I also found this one https://www.bunnings.com.au/honda-1..._-4R23DrX2dndd3oaaoaAkTmEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Looks better Honda WX10
Looks better Honda WX10
Pumps for a Highbanker - information and questions
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This is what Wal recommended for his walbanker
WX 15 or similar capacity pump..
https://powerequipment.honda.com.au/models/pumps/wx15
WX 15 or similar capacity pump..
https://powerequipment.honda.com.au/models/pumps/wx15
This is the WX 15/I used for my walbanker.
Its now being used on our farm in PI to pump water from the irrigation canal into our rice fields ..
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Its now being used on our farm in PI to pump water from the irrigation canal into our rice fields ..
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nucopia said:
Better to have it than wish for it, water capacity that is :Y: I'd definitely go the WX15 over the WX10 the extra 160 litres a minute is worth it if you find yourself pushing water to a head (up hill) Depending on the hose diameter especially pumping to a head you need to consider friction loss which will reduce your litres per minute volume.
Ozito has a 4stroke petrol water transfer pump @ 380L/Minute
Would that be sufficient or too much water?
Would that be sufficient or too much water?
Haven't you read the replies-Hi-bankers banned NSW/QLD. Don't waste your money-if you continue this topic with doing it anyway-instant full ban.
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Jaros said:
Jaros relax kotolos is aware and has stated (Edit) post 3# of this thread the intended use isn't for NSW. Definitely not worth flexing muscle and mentioning bans
there's been more than enough of that shite mentioned of late :beer:
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Kotolos said:
Having a higher volume pump is good but can cause issues by virtue of weight if you have to lug it in somewhere. 250 to 350 litres a minute is good :Y: 380 is also good all you need to do is fit a ball valve on the outlet of the pump or at the inlet of the banker and regulate flow by closing or opening the valve :Y: :beer:
Good man :Y:Kotolos said:
Pretty sure there were/are some members using these:
https://www.thornado.com.au/petrol-1.5-inch-water-transfer-pump-2hp-gold-sluicing
Thornado were forum sponsors but have been quiet since the NSW ban?
They are rated at 14,000l/h (230 lpm).
Might be worth looking into?
Some old discussion here: https://www.prospectingaustralia.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=6553
mbasko, that one looks great thank you very much - sold out on thornado but I found one on ebay near where I live
Thornado pumps are reliable and effective, but rather heavy, weighing in at 14kg for the 1.5 inch pump most suitable for prospecting use. I once had a very similar Rato, but that seems to have disappeared from their range.
The Honda WX10 has the fuel tank on the bottom of the pump and experienced users tell me that fuel can get very hot or even boil with prolonged use. However, it is only 6.1kg, so less than half the weight of the Thornado. For short sessions with a smaller sluice or highbanker it will work well.
I reckon the WX15 is the best balance between capacity, weight (9.1 kg, so around 5 kg lighter than the Thornado) and reliability. Fuel tank is at the top of the pump. Weight is important as the best gold comes from places requiring a walk. As the saying goes, you get what you pay for.
The Honda WX10 has the fuel tank on the bottom of the pump and experienced users tell me that fuel can get very hot or even boil with prolonged use. However, it is only 6.1kg, so less than half the weight of the Thornado. For short sessions with a smaller sluice or highbanker it will work well.
I reckon the WX15 is the best balance between capacity, weight (9.1 kg, so around 5 kg lighter than the Thornado) and reliability. Fuel tank is at the top of the pump. Weight is important as the best gold comes from places requiring a walk. As the saying goes, you get what you pay for.
Thanks everyone for the help, ordered the thornado 1.5, the weight wont be a problem so it was the best one for me. managed to find it on amazon for 40% of the RRP.
Will post how it goes after I've had a chance to use it
Will post how it goes after I've had a chance to use it
Kotolos said:Thanks everyone for the help, ordered the thornado 1.5, the weight wont be a problem so it was the best one for me. managed to find it on amazon for 40% of the RRP.
Will post how it goes after I've had a chance to use it
You got yourself a good little pump, do a oil change first up and replace the plug. cheers
The thornado pump I got has an input and output hole size of 1.5", although I can only find a 1.5" hose in tiny lengths.
If I connected the a 1.5" hose to the pump and then joined it up with a 1" hose all the way the the spray bar (also 1") would that effect the water flow or is it all good todo it like that?
Thank you
If I connected the a 1.5" hose to the pump and then joined it up with a 1" hose all the way the the spray bar (also 1") would that effect the water flow or is it all good todo it like that?
Thank you
Should be able to get 1.5" lay flat in whatever length you need?
Various lengths without fittings:
https://www.thornado.com.au/1.5-inch-40mm-pvc-blue-layflat-hose-lay-flat-discharge
20m with fittings:
https://sydneytools.com.au/product/...MI7bKgr6GO7gIVw6uWCh15Qw8VEAQYBiABEgIUUfD_BwE
Edit: I'd run the 1.5" hose right to the spray bar then reduce to the 1"
Various lengths without fittings:
https://www.thornado.com.au/1.5-inch-40mm-pvc-blue-layflat-hose-lay-flat-discharge
20m with fittings:
https://sydneytools.com.au/product/...MI7bKgr6GO7gIVw6uWCh15Qw8VEAQYBiABEgIUUfD_BwE
Edit: I'd run the 1.5" hose right to the spray bar then reduce to the 1"
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Here you go try these places and find out where they have a distributor near you.
Layflat hose
https://angusflexiblepipelines.com.au/flowmasterirrigation/?gclid=CjwKCAiAouD_BRBIEiwALhJH6BzEcgv2Rz7YCnQCixflqLe_znwr66j3d3Wqrh-O-x0y8MJH3eigQRoCVokQAvD_BwE
Clear Hard suction and clear multi-purpose delivery hose
https://esdan.com.au/steel-wire-helix-suction-hose/
https://esdan.com.au/clear-multi-purpose-hose/
You can buy what ever length you need, best to keep length to manageable weight and couple together multiples if extra length is required :beer:
Layflat hose
https://angusflexiblepipelines.com.au/flowmasterirrigation/?gclid=CjwKCAiAouD_BRBIEiwALhJH6BzEcgv2Rz7YCnQCixflqLe_znwr66j3d3Wqrh-O-x0y8MJH3eigQRoCVokQAvD_BwE
Clear Hard suction and clear multi-purpose delivery hose
https://esdan.com.au/steel-wire-helix-suction-hose/
https://esdan.com.au/clear-multi-purpose-hose/
You can buy what ever length you need, best to keep length to manageable weight and couple together multiples if extra length is required :beer:
RM outback & mbasko, thank you very much.
I didnt know why I didnt think to check thornado duh, that layflat 1.5" is perfect!!
I didnt know why I didnt think to check thornado duh, that layflat 1.5" is perfect!!
The last thing I need to complete my wal's highbanker, the spaghetti mesh miners moss stuff. Bunnings only had the fine tightly woven one now.
Looked online at all my local stores, ebay and amazon, all sell the same tightly woven 'cushion' ones.
anyone have an idea on where you can find one these days?
would standard miners moss with a plastic or ribbed mat under essentially be the same thing, i saw this suggestion on another post
Looked online at all my local stores, ebay and amazon, all sell the same tightly woven 'cushion' ones.
anyone have an idea on where you can find one these days?
would standard miners moss with a plastic or ribbed mat under essentially be the same thing, i saw this suggestion on another post
