How To Fix A Pressure Washer That Has Low Pressure

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How to fix a power washer when it has no pressure. Some tricks and tips before you take it in to the shop... How To Fix a Pressure Washer That Has Low Pressure?
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  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon4 жыл бұрын

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  • @Oracles001

    @Oracles001

    4 жыл бұрын

    Steve's Small Engine Saloon can you put a bigger pump on a 3400 psi 2.5 gallons machine ?

  • @massfrog
    @massfrog6 жыл бұрын

    I don't even own a pressure washer. I just like watching Steve's video. "wicked" awesome

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Right on thanks buddy....

  • @sheilamobley2480

    @sheilamobley2480

    3 жыл бұрын

    Found on in the dump and got it work:)

  • @WilliamDunbar-iv9sq
    @WilliamDunbar-iv9sq2 ай бұрын

    Steve, Thanks for taking the time to make this video. My pressure washer stopped making pressure as I was using it. I had just bought new tips so I never thought to check the orifices. When I did, thanks to your video, I found that two of the four new tips were blocked. After clearing the blockages, I checked the water pathway step by step - entry, exit, hose, wand, and tip. I then fired up the pressure washer, and it worked like a champ. Checking the tips seems obvious now, but given that I had just bought new ones, I didn’t think of it. Your video helped me to see the light, literally! Thanks again.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 ай бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @rogfromthegarage8158
    @rogfromthegarage81584 жыл бұрын

    I've been fixing my own stuff for decades (drinking beer most of the time as well), but I learn something new in each and every one of Steve's videos. Thanks, Steve.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...and You're Welcome...

  • @MrSebesta
    @MrSebesta Жыл бұрын

    Hey Steve. I greatly appreciate you taking the time to help people out! You do a great job at teaching in a very basic way with clarity and easy to comprehend steps! I wanted to add that in the case of no pressure build-up when running, the unloader valve pintle/shaft may be stuck in the (spring) compressed position, thereby unseating the check ball, not allowing the pressure to build because it's bypassing the restrictor. The opposite can occur if the pintle is stuck in the extended position to where the spring is always decompressed, thereby not allowing any water to bypass the spring tension. In that case, the pressure washer will always put out high pressure and worse off the pump will always be "loaded" which makes the engine very hard to start if the water is on and attached to the pressure washer. I've actually narrowed this problem down by removing the water hose and then pull the rope and immediately the engine is able to rotate/start, as long as there is no water attached. Obviously, this is only to be done as a quick diagnosis, NOT to be ran more than a few seconds with no water attached. I hope that I explained all that clearly. Maybe you disagree but I just wanted to mention these things because I've experienced both scenarios. Either way, thank you for doing what you do to help people!

  • @robertchaffee5662
    @robertchaffee56625 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve for helping this rookie small engine Mechanic in Florida. I'm more of the electrical technition but learning more everyday on the mechanics. Loving it!! Cheers Buddy! It's the first thing I go for after work, they won't let us drink on the clock!.. Lol

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Right on Rob...

  • @georgehinterlong6511
    @georgehinterlong651123 күн бұрын

    Thanks. Found a clogged screen in sprayer. Cleaned out works great. My favorite saying is got gas. From sling blade. Had water going in but none coming out. Took off sprayer and turned water on to flush out anything else that could be in it. I appreciate your videos

  • @sergiogonzalez-qz4id
    @sergiogonzalez-qz4id2 жыл бұрын

    Man, I just changed tips on my pressure washer and it started working. Thanx!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped!

  • @RD-xh9ss
    @RD-xh9ss3 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I just got done pressure washing and I'd say the gun was at 60% power. Had to keep layering my passes to clean my fence. Thanks to you I can do these basic checks on my own. Appreciate the help. Keep making those videos 👍👊

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @michaelkirwan177
    @michaelkirwan1773 жыл бұрын

    As usual your video is the most direct and straightforward approach based on a reasonable & logical progression to obtain a satisfactory resolution. The easy manner and understandable narration keeps the listener/viewer from getting lost in the weeds. Remarkably simple machines in so many ways yet they can perplex a mechanic who is too self-assured to look for the obvious solution. Your method is the best. You take the viewer into the mechanics of the repair without over complicating the process. Superb video once again. Thank You Mike Kirwan - Kenmore, WA

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    Right on Mike! Thank You...

  • @jacklasalle9575

    @jacklasalle9575

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed 👌

  • @dporrasxtremeLS3

    @dporrasxtremeLS3

    Жыл бұрын

    Damm! So well explained, and Very well written! Thanks for this comment!

  • @rickberry6062
    @rickberry60626 жыл бұрын

    Best description of WHY for each part...great approach....helps with troubleshooting...Thank you, Steve

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome...

  • @bushratbeachbum
    @bushratbeachbum21 күн бұрын

    Is there a video on more in depth pressure pump diagnosis and/or repair? Would love to see a few different pumps in pieces and what is likely to fail in an actually worn out, broken or dry run pump, which ones are worth repairing and which ones are better off being replaced. I have a few salvaged ones and although the really big ones are worth a fortune and almost certainly worth repair, it's hard to know how far to chase for parts and when to cut losses! Cheers Steveo! Appreciate all your videos, ya legend!!

  • @martinpreece7773
    @martinpreece77735 жыл бұрын

    Drinking rum before 10am makes you a pirate not an alcoholic

  • @jonhmonroney12

    @jonhmonroney12

    4 жыл бұрын

    This is accurate. crew mate of the Dead Pirate and Cpt. Elijah. ⚡

  • @andrepastor4844

    @andrepastor4844

    3 жыл бұрын

    What a relief!

  • @rocstark1997

    @rocstark1997

    2 жыл бұрын

    Arrgh

  • @jdj65x47
    @jdj65x473 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve, I've watched several of your vids, always so helpful and easy to follow along. I'm no mechanic but have grown weary of always spending what seems llike a ridiculous & never ending amount of $$ yr after yr to keep all my small engine stuff running so out of necessity I've started trying to fix a few of my small engine issues as they arise, and your vids have helped on several occasions. Oh man I could sure wish I had a cousin or brother in law with your knowledge & skills but unfortunately I'm stuck with a bunch of guys as dumb as me. Thanks again pal....you're the best !

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @markmullan2498
    @markmullan24985 жыл бұрын

    My Norther Tool Powerhorse Pressure Washer had less than 5 hours on it, and the water flow through to the wand clogged up. After using needles to clean both the tip and the Outlet nut orifice, which were both clogged, I'm a happy camper. Thanks for the tips, they were a great help, and saved me $$ for shop work!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @n206ja
    @n206ja3 жыл бұрын

    Steve, my old Troy Bilt pressure washer was completely stopped-up - no flow of water through tip at all. My wand's tip was open but I checked the o-ring on the plunger on the high-pressure outlet (the second place you said to check) and sure enough, the o-ring had broken and worked its way down inside the plunger, blocking the flow. Looks like a 50-cent o-ring and I'm back in business! THANKS! You are definitely my number one go-to source for small engine equipment repair!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @jonathanmilland2867
    @jonathanmilland28674 жыл бұрын

    Wealth of knowledge and very underrated channel. Love the vids

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @deanjagger1190
    @deanjagger1190 Жыл бұрын

    How do you a just the PSI, or even tell how much PSI is coming out of the pump?

  • @1OlBull
    @1OlBull4 жыл бұрын

    I visited Vancouver Island several years ago. What a beautiful place! Thanks for the "tips"...

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @tomsmith1390
    @tomsmith13904 жыл бұрын

    Before breakfast and with a cup of coffee, watching Steve teach me about problems I may someday have is a good way to start the day> Looking forward to a beer or two with him later in the evening. This has been a fine way to stay safe at home away from the covid-19 thing and all the riots going on in the US.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right on Tommy....

  • @johnosczakiewicz9740
    @johnosczakiewicz97402 жыл бұрын

    What i did was, install a whole-house water filter, by: Rainfresh ,a bc2 ,charcoal filter ,has about a 5 micron rating, cleanses the water out of all substances normally found in water,

  • @hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada
    @hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada4 жыл бұрын

    I’m partial to Yeungling, myself. Jameson works too!

  • @rickdff62
    @rickdff62 Жыл бұрын

    Brother Steve, you are the best because every other video covers the most common problems for when the pump is fried. You on the other hand, know that many home owners (like myself) are dumb, ha! I knew it had to be something really simple because I just used it 2 weeks ago and yep, I forgot I had put the black tip on for when I was soaping up my siding. You rock!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    Жыл бұрын

    Right on buddy! Don't feel bad, I did that myself once!!!

  • @morgang592
    @morgang5924 жыл бұрын

    Steve, I love your videos and wish I lived closer to visit your shop in person. Thank you so much for teaching me A TON!! You’re a great teacher!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thanks!

  • @martinpreece7773
    @martinpreece77735 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve useful advice as always. I once bought an expensive electric washer that lasted until the week after the warranty expired. Cracked plastic cylinder head, despite draining it properly each time.Customer Services politely showed me the middle finger .My lesson is Aways choose one with metal head and not made by Karcher!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amen, Brutha...

  • @herb83363
    @herb833632 жыл бұрын

    Always have silicone grease handy for tips, o-rings, and other connections. And remember when changing a tip to rotate it in the end of he wand to insure it's seated. Otherwise it may end up in a neighbors yard or in a low orbit.

  • @northbetrue

    @northbetrue

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha that’s really funny. I was that guy once.

  • @GenoX2

    @GenoX2

    Ай бұрын

    @@northbetrue😂😂😂 that has definitely happened a time or 2 in my 15 years of power washing.

  • @briondarisen9870
    @briondarisen98704 жыл бұрын

    I loved your video! Mine had low pressure because of a leak in the outlet fitting. All it needed was an O ring and it was good as new. I checked my tips too and found out one of them was clogged and cleaned it out with a small wire. Thanks for the fun and informative video!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great job!

  • @thefarmlifeinhd
    @thefarmlifeinhd3 жыл бұрын

    Holy moly bud Im drinking a Budweiser myself as Im writing this. I saw your video and have a pressure washer that has a pump that works every now and then.

  • @krushar2853
    @krushar28535 жыл бұрын

    Very informative,educational and worth watching till the very end.👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @jamesj.wilson9139
    @jamesj.wilson91395 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Steve, most informative. Jim Wilson AZ

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @perspicator5779
    @perspicator577911 ай бұрын

    Love your channel! Been doing engines for 50 years and always learn something new on your channel!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    11 ай бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @cherylst.pierre8651
    @cherylst.pierre86513 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for talking about the nozzle. I had no idea that made such a difference on the pressure!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @bwagenberg
    @bwagenberg5 жыл бұрын

    You're terrific!! Great detail and pictures. Thank you. Do you like that winterizing chemical in the screw on can?

  • @cookinitmax
    @cookinitmax5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man trading work for a pressure washer tomorrow that's been used two times but has low pressure it's a Honda so hope I get lucky. I got lucky new pressure washer nothing wrong with it tip was the problem they used soap tip thing started first pull changed tip wow pressure.

  • @wyelandlebeouf7202

    @wyelandlebeouf7202

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same here got a crafstman pressure washer no pressure no easy fix though. I'm fix small engines for a living now lost my job with this covid 19 bullshit long story short I'm an engine mechanic not too educated on pumps. Been through all the easy fixes expecting a bad pump unfortunately

  • @elderyehudahwatchmanoftheg8425
    @elderyehudahwatchmanoftheg84252 ай бұрын

    I'm grateful, I have learned more from your video than the 1,000's I have watched. Thank you sir. By the way, you can pass for the late Patrick Swayze 's brother.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 ай бұрын

    Excellent!

  • @youkiddingme2010
    @youkiddingme20104 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve for your video. My nozzle needed to be replaced for pressure to return. Thought pump went bad but was just a simple nozzle. Again thanks from the USA to our northern neighbors! Been to Butchart Gardens twice so beautiful.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Very welcome

  • @aarons858
    @aarons8586 жыл бұрын

    Steve rocks

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @jeffquinn5653
    @jeffquinn56535 жыл бұрын

    You have been a great help for all of us with small engines. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...and You're Welcome...

  • @josecollazos6

    @josecollazos6

    4 жыл бұрын

    Steve's Small Engine Saloon hey Steve i check all that stuff you mention but my pump has a black little hose and when i twist and twist it start to suck the water and gain pressure by chance you know what can be the issue ?

  • @leonscogno1914
    @leonscogno19142 жыл бұрын

    Steve I love your site, here is a helpful tip for power washer low pressure. After I changed all the 6 valves, unloaded, pressure vale, checked everything I still had low pressure. Most over looked replacement for low pressure problems. Remove the high pressure hose from the PW, this high pressure hose is attached to the 3" high pressure pipe, remove this 3" pipe, now after removing pipe look back inside the pipe still attached to the PW, yes there it is "The Jet", unscrew the jet (screwdriver left), after the turning stops, you need to pull the jet out, not easy, what I did, I hooked the PW to the garden hose and the water pressure pushed it out, be careful not to lose the jet parts , (back jet, spring, front jet), small pin hole need to be cleaned out, also the jet may need to be replaced, this is where my problem was, worn jet, easy.... Lee

  • @russg1801
    @russg18016 жыл бұрын

    I'm gonna fix my pressure washer...here, hold my beer!

  • @beachbums2008

    @beachbums2008

    4 жыл бұрын

    If i hold it I'll drink it all! Lol

  • @markolsen7438
    @markolsen74383 жыл бұрын

    You covered the basics, but not all of them, the lack of pressure could also be because the water supply has low pressure such as from a well with a small pump and tank (not city water) I noticed that when using mine at my sons home across the road from me. My pressure washer works great at my place but I seem to run out of water at his place when the water pump at the well has a low water level in the tank. You need to wait for the pump and tank to catch up so it can supply the pressure washer. The other could be that there is a kink in the garden hose

  • @petejuarezjr
    @petejuarezjr6 жыл бұрын

    Great video Steve I recently started tinkering with my 14 year old pressure washer and you have given me some good tips I didn't know about. And yes 14 year old Honda engine still running strong except for the water pump that just seized up. I ordered a new water pump for it so I'm hoping I get at least a couple of more yrs out of it.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Right on Pete...

  • @samuelcoles6791
    @samuelcoles67915 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve your class act work on my power washer for 2 days low pressure or no pressure cut on your video put a paper clip through the tip pressure wash been running ever since thanks dog you're my hero 😅 !!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Sam....

  • @shootthemoon6072
    @shootthemoon60726 жыл бұрын

    Good video! I like the Budweiser, and you look like a Skinnier version of Bull from Night Court.😂

  • @galaxianentity
    @galaxianentity4 жыл бұрын

    Now I've got to go get me a pressure washer to justify my rum & coke. Thankx Steve

  • @Dan-qt7kq

    @Dan-qt7kq

    3 жыл бұрын

    Let me know what your wife says about that. I’ll try it too, good advice as far as I’m concerned. The reason is good I’d say.

  • @Trigger-xw9gq
    @Trigger-xw9gq3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this Steve. I just today rented a Honda PW to do my driveway, as I have done numerous times before with the same equipment. I noticed right away that the pressure was much lower than before, and couldn't figure it out. I found this video and watched it to the end. I had already checked the first things you mentioned, but not the last one, and when I removed that black plastic cap, I found that spring broken into nine pieces, and bathed in rusty grime. Bingo!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    Right on

  • @JamieDixon
    @JamieDixon2 жыл бұрын

    This didn't help my pressure issue. Tried everything you mentioned, but I am leaving a like because I learned a lot, and you do a good job at explaining.

  • @davidh7636
    @davidh76365 жыл бұрын

    I like your process. The easy stuff first. Great video. Too bad no one reads manuals anymore. But, that keeps a lot of shops in business.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @randallwilhelmi964
    @randallwilhelmi9645 жыл бұрын

    Steve, before you start the engine. Hook up your hose, squeeze the wand and get the air out of the pressure hose. Also some machines you have to hold the trigger on the wand to relieve the pressure to start the pressure sprayer.thought you would like to know.

  • @exiquter78412

    @exiquter78412

    3 жыл бұрын

    Very true. Easy to burn up the seals if water is not running free thru the pump BEFORE starting the motor.

  • @gorillakong8948
    @gorillakong89486 жыл бұрын

    Dude you rock. You explain it very easy and honestly I can't believe I've never tried these things before.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @vicharris9580
    @vicharris95802 ай бұрын

    You saved me from an embarrassing trip to the repair shop. Hadn't noticed the black nozzle was on the wand....

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 ай бұрын

    Right on

  • @markjames4474
    @markjames44745 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! It was the last one for me, ( I live in Abbotsford BC) now trying to find a new spring.

  • @noahbaxter4729

    @noahbaxter4729

    3 жыл бұрын

    Victoria bc here

  • @johnme7049
    @johnme70496 жыл бұрын

    Steve, First things first. Is water coming out of the garden HOSE? Always run water thru the hose to flush it out before connecting to the machine. Next, Check the screen where the hose connects to the pump. I can't tell you how many times I have seen that clogged. Good tips man.

  • @dkupy100

    @dkupy100

    6 жыл бұрын

    John me, absolutely. Had a no pressure situation, disconnected the hose and a little lizard ran out of the open end.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Excellent comment John. Thank you...

  • @RhettIs1
    @RhettIs14 жыл бұрын

    Big big fan of this channel, really informative and to the point! Thanks for the knowledge and entertainment

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @jmonte2811
    @jmonte28114 жыл бұрын

    Professor! Over the last few days you saved me $ on three front. 1- lost the o ring on the pressure cleaner wand tip quick disconnect. I was about to order a new part, saw your video and ordered o rings to replace. 2- I was using the soap tip not knowing it and was getting low pressure output. After your explanation I realized it was the wrong tip. 3- the pressure output adjustment was made clear by you and I adjusted it to the maximum as it was only adjusted half way. My pressure cleaning unit is in top shape now. THANK YOU!! I review ALL your videos and treat them as very valuable lessons. I am now retired with some time in my hands and have turned to doing my own repairs and maintenance in my mower, pressure cleaner and my two portable generator, specially as we start to look at the hurricane season in Florida within a few months. THANKS AGAIN!!!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @bobhorvath7069
    @bobhorvath70694 жыл бұрын

    Hi Steve Could you do a video on rebuilding a unloader. Mine leaks from underneath my pressure adjustment knob. I have replaced the o rings with no luck. Thanks Bob

  • @davejustice7464
    @davejustice74645 жыл бұрын

    Steve I can watch your videos all day just wondering do you work on cars

  • @luckieseite
    @luckieseite4 жыл бұрын

    I'm an idiot. I've been playing with a pressure washer for about 40 minutes, got on KZread for help. I can only fix things after KZread, because I'm an absolute novice. I went to wash my truck and wanted to use soap. I in turn put the tip on there without allow for that. Once I turned it on I thought oh my goodness I have no pressure this sucks. For your advice I switch the tips and magically I pressure again. Like I said in the beginning I'm an idiot. thank you so much for helping me two years in the future from this video you posted.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right on Paul! No you are NOT an idiot....

  • @noelwest8234
    @noelwest8234 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve. Just watched 4 or 5 of your pressure washer videos. Now I'm ready to go get my pressure running better again.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    Жыл бұрын

    Good luck!

  • @fr0z3nshade
    @fr0z3nshade Жыл бұрын

    Ha, my issue was no tip on my wand. I was thinking I purchased a broken used pressure washer. It's the simple things.

  • @michaelmoseley7566
    @michaelmoseley75665 жыл бұрын

    Blow torch tip cleaners work great for cleaning the tips out.

  • @Fireship1

    @Fireship1

    4 жыл бұрын

    michael moseley they work great on carburetors too!

  • @byronwoolfrey1039
    @byronwoolfrey1039 Жыл бұрын

    I know this video is 4years old so you may not see the comment. Did everything you said, used the beer method and the rum and coke method. Didn't work. My problem is that it spits and sputters and sometimes when you pull the lever the engine shuts off. With the wand off it works ok with lots if water coming out. Cleaned out all the lines and nozzles, even took those 2 tiny things out of the top of the pump. Everything is as clear as vodka. But it is still sputtering and surging, and sometimes you have to pull the trigger on the wand and kind of diddle with it to stop the engine from shutting off. Engine works perfectly

  • @patricksbeach
    @patricksbeach3 жыл бұрын

    Great to have someone with so much experience and skills explain common issues. Also I like that you’re a drinker too.

  • @barneyrubble5801
    @barneyrubble58015 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great videos. On a related topic ... will you please show us how to fix a pressure washer that doesn't want to draw in the chemicals or soap? Cheers!

  • @billcoley8520

    @billcoley8520

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your trying to use the wrong tip. Or you are trying to use to much hose. 50 ft maximum. Or you need to unscrew the thing your hose connects to. Just unscrew it about 4 turns

  • @imtruth69
    @imtruth692 жыл бұрын

    The wire from a wire brush works really well also. It will work for cleaning those small carburetor jets too. Just use a pair of pliers and pluck it from the brush.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great tip!

  • @arlenmargolin4868

    @arlenmargolin4868

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also the e string from an acoustic or an electric guitar has a good possibility to opening up a small office even an orifice

  • @karlmullowney998
    @karlmullowney99823 күн бұрын

    REALY EXCLENT CHEERS . GOOD OLD BUD !

  • @williamsalisbury6775
    @williamsalisbury6775 Жыл бұрын

    Steve, thanks for your excellent youtube videos. Your videos must save people thousands of dollars. When I have problems with any small engines or pressure washer pumps, you are my first "go to" guy. It's great to be able to check things out with such a knowlegible person. Bill

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    Жыл бұрын

    Right on Will! You're Welcome...

  • @thepopo2323
    @thepopo23235 жыл бұрын

    What can it be if the pump make pressure variation ? The engine run fine and I having a great pression without the hi pressure hose ? Thanks !

  • @billcoley8520

    @billcoley8520

    3 жыл бұрын

    It means you do not have good water pressure from the garden hose. If you use it very much it will destroy the pump. Never needs to be chattering

  • @chilemichael
    @chilemichael5 жыл бұрын

    cheers for Canada! xD thanx you for talk good, im not good to talk english, but undestand hummm 75% maybe hhahahahha here we talk spanish thanx and cheers

  • @franciscoandaluz5265

    @franciscoandaluz5265

    4 жыл бұрын

    chilemichael de donde eres? Vives en Canadá y aún no hanlas inglés?

  • @BenG78

    @BenG78

    4 жыл бұрын

    It all depends on the community you interact with, nada más no dependas de tus hijos o de alguien más para interactuar con las personas que solo hablan inglés eso no te deja ser self dependent, si te corrigen eso es bueno no es malo no te sientas mal, te ayuda a aprender the right way good luck in this new journey living in a Canada !! 👏👏👏

  • @amitshah8508
    @amitshah85086 жыл бұрын

    Very detailed explanation of all the possible problems. Good job.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @04lvca
    @04lvca Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant fairplay my pressure washer now works great. Thanks

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    Жыл бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @dieselsforlife3847
    @dieselsforlife38474 жыл бұрын

    Hey Steve forgot one thing. The garden hose side most of the time has a screen and washer. I have seen them plugged as well. Just another tip to look for! But in all great video!

  • @Denny_H
    @Denny_H3 жыл бұрын

    Steve: I have a 3700 PSI pressure washer and had to replace the 6 check valves on the pump last summer due to loss of pressure. I used it about 3 hours since then, and it just lost pressure again. I pulled the pump apart and found all 6 valves are trashed! There were pieces of plastic all through the housing. What would cause all 6 new check valves to disintegrate?

  • @dustinmeier9753

    @dustinmeier9753

    2 жыл бұрын

    Garbage in your water supply, or more likely, high chlorine in your water supply eating the plastic. They put all kinds of nasty chemicals into the water we're supposed to drink.

  • @Denny_H

    @Denny_H

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@dustinmeier9753 Turned out to be a thermal/pressure relief valve that was not releasing excess pressure. Changed that along with the new check valves and works great. The pressure relief valve pisses when too much pressure builds up.

  • @wyrick6869
    @wyrick68695 жыл бұрын

    Your a rock star, saved me hundreds and made me almost a thousand so far! Thanks Steve!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @oldmgbs2
    @oldmgbs26 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thanks for your help. I kind of know what to look for now.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    You are welcome. That's why I do this!

  • @davidv7616
    @davidv76165 жыл бұрын

    On tomorrow's next episode Steve will be taking apart his liver and replacing the main seals and reinstall. Stay tuned my Bros 😎

  • @Big_John_C
    @Big_John_C5 жыл бұрын

    If we could bottle up "common sense", we'd be millionaires! 😉

  • @wildbill23c

    @wildbill23c

    5 жыл бұрын

    Its been on back order for years LOL.

  • @paintnamer6403

    @paintnamer6403

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@wildbill23c That old bottle I have is still sealed! It's worth more that way.

  • @bens3641
    @bens364110 ай бұрын

    thanks for your video. Sure enough, I found a chunk of o-ring blocking the high pressure fitting orifice at the pump. Poked it out....all good.

  • @Chessterguy
    @Chessterguy3 жыл бұрын

    Dude. You are my hero. Thanks.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @quoctrangchuotbeo4
    @quoctrangchuotbeo43 жыл бұрын

    Why my water pressure run for 30 minutes, then come out warm water with alot buble (just like using detergent)?

  • @MeestairRick
    @MeestairRick6 жыл бұрын

    After marijuana is legalized in Canada, Steve will be smoking a joint while giving tips. lol

  • @josedejesus6185
    @josedejesus61855 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve! This was very helpful!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @1reycar
    @1reycar2 жыл бұрын

    A BIG THANK YOU sTIVE We all appreciate your money-saving tips. God Bless You!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome

  • @bhfyffygyu
    @bhfyffygyu5 жыл бұрын

    Or, I could just make sure the thing is plugged in 😣 LOL

  • @jerrileethornton1291
    @jerrileethornton12912 жыл бұрын

    So crazy I found you on KZread you dated Elizabeth’s momma.

  • @joijoide
    @joijoide4 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome. You saved me a trip to a motor repair guy and money. Thank you.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @jeffrowen7933
    @jeffrowen79333 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve another successful fix!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @dannymontana2739
    @dannymontana27394 жыл бұрын

    Hey steve. Water doesn't even come out of my nozzle at all.

  • @tomslick8454

    @tomslick8454

    3 жыл бұрын

    The little plungers will get stuck shut from rust take them out unstick them by pushing on them then scotch bright them

  • @richardcranium5839
    @richardcranium58396 жыл бұрын

    @ 13:26 folks if you need parts be sure you have model serial and product numbers if you want the correct parts. nothing more frustrating for the customer and the parts man than handing a part and sayin i need this. smsfh.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Excellent point. Thank you for that Richard!

  • @hamedtolouie3658
    @hamedtolouie36584 жыл бұрын

    I will try all tips tomorrow on my pump... today made me angry it just worked fine and then after 10mins I was getting low pressure and then ended up with no pressure and then even the water by itself not coming out! OH My GOD!

  • @Dan-qt7kq
    @Dan-qt7kq3 жыл бұрын

    Hey, Bud, the beer makes you Wieser.

  • @LennyKaosium
    @LennyKaosium3 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE you but Bud isn't beer.

  • @Walteralexande33
    @Walteralexande336 жыл бұрын

    Great vídeo, i didn't know most of this staff. Great job.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You...

  • @colinkhan2936
    @colinkhan29362 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a ton for posting this Steve! I'm pretty sure it's my unloader spring - fired up my washer yesterday and nothing. I unscrewed the pressure valve and the spring inside was toast. Going to pick up a new one tomorrow. I'll stock up on some Moosehead too...

  • @markfreedom532
    @markfreedom5326 жыл бұрын

    Steve, you are the dope. So many repairs and projects then there's the job too. I can't even think some things thru to fix them. This was the answer in a 20 minute video. Thank you thank you !!! Cheers!!!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @johntucker5907
    @johntucker59075 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Fix my issue within the first 90 seconds. I did enjoy my Captain and Coke as well.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @cherokeefiddler
    @cherokeefiddler6 жыл бұрын

    Excellent! Very thorough and helpful. Cheers!

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Buddy...

  • @jgstill1
    @jgstill16 жыл бұрын

    Right to the point and very clear and easy to follow thank you

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    6 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @brokenbones011
    @brokenbones0114 жыл бұрын

    Man you just saved me. I bought a used pressure washer and it wouldn't build pressure. I saw this video and ran out and checked and sure enough the wand didn't have a tip in it. Thanks a bunch

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

  • @don7406
    @don74064 жыл бұрын

    I've learned a lot about pressure washers from your videos. Thanks.

  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome...

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