Power Boss 020309 3,000 PSI 2.5 GPM 187cc Honda GC190 Gas Powered Pressure Washer

This is my second Briggs & Stratton power washer. The first one died an untimely death, but I blame myself for not draining all the water out before a winter freeze.

Anyway, when I decided to replace it I knew I needed more power (who doesn't?), so I looked seriously at 3,000 psi units. Here's what I liked about the Briggs Power Boss:

1) Honda engine. Kind of strange that Briggs would put a Honda engine on one of their products, but I think Honda makes some of the best small gasoline powered engines. It starts right up and runs great.
2) The sealed pump that requires no maintenance. Considering how much homeowners actually use their pressure washers, I doubt that many (or any) were changing the pump oil as recommended. This eliminates that hassle.
3) The large gas tank lets you run the unit until you're probably thankful that it finally ran out of gas.
4) Pneumatic wheels make the unit easy to move around.
5) Quick-connect...Read more

First, let me say that I'm a Mechanical Engineer w/ 32 years experience and this is my first review after several years buying from Amazon.com. Amazon is fantastic.

This pressure washer is OK. It does the job in the category it was intended, homeowners.
The second instruction in assembly is incorrect, the first being removal from the box. They instruct you to put the tree clips in the top hole. WRONG. The top holes are for the carriage bolts which tie the handle to the mainframe. Getting the tree clips out of the holes is a major pain, but needs to be done. There are only two holes, one on either side that tie the handle to the mainframe. I now had two less tree clips (no extras) to use on the bottom holes of the detergent reservoir.
The wheels are secured to a dowel axial. Cheap axial, cheal wheels. They wobble.
The accessory tray? That's what they call it, is all but useless. The hook for the high pressure hose does not keep it secure. The hose is...Read more

This is a great machine. The Honda engine is the best. I just finished a three hour non stop job on a friends patio and used 1.5 tanks of gas. It never missed a beat. I highly recommend this product. When I opened the box, the power wand handle was shattered. I called the 800 number and I had a new one in 3 days. Great customer service.