In fact, buying a car wash is not the most expensive task. Now the prices for various washing devices are quite low. For example, from 5 thousand rubles you will find a good device. There may be difficulties with how to choose a device and which model to give preference to.

Relevant are the developments of Bosch, Stihl, Karcher, Huter and other brands. But there are car owners who do not want to spend money on ready-made solutions. They need to make everything by hand.

For me, a homemade car wash is something controversial. On the one hand, it shows your ability to create efficient and useful gadgets. On the other hand, it is much easier to buy a factory car wash, and not try to mold something from a high-pressure fuel pump (a fuel pump, if anything), look for a suitable gun, pump and other spare parts for a future washing complex.

But since you want to do it yourself, I’ll tell you a little about whether it is possible to assemble a sink and how well such a household or stationary homemade product will work.

Main Components

Since we do everything from improvised means, problems can arise with such a parameter as reliability. I believe that any sink or foam generator should be assembled in accordance with GOST and other requirements. If you violate all the recommendations, and sculpt the structure from the first spare parts that come across, it’s better not to start.

If you are ready to act consistently and competently, then maybe something sensible will work out. Homemade sinks are not a myth at all. A lot of people, including my friends, collected them. They work well. Although my foaming agent works no worse. Yes, I bought it and I'm not ashamed of it.

So, since we are talking about homemade sinks, let's see what components they are assembled from.

1. pump or pump. The first task will be to find a pump. Since the sink is a water supply device, there is no way without a pump. Moreover, in order for the water to exit through the nozzle under high pressure, capable of removing dirt from the surface of the machine, we select the pump at 150 bar. Some take more, but it's overkill. Otherwise, the paint will come off along with the dirt. The block head must be made of brass or bronze. Such materials are the least susceptible to corrosion, and therefore the device will last a long time. Feeding at a rate of 15 liters of water per minute is enough to wash the car with high quality.
2. Electrical engine. The next in line will be a 220V electric motor. In addition to it, a capacitor unit is needed so that the sink starts without problems. The higher the RPM, the better the performance. Too fast pumps, giving out a huge speed, will wear out quickly. Don't take them. A consumption of 2-3 kW and a rotation speed of no more than 2000 rpm is considered optimal.
3. Coupling. It is needed to connect the pump to the engine. Some others install a belt drive in one step. With the help of this gearbox, the speed and load of the engine with the pump are balanced. The gear ratio must be selected based on the required output parameters.
4. Water tank. Use a tank that you can power from a constant source of water. It can be an ordinary crane or a well, for example. If the water is dirty, put a filter at the inlet. The main tank will serve to add washing shampoo for the car.
5. performance controller. A special valve must regulate the operating parameters and, if necessary, redirect the unused water pressure to the tank. This reduces the load on the pump.

Understood the basic elements. But there is also a hose, nozzles and other components that are part of a homemade sink. Or think about which one to choose among ready-made and sold in stores sinks.

External car wash units

External components are mounted on a frame, which is better to do it yourself or choose a suitable finished design. Usually the frame is made on the basis of a profile or curved pipe. You can install wheels from below so that the sink is not stationary, but mobile. Stops, handles and clamps will help in moving the device.

• Hose. If you figured out the water intake, you need an element through which the liquid will begin to flow to the machine. Choose reinforced rubberized hoses or plastic products. Just make sure the hose is durable and has tight connections to the water intake. If necessary, you should be able to quickly repair the hose, change it.
• Connections. Areas where the elements are interconnected and in contact with water are best combined with fasteners made of corrosion-resistant materials. For example, bronze or brass.
• Pistol and nozzle. You can take a ready-made sandblaster or another suitable gun that has a nozzle. Outwardly, they resemble pistols at gas stations. The jet of water should only come out when you press the button. It is better to take a ready-made gun and not bathe. My advice to you.

We do everything consistently and accurately, connecting the elements tightly to each other. In fact, picking up the details and creating a full-fledged sink from them is not an impossible task.

But you still need a hole cutter, a whole bunch of different components. It is far from a fact that they will be at hand or fit in size, type of material, and so on. Someone makes sinks from NSh 10 (gear pump) and enjoys the result. Others twist and turn something, but as a result they go to the store and buy a foaming agent, combining it with a purchased branded sink. Although the foam generator can be made from a compressor and auxiliary mechanisms, I would prefer the finished product.

In some cases, it is better to think about which sink from a leading manufacturer to take to wash your car than to unsuccessfully try to assemble a sink from improvised materials for several days.

I am not at all opposed to doing useful things with my own hands. But in terms of washing, there are many pitfalls. In my opinion, it is better to spend more money and less time on a trusted Karcher factory car wash, for example, than less money and more time on a homemade device. It is still unknown how this homemade product will work, and what surprises it will give out during operation.

The rating of factory washes clearly demonstrates the leaders of the segment. Can you achieve similar characteristics with such devices by doing your own washing? Hardly. Can you save? Probably yes.

You decide. I voiced my opinion. By the way, I suddenly realized that it was high time to wash the car. Therefore, I went to put my horse in order, which is what I wish you.

In today's world, a large number of people have cars for personal use. But given so many cars on the roads, not every one of their owners has a garage to use where they can store useful things for their iron horse. It is far from a secret that a car requires personal care, it is especially pleasant to drive a clean car. To wash the car, it is not necessary to constantly stand in line for washing, or to buy a washing machine. In order to save money and time, you can make a mini-sink with your own hands, it will fit in the trunk, and you can use it anywhere.

Materials and tools:
- Plastic canister with two necks
- Washing machine hose 2 m long
- Watering gun on the hose
- quick-detachable fitting
- Tubeless tire valve
- Rubber gasket
- Coupling
- Screwdriver and drills
- Rubber adhesive or sealant
- Automobile compressor

Step one. Mounting the air inlet.
Having collected all the materials and preparing the tools, you can get to work. First of all, the author removes the lid from one neck (responsible for draining). Picking up a drill with a thick drill, he makes a hole in the center of the lid.

Note: when the sink is ready, when using the canister, you will need to lay it on its side, with the fill hole down (so that the water comes out under pressure). Therefore, the cover of this outlet is left for the junction with the hose.

The valve for the wheels is pressed into the hole of the drilled cover. Now you need to let the sealant dry.

Step two. Water outlet installation.
In this step, it's time to prepare the second lid. It is removed, and the drill is taken up again, only now the pen drill is already used. A hole is made in the cover in size corresponding to the diameter of the coupling.

A coupling is inserted into the hole prepared in the cover.

For better fixing on the cover, the coupling joint, as in the previous step, is poured with silicone sealant, after which this cover also needs to be dried.

Fastening is no longer needed, only a nut is needed, the reverse side of the coupling is attached to it. The connection is also secured with a sealant.

After drying all the connections, you can put the cover back in place.

Step three. Watering gun to hose connections.
The idea to use a hose from a washing machine came to the author for a reason, such a hose has the ability to withstand high water pressure. The cut off part of the hose is threaded into the union nut.

The hose section is fixed in a quick-detachable fitting using a special fastener.

The main fitting and its nut are twisted.

Now you can connect the fitting to the watering gun on the boom.

Step four. Connecting the hose to the canister.
In order to prevent air from escaping when pressurized water is supplied in the future, the author inserted a rubber gasket of the right size into the second hose nut.

The nut is screwed onto the quick-release fitting.

On this, the assembly of a homemade mini-sink is ready!

Step five. Washing test in operation.
Water is poured into the canister.

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How to make your own car wash

Washing a car with your own hands is a tedious and unpleasant task, and it takes a lot of time to do it. This is especially felt in spring and autumn, when there is dirt and slush all around. In order to wash the car yourself and well, you need to change clothes so as not to get dirty yourself. Of course, you can use the services of a stationary paid car wash. But, firstly, there is not always time for this, and secondly, it costs money. You can buy a mini-sink, but the prices for this product are quite high.

The easiest way to do your own washing is to use an air compressor.

Do-it-yourself mini-sink is simple and accessible to everyone, while there is more than one option for creating this mechanism. Having made it yourself and spending a minimum amount of money on the purchase of parts, you will get only pleasure from washing the car.

What materials will be required?

Scheme of a homemade mini-wash.

This mini-sink will work on the basis of a compressor, all the work can be done independently, that is, with your own hands.

You will need very few parts and materials, so creating it will not cost you much. It is very economical to use parts from old equipment that is no longer in use, for example, from a washing machine.

• tire compressor;
• suitable capacity of at least 10 liters, you must consider not only the convenience of washing the car, but also the subsequent ease of storage;
• long hose (you can use the old one from the washing machine);
• short hose (for example, from a sink mixer);
• fitting with a nipple (it is also not necessary to buy a new one, you can use the old one from the camera);
• a brush (perhaps the only thing you have to buy in a store);
• a faucet (one that is used to supply water to a washing machine, or any other that seems more convenient for you to use is suitable);
• rubber gaskets (FUM tape can also be used for reliable sealing);
• sealant.

First, connect the compressor to the fitting with a hose. A tap is attached to the brush, with which you will regulate the optimal amount of liquid throughput.

Accordingly, the tap is also connected to the hose. After connecting all the parts, you can start using the device.

This is not the only option for creating a mini-sink. you can do it yourself and the automated version, which, of course, is more convenient. Such a home wash can operate from the on-board network of the car, for example, from the cigarette lighter or simply from the electrical network, but only through a rectifier with a 12-volt output.

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Materials for the manufacture of an automatic mini-sink

The high pressure pump from a car washer is perfect as a compressor for a car wash.

You may already have all the materials you need. If not, you can purchase them at the nearest car market or at a specialized auto parts store. An automated car wash is made simple enough that any car enthusiast can decide to make it with their own hands.

Such a car wash can come in handy not only on ordinary days, but also when traveling, when you won’t find paid stationary car washes on the road. Start manufacturing by selecting or buying parts, only after purchasing which you can proceed directly to the assembly process.

1. Washer motor. Suitable from any car, for example, from the "nine" or "Volga", it does not matter. It does not have to be new, it can be used, but only working.
2. Brush on the hose for washing the car.
3. Plug "cigarette lighter".
4. Hose, 2 pieces, with diameters of 6 and 10 mm, the length of each is at least 3 meters.
5. Switch.
6. Electric wire with a length of 5 to 6 m, it is recommended to use two-core.
7. Bolt brass M8, with a corresponding washer and nut.
8. Galvanized self-tapping screws, 6 pieces, d4×12 mm.
9. Polyethylene canisters, 2 pieces, or other suitable containers, with a volume of at least 10 liters.
10. Sealant.
11. Piece of corrugated hose.

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Home automated mini-washing device

Hydraulic scheme of a car wash.

You will also not need any special knowledge to create such a necessary thing as an automated mini-wash. Only the necessary tools, the availability of the right parts and the desire to make the process of washing the car with your own hands more enjoyable.

1. First you need to prepare canisters, one of them will have to be cut in order to create a “second bottom”, where a shuttle for winding wire and power and a swivel lid will be arranged.
2. For cutting, you can use a knife or scissors, according to the thickness of the walls of the canister.
3. Ordinary drinking water canisters are ideal for this.
4. In the bottom of the whole canister, you need to make a hole corresponding to the diameter of the large hose, i.e. 10 mm, exactly under the inlet of the canister. On the opposite side, you need to make a hole corresponding to the washer.
5. The washer is attached with an M8 brass bolt, respectively with a nut and washer, to the outer surface of the bottom of the whole canister approximately in the middle. The motor is fixed with a clamp, which is easy to make from a strip of plastic.
6. To put on the hoses, plastic bushings are used. It can even be cases from ordinary felt-tip pens. After fixing, you need to connect the receiving tube from the motor to the bottom of the canister in the hole made in advance, from where water will flow to the motor.
7. Wires and a thinner hose are inserted into a larger diameter hose. It is necessary to push it into the inlet of the canister and through the hole made in its bottom. For reliability, the hose is fixed in the hole with a sleeve.
8. You need to install a switch or a button on the brush, make a choice of these details yourself. Choose what seems more convenient to you, because you will do the entire manufacturing process yourself. The button or switch is glued inside the handle.

To decorate it, use a piece of corrugated hose, a diameter of 25 mm is suitable for this. It must be put on the brush handle in advance, that is, before the assembly is made. Naturally, wires are attached to the switch.

The lower ends of the wire must be connected to the washer motor and to the power cord, which, in turn, must be connected to the washer motor. When choosing a power cord, do not forget that it must be exactly 12-volt. A plug from the "cigarette lighter" is attached to the cord.

After the wires are desoldered, the lower part (cut off) of the canister, that is, its “second bottom”, is attached to the main canister with self-tapping screws. Do not forget about the tightness of the joints, be sure to use a sealant, even if it seems to you that everything is normal anyway. In the same way, you need to attach the swivel cover. If all the nuances and smallest details are observed, the assembly will not take you much time.

Washing your car with a rag and a bucket is fine, but it's somewhat outdated. Have you ever seen such an old-fashioned way to clean cars at car washes? If so, then don't go back there. They obviously save on quality and neglect their employees. So, in this article we will talk about how to do a car wash with your own hands. The piece is very interesting and useful.

High Pressure Car Wash Features

We can say that such equipment is not a luxury. Today it is already a necessity. The fact is that this is the only way to qualitatively wash the engine compartment, the bottom and the body of the car. But most importantly, it does not require almost any effort. All you need is 20 minutes of attention.

The main components of a car wash

Although we will assemble the equipment ourselves, that is, in our workshop, we will need purchased parts, which, unfortunately, are often not possible to find in our garage. The first thing we need is a high performance pump. It must create a pressure of 100 to 200 bar. Such equipment will be quite productive and perfect for the implementation of our goals. When choosing a pump, you need to pay attention to what material it is made of. For example, the piston group is metal or ceramic alloy, and the block heads are brass. Of course, you can go the other way and use a compressor instead of a high pressure pump. It will be cheaper, but the system will be less productive.

Motor selection

We can not do without a good engine. It makes sense to stop at a single-phase motor of low power. By the way, you can find it in your garage or remove it from an old washing machine or similar equipment. In general, the power of 200-300 watts is quite enough. A single-phase motor is an order of magnitude safer than a three-phase one in terms of connection and somewhat more economical, so we will focus on it. But whether a condenser and a gearbox will be provided in your car wash is up to you. Such equipment can extend the life of the system, but significantly complicate the design. In addition, these elements are not mandatory at all, everything will work fine without them. In any case, do-it-yourself car wash is not so difficult. Let's move on to the practical part.

DIY high pressure car wash

Before proceeding directly to the assembly, it is necessary to acquire additional elements. We need a coupling to connect the pump and the electric motor together. It is best to take the so-called soft coupling, which will compensate for the slight misalignment of the shafts.

Another important element is the water tank. In this case, the ideal solution would be a plastic tank. It is easier to carry than metal, and in terms of durability it is not inferior to the latter. It must be connected to the water supply network so that there is always water in our container. At the outlet of the tank, we install a fine mesh that acts as a filter. It will protect the pump from damage by foreign bodies. Well, now let's see how a do-it-yourself high-pressure car wash is assembled.

Construction assembly

In general, there is nothing complicated here. By the way, it is desirable to install a performance regulator. This element is optional. The fact is that an automatic unloading valve is supplied with it, which, in which case, relieves pressure and relieves the load from the pump. The regulator is necessary in order to change the pressure in the system. Therefore, you can set it to the maximum - and the jet will be very powerful - and to the minimum - in a weak mode of operation.

A metal frame is used as a single base for all assembled parts and assemblies. An electric motor, a pump and a gun with a nozzle are fixed on it. All this is interconnected with the help of high pressure hoses. Pay attention to the quality of the connections, as they will be subjected to serious stress during operation. After the structure is assembled, the mini-car wash is ready to go. Check it out. If everything is in order, then you can use it. In case of insufficient pressure, we check the tightness of the connections and the operation of the pump.

Homemade car wash and its features

We have already figured out that it will be much cheaper to buy all the parts and assemble them yourself and get the finished equipment. But I would like to note that a homemade car wash has a number of features. Firstly, its repair is greatly simplified. In particular, we are talking about the replacement of failed nodes. Secondly, you can use any nozzle. If you need to get a concentrated jet, one type will do, if a scattered one, another.

Many people make mistakes at the stage of connecting the sink to the central water supply. The fact is that the length of the hose should not exceed 7 meters. This will eliminate possible pressure surges. If you neglect this requirement, then nothing good will happen. In the case when the mini-car wash is powered by a tank, you need to carefully choose its volume. It is advisable to take a container of at least 30 liters and equip it with a check valve so that during operation it is possible to build up pressure. If you often wash a heavily soiled car at low temperatures, you will need a homemade car wash foamer. The price of purchased equipment is about 5-9 thousand rubles. Agree, the amount is rather big. It can be made from a conventional plastic sprayer, which is then connected to the sink.

Need to take into account

In general, we figured out how to make a car wash. There is nothing complicated, as you can see. But there are a few simple rules that will help extend the life of such equipment. Periodically it is necessary to check the reliability of connections, including threaded ones. If they are loose, don't forget to tighten them up. Since the tank has a filter element in the form of a mesh, it will gradually become clogged. If it is not cleaned, then in the end the permeability of water to the pump will decrease. Do not forget to periodically inspect the filter, if necessary, change or clean. Well, when assembling the structure, use the popular drawings of car washes, one of which you can find in this article. They will help you navigate what's what, and carry out the installation correctly.

Conclusion

Do-it-yourself car wash is easy. How much longer can you sit and think: “Why don’t I do the sink myself?” If in the end you take it and start, then the assembly work will end in a few hours. In any case, it makes sense to remember that the paintwork of your car is not eternal and needs to be carefully monitored. By the way, many car enthusiasts do not recommend using car washes with a pump that creates a pressure of more than 200 bar. If such equipment is used at full capacity, then there is a chance of damaging the paintwork of the car. And the loads on the engine and working bodies of the units increase significantly. Even if it becomes necessary to create a high pressure, use it in short-term modes. In principle, this is all that can be said about how to build a car wash.

A high-pressure washer is a highly efficient unit used for professional cleaning of cars - paintwork, engine compartment, rims, and other elements.

The device is necessary to create high pressure, strong water pressure, which ensures the cleaning of surfaces and structures.

Such a tool is used by masters in services, but a do-it-yourself home-made high-pressure car wash will cope with the task just as well.

What parts are required to assemble a car wash?

The device of a mini-sink is a simple process. Work begins with the selection of parts for the subsequent assembly of the structure. The working part must be assembled from high-quality, proven materials. Accessories, with the exception of the pump, do not have to be new. But first check the serviceability to avoid breakdowns.

1. The pump or motor that provides the creation of water pressure is the main part. When choosing, attention is paid to performance, the ability to create pressure. For infrequent use, at home, a pressure of 100 bar is sufficient. When installing additional equipment, nozzles require up to 160 bar. Average indicators vary between 100-200 units.
2. The electric motor is the power source of the system. For self-assembly, it is recommended to choose single-phase devices with a potential of 220V. They are safer and more affordable.
3. Coupling - necessary to connect the pump and the power plant. It is preferable to have models that can act as a fuse and balance the misalignment of the shafts along the axis.
4. Housing, water tank - provides a uniform supply of water masses. Tanks made of durable plastic or metal are used.
5. The frame is the basis for the secure fastening of the elements. Often, additional wheels are installed at the bottom for mobility and ease of use.
6. Gun with nozzle, hoses - required for water supply. The hose is chosen high-quality, reinforced.
7. Nozzles - used to change the nature of the water flow. There are many models that are used to solve specific problems.

It is not worth saving on the quality of parts - this will affect the performance of the device.

In order for a do-it-yourself home-made high-pressure washer to be assembled correctly, other components will be required.

Additional items:

• filter element - a fine mesh that prevents the ingress of particles of dirt, debris;
• capacitor, single-stage gearbox - optional components, but they make it easier to start, improve the quality of work, productivity;
• – can be used as a pump, base for a car wash, greatly simplifying the assembly;
• performance regulator, unloading valve - parts that ensure safety and efficiency of operation;
• clamps or hydraulic termination - will make the connections airtight;
• elements in contact with water are selected from corrosion-resistant alloys.

After completing the collection of spare parts, you can begin to fasten the elements and install them on the frame. It is important to maintain the possibility of repairing equipment, more often using threaded connections.

In the process of assembling a car wash, there are several important points that determine the safety of further operation and the absence of malfunctions.

The frame is the basis of the whole structure:

• it is supposed to manufacture a system with optimal dimensions, for which suitable pipes are selected - round, curved;
• in addition to the wheels in the lower part, it is desirable to install clamps;
• handle for easy transport.

Grounding - safety element:

• a three-core wire is selected;
• a plug with a grounding terminal is required;
• socket is grounded.

After preparation, several main stages are carried out:

1. Electrical equipment is installed on the frame, including an engine, a pump, and other structural elements.
2. A gun with a nozzle is attached, which supplies water after pressing a special button. Such devices are used by professionals, but they are easy to purchase in the store.
3. A high-pressure hose is being installed.

After completing the assembly, they connect to the water supply. A 7 m hose is suitable for this.

How to avoid unexpected device breakdowns

When thinking about how to make a car wash with your own hands, it is desirable to ensure optimal operation, preventing the need for subsequent restoration.

Important points for using the installation:

• before starting, all connections, fastenings are checked;
• the filter element needs regular cleaning from contaminants;
• do not often use the equipment at full power;
• installing a rechargeable battery will protect the device from power surges.

With self-assembly of the device, subsequent restoration, replacement of rubber rings, seals will not cause difficulties.

A car wash is used to remove debris, dirt from a car body and other parts. The foam generator allows you to maximize the quality of cleaning. It's also easy to make your own.

A small number of tools are selected:

• roulette;
• knife;
• Bulgarian;
• wrenches;
• pliers.

Thinking about how to make a foam generator for a car wash with your own hands, you should also choose the right materials and parts for assembly.

Basic moments:

1. A pipe is required, at least 50 cm long. It is filled with a polyethylene washcloth for the subsequent formation of foam.
2. A filter is installed in the form of a grid to prevent the filler from entering other nodes.
3. One end of the pipe must be plugged, a tee must be installed for the subsequent fixing of the foam concentrate tap.
4. Using a fitting, they connect the pipe and the hose intended for foam.
5. A valve is connected to the other end, providing a flow of compressed air masses.

The characteristics of the foam that will result from the operation of such an installation is determined by the length of the pipe used. Attention requires the density of filling the plane with a washcloth. For filling auto cosmetics, a container that can withstand the pressure exerted by the system is suitable.

A car wash and a foam generator are useful units that simplify the process of car care. They easily cope with loads in home use, perfectly replacing the factory tool.