Prtable water filter to avoid hard water spots?

**danforz** · 05-27-2007, 02:12 PM

Hey guys, is there such a device that can be connected to a hose which helps reduce the calcium deposits in the water AND is portable?

Thanks

**JPDetail** · 05-27-2007, 02:57 PM

I`ve come across several pricey ones when I was looking for one but never actually went through with a purchase.

I came across this thread yesterday about the Water Stick and ended up purchasing it.

Not sure how well it works but at that price it was worth a shot. As long as you have access to a water source it seems portable enough unless you`re looking for those units that have both a deionizer and water softener on wheels such as this one or this one (without wheels).

When I move into my new home I`m going to get this one installed but in the meantime I`m hoping the Water Stick will suffice.

**imported_Ivan Rajic** · 05-27-2007, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by JPDetail

I`ve come across several pricey ones when I was looking for one but never actually went through with a purchase.

I came across this thread yesterday about the Water Stick and ended up purchasing it.

Not sure how well it works but at that price it was worth a shot. As long as you have access to a water source it seems portable enough unless you`re looking for those units that have both a deionizer and water softener on wheels such as this one or this one (without wheels).

When I move into my new home I`m going to get this one installed but in the meantime I`m hoping the Water Stick will suffice.

Please post your results with the water stick... I just saw that thread a day or 2 ago as well and it seemed interesting.

Oh and you`re sig is hilarious :spit:

**danforz** · 05-27-2007, 03:37 PM

Thank you JP, you`ve been very helpful. I`m also curious how the waterstick thing works... I`m not looking to shell out another $300 for a water softener so hopefully there is a cheaper alternative. I look forward to your review of the water stick.

**joshtpa** · 05-27-2007, 03:42 PM

There are a million little gadgets that say they do it, and some do it better than others. Heck even the Mr. Clean did this to an extent.

**paul34** · 05-27-2007, 03:55 PM

Garden Hose Filters

That`s one a lot of people around here seem to like

**JPDetail** · 05-27-2007, 05:03 PM

Originally Posted by joshtpa

There are a million little gadgets that say they do it, and some do it better than others. Heck even the Mr. Clean did this to an extent.

Yeah I`m one of those suckers that bought it. A little too bulky and the final rinse was way too weak for my tastes. It took me forever to rinse the soap off.

Originally Posted by danforz

Thank you JP, you`ve been very helpful. I`m also curious how the waterstick thing works... I`m not looking to shell out another $300 for a water softener so hopefully there is a cheaper alternative. I look forward to your review of the water stick.

No prob. I have no problem shelling out big bucks for a high end unit if it`s worth it. The only reason I didn`t buy the other one yet is because I`m hoping to build my dream garage soon. Wife`s going to hate it

In the meantime I don`t have a garage and I always end up with water spots regardless of how fast I go, so I need something..

I`m wondering with the length of that water stick, could I reach those pesky pigeons with the laser guided bowel bombs...?

**AMDin93103** · 05-27-2007, 07:06 PM

Originally Posted by Danforz

Hey guys, is there such a device that can be connected to a hose which helps reduce the calcium deposits in the water AND is portable?

Were you going to go ahead with the pressure washer (and loaf tank?) setup you discussed in the Pro Forum or use clients water on a per location basis?

Are you trying to reduce or eradicate the TDS? Any conditioning system is relatively cheap until you factor the life of the filters/membranes and the cost of replacement. Do you have access to a store-front water retailer in your area. . . you know, like a place where the GP fills their own 5 gallon bottles for drinking?

**danforz** · 05-27-2007, 07:17 PM

Originally Posted by AMDin93103

Were you going to go ahead with the pressure washer (and loaf tank?) setup you discussed in the Pro Forum or use clients water on a per location basis?

Are you trying to reduce or eradicate the TDS? Any conditioning system is relatively cheap until you factor the life of the filters/membranes and the cost of replacement. Do you have access to a store-front water retailer in your area. . . you know, like a place where the GP fills their own 5 gallon bottles for drinking?

The pressure washer probably won`t be happening for a while.

What is TDS?

As for a store-front water retailer, can`t say that I`ve seen one around. Anyone know of any in West LA?

**AMDin93103** · 05-27-2007, 07:31 PM

Originally Posted by Danforz

The pressure washer probably won`t be happening for a while.

What is TDS?

As for a store-front water retailer, can`t say that I`ve seen one around. Anyone know of any in West LA?

TDS= Total Dissolved Solids. The way I understand, (the other PC probably knows), these are what are responsible for spotting; as well as Calcium and a low pH?!

I am not familiar with your area but suggest contacting a few conditioning specialists (Rayne, Culligan, and a private entity for contrast) and ask if they retail RO or DI water to detailers. If you have a 3D Detail Supply, they should sell DI. I pay 15Ã‚¢ per gallon for RO in 500 gallon allotments FWIW.

With the above options, you aren`t responsible for maintenance of the system and if you have a location close, it`s all too easy.

HTH.