Gas powered water pump?

[jymbee]

Looking to replace my little 2-stroke gas powered water pump. Basically want to use it for water supply on projects such as mixing concrete to rebuild bridges over a stream and other such projects where a supply of water would be needed (lots of ponds/streams on the property) but too far away from a hose.

As I don't need a huge flow it looks like a unit like this one from Northern Tool might do the job. Didn't necessarily want to spend that much and perhaps someone can point me to other options?

 

[KPark]

Expensive. What about This one or even this one, both for under $300? These are both semi-trash pumps, so they won't get damaged as fast with the water from ponds and streams.

 

[aczlan]

Expensive. What about This one or even this one, both for under $300? These are both semi-trash pumps, so they won't get damaged as fast with the water from ponds and streams.

The pump the OP linked to is a 1" pump (powered by a weedeater size/type engine), so this one or this one would be a better comparison along with a hose kit such as this one if needed.

Aaron Z

 

[Gunny]

You may want to look at this one: 1" Clear Water Pump with 79cc OHV Gas Engine I'm not a big fan of the Chinese stuff, but those Pacific Hydrostar engines have a fair reputation for starting and running. $145 as listed and you can usually find a 20% off coupon on the internet, if so, even with shipping, you could have it on your doorstep for less than $150.

If you do decide to go with the one from Northern Tool, while it's a lot more money, you can't beat the Honda engine in my opinion, and in any case, go with a 4 cycle over a 2 cycle every-time.

 

[Stimw]

I have this pump from HF - 2" Clear Water Pump with 212cc Gas Engine
It has a knock off Honda/Chinese engine. It does a great job! It primes fast and pumps a good stream at a fast idle. You could attach a hose bib and run garden hose from it.
I bought it when I was washing down my garden well and it washed down the 2" PVC 15' in a couple minutes.
I had problems with my water well and used it to pump out a bunch of sand with no problems.

 

[crazyal]

I bought a HF 98cc 1" water pump but I no longer see it listed. Not sure if they stopped carrying it or if they just are out of stock. I got it for $100 with the 20% off coupon. It's very quiet and I can fill a 275 gallon IBC tote in about 5 minutes, maybe 20' to 25' total lift. It's nice and small but with plenty of power. Maybe the 79cc pump replaces it. I like it because I can easily carry it with one hand.

 

[Egon]

Think generator and an electrict pump. Lets you run other tools on site like the cement mixer.:thumbsup:

 

[jymbee]

One of the main differences between the initial model I posted, other than the price of course, seems to be 2 vs. 4 stroke. Plus the Honda name I suppose. I would prefer the 4 stroke so I guess I just have to decide whether that extra cost is worth it.

The pump the OP linked to is a 1" pump (powered by a weedeater size/type engine), so this one or this one would be a better comparison along with a hose kit such as this one if needed.

Aaron Z

 

[jymbee]

Actually an electric pump did cross my mind, but given the primary use would be for areas far from a power source, lugging along the generator would be too much of hassle. Plus, my mixer is gas powered so the cost to convert that to electric would be prohibitive. :laughing:

Think generator and an electrict pump. Lets you run other tools on site like the cement mixer.:thumbsup:

 

[kevinwak]

I was going to suggest the 1" Honda even before i saw that it was what you posted. I have heard tonnes of good things about that pump. I have a 2" Honda and love it. We also use about 6 of the 2" Honda trash pumps at work, way to heavy duty for my personal use, but still excellent machines.

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[caver]

That 1" Honda will move water and very lightweight. I use one all the time.

 

[DFB]

I've had both types 2 stroke and 4 stroke. Each has their pros and cons. Two stroke are light and easy to carry. I had a Homelight AP125 for years was a nice little pump. That one even came with a 3/4 fitting to direct attach a garden hose.

Lately I've been pumping from a brook to water the greenhouse flowers I sell at an outdoor market over the summer using a 3.5 BS 2" Pacer pump. You dont know how many times I wish I still had that old lightweight 2 stroke homelight. Lot of xtra weight especially with water in the impeller housing lugging that bigger pump around and up and down the riverbank. Your choice what to get but consider availability of carb or pump parts for rebuilds if its a keeper otherwise its a just a throw away unit. I cracked the nylon pump housing on my small homelight and the cost of the replacement part was almost the price of a new unit at the time

One thing about the 2 stroker though is that engine screams loud at full throttle not much different than running a weedwacker.

 

[crazyal]

I wouldn't go with anything other than a 4 stroke pump. Mine weighs only 40 pounds, sips fuel, no need to mix oil and fuel, and is very quiet. To me the real question is to spend the money to buy a brand like a Honda, one where you can get parts easily or an off brand that will be much cheaper. I have a Honda weedwacker with a 35cc 4 stroke Honda and it purrs like a kitten and starts with no effort. Honda makes a great engine.

 

[DFB]

jymbee,

I see a Powermate brand pump with what looks like the same or similar Honda engine for a bit less money


30 GPM 1" Water Pump w/ Honda GX Engine

 

[crazyal]

I really like the Honda engines. I watched a guy fly a remote controlled plane with a GX25 engine. The carb has a priming bulb and a choke. Just push the primmer until you see gas in the overflow tube, choke the engine, and on the first or second pull it fires right up. Honda uses enough oil to lubricate the engine but not too much. The oil atomizes in the crankcase as the engine runs so the engine can run in any position.

 

[jymbee]

I went ahead and ordered the Honda pump linked to in my initial post. More than I had planned on spending but in the end the advantages of the 4 stroke + numerous favorable reviews for the Honda were enough to convince me it was worth it. Hopefully that will be the case!

I was going to suggest the 1" Honda even before i saw that it was what you posted. I have heard tonnes of good things about that pump. I have a 2" Honda and love it. We also use about 6 of the 2" Honda trash pumps at work, way to heavy duty for my personal use, but still excellent machines.

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[crazyal]

Once you get to use it let us know how well it works.

 

[jymbee]

Once you get to use it let us know how well it works.

Will do. :thumbsup:

 

[charlz]

You won't be disappointed with the Honda. I have a 2" water pump as well as a power washer and a lawnmower all with Honda engines. Usually start first pull.... unless of course I forget to put the kill switch on the water pump or pressure washer to 'ON'