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Concept:
I have made the move to add pressure washing into my detailing regimen. This page will detail all the various components of my current setup.
As is typical, I want this item to perform as best as possible, and as such this requires modifications and add ons. In this case, the add ons to this pressure washer
cost more than the pressure washer itself. It took a lot of planning and research to coordinate all these accessories so I will summarize them here
and then go into more detail below on each item.
Summary of the individual items in my setup:
| Category |
Item Details |
| Pressure Washer |
Karcher Electric K2100PS Performance Series 2100psi 1.2gpm Pressure Washer |
| Hose |
Uberflex 1/4" x 50' 3100psi Pressure Washer Hose with (2) 22mm-14mm female twist connects
Flexzilla Garden Lead-In Hose 5/8"x3' Heavy Duty ZillaGreen #HFZG503YW-E
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| Short Gun |
McKillans Short Gun with Swivel with 3/8" Male Plug and 1/4” QD Coupler |
| Extension Wand |
McKillans Extension Wand 21" long 20° bend 1/4” QD Plug and 1/4” QD coupler |
| Foam Cannon |
MJJC Foam Cannon PRO 2.0 w 1/4" QD plug |
| Snow Foam |
Chemical Guys Mr. Pink Super Suds Snow Foam |
| Pressure Gauge |
MTM Hydro 43.5021 5,000 PSI 5K SS Gauge Kit includes Stainless specialized QC fitting with 3/8" QD Plug X 3/8" QD Coupler |
| Fittings |
MTM Hydro 24.0446 (2) Zinc Plated Steel M22-14mm Female to 3/8" QD Plug (for pump outlet and OEM Karcher long gun inlet)
MTM Hydro 24.0447 (2) Brass M22-14mm Male to 3/8" QD Coupler (for hose ends)
MTM Hydro 24.0449 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (for garden hose outlets)
MTM Hydro 24.0450 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for garden hose spray guns)
MTM Hydro 24.0449 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (for garden hose house spigots)
MTM Hydro 24.0450 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for garden hose inlets)
MTM Hydro 24.0450 (1) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for pump inlet)
MTM Hydro 24.0449 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (1 for 3' leader to connect to pressure washer pump inlet, 1 to connect to y-splitter)
MTM Hydro 24.0450 (2) Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for garden hose 3' leader to connect to y-splitter, 1xtra)
Brass Garden Hose Y-Splitter 3/4" 2-Way with individual shut-offs
Brass Garden Hose 90 Degree Elbow Connector 3/4" FHT x 3/4" MHT
Brass 7-Angle Pivoting Coupler Attachment
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| Nozzles |
MTM Hydro 17.0149 Stainless Steel QC 1/4" Nozzle 4pk (0°, 15°, 25°, 40°) 2.5 orifice size
Ridge Washer Stainless Steel QC 1/4" Nozzle with Protective Guard 5pk (0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, and soap nozzle) 2.5 orifice size
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Karcher Electric K2100PS Performance Series 2100psi 1.2gpm Pressure Washer:
Karcher K2100PS Product Manual.
The Karcher Performance Series K2100PS was developed to offer premium cleaning performance and unparalleled ease of use.
This electric pressure washer delivers 2100 PSI of TruPressure™, ensuring you get the highest level of cleaning power and driven by a
rugged brushless induction motor that last longer, runs quieter, and works cooler than traditional universal motors.
It includes convenience features such as a unique on/off foot switch, a handy storage bin, large one-gallon removable detergent tank and four spray nozzles
(including a turbo nozzle for intense cleaning). Metal hose connections, oversized no-flat wheels and an integrated black aluminum frame make this unit highly durable.
Universal quick-connect nozzles and standard M22 hose connections simplify nozzle and accessory usage.
Best of all, no tools are needed for assembly – you can set up and start using the K2100PS in five minutes or less!
When you're done cleaning, simply fold down the handle for compact storage. Backed by a two year bumper-to-bumper warranty with industry-leading Rapid Exchange Program,
the K2100PS electric pressure washer is perfect for tackling those deep cleaning jobs.
Unlike many other brands of pressure washers, Karcher models run at very close to advertised specs of 2,100psi and 1.2 gallons per minute.
This is using the provided stock nozzles that have an orifice size of 1.4.
I tested the pressure with these 1.4 nozzles and it measured 2,000psi.
The swirling turbo nozzle measured 900psi and worked very well for cleaning concrete.
This is a lot of pressure and is great for hosehold chores such as cleaning sidewalks, driveways, patios, decks, BBQs, patio furniture, house siding, gutters, etc.
But, for optimal automotive detailing we want to run the pressure washer at around 1,000psi and have as much flow as the machine can possibly provide.
To accomplish this we need to change the nozzles being used to a larger orifice size which will decrease pressure and increase flow.
Please see the "Nozzle" section of this article below for more details on that process.
I shortened the factory 35 foot electrical cord down by about half to a more manageable length of 16.5 feet.
This made for nice and neat cord routing when the pressure is sitting on the shelf in the garage where it is most used, while still have a
useful length for outdoor use in which i have outdoor outlets mounted on the exterior of each corner of my home.
This gave me a nice 18.5 foot long 12 gauge electrical cord to use around the garage once I added
a pair of replacement extension cord ends...male plug and female connectors NEMA configuration 5-15P and 5-15R.
To accomplish this I opened up the GFCI plug end of the cord via the 4 philips head screws and removed the Hot-Black, Neutral-White and Ground-Green wires.
Then I cut the cord to the length needed so I could neatly route the cord to the nearest outlet when it is sitting on its allocated shelf space.
I re-tinned the ends of the wire with solder to match how the original installation was done for a solid connection.
Technical data:
Power supply (Ph/V/Hz): 1 / 120 / 60
Pressure (psi): 2100
Flow rate (gal/min): 1.2
Area performance (ft²/hr): 215
Water Feed Temperature Max. (°F): 104
Connected load (A): 13
Detergent tank (gal): 1
Weight without accessories: 39.7 lbs
Weight incl. packaging: 50.5 lbs
Dimensions (L x W x H): 18.5" x 18.9" x 35.4"
Equipment:
High-pressure hose: 25 ft
Electrical Cord: 35 ft (12ga)
Detergent application: Tank
Removable detergent tank
Integrated water filter
Adapter for 3/4" garden hose 3/4"
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Swirling turbo nozzle 900psi
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Swirling turbo nozzle 900psi
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ProPulse Uberflex 1/4" x 50' 3100psi Pressure Washer Hose with (2) 22mm-14mm female twist connects in Matte Blue:
ProPulse has upgraded the standard cold-water pressure washer hose to an innovative, lightweight, flexible, UV-resistant, and ozone-resistant consumer cleaning hose.
The UberFlex is easy to use, stable in length and truly non-marking.
For residential and light duty cleaning environments. These cleaning hoses are best suited for gas and electric cold water pressure washers up to 2.5gpm.
Not for hot water or steam.
The factory hose that comes with the Karcher pressure washer is not only too short but is also too stiff to maneuver comfortably and it kinks very easily.
You will most definetly want to upgrade your hose to something that is longer, lightweight, more flexible and kink resistant.
If you want an uberflex hose but in a different color than the matte blue I have purchased, you can sometimes find it in black and less often in red.
Additionally, the green Flexzilla pressure washer hoses use the same patent as the Uberflex and perform similarly.
Technical data:
Connectors: M22xM22
Reinforcement: One-Layer Textile Braid
Cover: Matte Textured Thermoplastic
Inner Diameter: 1/4”
Working (Max): 3100 PSI
Burst (Min) 3:1 Working Pressure
Impulse Life: 100,000+
Maximum Temperature: 140°F
Flexzilla Garden Lead-In Hose 5/8" x 3' Heavy Duty ZillaGreen #HFZG503YW-E:
It is better to use a short input hose to the pressure washer than use my existing 100' garden hose.
Flexzilla® Garden Lead-in Hoses were engineered with a lightweight Flexible Hybrid Polymer to lie flat and eliminate kinking under pressure.
Lead-in hoses come in shorter lengths that allow you to attach a garden reel to the spigot without all the excess hose.
With a superior O-ring you get a long-term, leak-free connections. Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Features:
Extreme all-weather flexibility
Durable outer cover resists abrasion, UV and mold
Won’t kink under pressure
Lightweight and easy to handle
Lays flat – no memory
Reinforced mid-layering provides extra strength
Anodized aircraft aluminum ends
Leak-free connections – A durable O-ring provides long lasting leak-free connections
Max. working pressure at 70°F: 150 psi
Drinking Water Safe
McKillans Car Care Short Gun with Swivel with 3/8" Male Plug and 1/4” QD Coupler:
Swivel Design: Equipped with a swivel inlet that allows your hose to rotate freely during use, prevent annoying kinks and wrestling with your hose.
Preinstalled Fittings: Our guns come with the fittings preinstalled with teflon tape and locktite. Saving you time and effort.
Lightweight Pull Trigger: Hold the pressure washer gun for long durations without getting tired. The snub nose design makes it easy to maneuver with just one hand. The short gun design is very convenient for use with a foam cannon.
Why Us: Our swivel is one of the smoothest in the market. Built with real stainless and brass fittings, unlike the competition. Preinstalled fittings ensuring durability and leak resistance.
Made for Detailers: The McKillans Pressure Washer Gun is the perfect upgrade for your power washer. The integrated swivel helps save you time by keeping your hose tangle free. The small body design makes the gun easy to handle and maneuver. Stop using the long, leaky, and cheap stock gun that comes with your pressure washer, and upgrade to a quality gun. The small design makes it perfect to use with the foam cannon!
Specifications: 3/8” Male Inlet and 1/4” Female Quick Connector Outlet. Maximum Recommended 3000 PSI and 2.6 GPM
The swivel on your short gun is a must and eliminates binding and make moving around the vehicle much easier.
McKillans Car Care Extension Wand 21" long 20° bend 1/4” QD Plug and 1/4” QD coupler:
The perfect pressure washer extension wand for cleaning cars and trucks. A must-have accessory alongside a quality foam cannon.
Compact Design: At a length of 21 inches, the wand is the perfect size for maximum maneuverability when rinsing vehicles. Equipped with a 1/4” Female Quick Connector, and a 1/4” Male Plug
Specifications: The length of the wand is 21 inches. It is equipped with a 20 degree bend. The inlet is a 1/4" male plug. The outlet is a 1/4" female quick connector.
Ergonomic: Rinsing the roofs of vehicles are often hard to reach. The curved front end allows for easy rinsing of hard to reach areas.
Why Us: Built with real steel fittings. More durable and leak resistant. Durability, the connectors are made out of high quality steel to withstand high pressure.
UPC: 747465461303
The 20 degree bend on this extension wand makes it much easier to do the lower portions of the vehicle such as under the rockers and bumpers as well as the roof of large vehicles like SUVs.
MJJC Foam Cannon PRO 2.0 w 1/4" QD plug:
The 1/4″ Quick Connection is the most popular adapter for a foam cannon. If your trigger gun uses a 1/4" quick connection (QD) tip, then this model will fit your trigger gun.
I swapped out the 1.25 orifice for the 1.1 orifice size (included) as it produces much more foam. This smaller orifice size will increase the pressure and
make the pressure washer work a bit harder, drawing more amperage from your electrical circuit. But with the Karcher 2100ps I had no issues.
Just be careful doing so if using a different pressure washer that has a higher initial electrical draw as this will increase it further.
My entire garage has been re-wired to have 20amp circuits, which is best for pressure washing rather than 15amp, but I think with the Karcher 2100ps you should be fine either way.
What’s New with the New Generation Foam Cannon Pro V2.0:
360 Degree Spray Patterns.
Easier to foam the top and chassis of your vehicle.
Better Foam Fan.
New Generation Foam Technology.
Thicker foam with less shampoo.
Up to 30% thicker foam.
Less noise.
Works with as low as 90Bar(1300Psi) pressure washers.
New Connection/Fitting.
Easier and faster to attach fitting, no need tape or glue.
New Tank and Cap.
More than 1Liter capacity to wash bigger vehicles.
Easier to attach with foam cannon body.
Tank cap is leak proof even when you put upside down.
More stable, robust, and durable.
Specifications:
SKU: QRFLPRO-1
Weight: 0.7 kg
Working Pressure psi: 1300-3600psi
Working Pressure Bar: 90-250Bar
Spray Blade: New Generation
Assembled nozzle orifice: 1.25mm
Spare nozzle orifice: 1.1mm
Mesh Filter: New Generation Sandwich Filter
Leak when turned up down: No Leak
Foam Direction: 360 Degree
Foam Thickness: ✪✪✪✪✪
Spray Fan: Adjustable Width
Adjustable Foam Thickness: Adjustable Top Knob
Tank Capacity: 1200ml+
Stand Stabability: ✪✪✪✪✪
Suction Tube: Soft with gravity ball
Tube Filter: Stainless Steel
Tank Lid: Anti-leak
Connector/Fitting: New Generation
Connector Sealing: No need for tapes
Variable Connector Options: Variable Options
Break Proof Ability:✪✪✪✪✪
Chemical Guys Mr. Pink Super Suds Snow Foam CWS_402_64:
Mr. Pink is the perfect maintenance car wash shampoo that is tough on dirt, yet gentle on wax and sealant with slick lubricants that gently guide dirt and grime off the car for a scratch free wash!
Like No Other Soap Out There.
Other detailing shampoos and low grade car wash soaps are often too strong, stripping wax and staining plastic and rubber parts. Mr. Pink is pH balanced and gentle on all exterior automobile parts like paint, clear coat, polished metals, glass, and even vinyl, rubber, and plastic trim. Mr. Pink rinses clean after every car wash, leaving behind no residue for a truly clean surface every time.
Unique Formula To Minimize Swirling And Scratching
Improper washing can cause scratches and swirls that make your paintwork appear dull and neglected. Mr. Pink is blended with super-slick polymers with hyper surfactants that lift, capture, and lubricate abrasive debris, allowing the surface to be gently wiped to minimize scratching and swirling. Choose Mr. Pink to help glide your wash mitt effortlessly over the surface for the perfect weekly wash!
Use This Soap To:
Maintain your ride with a gentle, weekly wash
Restore the high gloss shine to your daily driver
Wash with a constant stream of unending foaming bubbles
Gently glide dirt and debris off paintwork
Protect your ride against swirls and scratches
MTM Hydro #43.5021 5,000 PSI 5K SS Gauge Kit includes Stainless specialized QC fitting with 3/8" QD Plug X 3/8" QD Coupler:
MTM Hydro's Premium 5,000 PSI Pressure Gauge is now paired with the Stainless top-mount Gauge fitting to effectively measure running pressure and catches spikes that occur when your gun trigger is released or engaged. Use your assembled gauge to measure baseline PSI and compare against baseline at later dates for accuracy.
A primary fixed location is most commonly found immediately after the pump or on an unloader port to measure 'Pressure at the Pump' and catch pressure spikes.
This location will also alert you of cavitation in the pump that you may not hear or feel – the needle on the gauge will bounce and appear to be trembling.
A second, temporary position is at the base of the spray gun for intermittent checking of pressure to ensure your nozzle does not need to be replaced.
This will also catch pressure spikes and alert you of pressure changes over time as your nozzle enlarges due to wear.
Specifications:
Max psi: 5,000 PSI
Max Temp: 212°F
3/8" Plug X 3/8" Coupler
MTM Hydro #24.5027 Veloci RSK Brass Adapter Kit 14mm:
The Veloci RSK kit offers a fast and effective solution to install the required Quick Connect fittings on Ryobi, Simpson, Karcher, and Kranzle pressure washers.
Each of these residential pressure washers offer their accessories with 14mm proprietary stems on their M22 fittings.
The #24.5027 Veloci RSK kit comes with 7 pieces which you will definetly need.
MTM also offers the same 7 piece quick disconnect fitting kit in a more premium Stainless Steel version #24.5026 for those that want this albeit at a 50% higher cost.
Included in the Kit:
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0450 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for garden hose spray guns)
Qty 1: MTM Hydro 24.0449 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (for garden hose outlet)
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0447 (2) Brass M22-14mm Male to 3/8" QD Coupler (for hose ends)
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0446 (2) Zinc Plated Steel M22-14mm Female to 3/8" QD Plug (for pump outlet and OEM gun inlet)
I intend to primarily use the Karcher K2100ps pressure washer in the garage for vehicle washing duties.
As such i will keep it on a shelf without the wheels or push handle installed.
I also have a 100' garden hose mounted to a Rapid Reel hose reel inside the garage as well.
To facilitate getting water to both the 100' garden hose as well as the pressure washer with 50' hose,
I installed a 3/4" brass 2-way Y-Splitter with individual shutoffs at the inside spigot.
I will also move it outside as needed for exterior household cleaning chores.
When doing so I will connect the pressure washer to a second garden Rapid Reel hose reel with 130' hose I have located outside
at the rear of the house. To make this process simple and easy I purchased additional quick disconnect fittings.
Also I remove the outside hose reel in the winter and store it in the garage at which time I blow out both hose reels with
compressed air to winterize. These additional QD fittings will help facilitate all that and make the job much quicker and easier.
I have added ten more individual pieces as follows:
Qty 1: MTM Hydro 24.0449 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (for my second garden hose outlet)
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0449 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (for my 2 garden hose house spigots)
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0450 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for my 2 garden hose inlets)
Qty 1: MTM Hydro 24.0450 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for pump inlet)
Qty 2: MTM Hydro 24.0449 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Female to 1/2" QD Coupler (1 for 3' leader to connect to pressure washer pump inlet, 1 to connect to y-splitter)
Qty 1: MTM Hydro 24.0450 Brass Garden Hose 3/4” Male to 1/2" QD Plug (for garden hose 3' leader to connect to y-splitter)
Qty 1: Brass Garden Hose Y-Splitter 3/4" 2-Way with individual shut-offs (to select between garden hose and pressure washer)
Qty 1: Brass Garden Hose 90 Degree Elbow Connector 3/4" FHT x 3/4" MHT (to allow for more space on shelf to left of pressure washer)
Qty 1: Brass 7-Angle Pivoting Coupler Attachment (to allow for easier cleaning of under body, bumpers, wheel wells and even your gutters)
MTM Hydro #17.0149 Stainless Steel QC 1/4" Nozzle 4pk (0°, 15°, 25°, 40°) 2.5 orifice size:
MTM Hydro's Stainless Steel QC Nozzles 4 Packs offer superior performance and extended life as a result of our refined manufacturing process.
This premium nozzle pack has 4 different fan patterns - 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°.
These Stainless QC Nozzles are 100% tested for orifice accuracy and degree setting so you never have to worry about using an inaccurate nozzle.
In addition to the meticulous testing process, MTM Hydro nozzles are manufactured with striations in the stainless steel to securely hold the pressed head of
the nozzle and eliminate the possibility of the colored head falling off, as with competing models.
All MTM Hydro nozzles are etched along the neck with the degree and size of the nozzle.
For reference: 40025 translates to 40° size 2.5 orifice.
Every pressure washer is unique, each having its own PSI (Pressure per Square Inch) and GPM (Gallons Per Minute) rating.
These two factors dictate the orifice size that is perfect for your pressure washer.
Use these two ratings from your pressure washer manual/label in our nozzle calculator to choose the correct size for you.
This will prevent backloading your pressure washer and damaging your machine.
It will also ensure you are retaining the right amount of pressure to use all your accessories properly.
Again, this model pressure washer is advertised to run at 2,100psi and 1.2 gallons per minute.
Real world performance shows that it operates at very close to those specifications, I measured 2,000psi with the Karcher supplied 1.4 size nozzles.
While this pressure is great for hosehold chores such as cleaning sidewalks, driveways, patios, decks, BBQs, patio furniture, house siding, gutters, etc.,
for optimal automotive detailing we want to run the pressure washer at around 1,000psi and have as much flow as the machine can possibly provide.
To accomplish this we need to change the nozzles being used to a larger orifice size which will decrease pressure and increase flow.
At first I tried the 3.0 nozzle size but that showed pressure of 700psi on my gauge.
So then I tried the orifice size 2.5. This size showed pressure of 900psi on my gauge and is the size recommended by Obsessed Garage and what I have decided to use.
Flow with the 2.5 size is around 1.4gpm.
Specifications:
Nozzles are color-coded and etched for easy spray pattern and orifice identification.
1/4" QC plug outlet
Included in the Kit:
Red: 0° nozzle
Yellow: 15° nozzle
Green: 25° nozzle
White: 40° nozzle
Ridge Washer Stainless Steel QC 1/4" Nozzle 5pk (0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap) 2.5 orifice size:
PRESSURE WASHER NOZZLE GUARD: The pressure washer tips are designed with rubber protective covers, which shields the nozzle from accidental
impacts, damage, or abrasion. This power washer nozzle protector, protects your car paint safe from scratches during cleaning.
5 VERSATILE NOZZLES: This set includes five pressure washer nozzle tips with different spray patterns, allowing you to choose the perfect nozzle for any cleaning task. The nozzles included are 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, and a soap nozzle for detergent application.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Our power washer nozzle tips are designed to fit most standard pressure washer wands and guns, making them compatible with a wide range of high-pressure washer models.
DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Made from high-quality stainless steel, these power washer tips are built to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty cleaning tasks, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS: Our pressure washer nozzles are perfect for cleaning various surfaces, including driveways, sidewalks, decks, patios, cars, boats, and more. The different spray patterns allow you to tackle light to heavy-duty cleaning tasks with ease.
Specifications:
Nozzles are color-coded and etched for easy spray pattern and orifice identification.
1/4" QC plug outlet
Included in the Kit:
Red: 0° nozzle
Yellow: 15° nozzle
Green: 25° nozzle
White: 40° nozzle
Black: Soap Dispensing
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