whats a good hose reel to buy? after some research i found:

http://www.rapidreel.com/garden/0305_ct_model_2006.aspx (not sure if it has locks/breaks on the wheels to prevent it from moving)

and

http://www.hannay.com/pages/grounds/

i want something that is:

1. solid and strong (less plastic, more metal)
2. well thought out design

let me know if you have any suggestions. i really need to get one, it will help me save a lot of time during carwash

thanks.

 

I've got the first one and it's very nice. Here's a link that'll save you $50 and shipping is free. http://www.myreels.com/gardenct2006.aspx

 

thanks. did it come shipped in a big box or a couple of small ones? trying to figure out if i should ship it to work and fit into a 7er or ship directly to my place.

btw, might want to check out:
http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mhitlergun.html

:P

 

One big box. Takes a few minutes to assemble and it's very well made. Well worth the price.
.....damn, I liked that "quote".

 

I have that same unit, and it's the best ever, a bit bulky but those smaller/auto rewind units are just pieces of crap.

 

I'd like to convert a bay of my garage bays in to a carwash bay. I was thinking boom and sprayer though. I hate winding hose.

 

Thanks for the link, Dr. T. I just ordered mine...

 

yup, ordered one last week too. can't wait.