I'd like to publicly mention that my opinion on Southeast Softwash has changed over time. I would like you to disregard my comments about them being MLM. While they are expensive, they are a good company and their heart is in the right place. Never be afraid to admit your mistakes.
@@thomasweis Can you do video about softwashing? I like the honesty and would like to hear more from someone who is not selling courses about it, thanks!
@@thisiswhathappened7247 I can, however it may be a little while until I have one put together. My wife is finishing her doctorate so I've been on the road a lot this year with her. I'll get to it one of these days though
Right on man! We’d love more from an honest, well spoken fella like you. Helpful video that’s to the point and free of bs. Like to hear more about how you started and why fleet washing worked for you. Thanks
I'm still quite new, but I appreciate the words. I absolutely hate bs, and wish more people would produce honest content. I got into fleet washing as a client of mine from a previous job needed his trucks washed. I'm now running a 2019 Promaster 3500 and this my backup rig.
This is the first video that the person answered every question I had without having to ask. Literally shows the carriage bolt underneath the trailer, how he bent the lance, how many feet of hose, the list goes on. Great video man, thanks for the info. 👍
Omg finding this video was a blessing. When you mentioned that u tow that with a Prius my eyes popped! I am starting my business and I’m in the process of acquiring a trailer and I also have a Prius so I was so concerned about hauling a big trailer with water tanks on it. Would you share how much load was on the trailer on this video? Also did u ever drove with full tanks? I’ve seen that you’re supposed to keep heavier objects towards the front of the trailer, if they’re towards the back , it gets very unstable. Did u ever experience wobbles while driving or anything of any sort? Please share with me any experiences that would’ve made your life easier that you would change or that you would/ wouldn’t do different? Lol sorry for the humongous question it’s just that I’m in a very similar situation and it can be scary at times, so seeing someone do well and move forward like you simply fills me up with courage and strength!
Let's set up a call? It would be easier for me. I'm currently out of the country but you can text my work number and I'll call when I can. 503 308 8220
Acid is used when washing vehicles. It can help break the bond that hold dirt onto a vehicle, and can help brighten aluminum, as long as it's not polished.
Add another 4pm pump and motor and Siamese them to achieve 8 gpm and maybe add another buffer tank one for each motor, I had two 4gpm Siamese set up with my surface cleaner that shit rips.
All depends on what I'm doing, and how often I'm doing them. Box trucks are $70 inside and out (not the inside of the cab) and semi trucks and trailers are $140 typically
Hey so I have a question about the soft wash. So you don’t do soft wash ? And are you referring to the 12v system ? I’m trying to make some money on the side and I want to find a effective / budget friendly solution
I will occasionally use my Softwash system. I typically do mostly fleet washing but Softwash is great money if you can get the work. I'm my area at least there is a company on every corner that offers softwashing and it's pretty diluted.
@@thomasweis there is anyone here that does it that I know of. I live about 45 mins away from companies that do. With that said. I called them and they wanted 600 dollars to wash my house. So roughly .15 cents per square foot. So I guess I can do .11 cents starting out and should be able to make money doing it. Just need to find the set up that doesn’t cost a arm and a leg and will get it done. My 2.5 gallon isn’t doing it and will barely reach the second floor with the second level tips I bought.
I have the hose run directly to the pressure washer. I had a T to fill one of the tanks with water and that went to the Softwash system with a 5.5gpm bleach pump
NW Chemicals Typhoon typically. It's an aluminum brighter that's is mainly made of Hydrofluoric Acid. Not super common when softwashing, though it has its uses when washing trucks and some property.
I've mentioned it in other comments, but there are a lot of CZcamsrs that are trying to sell their own products and training to the point where it's very mlm.
They have come down in price. The new ones are closer to 8 or 900$ I think maybe more. You can build it, but will it work, or last? When I bought mine there were only two companies on the market
@@clintsaines9274 Absolutely, the higher the gpm typically the lower the psi. My 4gpm is roughly 2.2k usually and my 8gpm is 1800 - 2k max typically. 🤙
I'd like to publicly mention that my opinion on Southeast Softwash has changed over time. I would like you to disregard my comments about them being MLM. While they are expensive, they are a good company and their heart is in the right place. Never be afraid to admit your mistakes.
Are you back to softwashing? I want to start up something small and don’t want to worry about damaging certain materials/surfaces
@@seanneumann5790 I do both, but this summer I've been on the road a lot. What kinda questions did you have?
@@thomasweis Can you do video about softwashing? I like the honesty and would like to hear more from someone who is not selling courses about it, thanks!
@@thisiswhathappened7247 I can, however it may be a little while until I have one put together. My wife is finishing her doctorate so I've been on the road a lot this year with her. I'll get to it one of these days though
Right on man! We’d love more from an honest, well spoken fella like you. Helpful video that’s to the point and free of bs. Like to hear more about how you started and why fleet washing worked for you. Thanks
I'm still quite new, but I appreciate the words. I absolutely hate bs, and wish more people would produce honest content.
I got into fleet washing as a client of mine from a previous job needed his trucks washed. I'm now running a 2019 Promaster 3500 and this my backup rig.
This is the first video that the person answered every question I had without having to ask. Literally shows the carriage bolt underneath the trailer, how he bent the lance, how many feet of hose, the list goes on.
Great video man, thanks for the info. 👍
Awesome build! I can't wait til I get out the bed of my truck. Something ideal I want to turn into.
Great video brother. Stay the course. God's blessings on you and your business.
Great setup
Get after it brother, good content, get you an 8GPM because we all end up there.
Done, it's been finicky getting my injection system to work perfectly, but damn it's quick
Gunna need atleast a 65 gallon buffer for the 8.
@@577buttfan I've got a 525 gallon tank on the new rig
@@thomasweis sweet!
Trust me, if you're serious about pressure washing, Southeast Softwash trailers are the way to go.
Quit beating on yourself. you have to start somewhere. if you keep going you will get your ideal setup.
It's in my nature, but thank you!
I like the fishing lead idea. You could also make a drop stick by just slipping you hose through a piece of pvc. Put a hose clamp on each end.
6:01 would have the LED lights red at the rear. That signifies the rear of a vehicle.
Omg finding this video was a blessing. When you mentioned that u tow that with a Prius my eyes popped! I am starting my business and I’m in the process of acquiring a trailer and I also have a Prius so I was so concerned about hauling a big trailer with water tanks on it. Would you share how much load was on the trailer on this video? Also did u ever drove with full tanks? I’ve seen that you’re supposed to keep heavier objects towards the front of the trailer, if they’re towards the back , it gets very unstable. Did u ever experience wobbles while driving or anything of any sort? Please share with me any experiences that would’ve made your life easier that you would change or that you would/ wouldn’t do different?
Lol sorry for the humongous question it’s just that I’m in a very similar situation and it can be scary at times, so seeing someone do well and move forward like you simply fills me up with courage and strength!
Let's set up a call? It would be easier for me. I'm currently out of the country but you can text my work number and I'll call when I can. 503 308 8220
Question what do you use your acid for? I mostly use SH to do some Down stream but I want something a bit stronger
Acid is used when washing vehicles. It can help break the bond that hold dirt onto a vehicle, and can help brighten aluminum, as long as it's not polished.
Add another 4pm pump and motor and Siamese them to achieve 8 gpm and maybe add another buffer tank one for each motor, I had two 4gpm Siamese set up with my surface cleaner that shit rips.
Hey man, how did you mount those reels to the side rail of the trailer? Do you find that it’s sturdy enough to carry the weight of the reels?
I believe they were 4" u-bolts, and yes they were sturdy. I used nylon lock nuts and blue lock tite and checked them weekly. Not one ever came loose
what size tanks and were did you buy them from.......I,m about to build the same set up.....
Sorry on the delay. 35 gallon and from a farm shop. Amazon also sells them
i'd like to know what you charge, or how you charge? how long it actually takes you per truck.
All depends on what I'm doing, and how often I'm doing them. Box trucks are $70 inside and out (not the inside of the cab) and semi trucks and trailers are $140 typically
That's what I have 5 by 8 trailer
Where did you buy those big washers on the eye bolts
Home Depot. They are in the same aisle as the screws and bolts. The washers are carriage washers. (Just means they are large and grab on to more)
What were your issues with soft washing?
It's a crowded market in my area and SH runs about $8 a gallon. (Recently found a shop that sells around $4 a gallon)
Hey so I have a question about the soft wash. So you don’t do soft wash ? And are you referring to the 12v system ? I’m trying to make some money on the side and I want to find a effective / budget friendly solution
I will occasionally use my Softwash system. I typically do mostly fleet washing but Softwash is great money if you can get the work. I'm my area at least there is a company on every corner that offers softwashing and it's pretty diluted.
@@thomasweis there is anyone here that does it that I know of. I live about 45 mins away from companies that do. With that said. I called them and they wanted 600 dollars to wash my house. So roughly .15 cents per square foot. So I guess I can do .11 cents starting out and should be able to make money doing it. Just need to find the set up that doesn’t cost a arm and a leg and will get it done. My 2.5 gallon isn’t doing it and will barely reach the second floor with the second level tips I bought.
@@treyt6765 a quality 4gpm can do a lot for you
@@thomasweis thank you sir
What kind of fleets are you washing? Is there an average price you charge? You work alone or have some employees?
I'm working alone, but I'm hiring one person within the next month. I'm also upgrading to a new setup too.
What do u use the acid for
NW Chemicals Typhoon has been a favorite
How many cars do you wash with your water?
I have a new rig, but this rig used a hose and not a water tank. I could all day long as long as I had enough soap
What kind of pump do you use to feed pw from remote tank. Love to see video on that set up? thanks
I have the hose run directly to the pressure washer. I had a T to fill one of the tanks with water and that went to the Softwash system with a 5.5gpm bleach pump
@@thomasweis sorry Wash asking about remote fuel tank thanks for reply
Was... auto correct oops
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@thomasweis thanks not sure if I have vacuum line I'll have to check
Honda gx390 3500 psi 5.5 gpm belt drive. Thanks again
What acid are you talking about? Never heard people using acid in softwash or pressure.
NW Chemicals Typhoon typically. It's an aluminum brighter that's is mainly made of Hydrofluoric Acid.
Not super common when softwashing, though it has its uses when washing trucks and some property.
Talk about the switches more
What would you like to know?
What do you mean the CZcams trap marketing? Can you tell us more?
I've mentioned it in other comments, but there are a lot of CZcamsrs that are trying to sell their own products and training to the point where it's very mlm.
$2200 for a remote that controls a solenoid? I think you could build that system for about $220 with a car remote, 12v solenoid and car battery.
They have come down in price. The new ones are closer to 8 or 900$ I think maybe more.
You can build it, but will it work, or last? When I bought mine there were only two companies on the market
@@thomasweis it's a very simple circuit and if you could put together that power box you can build one of those.
@@thomasweis Flow Pro.
Don't know if you did it but don't forget to bypass your pressure washer
I no longer have this rig, but it was bypassed
How much do you want for tyr setup
I apologize but the trailer sold last night.
Can I take my pressure washer off my cart style and mount it to. Bed? It’s only 2.5gpm but I will be upgrading ASAP
Yes, a lot of pressure washed will come on a cart. Mine did
So you never really had use for the full 4000 psi?
Correct, even on concrete you can really screw things up at 4k psi. I now run all my psi around 2 to 2.5 kpsi
@@thomasweis ok thanks. That's what I figured.
@@clintsaines9274 Absolutely, the higher the gpm typically the lower the psi. My 4gpm is roughly 2.2k usually and my 8gpm is 1800 - 2k max typically. 🤙
@@thomasweis ok good to know. Thanks.
@@thomasweis are you dialing it down on the machine or using different orifice sizes
How much?
Shoot me a call if you're interested 503 308 8220. Let's see if it's a good fit for you first
Trade in the Prius and get a ford maverick
I upgraded to a 2019 Promaster 3500... Had to start somewhere!
You lost me at Prius lol
Had to start somewhere. I've got a Promaster 3500 that I'm running now.
Less fuel more profits 🤷♂️
@@thomasweis just messing with ya ...make your money how ever you've got to brother
@@blainesmotorsmedia Averaging 38mpg while working is pretty nice. Not a long term ideal situation, but it got me to the point where I could upgrade
@@thomasweis dayum i need a prius. that's motorcycle territory