Mosmatic Swivels

[Rfreeman]

I use the following Mosmatic swivels from the Hp hose to the gun:

KR Part #: SWM32564

As early as this year I have noticed 3 of them lasted all of a week to 10 days before leaking. We test functions every day or at least every day. On Hp swivels like this the pressure can "seal" the swivel and keep it from leaking but when you put it on TC at low pressure is when we notice the leaks.

Is anyone else having an issue with these swivels? So far this has been at 2 of my 4 washes so its not sight specific. Been using these swivels for a few years now so I don't know if the o ring material inside changed or what??

 

[Bricks]

I use the following Mosmatic swivels from the Hp hose to the gun:

KR Part #: SWM32564

As early as this year I have noticed 3 of them lasted all of a week to 10 days before leaking. We test functions every day or at least every day. On Hp swivels like this the pressure can "seal" the swivel and keep it from leaking but when you put it on TC at low pressure is when we notice the leaks.

Is anyone else having an issue with these swivels? So far this has been at 2 of my 4 washes so its not sight specific. Been using these swivels for a few years now so I don't know if the o ring material inside changed or what??

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When you figure this out, try to figure out why foot valves are junk as well. I have a feeling it’s greed, but I might be wrong.

 

[water guy]

When you figure this out, try to figure out why foot valves are junk as well. I have a feeling it’s greed, but I might be wrong.

Which color foot valves?

 

[Randy]

This is the swivel we've used for years, https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-41...-x-f-brass-high-pressure-swivel-2000-psi.aspx they last a long time.

Bricks we gave up on the Blue Hydro systems foot valve and have been using this on with a great results https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-12...ic-1-4-in-foot-valve-with-check-strainer.aspx
Or this one

Foot Valve |100.11PCV | Dema Engineering

Dema Engineering foot valve is excellent for use when pumping solvents, crafted with corrosion resistant material and it is compatible with 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" tubing.

www.kleen-ritecorp.com

 

[water guy]

This is the swivel we've used for years, https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-41...-x-f-brass-high-pressure-swivel-2000-psi.aspx they last a long time.

Bricks we gave up on the Blue Hydro systems foot valve and have been using this on with a great results https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-12...ic-1-4-in-foot-valve-with-check-strainer.aspx
Or this one

Foot Valve |100.11PCV | Dema Engineering

Dema Engineering foot valve is excellent for use when pumping solvents, crafted with corrosion resistant material and it is compatible with 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" tubing.

www.kleen-ritecorp.com

I really appreciate the information I was ordering some parts from KR tomorrow and this was on the list. Thanks again Im gonna get those instead we was using those back in the day.

 

[2Biz]

This is the swivel we've used for years, https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-41...-x-f-brass-high-pressure-swivel-2000-psi.aspx they last a long time.

Bricks we gave up on the Blue Hydro systems foot valve and have been using this on with a great results https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-12...ic-1-4-in-foot-valve-with-check-strainer.aspx
Or this one

Foot Valve |100.11PCV | Dema Engineering

Dema Engineering foot valve is excellent for use when pumping solvents, crafted with corrosion resistant material and it is compatible with 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" tubing.

www.kleen-ritecorp.com

Ditto what Randy said! Once I changed to the much cheaper Dema Foot Vlaves, I can't remember the last time I had one fail....Years ago! They use a SS ball, SS spring, and an Oring while the blue and gray expensive ones just use a flat washer and sealing surface. I've got a handfull of Blue and Grey onces collecting dust now! Hard to believe that something 1/4 of the price is actually better in todays world! Same for the swivel, they last years befor they start leaking. And can be repaired if you are so inclined to do so....Second thought, at 2/3's the price of new @ $8.52, just buy new!