NorthStar Professional Series Pressure Washer — 3000 PSI, 2.5 GPM
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NorthStar™ professional pressure washers combine industrial Honda Engines with high quality Cat direct drive triplex pumps. Professional pressure washers are designed by Northern engineers to meet the demands of the professional and rental markets. Pressure washer equipped with Cat pump, the pump with nine lives. Quality is the difference. Chosen by 86% of self-service car washes (the most demanding industrial application). Field proven 3-4 times longer seal life. The least expensive pump to maintain. The Cat 3DX pump features a brass manifold and ceramic plungers. Industrial spray gun designed for extended use. 10in. pneumatic tires. Pump requires oil. 140°F maximum water temperature.
Honda powered pressure washer,
November 18, 2008
By Richskfrom Alabama
"Have had this product for 3 years and it is still working flawlessly. It starts every time, and I have never had a problem with it."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Solid Performance,
August 20, 2008
By Toolhunterfrom Chesapeake, VA
"After a great deal of online research, and several trips to various stores, including both "box" stores. this was my choice. The reason - a great price for the Honda engine/CAT pump combo plus a 2 year warranty.
Puting it together was a snap. Follow the instruction manuals (there is one for the engine, and one for the pressure washer) and don't forget to fill the Honda crankcase with 10W-30, and check the CAT pump oil level which should be shipped full, it uses 30W ND. Also, remove the shipping plug on the oil fill nut on the water pump. I suspect that users have failed to do these things resulting in subsequent engine and/or pump failures.
The Honda starts on the first pull, but, follow the engine start procedure in the owners manual exactly. The unit runs well with lots of power. The chassis is solid and doesn't "walk" while the unit is in use. This is a complete package, with all required nozzles (5) and 50' of hose vice the normal 25'. The hose is a little time consuming to rewind neatly, so you might consider a hose reel.
Whether you are a beginner, or a professional, this is a great pressure washer."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Bullet proof...,
August 18, 2008
By Dawg3from Florida
"I have been using this washer frequently for over 13 years. CAT Pumps and Honda engines are the absolute best set up. This unit does not damage finishes, but still cuts grease and soot. Change oil, change filter, air tires, USE CLEAN GAS, and my kids can have it in another few years. I have heard that more recent Honda 160 engines have been less reliable. Perhaps they have made too many from the old dies. Mine has been starts-second-pull forever. I doubt I will ever need to replace this washer."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
NorthStar Professional Series Pressure Washer,
April 30, 2008
By RichardMfrom Connecticut
"This unit was recommended to me by my companies facilities staff. I have had this unit for about a month now - used it three or four times. A powerful unit for sure with the various nozzles it will tackle any job. Used it for cleaning my house, some mildew and a lot of dirt on the shingles on light yellow house. Engine started after three pulls but engine revved unevenly back and forth and I had to adjust throttle. I want to thank the Northern customer service - Bonnie and others. First time out spray gun slid off my garage roof and snapped right after the gun handle. After few discussions and wands, we got the right wand. Check the exploded diagrams as I swear what I saw and what arrived was different wand connectors or no connector on one that the diagram represented. Also, buy a hose reel. The 50 foot hose is a bear to work with if not coiled on the reel. Good luck. RAM"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Excellent unit! Very satisfied!,
April 25, 2008
By Geddyfrom Long Island, NY
"So far I've only used this pressure washer for one large multi-hour cleaning job. The engine is super smooth and quiet, starts immediately on the first pull every time. Even the very first time I started the engine it kicked over immediately on the first pull. The pump is very powerful and responsive. This unit had no problems stripping away over ten years worth of thick moss, algea, mold, discoloration on a large railroad tie wall. It was no easy task but this washer did the job beautifully. The wall now looks like new. Based on the overall observed performance of this unit so far, I know it will handle any job I throw at it, at least around the house / yard. The entire package (base, engine, pump, hose, gun, etc) is of high quality, it's an impressive product. I specifically wish to commend Northern Tool / NorthStar Tools for their excellent customer service. My pressure washer had arrived to me with some shipping damage. Northern hooked me up with the replacement parts I needed immediately and took care of the damage claim, all I had to do was perform a simple parts swap. In the past with other mail order tool companies, shipping damage resulted in lots of time spent dealing with the courier and waiting weeks for replacement parts and then waiting even longer to be reimbursed, etc. With Northern, it was a completely hassle-free experience, I was up and running almost immediately, took no more than one phone call. Thanks Northern!"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
3
/ 5
Pressure Washer with Honda GX engine,
April 21, 2008
By Ranger9435from Los Gatos CA
"This washer operates well and it is reliable. When it arrived the CAT pump had no oil. The installation instructions said to pour oil into the Honda engine but it never mentioned oil for the pump. Consequently, the pump froze and needed to be replaced. Also, one of the cart wheels arrived bent causing the cart to wobble when one moves the cart."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great cleaning machine,
April 21, 2008
By ruger9mfrom Kansas city, MO
"Cleans very good for a 3000 PSI. I have used on decks, houses, and conctrete patio's \ sidewalks. I also used on atv's and cars. Good pressure. I pulled it out of the box filled the oil and it started on first pull. Very smooth running motor. I highly recommend this product."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Top 10 Contributor
Overall Rating:
2
/ 5
pump good, engine is not,
March 1, 2008
By MilesDfrom Virginia
"I had problems right from the start with the Honda G160 engine. These are supposed to be good engines, but the valve stems leaked oil into the cylinder. After only 5 uses the engine would not start and it burned half of its own oil.
I called the nearest Honda small engine merchant. The service rep told me "that doesn't happen. You must have dropped it or tipped it upside down."
I told him I didn't do anything to it except use it five times. Honda told me "bring it in - we'll tell you the same thing. We don't cover your mistreatment of the engine."
I didn't feel like waiting a month while arguing with these people. I took the engine apart myself and put in a new head. It cost me $155 in parts. It's the last Honda small engine I will buy"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Does the job,
January 21, 2008
By Chan1950from Charleston, SC
"I have been using this model pressure washer for close to a year now and am very happy with it. I have used it to wash my car, truck, boat, house, driveway, kids wooden playground set, plus customers houses, porches & driveways. There is enough pressure to do the jobs quickly and still ensure that they are clean. I really enjoy the changeable nozzles so I am getting the right pattern and pressure for the job I am working on. I can highly recommend this product with confidence."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Awesome cleaning machine!,
January 21, 2008
By chango72from wetumpka,al
"Would highly reccomend this machine to anyone in the automotive business. I rarely ever use my "mineral sprits" parts washer anyomore. The machine works extremely well for auto detailing, but I probably use it more for cleaning engine parts than anything else. I haven't had to have an engine block or cylinder heads cleaned at the machine shop since the purchase of this product. If you are looking for something that blasts away dirt, grease, grime, etc, with ease, then this product has the most bang for the buck!"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
