Surflo answering a question on Dan’s BB

[Ron Musgraves]

Surflo answering a question on Dan’s BB


http://www.powerwashnetwork.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3090

Here something that’s killing me, I wanted to answer this guys question on Dan’s bb.

“So I said self” how can I? Well, this may not be politically correct but oh well when have I been.

So above is the question asked, take a look and then tune back for my answer. If I could answer on Dan’s bb I would have. I can’t even access this guys e-mail. Could someone get this to him if it’s possible?






What surflo would I buy? the 100 series.


Here are my reasons,

surflo used to make a pump that would pump 100psi at I think 2.4 gpm. I loved this pump when I was fleet washing.

Here are my only reasons, 100 ft of hose aint enough hose. You need at least 200 or more feet if you are using it on trucks. If its flat work your OK. Decks I would think that you would need a lot because you always cant get your rig in the back yard.

If you have more hose you’re going to get less pressure. Less pressure, less gpm. Its that simple.

Now I don’t know if mark specified what he was going to use them for. If doing fleets I would use a 5 horse Honda with a 300psi pump. Just like the pest control guys use.


I like surflo, they truly are a good pump. The 60psi that everyone suggested are a good one too I’m sure. Just giving you my experience.

Expect to pay 90.00 to 135.00 for either depending on where you get it.

Take a look for your self,, surflo’s link


http://www.shurflo.com/html/Indust.html

 

[Jon]

Ron,

I use 60 feet of hose, never had need for more so cut the 100 down and it works fine. If I ever need more I can connect the hoses together and still works fine.

I paid less for mine from Envirospecs', $78.00 to be exact, but you're right, most charge over $100 for them.

On my second pump, first one died after two years and the cost to rebuild was almost the same as buying a new one, I would always opt for new if within say $25.00 of rebuilding, not only pump but most things.

 

[Deckcareplus]

Ron,
I too love the Shur-flo pumps. I have been using them for about seven years now to apply chemicals as well as sealant to decks. A friend in the business told me about the idea and it has saved me lots of time. For the costs you can't beat it!

I would be interested in the best way to rebuild them though. I have a couple that I have saved through the years due to them not working. Figured I could use them for spare parts.