still works fine. I bought a replacement last year as it was going cheap on amazon but haven't had the need to use it yet other than taking the hose pipe from it and using it on the old one which leaked where a kink formed.

Definitely keep an eye on amazon especially on the run up to Black Friday in November.

Moanin · 06-09-2019 12:36pm

stimpson wrote: »

So my C120 has started to pack up after 8 years of work. I've found a thread on it and it seems like it's about 50 quids worth of parts to put it right, so I've been looking at replacing it. I was looking at upgrading to a D140, but looking at the recent amazon reviews, the quality seems to have slipped.

Has anyone got any recommendations on what to get? budget is 200 - 250 and I want something that will last me as long as the 120.

This is well under Budget and is supposed to be a good piece of kit:

https://www.lidl.ie/en/p/garden-clean-up/pressure-washer/p25865

stimpson · 06-09-2019 2:30pm

Moanin wrote: »

This is well under Budget and is supposed to be a good piece of kit:

https://www.lidl.ie/en/p/garden-clean-up/pressure-washer/p25865

It's only 90 bar nominal pressure. And I want to stay with Nilfisk as I have a custom Nilfisk hose I want to reuse.

stimpson · 06-09-2019 3:35pm

This looks like fun though - 180bar

https://www.lidl.ie/en/p/product-recommendation/petrol-pressure-washer/p26446

07-09-2019 5:39pm

This one arrived yesterday for me.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sun-Joe-UK-SPX4001-Electric-Technology/dp/B06XJR2FCL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VF1PU94TDOAX&keywords=sun+joe+spx4001&qid=1567877582&s=gateway&sprefix=sun+joe%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1

Its made by Sun Joe and very popular in USA.....more reviews on the US site. https://www.amazon.com/Sun-Joe-SPX4001-Electric-Technology/dp/B01NBV3LPV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TM16KFAJVEOY&keywords=sun+joe+spx4001&qid=1567877867&s=gateway&sprefix=sun+joe+spx40%2Caps%2C338&sr=8-1#customerReviews

Ive been playing with it all day

Washed both cars...cleaned the gutters....moss off pathways. Its done everything Ive asked of it with ease.

Im very impressed with it. Ive used both Nilfisk and Karcher before....Im liking this much much better.

Its a good solid piece of kit and is powerful enough for any job Ill have at home.

uck51js9zml2yt · 08-09-2019 7:41am

stimpson wrote: »

This looks like fun though - 180bar

https://www.lidl.ie/en/p/product-recommendation/petrol-pressure-washer/p26446

Got one of these yesterday.was 199 a few weeks ago.

spuddy01 · 08-09-2019 8:11pm

Cash Curved Sentence wrote: »

Got one of these yesterday.was 199 a few weeks ago.

Picked up one also last night & washed 2 cars today with it. As my Ryobi washer gave up the ghost yesterday. Just saw this thread yesterday afternoon & went straight to my local lidl & picked it up so thanks very much for the info & hope the OP gets sorted with a pressure washer

uck51js9zml2yt · 09-09-2019 6:59pm

spuddy01 wrote: »

Picked up one also last night & washed 2 cars today with it. As my Ryobi washer gave up the ghost yesterday. Just saw this thread yesterday afternoon & went straight to my local lidl & picked it up so thanks very much for the info & hope the OP gets sorted with a pressure washer

My last one kept cutting out and brought it back.
Did you have to put in oil? What type/how much? Did you have to prime it ?

spuddy01 · 09-09-2019 9:46pm

Cash Curved Sentence wrote: »

My last one kept cutting out and brought it back.
Did you have to put in oil? What type/how much? Did you have to prime it ?

Yeah topped it up with 15W40 oil 0.6l as mentioned in the instructions.
Just switched on the choke & started first pull left it warm up & started washing the cars with no issue. Very happy with it & can also attach my snow foam lance so a win for me.

stimpson · 09-09-2019 10:38pm

Cash Curved Sentence wrote: »

My last one kept cutting out and brought it back.
Did you have to put in oil? What type/how much? Did you have to prime it ?

Did you not put oil in yours? Tempted to pick one up. Especially as I’ve seen they were 250 last year.

stimpson · 09-09-2019 11:18pm

I was sitting here contemplating my options and what pops up on Amazon Deal of the Day? Nilfisk e145 for £200.

Nilfisk E 145 bar Power Washer with 2100W Induction Motor, Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B077NVY82R

I get to keep my accessories and this should be a huge step up from my C120.

slave1 · 10-09-2019 7:56am

It's Pressure Washer Week (yes!) on Amazon so I'd expect varying daily deals for the week

stimpson · 15-09-2019 8:25am

C135 is down to £100 if anyone is watching it. I’m quite happy with my new E145 but would have preferred this at £100.

uck51js9zml2yt · 15-09-2019 8:27am

stimpson wrote: »

Did you not put oil in yours? Tempted to pick one up. Especially as I’ve seen they were 250 last year.

I put oil in it. Picked up another one for 50 less than I originally paid

s8n · 15-09-2019 10:28am

any bargains ??

stimpson · 15-09-2019 10:46am

s8n wrote: »

any bargains ??

Look at my post above. Daily deal on the C135 on Amazon.

elusiveguy · 19-02-2020 9:30am

Anyone aware of any good deals on a the moment?

Stallingrad · 19-02-2020 3:40pm

elusiveguy wrote: »

Anyone aware of any good deals on a the moment?

Not sure but avoid Karcher at all costs. My barely used 2 year old K4 is pissing water from underneath.

vectra · 20-02-2020 2:34am

elusiveguy wrote: »

Anyone aware of any good deals on a the moment?

Stick your neck out and buy a Kranzle.
You won't regret it.

20-02-2020 10:39am

I bought a SunJoe.
I've had both yellow and blue brands before.
I find this machine far better

Sun Joe UK-SPX4001 2030 PSI 1.76 GPM 14.5 Amp Electric Pressure Washer w/ Pressure Select Technology & Hose Reel https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XJR2FCL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_khMtEbYKT0QV3

MetzgerMeister · 20-02-2020 2:31pm

Stallingrad wrote: »

Not sure but avoid Karcher at all costs. My barely used 2 year old K4 is pissing water from underneath.

Did you get in touch with them about a warranty job?

I bought a K5 back in 2014 and haven't had any issues with it. It gets used at least once every 2 weeks on the car and the odd time on paths, gutters etc.

Stallingrad · 20-02-2020 2:41pm

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Did you get in touch with them about a warranty job?

I bought a K5 back in 2014 and haven't had any issues with it. It gets used at least once every 2 weeks on the car and the odd time on paths, gutters etc.

No luck tracing down the receipt unfortunately. Purchased from Woodies.

Gumbo · 23-02-2020 8:17pm

vectra wrote: »

Stick your neck out and buy a Kranzle.
You won't regret it.

10% discount with Reflect Autocare too if you mention your a member of the Ireland’s Detailing Enthusiasts group on Facebook

vectra · 23-02-2020 8:31pm

Gumbo wrote: »

10% discount with Reflect Autocare too if you mention your a member of the Ireland’s Detailing Enthusiasts group on Facebook

Probably cheaper still up north.

crasy dash · 23-02-2020 8:43pm

vectra wrote: »

Probably cheaper still up north.

How much did your 1050ts set you back, how are you finding it vectra?
Thinking of upgrading my nilfisk in the next month or two so some real world advice
would be greatly appreciated:)

Gumbo · 23-02-2020 8:46pm

vectra wrote: »

Probably cheaper still up north.

Very possible.
I’m still running Lidl was her I bought in 2006!

limnam · 23-02-2020 8:50pm

Looking at picking up a

Kränzle High Pressure Cleaner K 1152 TS T

I only have a standard tap at the garage, will I need to buy anything else to get it connected or ?

vectra · 23-02-2020 8:55pm

crasy dash wrote: »

How much did your 1050ts set you back, how are you finding it vectra?
Thinking of upgrading my nilfisk in the next month or two so some real world advice
would be greatly appreciated:)

Best washer I ever had,
Heavy compared to others, but well worth it,
I have used it a few times around the house on footpaths etc, Brilliant.
£418.99

limnam wrote: »

Looking at picking up a

Kränzle High Pressure Cleaner K 1152 TS T

I only have a standard tap at the garage, will I need to buy anything else to get it connected or ?

Should fit fine.
Check your water flow rate first.

limnam · 23-02-2020 8:57pm

vectra wrote: »

Best washer I ever had,
Heavy compared to others, but well worth it,
I have used it a few times around the house on footpaths etc, Brilliant.
£418.99

Should fit fine.
Check your water flow rate first.

Yeah. it's not on a pump was also a concern. It's connected directly off the mains.

vectra · 24-02-2020 2:07am

limnam wrote: »

Yeah. it's not on a pump was also a concern. It's connected directly off the mains.

Still check the flow rate.

MetzgerMeister · 24-02-2020 9:14am

I've had issues with my K5 since I moved into my current house. I have to remove the extension be it foam/vario/dirt blaster lance, pull the trigger and let water run through it then when I reinstall the lance it's at full pressure. Each time I stop this has to be done. It's not an issue with the washer as I have brought it back to my parents' place to test it and it's perfect so it's some issue with my water supply.

I hooked it up to my neighbour's tap and it's the same thing.

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