[Shop-talk] Pressure washers

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I bought my pressure washer at the local air
compressor supply house (didn't know they sold those
until I wandered in looking for air fittings); the
price was a bit more than HomeDepot at the time, but
I'm sure I can get it serviced if necessary.
They also sold me a "rotary" wand head.  I was
skeptical, but the thing is fantastic.  The spray
pattern rotates, and you end up covering a much larger
area very quickly.
Regarding pressure.  I bought a much larger washer
than I needed; I think it's around 4000+.  Its water
consumption outstrips what my hose bib can supply, so
the washer ends up pulsing as it waits for water; I
have to slow down the washer to match, which means the
excess power is unutilized.  Something to think about
when shopping...