12 volt water pump for sprayer portable#

Note: Don't go by the chairs for scale - those are toddler sized. That being said, the current setup allows me to do it in the future if I am ever able to find proper elbows and fittings. This means you have to have the box open to use it. The only down-side is that I was unable to find plumbing fittings to route the hose disconnect to the outside of the box. It's a tight fit, but I am able to cram everything inside. I also drilled two small holes in the 'feet' of the ammo box to let water drain out. I cut about a 4' length of the feeder hose and permanently connected the pump to the brass fittings. The Brass fittings I mated together in a hole on the lower front of the box. I aimed to center it on the side wall, with the quick connect for the hose facing upward. Teflon Tape - I won't include this in the price since the pump kit came with some, but I ended up using my own.Īssembly: I mounted the pump on the SIDE of the Plano ammo box. Lead-Free Brass Hose Barb Adapter 3/8 in.

Round Hose Washer (10-Pack) (But I only used one) I got these at Home Depot and they cost under $1.00ĥ/8 in. $28.49 (My price - these can be had for less money if you are patient)Ĥ machine screws, 4 nuts, 8 washers - I think they are #10, 1' lengthĪ pair of stainless nuts to act as weights for the intake tube

12 volt water pump for sprayer portable#

I was also able to fit it all (although with a lot of fussing and Tetris-like skills) inside a small ammo container.ġ2V High Pressure Self-Priming Electric Car Portable Wash Washer Kit Water Pump The best surprise came when I tested it: It was extremely quiet. But all in all, the price is right and the DIY aspect is minimal, as the pump was purchased as a kit, and all I did was mount it in a box. Chapin International 6-9206 12V 1.0 GPM Diaphragm Pump, Black. Amazons Choice for 12 volt sprayer pumps. I would have also liked a lower wattage (I believe mine is 70W). 1-16 of 542 results for '12 volt sprayer pumps' Results. I would have actually preferred slightly less water pressure to conserve water, but that can be controlled by the hose nozzle. I believe I have delivered on these things. In my research, I was looking for the following in a kit: But I wanted to see if I could do something similar for less money, so I started researching. I came across some cool ideas and how-to's right here on Tacoma World and almost pulled the trigger on ordering a most-excellent kit. I've been contemplating having on-board water on my Tacoma for a while. Project DIY: Portable Pressurized 12-Volt Water