Mini-Review RYOBI High Flow Automotive Pressure Washer

[Merlin]

Mini-Review RYOBI High Flow Automotive Pressure Washer​

Home Depot Pressure Washer 1.8 GPM Model # 1013019632

Pressure Washer Model Comparisons.

Ryobi website info Info:
"Ideal For Cars, Trucks, & Other Vehicles
Premium Car Detailing Accessories Included
1.8 GPM High Flow Rate for Optimized Cleaning

The RYOBI 1.8 GPM Automotive High Flow Pressure Washer is ideal for automotive professionals and car enthusiasts.
With a design that prioritizes an increased water flow of 1.8 GPM, this high-performance pressure washer achieves a deeper, more effective clean than other models.
The short handle design of the stubby trigger handle provides less vibration than a standard trigger handle, creating a comfortable one-handed experience while also allowing you to stand closer to your vehicle.
The specialized automotive nozzles can attach directly to the trigger handle and feature a dome design and protective overmold, enhancing durability and precision.
The 15° nozzle offers a concentrated spray for tough stains, the 25° for general cleaning, and the 40° for a gentle rinse.
The included foamer delivers thick soap to effectively clean dirt and grime. The included 40’ hose is 2X longer than a standard hose, making it easier to reach around your vehicle without constantly moving the pressure washer."

My thoughts.
If you're looking for an inexpensive pressure washer designed for washing cars. This one makes great foam!
The main requirement for making a thick foam is GPM, not PSI. To get good foam, you should have +/- 2.0 GPM.
However, when I've been looking at PWs with 2.0 GPM, they are usually around 4000 PSI or greater!
That'll peel your paint and your wallet! IMHO, for the price point, the Ryobi model 1013019632 it works great!
This unit is small (about the size of a loaf of bread), is electric (lower maintenance), and easily fits on my shelf.

I used the MTM Hydro PF22.2 Professional Snow Foam Cannon with the Ryobi 1.8 PW

I recommend quick disconnects for both hoses.
I purchased the M MINGLE Ultimate Pressure Washer Adapter set (Amazon $20)
This covers the garden hose in/out and the hose-to-gun in/out.
I believe it even has a swivel for the bottom of the PW gun.

I'm happy with the results of the Pressure Washer and the quick disconnects.

If you have any questions, please reply to this post.

 

[Dan]

Excellent review. My stance on pressure washers is buy the cheapest one that will do the job for you, they are disposable items, at least the electric ones are.

For those of you that haven't discovered it yet, directtoolsoutlet.com is a fantastic place to get Ryobi stuff, if you wait for a Sale. Stay away from the refurbs but the factory blemished means the box is scratch up.... because they ship in the original box...lol.

 

[Merlin]

I recently purchased a QUIVR foam cannon.
It works great with the Ryobi 1.8 GPM Model # 1013019632

Lots of Shaving cream!

 

[PoisonTheWell]

if my SunJoe ever dies, I’ll give this a try. Do you need to get a smaller orifice for the PF22?

 

[Merlin]

if my SunJoe ever dies, I’ll give this a try. Do you need to get a smaller orifice for the PF22?

I recently switched to a QUIVR foam cannon. I like it.
It comes with a 1.1 and 1.25

 

[Lonnie]

Merlin, typical Captain Obvious question:
What particular manufacturer and it's trade product name soap are you using to make this much foam?? Can you wash in Florida sun with it?
Edit: I see you are using Adam's Mega Foam soap in some of the details you have previous posted, so I assume this is the soap.
Still curious about using it in the sun, though.

 

[Merlin]

Merlin, typical Captain Obvious question:
What particular manufacturer and it's trade product name soap are you using to make this much foam??

In this particular case I used the Adam's Mega Foam (RED)
There are lots of soaps that are designed to work in a foam cannon.
I feel (now I've tried 'em) that the new 1.8 PW and the foam cannon are key.

Can you wash in Florida sun with it?

I never wash in the sun! I do however, wash and dry only in the early morning, before it gets hot.

Edit: I see you are using Adam's Mega Foam soap in some of the details you have previous posted, so I assume this is the soap.

The Adams (RED for prep work) contains chemistry that strips, wax, sealant, and possibly even ceramics.
Adam's Car Wash Shampoo (BLUE) is what I might suggest (in the Adams product line) for maintenance wash.
All foam cannon soaps are not the same! The chemistries are very different depending on what you are trying to achieve.

Still curious about using it in the sun, though.

I never wash in the sun!
BTW - I use a temp gauge first (a cheapie from Harbour Freight) to check the paint surface temp.

There is a huge difference in the paint temp. in the noon sun.
The temp of a white car (100f-120f) to a black car (140f-180f)

 

[Merlin]

Ryobi 1.8 GPM Pressure Washer - QUIVR Foam Cannon with 1.25 tip - Not bad at all.

I am going to swith to the 1.1 tip to see if that makes a difference. - I'll keep you posted.