Bike Washer-Fence paint sprayer?

mikeyj28
mikeyj28 Posts: 754
edited December 2012 in MTB general
Hi all

As i don't want to use a karcher on my bike i have had an idea to use one of those fence panel sprayers that you pump yourself and spray (5 litre ones).
Does anyone use these and if so are they effective in removing fresh mud/grime?

I have thought of this as it may save me some time after a ride during cleaning.
Constantly trying to upgrade my parts.It is a long road ahead as things are so expensive for little gain. n+1 is always the principle in my mind.

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  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    They're alright, know a couple of people that use them. One of those and a sponge at the end of the trail and your bike will be pretty clean.
    Production Privee Shan

    B'Twin Triban 5
  • mikeyj28
    mikeyj28 Posts: 754
    That's what i was thinking.Think i'll get myself one and it'll make life easier.
    Constantly trying to upgrade my parts.It is a long road ahead as things are so expensive for little gain. n+1 is always the principle in my mind.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Same as the 5L weedkiller cans, yes they work quite well, also by doing it before heading home when mud is fresher it comes off easier in many places!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • ifindoubtflatout
    ifindoubtflatout Posts: 132
    Been using a garden spray for years in the winter........like the guy says do it when you finish you ride and the mud comes off easier.
  • The Northern Monkey
    The Northern Monkey Posts: 19,174
    I use one of these... more than enough pressure to clean a bike.

    http://www.diy.com/nav/garden/garden-ca ... d=12738293
    Santa Cruz Butcher
  • Carl170
    Carl170 Posts: 99
    I have used this sort of thing:
    http://www.diy.com/nav/garden/garden-ca ... ar-9956458

    Band Q do its own make that is green or blue for 8.98 - You can clean one bike with one tank and a sponge pretty well. Could not find the link though

    I did buy one of the panel sprayers but found it too unwieldy to use without it falling all over the place, as you then need one hand for the spray bit, onae hand to hold the sprayer and another for the sponge. And you look a bit of a tit trying to use it!

    Regards

    Carl
  • winter_zombie
    winter_zombie Posts: 291
    ive been using the garden sprayer for ages, i wouldent dare use a pressure washer and i hate to see people at my local sherwood pines pay and use it.

    i have a large 8ltr sprayer this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310400911025? ... 1438.l2649

    i use this and fenwicks after every ride and then wipe it dry before i use GT40 on a microfiber cloth to wipe over my frame.

    :mrgreen: and yes i love my bike :oops:
  • Mojo_666
    Mojo_666 Posts: 860
    Great for the back of the car of you catch muck wet, still need a brush though tbh.
    My 1 and only Bike

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