Thanks for the tips! I've been considering those accessories and really should get them.

It's been good for me since day 1. I hope you like yours, too.

Glad the video helped you decide, and I hope it works out for you!

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree thank you 😊

Agreed. I think a surface cleaner and a turbo nozzle would be welcome additions.

There are 2 surface cleaners for this high pressure machine, the cheaper (not cheap) $180 circular or the $330 free standing type and they both work well, but, for home use the circular one is sufficient.

I just bought the factory refurbished one and this thing is no joke!!! Unbelievable power. I looked online at cheapest prices and found the refurbished one for 650 bucks. Great purchase. Thanks for posting this video!! Made my mind up after watching this video.

Glad to hear it helped!

You can get a kit on Ebay.

Dang...you just cost me $250...but saved me a bunch of headaches. Thank you Honda it is

Thanks for the tip, Roger. I'll have to look into that!

Thanks for the tip! Since I made this video I came to realize what you're referring to. Definitely works better that way.

Sweet pressure washer Nice video Take care

Hi, Alex. Yes, everything is still working for me well. I was willing to take the 'risk' of paying less for the non-Honda engine but that's a personal choice for anyone.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree thank you

I would. That $50 is well worth it.

I didn't get any extra warranty and so far it's been fine.

The Simpson motor has been reliable for me, but I haven’t used it for daily or near-daily use. I think it would hold up. But the Honda certainly has a more established reputation for professional use.

Probably a typo on their end. The 390 is 13 hp, you can get 14 with a few tweeks n mods. The 330 is 9ish and 360 11ish

Put a turbo on that bitch straight pipe put it on bags add a supercharger and you set for life

I've used it to wash my vehicles, but I would definitely recommend lowering the pressure via the pressure regulator valve before doing so. I don't know how low that brings the PSI to, but at the higher settings it could easily damage cars. There is a dial that you can turn to increase/decrease how hard the pump is working. Minimum setting is what I'd use for car washing.

Mike Webb awesom I appreciate that im currently using a homelite 2700psi 2.3gpm and it went down 2 weeks ago

It’s holding up well, actually. I learned the hard way not to let old gas sit in it. Gunks up the carb and will cause it to stop/sputter until that’s resolved. Otherwise, solidly reliable.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree if that happens on a small engine, run some sea foam through it. It is some good stuff.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree thank you for the info. Considering buying one. I prefer Honda, but it has a good price tag.

That’s what I was thinking. The savings were substantial and it’s worked out for me.

Pump is doing fine - showing no problems.

First thing that comes to mind for me, where is the choke? Until you move it into the 'on' position after starting it runs pretty rough. If that's not it, I'd check you have proper oil levels, air filter is clean, etc.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree I do the choke how it instructs me to do so I’m not sure that would be it, although that would make sense.Just got it brand new and i let it run for a couple minutes a minute ago and it just shut off. Worrying a brother, I paid top dollar and feel like I can’t figure out the basics! New oil gas everything

@@littlebritches8631 only other thing I can think of is are you sure there's enough water coming in? If for any reason the spigot isn't opened fully, or doesn't have enough water pressure, that can cause it to run rough. If that isn't it, reach out to Simpson. I'm sure they'll do something if it's brand-new.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree appreciate the response brethren. Just found the throttle was turned all the way up this whole time to point towards the rabbit, do you think that could be it?

Don't remember exactly, Vinny. But it was quicker than I thought. I think like 3 business days.

Ok thanks

Nope. Not yet. I've gotten used to the setup i have, but may still consider a different hose or the turbo nozzle.

Yeah, I borrowed one once and can see how they are faster. Pump saver is a must, indeed.

It does look like it can be set up for that, but it would need a battery added, or a receptacle for the corded plug.

Mr. Cut Lawn Care, LLC Yeah, that was my concern. I was wondering why this model was cheaper than the Simpson 4200 psi/4 gpm model, then I found out that the 4200 model has a Honda engine. Is the cheaper price ( and more psi) worth it in your opinion? I just bought the DeWalt 3800 psi/3.5 gpm with Honda engine, but was thinking about returning it after seeing this model, but the engine's giving me second thoughts. Your opinion would be appreciated.

It all depends on your use. If you are using it residentally (no more than about 4 times a month around your home) then I think that You will be fine with the Simpson engine under warranty. But if you are like me, putting 100-120 hours a year on your units, I would most definitely go with a Honda. My thing with Honda is that you KNOW you are getting proven quality that will last YEARS past the warranty.

Mr. Cut Lawn Care, LLC Thank you for response. As I plan to make pressure washing a part of my whole handyman business (hopefully a couple houses a week), I will be returning the DeWalt 3800 psi/3.5 gpm and upgrading to the DeWalt 4200psi/4gpm; it's only $200 more, still has Honda engine, and does 4 gpm (which I've read is the minimum gpm one needs if they plan on pressure washing in an efficient manner). I believe anything more than 4 gpm then you're looking at needing a reservoir, then a trailer, etc. Thanks again.

Philip David I bought the DeWalt 4200, which doesn't have electric start, so I'm afraid I won't be much help to you. From the video, it seems like he simply turns the key to "on" then goes through start up procedure, but I might be missing something. If you're having start up issues (which this model seems to have at times), I suggest looking up the model on Amazon and then read the q&a section; they usually provide in depth answers to a wide variety of questions from previous buyers, providing "real world" advice that you may not get from the manufacturer's website.

Unless I'm missing something glaring (which I don't think I am) the engine does NOT have electric start, as Mr. Cut Lawn Care suggested above. It's just a different way to have an engine kill switch, or the typical red on/off switch, as you mentioned. There is nothing in the manual about electric start because it doesn't have it, i believe.

It’s still going strong! No problems.

Mine doesn’t have an onboard soap dispenser but it does have a way to inject detergent into the stream when using the black detergent too.

Tip

Yeah, I normally do. I found myself pretty clumsy while holding the camera and trying to use this pressure washer with one hand (not easy)

Yep. As of my last use, about 30 days ago. Still strong.

Yes, it does have a chemical injector right at the pump.

Yes. It has what came on the unit when I bought it.

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree ok cool. Thanks.

​i think he means the brand "OEM". This unit comes with a AAA triplex pump as of now

@@bryanperdomo6045 Thanks for clarifying! I didn't know 'OEM' is a pump brand. Yes, it has a AAA triplex pump that was stock when I bought it. Sorry for any confusion!

@@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree smaller units like the megashot models are the ones that come with "OEM" brand pumps. Makes no sense why name them that lol

Chuck Norris never had such a problem getting into a box.

@@AnatomyJane Ha! Ha! True!

Agreed. I may sound a bit like chuck norris, but I certainly don’t claim to have any of his skills.

Hey, you gotta do what you gotta do. I didn't have a box cutter. Ha!

If you don't squeeze the trigger when trying to start it, yes, it's practically impossible. But I've had no trouble starting it when following the correct procedures and the trigger pull.

Mike Webb I have been in power washing business since 2005 and I know how to deal with power washing machine but I never used Simpson this was my first time and definitely my last last time dealing with this junk..you can even get hurt with cord when you try to firing up LOL looks like you are firing up WW1 plane.thanx for texting me back anyway

It's a shame that you didn't get the one with a honda engine... you would have a different option

@@gridhisen1797 your a fucking idiot, ive had mine for years and zero problems

I've had this unit for almost 2 years now and had no significant problems. As they say, "YMMV" (your mileage may vary) so sorry to hear if you've had a bad experience with a Simpson product.