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(low) electric power pressure washer

iaw4

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can one clean an airplane with an electric power washer? I am thinking of buying something like the Sun Joe SPX 3000. It has about 1500 psi typical water pressure. better yet, an even cheaper and more portable SPX1100 with about 1100psi.

I presume one should not use it on the plexiglass and make sure the pitot is covered. but it would be convenient.

reasonably ok? or will it blow the paint or the airplane apart?
 
Watch out for the static ports too. But I still wouldn't recommend a power washer. I clean my plane with a squirt bottle and a rag. It probably doesn't take much longer but I know I'm not gonna do any damage either. YMMV

-Marc
 
No. Get a little exercise with a bucket of warm water and a rag. Unless your aircraft is painted by a reputable shop :)
 
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