MrNorwall
03-29-2008, 10:21 PM
Whats a good psi level to do some rinsing of cars and using a foam cannon. I dont want to spend a lot and i see a cheap one that has 1350 PSI, is that enough to use a foam cannon for covering the whole vehicle like snow? Thanks
scary bill
03-30-2008, 12:44 AM
PSI is really overrated with PWs. Gallons Per min. (GPM) is better at showing "effective cleaning power". Mine is a 5HP gas w/ 2400PSI and 2.2GPM. It works great and was about $400. I also have the Cam Spray foam cannon.
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I wouldn`t buy a cheap one, as they don`t last long. I have had some cheap electrics in the past and they burn up. My gas PW is 5 years old and gets a lot of use. Once you et a PW you will find other uses too. Washing your house siding, driveway, and garage floor.
To answer you question, the cheap one will probably work. Don`t expect it to last long with heavy use. It may not make as foam, or clean as fast(not a big worry, thoug). It will do the job. I just try to point people in the direction the first time. Buying a few cheapies will cost as much (or more) than getting a mid priced PW that will last many years.