Alright, so I messed around with my pressure washer fittings today, and lemme tell ya, it was a learning experience. I'm no expert, but I figured I'd share what I did, what worked, and what absolutely didn't.

First off, I noticed my pressure washer was leaking like crazy around the hose connections. Super annoying! I thought, "Okay, probably just needs some new fittings, right?" Famous last words.

So, I went to the local hardware store – you know, the one where half the stuff is behind the counter and you gotta ask for it. Grabbed a bunch of different fittings. I'm talkin' quick connects, threaded adapters, the whole shebang. I honestly wasn't sure what I needed, so I just kinda guessed. Rookie mistake #1.

Got home, unplugged the pressure washer (safety first, folks!), and started unscrewing the old fittings. They were pretty corroded, which I expected. Getting them off was a pain, I had to use some WD-40 and a wrench to break them loose. Pro-tip: wear gloves! My hands were covered in grime.

Then the fun began. Trying to figure out which of the new fittings actually fit. Turns out, pressure washer fittings aren't all created equal. Some were too big, some were too small, and some just wouldn't screw in properly. I wasted a good hour just trying different combinations. Definitely should have measured the old fittings before going to the store. Note to self!

I eventually found a couple that seemed to work...ish. I used some Teflon tape (plumber's tape) on the threads to try and get a good seal. I wrapped it around a few times, making sure to go in the right direction (clockwise, if you're looking at the end of the fitting). Screwed them in tight, but not too tight – you don't wanna strip the threads.

Hooked everything back up, turned on the water, and... still leaking! Damn it! It was better than before, but still leaking. I tightened the fittings a bit more, but no luck. I was starting to get frustrated.

Then, I remembered something I saw on a YouTube video. Someone mentioned using O-rings inside the fittings to create a better seal. I rummaged through my toolbox and found a bag of assorted O-rings. Score!

I put an O-ring inside one of the leaky fittings and tightened it again. And... BAM! No more leak! I did the same thing with the other fitting, and it worked like a charm. Finally!

Here's a breakdown of what I learned:

• Measure your old fittings before buying new ones. Seriously, save yourself the headache.
• Use Teflon tape on the threads. It helps create a better seal.
• O-rings can be a lifesaver. If you're still getting leaks after using Teflon tape, try adding an O-ring inside the fitting.
• Don't overtighten the fittings. You can strip the threads and make things even worse.
• Patience is key. It might take some trial and error to find the right combination of fittings and seals.

So, yeah, that was my pressure washer fitting adventure. It wasn't exactly glamorous, but I got the job done (eventually). And now my pressure washer isn't leaking, which is a huge win in my book.

Bonus Tip

Keep a small container nearby to catch the water when you disconnect the hoses from the pressure washer. Makes the job less messy.

Hope this helps someone out there! Now I'm off to power wash my deck. Wish me luck!