I'm DONE Wasting Money On CHEAP JUNK!! My New Hose Reel Setup

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3 жыл бұрын

I bought an Eley hose reel, a flexzilla hose, and a flexzilla hose reel. So far so good. I'll have to try to keep you posted on my opinion on these products over the years. You shouldn't have too many problems with assembly, as the instructions that come with the Eley hose reel are very straight forward, but, if you are looking for more videos, here are the links I referenced in the video:
The Lawn Shark:
• Eley Hose Reel Install...
Koven Carlson:
• Eley Hose Reel and oth...
The Lawngineer video on Instagram showing eley portable reel and eley quick connects: reelCOORJG...
Eley Affiliate link: www.eleyhosereels.com/?rfsn=6...
Amazon Affiliate links:
Flexzilla 5/8" 100ft hose: amzn.to/3fv4pZW
Flexzilla 5/8" 50ft hose: amzn.to/3ux5wMG
Flexzilla hose reel: amzn.to/2SGbtdi (HEADS UP! - at the moment of posting this, the price is super high for the flexzilla hose reel on amazon so unless it goes back down, shop around online)
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@ersnyder 3 жыл бұрын

B-hyve timer; in the front there is a button. Long press until the light turns green and it will manually turn it on without the app. A quick press will turn it off. Use the app to set the default timer duration; example: I set mine to run for 30 minutes when turned on manually.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

Ah... well I’m an idiot

@davedozer7200 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnTools The B-Hyve timer needs some love. Like your videos. Maybe we will have a future video with some thumbs up.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

@@davedozer7200 I shall redeem myself 😁

@MatthewFiereck 2 жыл бұрын

Trust me the b-hyve timer still has plenty of real issues.

@decus380 2 жыл бұрын

I have a rainpoint and am loving it so far.

@ghostridergale 2 жыл бұрын

Personally, I got tired of dragging long garden hoses all over my 5 acres. So I took the time and effort to dig trenches and run PVC pipes to all the different areas where I need water at and put in the outside water faucet that doesn’t freeze in the cold winter weather. Now 10-25 ft of hose gets me anywhere I need to water. Working on putting in auto/timer water system in the gardens so there’s little to no hand watering needs too! Try to cut labor times down as much as possible to have more time for other projects that also need done too!

@dennishyde7008 2 жыл бұрын

I’m surprised I made it almost to the end but when he started showing the hose splitters and the short section buried at the gate, I could take it any more. Too much talking about random stuff. The 17 min video was a hose reel review? I have pvc everywhere with 25 ft hoses…

@xoradiantloveox 3 жыл бұрын

Dramm Quick connects have been fantastic through heavy use. Each end of our three hoses has a quick connect (so two per hose). Plus, the Dramm 300 shut off valve on each tasking end of the hoses. Every hose attachment gets a male end quick connect (sprinklers, watering timers, watering wands, single task hose nozzles, etc). It is no longer a task to do any water work, all seemless. Taking the hoses in for winter storage is a breeze! This is the third season and I recommend them.

@hock8379 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I have the Dramm quick connect and shut-offs on all my hoses. They’re awesome

@Brettsgrasscapades 3 жыл бұрын

1:20 was terrifying to watch you swing that at your house.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

My house is big and strong

@jonathanmasi991 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnTools house made with strong granite? 🤣

@greghuizen 3 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for pieces of siding to fly off too!

@schaftastic7119 3 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for the brick to go flying.

@outlet6989 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnTools You got a good point there. Never use a screwdriver when you have a pickax handy.

@ceakoth 3 жыл бұрын

Lol, the “nice” at 9:20 is the sound of a supportive wife who’s trying to act as excited as you are about hoses. I hear that “nice” whenever I talk about lawn care to my wife too :)

@jamessullivan8300 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Funny thing is they love nice grass but don't care how you made that happen. The thing is (and my wife doesn't know this) I keep the nice lawn for me, lol...not her!

@andrewbrackin6149 3 жыл бұрын

Get the Eley quick connects. I love my Eley and the quick connects are great as well.

@johnnypk1963 3 жыл бұрын

They’re expensive but they’re amazing

@kmain0 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnnypk1963 keep them lubed with silicone

@MarineScoutSniper 3 жыл бұрын

@@kmain0 That’s what she said.

@Sig_P229 3 жыл бұрын

I have quick disconnects on my hoses. I highly recommend making the hose part the part that you pull back the retaining collar. If you have to pull the retaining collar back on the wall spicket (however you spell it), it takes longer and is a pain.

@anthonyf3957 2 жыл бұрын

We have been using Gardena quick-connects with everything for well over a decade and they work as well now as when we first bought them. All of out hoses, the automatic watering system and the pressure washer all have them and even our Craftsmen lawn mower has a compatible spigot pre-installed for self-cleaning.

@johntoal6642 2 жыл бұрын

Might be simpler just to unscrew the old hose reel instead of taking a chance of destroying the siding

@cemomaher1650 Жыл бұрын

when I saw him destroy old hose , complete unnecessary, I lost interest.

@nadakidd Жыл бұрын

Drama gets views. Views pays money.

@Oring_704 Жыл бұрын

Ya. I had to close video after seeing that and making this comment. Destroy siding and the brick??? Nah

@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL13 Жыл бұрын

Wow you guys are party poopers🎉. And nothing got damaged besides the junky plastic hose reel

@pitbullsyndicate93 Жыл бұрын

@Luke Morter lol , says the piece of brick that went flying 😂 🤣 better his house then mine..

@damonluvisi 2 жыл бұрын

The hose management section was actually really helpful. I only have one hose spigot right now. So it gave me some good ideas.

@artdirdave 3 жыл бұрын

I just switched to the Banjo and they are the best quick connects out there. Based on their commercial connects but made for garden hose. I was so tired of using quick connects that were almost harder than screwing them together! These did it!!!!

@jayesbeautifulchaos2244 3 жыл бұрын

Going on year 2 with our Hoselink reel, and absolutely love it! No assembly, just hanging it up, and no reeling, it does it for you!! And the B-hyve is a must have for the sprinkler/watering system. We use it with our sprinklers and our drip systems.

@HousBinPhartiin 2 жыл бұрын

I have 3 Eley hose reels. Two free standing and one pole mounted. They are expensive, but they are built like tanks. My oldest reel is probably 8 years old. I leave them out in the winter and they are still in great shape.

@heartsonggermain3732 2 жыл бұрын

Bless you! Your baby will remember all the knowledge you have to share. This is needful information and you do it in a very humorous way. Thank you.

@chrisnash2154 3 жыл бұрын

Melnor quick connects have worked great for me for the last year and still going strong. They may start breaking down due to UV rays in a year, but they work so well, I’m ok with replacing them every other year if needed.

@osito.de.peluche 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Eley free standing version for about 7 years. Left it out in the winter 2x. Little discoloration on the legs but it is still a working like it came out of the box

@thejarrod123 3 жыл бұрын

I installed a new Eley last week. It’s epic. Eley hose is also epic. They have quick connects too. Have not tried them but I’m sure they are equally epic.

@meredithbuckley4350 3 жыл бұрын

Instead of buying more awful plastic garbage, I got myself a Jack Daniels half barrel from Lowe's and drilled a hole to feed the hose through. Coiling the hose up in there is super easy, it looks much nicer in the yard than any plastic reel and when it rains the backyard smells faintly of aged whiskey.

@tedhopfensperger5724 2 жыл бұрын

It may be advantageous to install underground pvc sprinkler piping to connect instead of those garden hoses. It's easy

@rogergrant992 3 жыл бұрын

I've gone full Eley. Reels, quick disconnects and even their water hose. Hose is expensive but zero frustration. No kinks at all

@v.e.7236 3 жыл бұрын

Flexible hoses rock! I've owned both the air and water reels for over ten years and they're both still in great shape.

@TheLawngineer 3 жыл бұрын

4:28 thanks for the shoutout! The Eley hose reel is amazing! I don’t have a specific video like a review yet (one is planned). I’ll send you what I do have though that showcases it.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

Do it! And then send me the new one when it comes out

@TheLawngineer 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnTools will do!

@brad12782 3 жыл бұрын

Went Eley years ago for the very same reason. They have the best quick connects and hose guides as well Warranty/service is unparalleled

@thomhoffenkamp Ай бұрын

The eley quick connects are heaven. Amazingly smooth and easy, not a drop of leak. Unbelievable, almost. That good.

@spydergkh6337 3 жыл бұрын

Amen Brother!! Last fall, I finally got fed up with the Suncast piece of crap (box reel) from the local hardware! It leaked from day one. I began investigating options. I looked online at the very same model you destroyed at the beginning of your video. Lol! Reviews pointed out how that model also leaks... I happened on to Eley!! The rest is history! I ordered the reel, 100' of their hose, the quick disconnects, and all their nozzles. Absolutely satisfied!! Incredible quality! I mounted mine parallel on the lower deck structure. 👍🍻 No leaks! Period! Oh yeah! Never a kink with their hoses!!! 😃

@JakeMohl 3 жыл бұрын

"Wha da deatin'" stickers from the lawn tools are a must now.

@TheGreenerLawn 3 жыл бұрын

Hose management is key... that demo reel was reminiscent of a old blower I had... 😘

@1975oldschool 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Stainless steel quick connects from Obsessed Garage and so far they've been great. The Eley stuff is amazing! I forget how I heard about it last year, but super glad I got 2 reels. Their nozzles are amazing too! If I hadn't gotten the quick connects from obsessed garage, I'd try the Eley ones for sure.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

Booya

@johnnypk1963 3 жыл бұрын

Yea dude just bought that exact set up including the hose. Eley makes some excellent products. Big fan.

@vtangjohnee 3 жыл бұрын

Gardena GBR-3817C Brass Tap End Connector Gardena GBR-3818C Brass Hose Connector w/Waterstop GARDENA Tap Connector-Premium. All metal versions of the quick connects you know, with replaceable o-rings you can buy at any hardware store.... two years not an issue in sight. They're actually hard to find now that they've been discontinued, and I'm glad you said you're not going cheap anymore cause these cost a pretty penny.

@lakehouselawncare1755 3 жыл бұрын

Those were some solid cuts you were taking with the pickaxe. I had my fingers crossed you wouldn't hit the siding on your house. Those are some sweet hose reels. I know how important it is to keep your hose in line. The littlest tool is getting big!

@billybelmonte 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Loved all the comic relief and funny neighbor. The PVC suggestion is priceless. Rock on!

@LawnNOrder 3 жыл бұрын

I love hose reels. Much cleaner look and easier to keep the “Pile a hose” under control. 👊😎🌴

@artdirdave 3 жыл бұрын

You can also buy a flexzilla short 6’ hose extension they have smaller ends that will help get it through the hole. I love flexzilla also worth the money

@gr8gardn Ай бұрын

I am absolutely in love with my Hoselink! I smile just looking at it. Such a relief! I hate coiling hoses even more than the trip hazards they make. Now I have no hose trip hazzards and no coiling! AHHHHHH!

@Kevin_67_RS 3 жыл бұрын

Eley quick connects. No question, get’em!!!!!! I got the reel, hose, sprayers and quick connectors.

@chrisnash2154 3 жыл бұрын

I mentioned Melnor disconnects, but you should check out their entire line of products. Their timers are great as well. You could get a 4 way timer and leave one open for manual watering, but my wife doesn’t like to fidget with the controls so I ran a 2-way splitter before the timer. I also recommend Melnor splitters because they have the larger knobs to open/close the valves.

@ridin_low193 2 жыл бұрын

The few products of there I’ve used were great. I’ve seen a 4 way Melnor splitter that looked nice. I was REALLY interested in there WiFi water timer but everyone is outta stock or it seems to be discontinued and I can only find there Bluetooth water timer.

@matthewmccord4858 3 жыл бұрын

It's kind of a shame that they (Eley) apparently used to be made here but now production has shifted to China Family owned business too. I try to buy USA made whenever possible

@papamowslow196 3 жыл бұрын

Swinging that thing may have caused the issue in the first place😂 I’m glad it didn’t break the siding

@trevormuggeridge4560 3 жыл бұрын

First Aussie 😁. Always good to have a lot of hose length to get the job done, another great video mate. 😎👍👍

@johnhamilton9229 3 жыл бұрын

Mark’s comment is 100% accurate. Eley is by far the best quality quick connects on the market. Worth the cost.

@84imreplica Жыл бұрын

I recently bought three 100 ft Flexzilla hoses and one more 50 foot Flexzilla, so I can reach a bit farther. I love this hose!

@-tv3020 2 жыл бұрын

I love my b hyve system. Been using it for 2~3 years now. For manual turn on, Just push & hold the button for like 3~5 secs. Then water will flow for 10 minutes and will turn off after 10 mins.

@rickowens396 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a reconditioned kindle. dropped into my nightstand & it quit working. Was at tractor supply and found recharge lights on closeout. it lasted 3 weeks. then bought same brand diff model for $25 more, still doing job after 18 months.

@lawnpanda 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE my two Eley reels! Never again will i go cheap.

@kduhamel 2 жыл бұрын

The Eley quick connects are great. Solid brass. They are beastly.

@bettybaker669 3 жыл бұрын

My friend gave me two of those hose reels about 10 years ago. They are still like brand new!!

@FredFlintstone21 2 жыл бұрын

Which hose reel were you referring to? He has 2 different ones in the video.

@outlet6989 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe that's because you cover them?

@jonathanmasi991 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been checking out the Eley to. Extra capacity holds 150-200 yards. Will probably commit to something soon. Done with cheap flexible hoses. The old plastic hose reel house my father gave is more reliable than them. And nice garden 😁

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

*feet 😁

@jonathanmasi991 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnTools yes!!! 🤣 that explains why I failed as a caddy 😳🤣

@spydergkh6337 3 жыл бұрын

The Eley is an investment. But; well worth it!!!

@Thelawncarenut 3 жыл бұрын

Watering game is strong bro!

@richardroda4882 Жыл бұрын

This Flexilla hose reel is made by Legacy it is top notch stuff. I had a Craftsman ( Legacy ) air hose reel for years and I love it so much that I just purchased a Flexilla ( Legacy ) 3/8" X 75' air hose reel. These units are amazingly durable and repair parts are readily available if ever needed. Don't let the plastic housing fool you, these units are tough! Made in America quality too. My next purchase will be a Flexilla water hose unit like yours. Congrats. Good decision.

@TheLawnWhisperer 3 жыл бұрын

There’s some hose on this house

@lilheatg1 3 жыл бұрын

Lowes sells Yard Smith Quick Connect sets. I know the struggle of committing to expensive quick connects so I went with this method.

@budbowen9743 3 жыл бұрын

Love my Flexzilla Hose and my favorite quick connect is Gorilla.

@southwest7977 3 жыл бұрын

Pick ax is such an awesome tool. Excellent use.

@Hornsfan64 3 жыл бұрын

I got a Water Right hose for Christmas. Definitely not cheap; but, it’s been a great hose. Safe to drink from, too.

@toddwilliams5905 2 жыл бұрын

I bought 3 of these hoses, they are my current favorite.

@Grotz1411 3 жыл бұрын

I have a suggestion. The hose reel that you mounted on the fence post is carrying a lot of weight and will ultimately be difficult for that fence post to support, especially in windy situations. Place at least one brace on that fence post to help off set the weight of that hose reel.

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’ll have took up fence post braces. I don’t know what that means but I think it’s a great tip!

@shakenjen 3 жыл бұрын

Twinkle star quick connects. Love them.

@statesidechippie 3 жыл бұрын

Aquor hose bib is a must too. Great vid.

@nilolee2426 2 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t really paying attention about the hose ,my eyes are in your cute baby and smart kids… nice family.

@davidbennett1471 3 жыл бұрын

Use the all brass quick connects… I’ve had mine for 20 years and still going strong. Picked them up at Home Depot

@soatman69 3 жыл бұрын

Love you dude. "Hulk always Angry" LOL

@kove 3 жыл бұрын

I like how you tucked the hoses away, cool tour. I'm super happy with the Eley quick connects, I learned by more than you think you need because the one thing you don't put one on you'll end up using and it's annoying. They're completely metal and have One of the largest inner diameter of any quick connect I found. The Eley reel I'm super happy with as well, going to buy one for the other side of my house at some point. Thanks for the link too! Happy Memorial Day! 🇺🇸✝️🪖

@carrotcake1955 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. I’m wary of anything closed in like a box around a hose. Wasps. But I would imagine it would extend the life of your hose as the sun wrecks havoc! Not sure but I kinda prefer the open one with a handle. Less that can go wrong

@scottbradford960 3 жыл бұрын

Mattock swing is strong, those years of batting practice paying off..haha

@kmain0 3 жыл бұрын

I have one of their hoses and its great... my other hose from lowes is on its last leg and its only been around 1.5 years.

@trentburns1753 3 жыл бұрын

Get the quick connects from obsessed garage. They are expensive but worth it! I’ve had mine for 3 years with no problem. Have them on everything including my pressure washer.

@dennisboba8447 3 жыл бұрын

Best quick connects: Gardena Premium Metal. German company. Really high quality. I replaced all my cheap quick connects with Gardena a few years ago and they’re still perfect today.

@keithsduperron 3 жыл бұрын

have have the exact same setup with 150 ft. of flexzilla hose on the eley. Fits great

@janetsysuarez5463 3 жыл бұрын

Are you using 3/4 or 5/8? And did you need the extension for the reel?

@kbquigs21 3 жыл бұрын

In Bentonville I just seeded some barenbrug kbg. It’s coming in nicely.

@RealTechSkills 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my Eley free standing hose reel last year. Buy once, cry once. They work and are well built.

@g37sb85 3 жыл бұрын

Hozelock every day of the week. Used this brand for years. .Inexpensive and excellent quality.

@nostromo526 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, REALLY!? ELEY quick connects too. Love ‘em.

@BC-ni3sk 2 жыл бұрын

BE sure to cover your hose!!!! I have the Flexzilla hose and a great reel but in the end as the sun is relentless I would be sure to cover it. UV and heat can destroy even the best of hoses. Something like a simple cloth cover can make all the difference. I use mine and then toss the cover over it.

@dickdastardly5534 2 жыл бұрын

Here in the UK I only use Hozelock which are British made hose and fittings, its not the cheapest but they sure last I still have my original from 26 years and its had some abuse. I have just bought another which has a 25 year warranty the Hozelock ultimate very good hoses indeed 👍🏻

@JP-fk6pm 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to finally see a video on the retractable Flexzilla! I just added an Eley & a $30 B Davis FB Marketplace special Ames retractable hose reel. Not sure how long the Ames will last, but it was a deal/convenient. Let us know how the Flexzilla holds up. Both Lowe’s locations in Fayetteville are carrying it at $179.99

@TheLawnTools 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I didn’t know Lowe’s carried it!

@aat3tville181 Жыл бұрын

great content and anyone who can manage your hose is impressive

@SunnyBermuda 3 жыл бұрын

🌞Great video, guys! I know I didn't just see KBG desecrate a Bermuda lawn.😎⛳

@rzfbgjy 3 жыл бұрын

Love this hose reel. Gonna have to get one. Brass is best for all connections. For the very best of the best quick connects and shut offs check Dramm. Look for dramm 400 and 740 🤙🏻

@truesimplicity 2 жыл бұрын

try using buried 3/4" PEX with shark bite copper risers (with winter drain valves at the base) and as a feed for your hose systems.

@seminole715 3 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHA, love the Eley! Thank you for the video!

@Isaacmantx 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this hose reel in 2018, and it still looks like I just installed it... the hose on the reel has already worn out, but the reel is in perfect condition.

@TheLawnSensei 3 жыл бұрын

I should get something towards those lines as well, maybe next year ... I am still not ready for that upgrade LOL ... need to suffer a bit more.

@robertwalsh5461 3 жыл бұрын

Used to be that Craftsman made the best hose… black real rubber looked like it was made out of tires. Now I am looking for quick connections and hydraulic hose to use as a last forever garden hose

@tomatexelon 11 ай бұрын

I have a Flexzilla hose, I wish they didn’t make it fluorescent green, I like it to be dark green like a normal hose color, plus this one stays looking dirty if it get dirty. I also have the eley hose reel, but they dont make my model anymore- their claim is they have 10 year warranty. Not sure what it is now. But I had mine for about 15+ years already. Still working great.

@mainsource8030 3 жыл бұрын

the flexzilla hosereel didnt retract to well for me so I modified a giraffe hose reel to accept a zero-g 5/8 hose at 100 feet, i could have added the zero g to the flexzilla retractable reel, but again I hate its slow retract action, yours seems to be alot better in that respect

@joshuawalker3981 3 жыл бұрын

Eley also makes quick connects. Both of my reels came with a set. Try them out.

@richards5843 2 жыл бұрын

A sprinkler system works good for me, it waters grass , gardens and even flower pots.. Greaat Video.

@outlet6989 2 жыл бұрын

I would have to guess that he likes to do SMALL DIY projects

@CP-rm7rz 3 жыл бұрын

MTM stainless garden hose quick connects . They also have QCs and plugs for pressure washers

@alphasmurf6563 3 жыл бұрын

Stainless will seize to your brass hose spigot and hose fittings. Go brass!

@TheNeighborDominator 3 жыл бұрын

Just hooked up my hoselink and giraffetools retractable Hoses. It's the only way to go!

@msgajhimelret9496 Жыл бұрын

Sprinkler System comes to mind.... with a drip zone for your beds.....

@jeffneumann6059 2 жыл бұрын

That flexzilla hose reel looks strikingly similar to what's called a Power Port Products auto rewind hose reel. The model numbers I'm familiar with are an HR 5012 or an HR 5038 series 2 . In my opinion, these are the best auto rewind hose reels in the world. The side plates that hold that flexzilla reel together and even the output in the front of it are strikingly similar to the Power Port Products Incorporated reels. I wonder if Power Port Products actually makes the Flexzilla hose reel, which in my opinion would make it one of the best auto rewind hose reels that you can buy.

@SYKOK1LLER 2 жыл бұрын

How's the flexzilla hose looking after this install? Keep seeing reviews about them getting moldy quickly.

@scottprice7551 3 жыл бұрын

That Scott Price guy you speak of sounds like a pretty cool guy. 😎

@flex_007 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid and and even greater fam you have.new subscriber here.thanx for the hose reel review helped a lot👍

@hchawkinsiii 3 жыл бұрын

Eley reels are the best! I have purchased 5 of these reels!

@outlet6989 2 жыл бұрын

I live in Florida, near Tampabay. I try never to have anything made of plastic outdoors unless I want to replace it on a regular basis. I have two other types of retractable reels. A 50-foot electrical and a 50-foot air compressor hose. Both are mounted in my garage. You didn't mention, I believe, the size of your yard. That first scene sure got a ton of comments. Like the beginning of a good action movie.

@BionicRasta Жыл бұрын

The Geka Quick Connect & its male plug are worth checking out.

@31snipe 3 жыл бұрын

Jordan - use the Eley quick-connects. I have an Eley hose reel, and also have a Hoselink retractable hose reel too, where I've replaced all the Hoselink quick-connects with Eley's (because they are so good). All brass, very robust; will last forever. Enjoy your reel! (My wife likes mine... and she likes the Eley reel too.)