Extend the life of your hoses

[washme1]

I bought some coils of hard plastic protective wrap from Tompkins where I get custom made hoses. They have a product, PWP 16 that I cut in 3 foot sections and wrapped around my SS bay hoses where they rub on the ground. I also bought PWP 32 for my D & S Quicksilver 5/8" and 3/4" hoses which I'll install when replacing next time. I think this wrap is really going to work well. Also will use it anywhere I have a hose is rubbing against anything. I'll also use it to protect wiring where exposed. I bought full boxes of each (66') because it was three times as expensive by the foot. I have extra PWP 16 if anyone is interested, PM me. I tried to attach photos but couldn't get it to work.

 

[Randy]

Are you talking about this product?

http://www.tompkinsind.com/catalog/product.asp?itemid=27393

Your hoses shouldn’t be dragging on the ground.

You’re correct whenever you have movement of the hose you want to protect it from “chaffing” or rubbing damage. I sometimes use another piece of larger hose split lengthwise cable tired on to the hose to protect the hose from Chaffing on sharp corners.

 

[washme1]

Are you talking about this product?

http://www.tompkinsind.com/catalog/product.asp?itemid=27393

Your hoses shouldn’t be dragging on the ground.

You’re correct whenever you have movement of the hose you want to protect it from “chaffing” or rubbing damage. I sometimes use another piece of larger hose split lengthwise cable tired on to the hose to protect the hose from Chaffing on sharp corners.

Yes. I should also mention that you should cut the end closest to the wand so that it doesn't leave a point because it can be a little uncomfortable to hit it with your hand when holding the hose.