jnoden 15 Report post Posted March 21, 2005 I currently run a 4gpm 3700psi unit. Some times the pump kicks off and I have no pressure. I think that it is because the water source is not putting out adequate gpm's but not sure. I know I need to start timing how long it takes to fill a 5 gal bucket and will start doing so but I was wondering if I need a buffer tank for low flow rated water sources. I think I read that it can be real bad on pumps if they are starved. I was thinking that 25 gallons will serve its purpose but I have no idea where to purchase one. Sorry that this turns out to be a question and not info on a new great discovery that can change the power washing industry. I am still working on that one.:lgmoneyey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GymRat 14 Report post Posted March 22, 2005 Use the search engine on this site, there is a recent thread on using a 55 gallon drum and plumbing in a hudson float valve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don Phelps 85 Report post Posted March 22, 2005 Here is the 55 gallon drum thread. http://www.thegrimescene.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3371 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aplus 525 Report post Posted March 22, 2005 Check your local coin operated car washes. They often have plastic drums available that was used to deliver their chems. You may find it easier to locate a 30 gallon drum, than a 25. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jnoden 15 Report post Posted March 23, 2005 With everything that I have going on right now I was just hoping to buy one. I t doesnt sound like their available or are too expensive and it is better to make your own. Do you guys think I even need one with a 4gpm unit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don Phelps 85 Report post Posted March 23, 2005 If you're actually running your pump dry, YES, you need one. If not, you'll soon need a new pump too. You can buy 35 gallon tanks at Tractor Supply or most other farm supply stores. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCPC 26 Report post Posted March 23, 2005 My machine is 4gpm, and I don't use a water tank, and have only run into a situation where my pump has bogged down from lack of water a handful of times. Instead of caring around a water tank that I'm rarely ever going to need, I have another method of solving this problem when it arises. I use a Y hose adapter that has opposite fittings on it and attach it to my washer and run two hoses to two differnt water spikets and it has always solved the problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jnoden 15 Report post Posted March 24, 2005 I havent thought about the y connector and two spikots. It will not change the water pressure but it would certainly double the gpm's. Sometimes its the simple solutions that we over look. Thanks for the idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
