Waterport GB *CLOSED-Moved to new thread*

Pumped it up again to 40 psi without refilling it. Ran for another 55 seconds before I ran out of water. All in all I'm content with it, the design is the best it can be without a represurizing system - honestly there is nothing you can do about that. I emptied it in about 3 minutes with the setting I was on with my nozzle. I'm sure I could have milked it for more with a less flowing setting.

Notes:
- don't get the waterport sticker wet...
- mine did not come with a sprayer nozzle
- water does back flow up the Schrader valve into the pump so be quick with it
- when filling through the top port (without a hose) make sure to let air come out or you'll big the fill

 

If you attached a compressor hose that had a pressure regulator, you could run a repressurizing system in this tank.

I got the waterport sticker wet immediately, bye-bye

try filling through the side/end. tip the unit so it's vertical with the schrader valve on the bottom, fill through that hole, it's a bit larger so the tank can vent as you're filling. Also it seems like you can get a more complete fill with this method

 

The visible inflating of the center of the container at 42 psi




Just noticed the second valve coming off the splitter leaks when closed... Found out the hard way when I walked away from it and now I have about half the container all over the basement floor.

 

Bottom Line: Not as advertised or anywhere close to it.

Best I see here is the test @Bruce988jl did. He got 1.75 minutes then re-pressurized and got another 55 seconds using his own nozzle. This is not 5 showers. Sorry guys.

 

Hey guys sorry, I'm at Disneyland so trying not to look at my phone to keep the girlfriend happy. I'm gunna have Adrian either go on my account or make one because like I've mentioned I haven't received mine yet so I really wish I could give you hands on answers but all
I'm doing is screenshoting your posts and sending it to him.

Please try calling him again and texting. I'm gunna send him all your posts.

Be patient with me as I do not plan to be a maholo taco and just bail on this.

As for the missing hose that's messed up and I would totally text him and let him know what happened.

 

Please enjoy your vacation. You dont have to take responsibility for this. Sellers Job. Aloha, Rob

 

Hey guys Adrian said tomorrow he'll help everyone band refund anyone is necessary. For now I would text him with your problem and name and order number so he can get to you.

 

Thanks man, just bummed this is happening. Really wish I would've got mine first so I could test it and all.

I think with him being a one man operation I'm sure quality and trying to get the product out fast was a problem but I truest don't know

 

Rule #1 - keep the girlfriend happy.

Overall I'm content with the unit, minus the missing sprayer nozzle and the leaking valve which I hope Adrian is willing to fix. The concept isn't perfect but it'll do for what its designed for. In the end you cannot expect a container this small to keep constant water pressure without re-pumping it. Its impossible, you'd need to pressurize it to a much higher pressure in order to burn through the whole tank in one run and its clear with my expansion of a full tank at 40psi that it wouldn't take it.

Ideally if you want to make this thing flow at constant pressure without re-pressurizing it rig it to a constant duty pump with a kill switch to keep it at a consistent 40psi. Run the nozzle at a light fan spray to minimize water usage and you'll be all set. (Looks like you guys can already tell what I'm going to use the waterport for, it's an awesome reservoir for what I need).

 

I mean it works perfectly for what I need....

...I'll fill it with beer and then charge it with CO2.

 

You just blew my mind. You sir are a genius.

 

go with a nice german helles, those things are great at ambient temp and are easy to drink in the multi-gallon denomination.

 

I want what he's having!

 

currently

 

Yeah bummer the advertisement on these is touted so highly. I have emailed as well waiting for a response

 

Yeah the advertising is stretching it pretty hardcore.

Here is my opinion on it.

First impressions is a well built, well packaged unit.
The overall fit and finish is very well, all the threads are good, seals are good, and the pieces of hardware are not cheap ones that will break easily.

I filled it with the hose per the instructions and ran water through it first, then I made sure it was completely empty and refilled it. Without checking pressure with a gauge, I was able to use the shower function on the nozzle to have a good steady pressure for about 45 seconds and then it dipped to pretty low pressure and then dipped hard to where there is no pressure with the shower function at about the 1 minute, 15 second mark.

The shower function to me uses up the most water the quickest so this is understandable. Could I get 3 showers out of it, yes, possibly if I really conserved. Could I wash dishes for a an extended camping trip, yes, easily. Both? Ehhh maybe

But for what it is advertised to do. It is really stretching it on that front. I think it is a well thought out product and will be useful for camping when I may need to do a quick rinse or wash something off.

So do I think I wasted money on this product? Not really, but would have liked for it to have been able to do more of what it was advertised to do.

 

I'm at the beach waiting for the sun to go down. Should have some field test results in an hour or so.

 

Hi everyone this is Adrian from the waterport I thought it would be best I chime in. First thing, you cannot exceed 50psi when pressurizing. Second the tank needs to be in the upright position to work correctly. Also make sure your home pressure from your hose has optimal pressure(80psi). Do not worry about knowing when the tank is full, the pressure regulator will shit off once full. I know some of you are concerned that 5 showers is not feasible. With 3.3 gallons the goal is to save water. When I state 5 showers I mean 5-10 second rinses per shower. The shower nozzle is the fastest way to depleate all water. I suggest other patterns on the nozzle as it helps save water. You should not have to use a pump if you fill with your home hose. Once full all water will be released from the tank(there will always be a very small amount Left in the tank). The tank is meant to expand, do not be worried the regulator will keep it at optimal pressure. Once full and in use the pressure will decrease as you use it. If anyone is unhappy with the product I have no problem giving a full refund. I will be answering all emails by this evening. I'm here to help out with any questions!

 

got approved on a house.,... all my money is going into it <_< sorry

 

Upright as in? Standing on end? Also when you mention not needing to use a pump to repressurize but say it loses pressure over time do you mean it is supposed to lose substantial pressure over the use to a trickle?