3/4" Quick Disconnect and Shut Off Valve DIY

I was ran across this thread on another detailing forum regarding a DIY Shut-Off Valve.
Intrigued, I read it, and with some readily available parts at the local Home Depot/Lowes, I was able to build myself one with a 3/4" internal diameter for increased flow. Not that I'm trying to get to pressure washer levels or anything, just a fun little DIY "just because it's cooler".

Plus it looks and feels MANLY.

The Quick Disconnects were ordered from Eley. They weren't cheap, but they are cool.

Old Quick Disconnect & Shut Off Valve assembly - Was shocked to see the small diameter of the units I bought from Lowe's a few years ago. I thought they were all the same. No wonder it took forever to fill up my buckets...



New Shut Off Vaqlve with 3/4" diameter



3/4" Quick Disconnect diameter



New vs Old Male Quick Disconnects



Quick Disconnect + Shutoff Valve Assembly
When all is said and done, this beast of a shut off valve comes with a built-in hook to hang on the side of your bucket or cart.
Noticeably more flow for sure. Buckets fill up quicker, nozzles have more kickback when first turned on than before.



Here is the original thread where I got the information from:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/77658-diy-full-flow-brass-garden-hose-shut-off-valve.html

 

I just ordered the Eley quick disconnects along with two extra plugs. I cannot wait to give them a try.