Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

Hi all,
    Well I bit the bullet and picked up a small Troy Built power washer. I have wanted one for some time now...nothing big. I just wanted to wash my daughters wooden swing set and try it out on the vinyl siding (I normally wash it every other year with a car brush and hose).  So I was wondering around Lowes and saw this machine for $275...I think to myself  "thats pretty cheap" and it is just like the one I saw on "Two Guys Garage"  this past Sunday (The Craftsman and the Troy Built are the same). So I bring it home and set it up. Added oil (It came with a 18 oz bottle and the directions say the engine holds 20oz. I added the whole bottle and now it is way too full! ARGH! I had to pour a bit out to get it in the zone) and gas and connected the hose and fired it up. 4.75 low end Briggs honking horse power....how much pressure can this little thing make?  Well I grab the trigger and WOW! Nice!!! I went through 4 1/2 tanks of gas today I did the swing, the house (Did a much better job than I just did 2 weeks ago!!!ARGH!), some plastic planters that were covered in green mold, and the driveway!!! I tried all 4 of the nozels and they really do  have one for every project!  I must say, I am quiet happy with the new purchase! For more info, check out:
http://www.troybilt-gen-pw.com/pressure_washers/model.cfm?id=196
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=188016-348-20245&lpage=none

PRODUCT DETAILS

• 2200 Max PSI
• 2.2 Max GPM
• 4.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine
  For more power, reliability and easy starting
• Axial Cam Pump with Easy Start Pump Technology
• Four Briggs & Stratton ProjectPro™ Nozzles (Delicate, General, Max and Soap)
  With preset pressure and flow settiings for optimal cleaning
• Detergent Injection System
• 25 Foot Hose
• Stainless Steel Components
• Bonus! Includes Turbo Nozzle and 112 Page How-To Project Guide
  $50 Value
• 1 Year Consumer, 90 Day Commercial Warranty