Simpson MS60763-S Gas Pressure Washer with Kohler RH265 & 15" Steel Scrubber for Outdoor Cleaning

The upper and lower parts of the handle were not even close to being aligned. Needed to remove the sheetmetal that holds spray nozzles, remove paint from one end, then file the inside seam of other end to make the two sections of tubing to align. The tubing ends were 3/4 of an inch out of lining up. Then file screw holes in sheetmetal to remount that part.On the plus side, the engine started on the first pull and the washer performs well.It works as expected, but to do an average size deck I have had to fill the gas tank 4x.... it lasts maybe an hour run time before needing refueled which seems excessive for a professional sprayer.I've only used the Simpson product once since I purchased it. All parts were accounted for and it was easy to assemble. In use, it was easy to maneuver, even through thick grass when I moved it to the lanai at the rear of our house. It cleaned the drive and sidewalk and the lanai surface and screen efficiently (made much easier with the Simpson surface cleaner).Easy to use works greatReceived July 18, 2022. Used for 2 hours and worked magnificent! Almost completed my backyard and then the hose busted a leak. The hose didn’t touch the engine at all. The leak location is about 8 inches from pressure washer connection. Didn’t expect a leak or break to happen until next year.PROS - 2 hours of pressure time.✅Works great.✅Easy to handle.✅Not as loud as I expected.✅Does what’s supposed to do.CONS -❌Hose leak. $25 for replacement hose.❌The pressure washer itself tends to move around quite a bit. Have to keep an eye on it so it doesn’t move itself in jeopardy of getting damaged or damaging something else.PROS:* 2 hours per 1/2 gallon tank* Runs reliably for hours* Included oil is enough, even if you spill a little.* Assembly is quick* Good selection of tips* Standard want, hose, tips, etc.* Labeled steps on unit.CONS:* Hose coil really needs velcro straps* Pump bolts needed snugging at first use* Fuel cutoff switch is not clearly labeled* Wand mount lets wand slip* Rotates clockwise during useThis is my first gasoline powered washer. My previous was an electric 1500/1.3.* The first thing I noticed was the higher flow. I can clear debris more quickly while stripping/cleaning things.* The second thing I noticed was a longer duty cycle. The electric washer would shut off due to motor heat at about 2 hours.DISCUSSION:Before each use, just unscrew the oil cap, and check. You should see oil at the threads, and it should be at least a little bit see-through. If it's so dark that you can't see all of the threads, then it's time to change. There's no filter, so just tilt it over to drain. Put the cart flat (leaned back), and fill to the threads. Any extra will pour out. If you have it tipped up and fill it, that's too much, and it can damage the engine.Note that the first oil change will be around 5 hours, or 2-3 tanks of gas. This is normal, because engines are not exactly perfect. They literally wear in, and things fit better. Prior to wear-in, more oil burns, and more metal is shaved off into the oil. After that, I'd expect 40-50 hours between changes, or just before putting away for the winter.Kohler uses 10W30 for their engines in most temps. Generally what you'd use in your car is fine, and you're not likely to use this in sub-freezing temps. If by some chance you were running water with antifreeze in this to PW at sub-freezing, you might need to use 5W30. If you're using this in really hot temps, say mid-summer, full sun, in Texas, then you might need a thicker oil. Kohler has charts online for this, and there is a booklet for the engine included in the Simpson box.The engine runs on E0 through E10. It is not designed for E15 and up. Also, you'll want a fuel stabilizer added to your gas can. I'm using Stabil 360 with E10 gasoline, though any standard fuel additive should be fine from a gas station, Amazon, Hardware Store, etc. This helps prevent varnish, reduces fuel evaporation, and prevents separation of the alcohol/water phase. Basically, it increases the life of the carburetor.The pump itself is sealed. No oil changing there, and when it dies, it dies. It's bolt-on, and should last quite a while. Note that mine leaked engine oil on the bottom left bolt hole, so I had to give it an 1/8th turn to snug the bottom 2 bolts. They feel like they have blue threadlock on them, and you have to use a box-end wrench (13mm). Socket-wrench doesn't fit in there.The pressure hose doesn't stay in a tight coil, and is long enough to be a little unruly when you stow it. I recommend some short bits of cord or velcro to help keep it bundled. The rack is gravity-hold only, and doesn't provide anything to help coil the hose.The wand sits fine on the rack, but will slide around when moving the cart. Not a big deal, but something to notice.All of the connections are standard, and it comes with a good selection of nozzles: 0, 15, 25, 40 degrees. The rack has holes with grommets to store these, and they do not vibrate loose.The rack itself has rubber feet on the back, and it tends to rotate clockwise a bit from engine vibration. You can prop the handle against something, or if your work area has something that will catch the rubber feet, it will stay put.Assembled in 10 mins. Only issue is one of the bolts in the handle wont go in. Not a big deal. I will hammer it in later. Started 2nd pull. Washed 4 trucks using a foam gun. Worked great. It’s obviously not commercial. Its also not expensive. It is a great pressure washer for a home owner.Great for use around my home. After three starts pull rope broken from rubbing the fuel cut off valve . Disassembled the pull rope cover & replaced rope . Routed valve away from the rope to fix issue.Great little pressure washer. Does anyone what foam gun will attach to the wond? Thanks