Question Recommendations on pressure washer and deionizer

[sheridany]

I had a roadwave wave pressure washer and deionizer tank (links below) plumbed into my 2017 Ventana and that was a great investment to keep the coach clean and stay away from truck washes. I regret I didn’t take it with me when I sold the coach.

I am looking for a new portable washer and tank this time around so that if and when it comes time to move on, I can at least take it with me.

I think the tank worked well so but which system should I consider this time? The prices on washers I have seen are moderate (Sun Joe, Karcher) to expensive (AR, Kranzle). It has to be portable and easy to stow or retrieve out of the storage bay and get the coach clean with at least a 50 foot hose and be able to connect a foam cannon.

D.I. Rinse Water System | Spot-Free Rinse | Deionized Water System

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On The Go - Portable Water DI

www.portablewaterdi.com

 

[redbaron]

I too am in the same boat. I had the Road Wave and Deionizer system in my RV. I could have easily removed the road wave, but frankly it was too big and clunky, and the buyer of my coach wanted it.

So I am building my own setup. I also learned that the qty of material is more important. Previously I had 3 tanks 6x18. This was 0.75CUFT of material for deionizing.

My new setup is using an AR Blue washer, and Qty2 - 9x18, with 0.5CUFT each--total of 1CUFT of material for fewer tanks.

I also purchased 2x 8x44 tanks for the house, so that I can easily wash my other vehicles without using the RV system.

Here is my setup:

1x AR Blue BC2N1HSS -- This is a portable Pressure wassher @ 2300PSI. - $236.99 ( $700 less than the RoadWave )
2x Mixed Bed Double Standard Deionizier - $338ea -- $678 total


I chose to build my own deionzier. If you want to go that route, you will end up saving some money. The only issue right now is finding the 9x18 or 10x18 tanks is very hard. I got lucky placing my order for the 1 tank when I did. Ordering the 2nd cost me a lot extra.

I have my parts list at the bottom of the post. In addition, I purchased my material from this site: Replacement DI Resin New mixed bed to deionize water for spot free car wash rinse.

Clack Bypass Valve	V3006	$29.95​	Clack Bypass Valve | V3006
Clack In/Out Head	C1190	24.03​	C-Series C1190 In/Out Head w/ Vent Trap
Clack NPT Elbow	WS1 V3007	14.95 (Pack of 2)	Clack 1 MPT Elbow Connectors | uswatersystems.com
Fine Mesh Upper Basket	FP-UPBSKT-FM	12​	Fine Mesh Upper Basket for Many Fleck, Clack, and Autotrol Valves - Fits 1.05" Distributor Tubes
Riser Tube & Fine mesh lower Basket	BRT-1050-54FM	29​	Distributor Riser Tube w/ Fine Mesh Basket - 1.05-inch x 54-inch
8x18 Media Tank (.44 CUFT)	PT0818-C	78​	https://www.water-softeners-filters...31835-poly-glass-vessel-media-tank-w-base.php
Pentair 9x18 Media Tank	CH30317	106​	Pure Aqua Inc (pureaqua.com)
Mixed bed Resin	1 CU FT	195​	DI Resin Bulk | Order in Bulk Mixed Bed DI Resin for Sale for Water Treatment Equipment at Serv-A-Pure
DI Resen - Mixed Bed New	1 CU FT	215​	Replacement DI Resin New mixed bed to deionize water for spot free car wash rinse.
8x44 Media Tank	PT0844	97​	8" x 44" Pentair Structural 30305 Poly Glass Vessel Media Tank w/ Base (Charcoal)

 

[Neal]

I'm still impressed with this one. Stores compactly too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007UUZGHK/?tag=rvf01-20

 

[sheridany]

AR Blue BC2N1HSS

@redbaron does the cart fold to store in the bay? I like the one @Neal suggested too for portability.

 

[redbaron]

I'm still impressed with this one. Stores compactly too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007UUZGHK/?tag=rvf01-20

At $700, it is the same as the road wave but less expensive. Still it's 2x the one I chose, and less pressure. It's a commercial unit for continous duty . I use mine 1x a day at most, for less than 4 hours, so didn't see a need to spend the extra.

 

[redbaron]

@redbaron does the cart fold to store in the bay? I like the one @Neal suggested too for portability.

It pops out of the cart, and is smaller than the one Neal posted. They also have holders to mount on the wall.

 

[MapNerd]

Can’t speak to deionization but for pressure washing I have this and it has worked great for me needs:

RYOBI 1,600 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric Pressure Washer RY141612 - The Home Depot

The RYOBI 1600 psi Electric Pressure Washer features a light-weight, portable design with on board storage for user convenience. It is great for use on bikes, campers, grills, patio furniture and many

www.homedepot.com

 

[Neal]

Don't forget your other goodies to go with it @sheridany such as a foam cannon, good wash soap, etc. Here is what I use.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HC898GM/?tag=rvf01-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJCAPEE/?tag=rvf01-20

I like the mary moppins mophead which I use on an aero cosmetics pole

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQ4ZJH6/?tag=rvf01-20

Deluxe Mop Pole

Our Deluxe 4` to 9` foot extension pole (Designed for Light Use) with a patented push-button extension system and comfort hold foam grips. If you are using our poles commercially we highly recommend that you use one of the professional poles. Telescopic poles are covered by a 1-year warranty...

washwax.com

A long enough hose so you don't have to move the pressure washer:

https://www.lowes.com/pd/SIMPSON-SIMPSON-Monster-Hose-3-8-in-x-50-ft-Pressure-Washer-Hose/1000731640

 

[sheridany]

I like the mary moppins mophead which I use on an aero cosmetics pole

i have both. The one thing I learned the hard way was using a boars hair brush can scratch your paint mildly. Lambs wool is the best. You should constantly refresh your soap buckets and marathon recommends having four separate mitts and buckets for washing their buses.

 

[sheridany]

@redbaron do you know if a 50 foot hose is compatible with that model. I like it but would prefer one hose instead of 2 which they sell for that brand as an extra hose. Just not sure if there are any 50 foot compatible hoses out there. They measure in mm it appears.