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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Let's talk about Prochem Truckmounts Chemicals Tools (Now w pics/videos!)

    OK so when I first entered the TM scene I was inundated with the name Prochem. Anyone know when they first started making them? Who made them? Which...

    Started by Rob Allen, 08-12-2009 03:34 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Descaling Your Truckmount

    :hi: First, read the directions on the descaler bottle so you add the proper amount. Some require more or less. Every machine is different....

    Started by Ara Klujian, 09-03-2009 04:10 AM
    descale, descaler
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  3. Exclamation Sticky Thread Sticky: Read This Before Posting: How To Ask Our Repairmen Tech Questions

    :welcome: When asking questions for tech support. Please try and provide some information that can help us to accurately pinpoint your problems. ...

    Started by Ara Klujian, 01-23-2009 06:42 PM
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  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: Re: Problem with Hydro II Pump

    This is my first post hear so first of all I would like to say Hi I have a hydro II pump on a spit fire The pump is not producing any pressure...

    Started by Batista230, 01-22-2009 01:54 PM
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    01-29-2009 06:49 PM Go to last post
  1. 3/8" cold water Intake Hose

    Hi Guys , I am having a little problem with all the 3/4" garden hoses(125') I have to carry,I found a 3/8" water /air hose I am thinking to buy to...

    Started by ibokural, 03-05-2010 09:06 PM
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    03-08-2010 02:37 AM Go to last post
  2. Olympus M1200 problem

    My Olympus 1200 isnt putting out any pressure, and the gauge isnt working (first time ever) I checked the regulator on the back and it was turned up...

    Started by Presidential Cleaning, 03-05-2010 07:54 AM
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    03-06-2010 08:05 AM Go to last post
  3. Brand New Chem Tex Power Max 25 Will Not Run!! Arrgh!!

    Thanks for everyone's replies. I would like to clarify that there was nothing wrong with the Chem Tex machine. It turned out the water pressure...

    Started by liquidblano, 03-03-2010 09:57 PM
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    03-05-2010 03:30 AM Go to last post
  4. old prochem bruin with broken heat exchange

    i have an old prochem bruin with a broken heat exchange and prochem no longer makes them. i need to find options quickly. will be having it taken...

    Started by cjholetz, 03-17-2009 09:41 AM
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    02-22-2010 02:59 AM Go to last post
  5. El Diablo problem.

    I am new to truckmounts. I have use portables for 6 years and just got an El Diablo. The last two days its engine has lost power. At first it...

    Started by dajcleaning, 02-12-2010 11:48 PM
    engine problem, vacuum suction problem
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    02-19-2010 07:12 PM Go to last post
  6. Time for some Ingenuity! Whaddya think of these

    I'm tellin ya when I was born they broke the mold! I was cleaning today and putting up with the usual hassles of not getting a good seal from the...

    Started by Richard Baldwin, 02-11-2010 07:56 PM
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    02-16-2010 03:49 PM Go to last post
  7. Question Frozen chemical line on Legend GT?

    Looking for some advice on frozen chemical line, rest of TM was winterized properly.

    Started by Restore, 02-07-2010 04:36 PM
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    02-08-2010 11:33 AM Go to last post
  8. Merc. Water Pump- can I experiment with stop-leak additive?

    Merc. Water Pump- Prochem 100a I'm not getting good flow- I was wondering if I used some "seal softeners" like you would use in automobiles to...

    Started by jamidei, 01-31-2010 06:34 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    02-08-2010 02:51 AM Go to last post
  9. Fuel System Cleaner Good for Slide in Truck Mounts?

    I searched all over and couldn't find any discussion. Anyone add fuel system additives to their van to help the van and TM stay clean? Any thought?...

    Started by ericthered, 02-06-2010 11:59 PM
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    02-07-2010 04:16 PM Go to last post
  10. Will my truck mount die during winter?

    Hello, I know this is a dumb question, but what can I do with my truck mount during winter? I do not have a heated garage, nor my truck will fit in...

    Started by iFlambe, 04-29-2009 09:15 PM
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    02-04-2010 12:36 AM Go to last post
  11. Angry Prochem 405 will not start!

    Hi everyone, I have a question? I have a Prochem 405 that I'am having trouble starting when its warm. I can let it sit for a while then when I go...

    Started by bermudezcc09, 01-08-2010 08:06 PM
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    02-03-2010 10:10 PM Go to last post
  12. halcyon hurricane wiring

    i have a hurricane unsure of year, has kohler command 25 i need a wiring diagram

    Started by longfinner, 02-03-2010 04:10 PM
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    02-03-2010 04:10 PM Go to last post
  13. Mytee big issue?

    I have a 3 week old Mytee 1003DX. When I was using it tonight it was spitting out a significant amount of water through the bottom exhaust ports....

    Started by MCC, 01-25-2010 10:25 PM
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    01-26-2010 08:19 PM Go to last post
  14. Nissan Engine Dilemma

    Ok, I bought a Prochem 405 with 2800 hours from a customer who bought a new El Diablo. The problem is that it needs a cylinder head and the parts...

    Started by Chris Sheldon, 12-19-2009 06:41 PM
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    01-21-2010 05:03 PM Go to last post
  15. Why isn't Bane Clene equipment ever mentioned?

    Hey . . . I'm new. I'm seeking sound advice. I'm bombarded with info and don't know how to sort thru it. :confused:I'm shopping a used TM and found...

    Started by EZCLEAN, 09-12-2008 11:37 AM
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    01-19-2010 07:43 PM Go to last post
  16. *HELP* Identify This Pump Clutch*

    I need to replace this clutch mounted to a Hypro pump. It's on an Eagle ( Steam Genie (Now defunct) copy) TM, and it's 8" in outside dia. with a 5/8...

    Started by Davey Cracker, 01-13-2010 03:22 AM
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    01-14-2010 09:29 PM Go to last post
  17. Leaks and Mis leading gauges :(

    Well, Houston TX is finally getting some really cold weather and it seems like it's taken a tall on my Chem Tex kitty....I mean panther. Went to a...

    Started by Dbonezny, 01-11-2010 03:08 AM
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    01-13-2010 05:09 PM Go to last post
  18. recovery tank

    What is the best thing to do to prevent recovery tank from pitting?

    Started by cjlpn, 12-25-2009 10:13 PM
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    12-27-2009 03:58 PM Go to last post
  19. Exclamation Help, White Magic truck mount engine spitting and misfiring

    Recently my White Magic Triton LS truck mount that has a 60 hp fuel injected engine has been running rough when I first start it. It used to start...

    Started by Rob Allen, 11-19-2009 12:29 PM
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    12-08-2009 04:50 PM Go to last post
  20. Where to find gauge??

    I need 3 gauges for my Performer 405. All 3 died. Temperature gauge,psi and vacuum gauge. :mad: Where can I get these? Rob ...

    Started by Rob Allen, 10-27-2009 09:59 PM
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    12-03-2009 09:43 AM Go to last post
  21. Exclamation Changes I want to make to my truck mount carpet cleaning machines machines this winter

    During the slow season (Feb 1st-Mar 31st) I always do a lot of yearly maintenance, rebuilding, sanding, repainting and updating. Here are a few...

    Started by Rob Allen, 11-27-2009 04:18 AM
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    12-01-2009 03:34 PM Go to last post
  22. Question What type of water pump do you prefer?

    Cat pump, Giant, Hypro etc...?

    Started by admin, 08-10-2008 11:40 PM
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    11-27-2009 12:10 PM Go to last post
  23. Anti freeze the pump

    Its winter time and I need to put anti freeze in the pump to stop it freezing I have a bottle of anti freeze ready mix Dose anyone know the...

    Started by Batista230, 11-20-2009 02:08 AM
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    11-20-2009 12:21 PM Go to last post
  24. Need Help Installing a Hydramaster 4.8 CDS

    I have some questions about this and Hydramaster has BEEN ABSOLUTELY NO HELP!!!!! It's going into a 99 Chevy and I need to know: 1. Does the AC...

    Started by Chris Sheldon, 11-19-2009 01:02 AM
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    11-19-2009 12:22 PM Go to last post
  25. propane tank

    Where should a propane tank be mounted on a van? Where to purchase a belly mount propane tank? How to safely install a propane tank.

    Started by cjlpn, 11-10-2009 10:56 PM
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    11-11-2009 11:32 PM Go to last post
  26. MyTee 450 Issues...

    1: I clean out the recovery tank just about everytime I use the machine..but everytime I crank the machine up, it lets out a big stink...I am glad...

    Started by dsimms, 11-05-2009 02:55 PM
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    11-07-2009 09:21 AM Go to last post
  27. Angry White Magic won't stay started

    This morning one of my techs said when he got to a job the machine would not start. Just clicked, but would not turn over. He jump started it and he...

    Started by Rob Allen, 11-04-2009 05:15 PM
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    11-06-2009 02:23 AM Go to last post
  28. mytee - inline filter bag fell off...

    that long filter bag fell off...it looks like there is a piece of rubber inside the cloth bag. it wasnt just the bag that fell off, the entire rubber...

    Started by dsimms, 11-05-2009 06:11 PM
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    11-05-2009 07:16 PM Go to last post
  29. Pump wont pump water

    High pressure pump dose not seem to be giving out any pressure or make any differance when I rev machine up Have a look at the video ...

    Started by Batista230, 10-19-2009 08:10 PM
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  30. Need an electric hose reel motor

    Anyone know where I can find this motor? I am sure it is not unique to this industry. It is for an electric vacuum hose reel. It burnt out last week...

    Started by Rob Allen, 11-01-2009 01:17 PM
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    11-03-2009 01:01 AM Go to last post
  31. Van Layout

    I was wondering what would be the best layout for a prochem apex ,100 gal fresh water ,100 gal waste ,300' hose reel in a chevy express? Does it...

    Started by james n, 11-01-2009 12:26 AM
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    11-01-2009 10:40 AM Go to last post
  32. blower roots 59

    anyone ever freed up a frozen blower befor,, any help will be apeciated,, thanks wheecln@cox.net

    Started by wheecln, 10-25-2009 11:34 PM
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    10-30-2009 08:14 PM Go to last post
  33. Blower Lubrication

    How offten should I Lubricate the vac side of my blower? I usally use WD 40 every few weeks.

    Started by johnnyone, 10-24-2009 11:07 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    10-24-2009 01:38 PM Go to last post
  34. Help Water Box

    My truckmount is dumping water from the SS water box to the waste tank all the time there is a valve on the bottom of the box the sticker is torn...

    Started by gtech12v, 10-22-2009 10:37 PM
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    10-23-2009 04:26 PM Go to last post
  35. How hard is it to replace a blower drive shaft

    Hi i have a hurricane TM w 20 hp kohler and 4005 tuthill blower the blower drive shaft or drive rotor broke of (the piece that holds the pulley)...

    Started by ghazigo, 10-20-2009 12:37 AM
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    10-23-2009 12:35 AM Go to last post
  36. Machine wont start

    OK started it up with the choke on and it ran fine Switched it off then tried starting it again 2 mins later and it wont start the starter just...

    Started by Batista230, 10-10-2009 01:22 PM
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  37. Waste Tank Size? Theoretical Question.

    Floorguy_724 started a thread about adding a an APO or using a bigger waste tank. My question is this; do bigger waste tanks make your vac...

    Started by Chris Sheldon, 10-16-2009 12:15 PM
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    10-19-2009 12:40 AM Go to last post
  38. Ace 860 temp question

    Hi, I own a ACE 860 and today the temperature was only about 190 so i checked the waste tank and there is a water flow from the heat bypass to the...

    Started by gtech12v, 10-14-2009 07:58 PM
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    10-16-2009 02:32 AM Go to last post
  39. Chemical feed blowing through tank

    I have nothing but problems with the chemical feeds on all my vans. Drives me and the techs crazy. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don't....

    Started by Rob Allen, 10-12-2009 08:25 AM
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    10-12-2009 11:28 PM Go to last post
  40. Machine wont start

    OK started it up with the choke on and it ran fine Switched it off then tried starting it again 2 mins later and it wont start the starter just...

    Started by Batista230, 10-10-2009 01:45 PM
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    10-10-2009 03:07 PM Go to last post
  41. Leaking K-Vale

    Hi everyone long time no see I have my K vale plumed up to the inlet solution line and nothing on the out let And with the valve closed its...

    Started by Batista230, 10-07-2009 08:31 PM
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    10-10-2009 01:19 PM Go to last post
  42. Lip seal Leaking

    I have a boxxer 421 and notice that oil is slowly leaking from the drive shaft. I was wondering is changing the lip seal difficult? and also is...

    Started by james n, 09-27-2009 01:42 AM
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    09-28-2009 12:05 PM Go to last post
  43. White Magic chemical injection not working;

    Two of my WM machines have the chemical injection systems working intermittently. Sometimes they pull and sometimes they don't. Then if I leave it in...

    Started by Rob Allen, 02-25-2009 11:25 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    09-21-2009 04:54 AM Go to last post
  44. I have a great idea! I guess?

    :AddEmoticons04233: Guys, I have a Steam Genie rebel 45 with a 2T propane Heater, it works great but sometimes the 2T have a little hard time to...

    Started by RevolutionContracts, 09-13-2009 03:16 PM
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    09-13-2009 03:16 PM Go to last post
  45. Question i need help with my tm

    i buy 1 year ago with 120 hrs and now is only 300 hrs but when i have a medium job my water temp stay a 180 and i think maybe lowest before i don't...

    Started by carlo21, 09-07-2009 05:57 AM
    h e l p
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    09-08-2009 03:22 AM Go to last post
  46. Boxxer 427 APO not working properly

    OK Long story short.... Incompetent people in NY where I purchased my TM from couldn't find a problem if it bit them in the A**:mad:. I started...

    Started by Classicboss, 09-06-2009 03:26 PM
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    09-06-2009 08:42 PM Go to last post
  47. Question Steam Genie propane tank

    I uploaded two picture of those propane tanks that I am about to buy, it is a really good deal, I need same help to see if these belly propane tank...

    Started by RevolutionContracts, 08-30-2009 03:01 PM
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    08-31-2009 08:34 PM Go to last post
  48. Need help quickly

    Allright guys hope someone can point me in the right direction pretty fast. For the past week my tm has been shutting off in the middle of every...

    Started by PROSTEAM22, 08-19-2009 02:15 AM
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    08-20-2009 07:37 PM Go to last post
  49. Blower oil??

    So today was maintenance day on my equipment. After checking with my bro-in-law who's been running Powermatics for years he advised me to use 30W...

    Started by jim1of6, 08-09-2009 01:00 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    08-09-2009 02:20 AM Go to last post
  50. Pulsating Pump

    My pressure line is pulsating. I assume that maybe there is air leaking in the pump? What could be causing it? Thanks

    Started by SDSinc, 07-31-2009 04:09 PM
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    08-03-2009 06:42 PM Go to last post
  51. Lovejoy coupling types?

    The Lovejoy coupler insert on my Powermatic is cracked and needs replacement. It is an S-Flex size 8 one piece insert. In finding a replacement I...

    Started by jim1of6, 05-03-2009 12:08 PM
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  52. steamway 9100 lx

    haven had any problems since i put a lot of money into it all the heat i want now but. today was the killer i have notice lately that 2 or 3 times...

    Started by campusman1957, 07-29-2009 10:01 PM
    • Replies: 12
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    07-31-2009 02:10 PM Go to last post
  53. Vac

    I have a couple of questions about the Vacuum on Blazer Plus TM: First; Today i noticed that my vac gauge was not zero when the unit was off. Is...

    Started by Blind Dr, 07-30-2009 06:27 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    07-31-2009 12:54 AM Go to last post
  54. Re building psi pump.

    1000 PSI off a boxxer but a pump is a pump. Seals are gone and I have the head off but am unsure how to remove the brass retainer rings. I was...

    Started by C Spot Stop, 07-27-2009 04:06 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    07-28-2009 08:20 PM Go to last post
  55. Dead Battery

    I replaced the battery yesterday for the Prochem Blazer plus I have. The old battery died and I had to keep recharging it. Today the new one is dead....

    Started by Blind Dr, 07-22-2009 01:46 PM
    • Replies: 9
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    07-24-2009 05:56 PM Go to last post
  56. Prochem blazer

    Today while I was cleaning some upholstery, I asked my son to turn down the pressure. He did and did not stop and unscrewed the regulator. Luckily...

    Started by Blind Dr, 07-20-2009 09:13 PM
    • Replies: 8
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    07-21-2009 06:03 AM Go to last post
  57. white magic

    looked at a white magic 98 model today. It has a pin hole in the heat exchanger. We had to prime it to get the pressure up. Could this be because the...

    Started by cjlpn, 07-19-2009 10:16 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 391
    07-19-2009 11:24 PM Go to last post
  58. Sight glass is worthless in blower/pumps

    I mean you really can't see the oil levels especially in a dim lit van. Add to it the fact that once it gets some age it dulls beyond usefulness. So...

    Started by Rob Allen, 07-07-2009 01:04 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    07-07-2009 02:50 PM Go to last post
  59. THREAD Heat exchange to pressure gage (spitfire)

    There is a 90 elbow that screws into the heat exchange and screws into the stainless steel braided hose that goes off to the pressure gage on the...

    Started by Batista230, 07-04-2009 03:41 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    07-05-2009 08:06 PM Go to last post
  60. Oil/no book

    I now own a used Boxxer 421 and it came with NO manual. :eek: I downloaded one from Hydromaster but it lacks any real meat. I have had engines...

    Started by C Spot Stop, 07-04-2009 10:46 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 515
    07-05-2009 08:29 AM Go to last post

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