@scottw and whoever makes the one with the coin shaped dial. I'm tired of having to fix the o-rings on the dial, and the HF is always getting out of wack with the spring getting wore out inside. These $200+ sprayers are junk! Even the cheapo ones that are preset at 9:1 are always going bad also. And who put the RED thread lock on the QC on the one with the dial? freaking idiots! Just use thread tape so we can take these things off when needed. I have about ten of these in my shed that I'm using for parts when the new ones break down. Yes, I'm rinsing them out and I'm not using them when my water is scalding hot. Try another excuse
It's time to update these inline sprayers
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Cleanworks
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Don't use the adjustable ones. I have 2 that I use every day. One is 4-1 which I use for powders and the other is 8-1 which use I use for liquids. Don't mix your powder in the hydro-force. Mix in a pail and pour it off.
THere's been a few times I've bought those and they never even worked
Cleanworks
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Mine work all the time. For years. Once in a while I run some vinegar through them.
Can you give me the link to the exact one you buy and from whom?
Cleanworks
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I don't have a link but the 2 I am using now we're bought from my Prochem disty. They both are manufactured by Hydra-force. There are no moving parts, what happens most of the time is they clog up with detergent residue. Rinsing with vinegar helps to clear out all that residue. I use a Hydra-force on 95% of all my jobs. Most effective, hottest, quickest way to prespray. I am sure if you are buying the original from a reputable disty, it will work fine. I have heard lots complaints about the rotary dials. Make sure your dilution ratios are what the manufacturer recommends or less. If it works for Saiger, I don't why it won't work for you.
Cleanworks
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Don't use them for protectant. If it dries, it will clog for sure. Saigers been around since before you born. That's why he has old ones lying around but he still uses them. Ask him why.
steve_64
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John Olsen just had one on sale. I got one but still haven't used it. I replace them yearly it seams like. No problems till they start dripping on your hands from the valve. And I mix my powder in the hydroforce container with hot water.
By the time they start leaking they look cruddy anyway.
By the time they start leaking they look cruddy anyway.
hogjowl
Idiot™
Matt
You’re arguing with a Canadian
Shake out of it
You’re arguing with a Canadian
Shake out of it
Cleanworks
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Look who's talking. The guy who uses a Canadian truck mount. You must know something other Americans don't.
Dolly Llama
Number 5
all in-lines...
unreliable
PITA to mix powders strong
Too many variables cause inconsistency
you spray a room and half before you realize they're not working
other than that...they're great
..L.T.A.
unreliable
PITA to mix powders strong
Too many variables cause inconsistency
you spray a room and half before you realize they're not working
other than that...they're great
..L.T.A.
Cleanworks
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Because TCS only sells the best.
I mix my prespray in a 2 gallon jug and pour into the hyDRO force.
Make sure and clean out the filter screen
Make sure and clean out the filter screen
hogjowl
Idiot™
ruff
Member
Every 4-5 years they go bad but other than that they seem reliable. I never use the ones with the dials just a set dilution ratio- more dependable. The hotter the water, the less chem it draws.
Mark does not use the Hydroforce ones he buys his from MultiSpray (I think, some company in MN anyhow). Though I think they all use the same siphon unit which is where the problems start.
Mark does not use the Hydroforce ones he buys his from MultiSpray (I think, some company in MN anyhow). Though I think they all use the same siphon unit which is where the problems start.
Dolly Llama
Number 5
ummm...that would suggest a "slow learner"
doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results...
is the definition of..................
stOOpit
..L.T.A.
I love my non adjustable HF. Never tried the adjustable one.
Yes, I've had to replace some.
It is frustrating to buy a bunch of over priced parts and try to fix one and have it work just as bad, but it keeps me from pumping.
Yes, I've had to replace some.
It is frustrating to buy a bunch of over priced parts and try to fix one and have it work just as bad, but it keeps me from pumping.
I agree. I've used both over the years several times, and from my memory, the non adjustable does last longer. I'll switch over as soon as this last adjustable one breaks. Probably tomorrow
Lee Stockwell
FOJL
I always carry two on the truck.
Cleanworks
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Take Jimmy's advice, carry a small pail with a mark at the 1 gallon line, a mixing stick and a funnel. Mix your powder in the pail and pour into the hydro-force.
Dolly Llama
Number 5
pumping ?
I've met you Coop.
you're not old enough to be born before electricity.... that power diaphragm pumps
.L.T.A.
I carry 3
Mark Saiger
Mr Happy!
Multi sprayer brand.
Don't get the adjustable version.
Get the one with the yellow Tip in it and take that out.
Get an extra Dema valve and keep in the truck. When it goes bad you will be ready... Then order another Dema valve to have in your truck repair kit (like about every three years)
JonDon has the Multi Sprayer private labeled as Powerforce II
I am now using their new six quart version. Not sure if JonDon has on their website but a cool new feature taking out the hard inline brass tube.
Keep in mind there is a filter coming into the Multi Sprayer brand high pressure sprayer and also another filter at the end of the wand by the jet.
https://www.jondon.com/powerforce-ii-sprayer-250-1-000-psi.html
Don't get the adjustable version.
Get the one with the yellow Tip in it and take that out.
Get an extra Dema valve and keep in the truck. When it goes bad you will be ready... Then order another Dema valve to have in your truck repair kit (like about every three years)
JonDon has the Multi Sprayer private labeled as Powerforce II
I am now using their new six quart version. Not sure if JonDon has on their website but a cool new feature taking out the hard inline brass tube.
Keep in mind there is a filter coming into the Multi Sprayer brand high pressure sprayer and also another filter at the end of the wand by the jet.
https://www.jondon.com/powerforce-ii-sprayer-250-1-000-psi.html
Cleanworks
Moderator
Looks like it's exactly the same dema valve as the hydro-force. I leave the yellow tip in for my liquids but remove it for my powders. I adjust the dilution ratio accordingly.
Mark Saiger
Mr Happy!
The Dema valve used on the multi sprayer brand is a Dema made in St. Louis MO
Cleanworks
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Saiger" data-source="post: 4611089" class="bbCodeBlock bbCodeBlock--expandable bbCodeBlock--quote js-expandWatch">I'll have to check mine to make sure it's not made in china or something. So far, they have been very reliable. I usually keep 2 on the truck and for large jobs, extra jugs I can just swap out. Fastest way to get a good prespray down. 4-1 for code Red, 8-1 for procyon extreme.
