Alright, folks, let's talk about something that might not be glamorous, but it's super practical – setting up a water tank for your pressure washer. I've been meaning to get my patio cleaned up for ages, and my pressure washer is awesome, but the water supply from my outside faucet is, well, a little wimpy. So, I decided to get serious and add a water tank to the mix.

Figuring Out the Basics

First, I needed a tank. I didn't want anything massive, just something that could hold enough water for a decent cleaning session. I went with a 65-gallon tank – seemed like a good middle ground. Remember, bigger tank equals more water, but also, more weight! I started browsing online and finally found the right one.

Getting All the Parts Together

Next up, the plumbing. This part scared me a little, I'm no plumber, but it turned out to be pretty straightforward. I needed some basic stuff:

• A hose to connect the tank to my pressure washer. Make sure it's the right diameter!
• Fittings to connect the hose to the tank and the pressure washer. I grabbed a few different sizes just in case.
• A shut-off valve. This is important! You want to be able to control the water flow.
• Teflon tape. This stuff is magic for preventing leaks.

Putting It All Together

I placed the tank on a level surface, close enough to where I'd be using the pressure washer, but not in the * I wrapped all the thread with teflon tape. After that,I started by connecting the hose to the tank, using the fittings and making sure everything was nice and tight. Then, I did the same for the pressure washer end. I put the shut-off valve in the middle of the hose, so I could easily turn the water on and off without running back to the tank.

The Moment of Truth

With everything connected, I slowly opened the valve on the tank. I was holding my breath, half-expecting a geyser, but... nothing! No leaks. I then turned on the water and boom, I see the water flows into the tank.

I fired up my pressure washer, and man, what a difference! The water pressure was strong and consistent. I blasted away at the patio, and it looked brand new in no time. Finally,I get my patio cleaned up!

So, that's my water tank setup. It wasn't rocket science, and it made a huge difference in how well my pressure washer works. If you're tired of dealing with weak water pressure, I definitely recommend giving this a try!