Karcher K7.85M Opinions - Page 2

Botang · 22-08-2008, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 18ME

Thats the best price I've seen it too. Have you not tried the built in detergent tank at all? as my snow foam lance never really fitted that well so I don't use it anymore, which is a shame as they are not cheap are they.

No sorry it has only ever been used with plain water or with snow foam. It has two detergent tanks with a dial in the middle of them so that you can select how much of each you want to use.

18ME · 22-08-2008, 08:26 AM

I've ordered it from Screwfix and should arrive at work today.

I'll have another look at the snow foam lance and see what I can do with a drill bit then

davyk31 · 22-08-2008, 08:48 AM

Do try to get your foam lance sorted as they are a great bit of kit especially with a decent power washer. My lance was sooooo tight to get on and off but the slighest bit of drilling and it fits excellently now.

Happy washing over the weekend !!!!

18ME · 22-08-2008, 10:35 AM

Its just arrived

Going to play golf in a bit so as long as its still dry when I get back I'll be unpacking my new toy and giving it a go.

MarskeBear · 22-08-2008, 11:44 AM

Clean Store - pressure washers, vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners

I got two power washers from here at knock down prices. Next day delivery too.

They will also match/beat prices.

dibbs26 · 02-09-2008, 10:29 AM

Considering a 7.85, how is it performing 18ME?

18ME · 02-09-2008, 10:39 AM

I've used it about 3 times now since I've had it and it seems to do the job very well for me. The power is good but the main advantage is that the hose is longer than most so you don't have to keep moving the washer around to get all round the car. The only little gripe I have is that I keep puling the winder handle off when I wind the hose reel back inside but thats probably because I'm being too hasty with it.

Overall though I good machine for the price so far

dibbs26 · 02-09-2008, 12:56 PM

The length of hose is one of the main reasons for me too. It a real pain having to drag the PW, hose and elec lead around the car, particularly when they get tangled up !.
Glad to see your happy with it though.
Whats it like at shifting the dirt from a distance of course, dont want to be blasting off the paint do we..............

18ME · 02-09-2008, 01:11 PM

It is quite powerful so best not get too close to the paintwork. I mainly use it for the wheel and have snow foam lance works better with this washer than the last so I use that for applying the detergent and then wash that off from a distance. From then on I take the lance off the head of the PW and that gives a gentle spray which is good for washing all the soap off after I've hand washed it.

22-08-2008, 08:48 AM	#13 (permalink)
davyk31 Saab 9-3 Aero Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 808	Do try to get your foam lance sorted as they are a great bit of kit especially with a decent power washer. My lance was sooooo tight to get on and off but the slighest bit of drilling and it fits excellently now. Happy washing over the weekend !!!! __________________ 2006 BMW 325i M Sport Touring Auto - nice noises ! 2006 BMW X3 3.0D M Sport Auto for the wife and kids and much much better than you imagine.

22-08-2008, 11:44 AM	#15 (permalink)
MarskeBear Volkswagen Golf GTi Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: North East Posts: 600	Clean Store - pressure washers, vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners I got two power washers from here at knock down prices. Next day delivery too. They will also match/beat prices. __________________ 56 A4 2.0T Q S-line Spec Edition,dolphin grey, leather,Bose,Phatnoise,Storage,Int'Light pack 07 Honda Type-S in stealthy black

02-09-2008, 10:29 AM	#16 (permalink)
dibbs26 BMW 130d Join Date: May 2005 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,199	Considering a 7.85, how is it performing 18ME? __________________ A4 B7 2.0T FSI S-LINE Akoya Silver, Xenon plus pack, RS 6's, MFSW, Phatnoise, Auto dimming mirror, Light/Rain sensor, Bose, Isofix, Split folding seats, Rear side blinds, Rear window blind, Centre armrest, Auto boot Lid, Cargo parcel net/hooks & Loadliner.

02-09-2008, 12:56 PM	#18 (permalink)
dibbs26 BMW 130d Join Date: May 2005 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,199	The length of hose is one of the main reasons for me too. It a real pain having to drag the PW, hose and elec lead around the car, particularly when they get tangled up !. Glad to see your happy with it though. Whats it like at shifting the dirt from a distance of course, dont want to be blasting off the paint do we.............. __________________ A4 B7 2.0T FSI S-LINE Akoya Silver, Xenon plus pack, RS 6's, MFSW, Phatnoise, Auto dimming mirror, Light/Rain sensor, Bose, Isofix, Split folding seats, Rear side blinds, Rear window blind, Centre armrest, Auto boot Lid, Cargo parcel net/hooks & Loadliner.

22-08-2008, 08:26 AM	#12 (permalink)
18ME Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Worcestershire Posts: 1,778	I've ordered it from Screwfix and should arrive at work today. I'll have another look at the snow foam lance and see what I can do with a drill bit then

22-08-2008, 10:35 AM	#14 (permalink)
18ME Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Worcestershire Posts: 1,778	Its just arrived Going to play golf in a bit so as long as its still dry when I get back I'll be unpacking my new toy and giving it a go.

02-09-2008, 10:39 AM	#17 (permalink)
18ME Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Worcestershire Posts: 1,778	I've used it about 3 times now since I've had it and it seems to do the job very well for me. The power is good but the main advantage is that the hose is longer than most so you don't have to keep moving the washer around to get all round the car. The only little gripe I have is that I keep puling the winder handle off when I wind the hose reel back inside but thats probably because I'm being too hasty with it. Overall though I good machine for the price so far

02-09-2008, 01:11 PM	#19 (permalink)
18ME Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Worcestershire Posts: 1,778	It is quite powerful so best not get too close to the paintwork. I mainly use it for the wheel and have snow foam lance works better with this washer than the last so I use that for applying the detergent and then wash that off from a distance. From then on I take the lance off the head of the PW and that gives a gentle spray which is good for washing all the soap off after I've hand washed it.