[Rob T]

Hi All,

Quick hello and a question. I've decided to start offering pressure washing services locally as a sideline to my current business. I've done a fair bit of research but always happy to hear advice & criticism where necessary.
I've started purchasing equipment, mainly used, to hit the ground running as well kitted as I can. I have a Jetmac 18" FSC, lances  and have been offered a powerful used pressure washer for a good price.

My question is; the unit is a Honda IGX440 running an interpump W202 and reduction gearbox. Rated at 21lpm this sounds good enough to power the 18" and possibly something bigger should a larger job come up. I'm aware it'll need a buffer tank to run it due to the large flow. Does this sound like a suitable machine or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance

[Kev Martin]

Hi All,

Quick hello and a question. I've decided to start offering pressure washing services locally as a sideline to my current business. I've done a fair bit of research but always happy to hear advice & criticism where necessary.
I've started purchasing equipment, mainly used, to hit the ground running as well kitted as I can. I have a Jetmac 18" FSC, lances  and have been offered a powerful used pressure washer for a good price.

My question is; the unit is a Honda IGX440 running an interpump W202 and reduction gearbox. Rated at 21lpm this sounds good enough to power the 18" and possibly something bigger should a larger job come up. I'm aware it'll need a buffer tank to run it due to the large flow. Does this sound like a suitable machine or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance

Personally I would talk to Ben at Rutland Pumps

[Rob T]

Hi All,

Quick hello and a question. I've decided to start offering pressure washing services locally as a sideline to my current business. I've done a fair bit of research but always happy to hear advice & criticism where necessary.
I've started purchasing equipment, mainly used, to hit the ground running as well kitted as I can. I have a Jetmac 18" FSC, lances  and have been offered a powerful used pressure washer for a good price.

My question is; the unit is a Honda IGX440 running an interpump W202 and reduction gearbox. Rated at 21lpm this sounds good enough to power the 18" and possibly something bigger should a larger job come up. I'm aware it'll need a buffer tank to run it due to the large flow. Does this sound like a suitable machine or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance

Personally I would talk to Ben at Rutland Pumps

I had considered it but I wouldn't want to waste his time as I'm not looking to buy anything from him at present, bit too cheeky in my book 

[Kev Martin]

Hi All,

Quick hello and a question. I've decided to start offering pressure washing services locally as a sideline to my current business. I've done a fair bit of research but always happy to hear advice & criticism where necessary.
I've started purchasing equipment, mainly used, to hit the ground running as well kitted as I can. I have a Jetmac 18" FSC, lances  and have been offered a powerful used pressure washer for a good price.

My question is; the unit is a Honda IGX440 running an interpump W202 and reduction gearbox. Rated at 21lpm this sounds good enough to power the 18" and possibly something bigger should a larger job come up. I'm aware it'll need a buffer tank to run it due to the large flow. Does this sound like a suitable machine or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance

Personally I would talk to Ben at Rutland Pumps

I had considered it but I wouldn't want to waste his time as I'm not looking to buy anything from him at present, bit too cheeky in my book 

Most of us on here are here to help!  Call Ben I am sure he will help where he can he's a good egg

[Rob T]

Hi All,

Quick hello and a question. I've decided to start offering pressure washing services locally as a sideline to my current business. I've done a fair bit of research but always happy to hear advice & criticism where necessary.
I've started purchasing equipment, mainly used, to hit the ground running as well kitted as I can. I have a Jetmac 18" FSC, lances  and have been offered a powerful used pressure washer for a good price.

My question is; the unit is a Honda IGX440 running an interpump W202 and reduction gearbox. Rated at 21lpm this sounds good enough to power the 18" and possibly something bigger should a larger job come up. I'm aware it'll need a buffer tank to run it due to the large flow. Does this sound like a suitable machine or am I missing something?

Thanks in advance

Personally I would talk to Ben at Rutland Pumps

I had considered it but I wouldn't want to waste his time as I'm not looking to buy anything from him at present, bit too cheeky in my book 

Most of us on here are here to help!  Call Ben I am sure he will help where he can he's a good egg

Good to know! I've seen a lot of industry specific (not cleaning) forums can be a little prickly to new starters (which I understand), I read a lot but I won't be getting you guys to run my business via keyboard for me  . Thanks Kev

[Mike Halliday]

Honda is a good engine and interpump is a quality pump so I don't think you have gone far wrong with them. The jet Mac FSC might be suspect. Don't forget the turbo lance which is essential  and start researching sodium hypoclorite you will need knowledge of this

[Rob T]

Honda is a good engine and interpump is a quality pump so I don't think you have gone far wrong with them. The jet Mac FSC might be suspect. Don't forget the turbo lance which is essential  and start researching sodium hypoclorite you will need knowledge of this

Thanks for the input Mike. I've researched both of those already, learning before acting in my book!

[Ben Marriott]

IGX440 are like hens teeth but sure are fine motors!! me likeyy!

[Rob T]

IGX440 are like hens teeth but sure are fine motors!! me likeyy!

I can't really get better feedback than that then!  I may get it to you at some point to check her over as it's not new obviously

[Smurf]

Have you had a chance to play with it yet?
 If so would be interesting to hear what you think of it and even better if you could  post a vid so we can all see it in action.

[Rob T]

I haven't even picked it up yet 

500 mile round trip tomorrow to get it, she was cheap though so worth the journey. Once I've got it back, sorted out other gear I need (hoses, lances etc) i'll put give some feedback for you

[Ben Marriott]

IGX440 are like hens teeth but sure are fine motors!! me likeyy!

I can't really get better feedback than that then!  I may get it to you at some point to check her over as it's not new obviously

Anytime Rob

[Don Simon]

sideline you say ?     Please leave now and close the door on your way out 

[Rob T]

sideline you say ?     Please leave now and close the door on your way out 

Allow me to rephrase- Secondary company