[L.J.Thorpe]

i only have 75 mtrs on reel (use a trolley) i would say it takes less than 30 secs to reel that in most times ,lets say 1 minute for 100 mtrs just to be on safe side.On wednesday i worked from 9 til half 5(long day for me but wanted thurs and bank hols off) and in total i wound the hose back in 7 times
phew  :

[[GQC] Tim]

C'mon Mr Solubility, you've been mentioning this for the last 2 weeks or so, spill the beans so we can enjoy it too. If not, you shouldn't post how great it is in my opinion.

[L.J.Thorpe]

ian please tell me that was ironic

my scudo has "manual" windows
my s60 has electric windows
both work
one will be much easier and cheaper to fix when it breaks
if you like gadgets then fine 
is winding the hose in REALLY that much like hard work

it's the hardest part of the work some times :

[windowwashers]

ian please tell me that was ironic

my scudo has "manual" windows
my s60 has electric windows
both work
one will be much easier and cheaper to fix when it breaks
if you like gadgets then fine 
is winding the hose in REALLY that much like hard work

it's the hardest part of the work some times :

 

[Captain Scarlet]

Mr Solubility, as Im only young I dont encounter any fatigue problems and can wind in the hose very quickly. But my dad feels it much more than me, he occassionaly works with me so could you tell me how you made it. Ive seen ones you can buy on other sites

http://www.jracenstein.com/store/Itemdesc.asp?ic=68%2D102&eq=&Tp=

but dont fancy forking out that much money!!! Luke

[L.J.Thorpe]

 IAN ww cheers mate

anyone waiting for pics or any practical help will have to wait until nat j has worked it out and built his own(probly this time next week then ) imo not worth the hassle for the type of hose we use,maybe on fire engines or oil rigs

[geefree]

i think you should give the guy a break,

it does not matter what he posts on here, you all have a go and knock him down, i find it very unfair,

you all seem to follow on one after the other...

have you tried reading all these posts one after another?

I never ever get involved in posts which are derogotary to another person, as we all have opinions and  our own solutions to how our job should be made easier,

if any one is trying to pursue a method to make thing better for all of us... and takes the time out to share it,

then all credit goes to that person.

I personally, would find it offensive ,most of the comments which reply to the original post,

and im sure most would.  if the tables were reversed.

Is it not good that someone is showing a determination and drive to make our life easier,?....

wether or not the concept is practical for any given individual is for that person to decide.

if its not for you, then fair enough, but i really do feel, after reading each post from Mr Solubility,

the majority simply jump on his case for the sake of it...

and its not fair.

Gary.

[windowwashers]

I am only even honest with my posts, I asked a valid question with no reply, I am not knocking the guy at all I think it is a good idea he has, if it makes his life easier fair play to him.

Thing with a forum you cant please everyone, and everyone has there own opinion like it or not that is there right.

reading back the posts I cant see any that have been offensive

[geefree]

not offensive, i would say .. mick taking and generally putting anything he says... DOWN!....

I Have read all his posts , and it is the same in each one, i am suprised he is still posting to be honest.. i know i certainly would not be.

opinions are one thing, and forums are made for that, but the guy is obviously a business minded person who has very good ideas and shows enthusiasm which he is willing to share on this forum,

which is a shame, as he may just as well be in a classroom, to be frank.

take a look at all Mr Solubiltys  posts... the replies are all the same.

i am not one for getting involved , but its a shame to read.

[windowwashers]

not offensive, i would say .. mick taking and generally putting anything he says... DOWN!....

I Have read all his posts , and it is the same in each one, i am suprised he is still posting to be honest.. i know i certainly would not be.

opinions are one thing, and forums are made for that, but the guy is obviously a business minded person who has very good ideas and shows enthusiasm which he is willing to share on this forum,

which is a shame, as he may just as well be in a classroom, to be frank.

take a look at all Mr Solubiltys  posts... the replies are all the same.

i am not one for getting involved , but its a shame to read.

Mr Sol can handle it, he can also give it aswell.

I agree he is business minded as are alot on here, his enthusiasm will not be knocked it will make him more determind to succeed.

[Alex Gardiner]

Mr Solubility.

This is how I would produce a portable electric hose reel that could wind in 100m of micorbore (all of the current electric ones on the market are too small).

I would take a high quality variable speed electric screwdriver/drill and fit a socket attachment to then end of it that would fit onto the nut shaped spindle end on the standard hose reel, having taken the handle off.

This would give you ability to have full control over wind up with variable speed and instant stop.

My grandfather used to use this 20 years ago to wind his caravan supports up and down.

[frames to panes]

Like it Alex, then you have a built in clutch which could be set to whatever level you want - snag the hose and the extra tension would bring the clutch into play. Good safety point. Slide the socket back to allow release ot the reel for the walk out, then engage it again for the rewind. Variable speed too. Would need to be a good drill though, and probably need an inverter?

[frames to panes]

Cas-man don't worry about Mr Sol, wait till you get on the recieving end of his posts! Sure there's a bit of micky take but that's only because of his overconfident approach. He may well have come up with something here that's going to change the way we work who knows? Waiting for more details.

[windowwashers]

Like it Alex, then you have a built in clutch which could be set to whatever level you want - snag the hose and the extra tension would bring the clutch into play. Good safety point. Variable speed too. Would need to be a good drill though, and probably need an inverter?

you can get quite good cordless ones now, I may well give that a try as thats a great idea Alex, snagging would not be as dodgy either.

[Captain Scarlet]

This is how I would produce a portable electric hose reel that could wind in 100m of micorbore (all of the current electric ones on the market are too small).

I would take a high quality variable speed electric screwdriver/drill and fit a socket attachment to then end of it that would fit onto the nut shaped spindle end on the standard hose reel, having taken the handle off.

This would give you ability to have full control over wind up with variable speed and instant stop.

My grandfather used to use this 20 years ago to wind his caravan supports up and down.

You would want something more permanent really, otherwise you waste time reaching for the screwdiver and placing it over the nut. Thats the only reason I havent gone for this idea, Luke

[L.J.Thorpe]

Cas-man don't worry about Mr Sol, wait till you get on the recieving end of his posts! Sure there's a bit of micky take but that's only because of his overconfident approach. He may well have come up with something here that's going to change the way we work who knows? Waiting for more details.

gotta agree with that
i think the screwdriver idea is simple and workable,but as luke points out thats probably gonna ta ke almost as long to attatch as it will to wind in half the hose.Maybe when i get a tank in the van later this year it might be worth thinking about this sort of set up as i want a reel that will carry 150m+ of micro bore

[stevekennedy]

there is a massive issue with any reel bolted to your van. The hose is so high when it crosses the pavement that it is a serious trip hazard. It is not enough to put out a sign. You must provide a safe means of access for pedestrians. If you use a portable reel you can have the hose flat to the deck when it crosses the pavement.

[Jon-scwindows]

i have a good idea how to make them pretty good, with clutch safety, remote operation, with metal hose guides to make it safe and low to the ground, and so the hose doesnt run off the reel when reeling in, just need some time to make it, using the standard metal floor mounted hose reel, il put some picts up when im done, might even be selling them.

[Jon-scwindows]

mr solubility, also be careful especially if using hot water that when your reeling in the hose it should not still be pressurized from the pump, as the motor winds it on tight and could expand enough to mess up the reel.

[stevekennedy]

Hose guidess would maybe be a good solution. Where would you get suitable ones?