This is my third purchase
"This is my third purchase of this item -- just makes moving the hose around easier especially with longer lengths and rough terrain"
Access the manual for the ELEY Quad Wheel Kit - Model 1045 to see parts included in the box, assembly diagrams, and graphic instructions for upgrading a previously-assembled reel.
Quad-Wheel Kit
Easy Conversion and Installation
This converts the ELEY 2-wheeled cart garden hose reel into the 4-wheeled model by replacing the 2-wheel model's front footpad bumper with a new bumper equipped with two additional flat-free tires. This kit also includes all necessary hardware, tire spindles, and the only tool needed for installation, a 5mm x 8mm hex-key wrench. NOTE: The kit does not work on Triton, Pro-Line, or other reel models sold before 2009.
Built for Reliable Durability
The ultra-strong 1-1/2-inch aluminum tubing frame is coated with the same durable powder-coat Spartan bronze finish as the hose reel. Two 10-inch foam-filled, flat-free tires match and complement the rear hose reel tires. Solid aluminum tire spindles, along with stainless-steel hardware, complete the components of this kit, which is backed by ELEY's industry-leading 10-year warranty.
Benefits of 4-Wheels
Stability: The two additional tires out front add another 7-1/2" to the width of the front part of the frame, making it slightly more stable than the 2-wheel model.
Mobility: The Quad-Wheel Kit allows you to maneuver the unit with a simple push/pull action, rather than the tip & push/pull action of the 2-wheel cart. However, it's important to note the quad-wheel kit does not have front wheels that swivel. To change direction, the user must slightly lift the front or back wheels to turn the unit.
Balance: There is no balancing involved with the 4-wheel model. The 2-wheel model requires you to balance the unit while pushing or pulling it to the desired location.
Frequently Asked Questions - Quad Wheel Kit
Will this work on other brands of garden hose reels?
No. It will only retrofit onto the ELEY and Rapid-Reel garden hose reel, model 1043, which has been sold from 2009 to the present.
Are replacement parts available?
Yes. All individual parts are available and sold on this website. Each part can be accessed using the Quad Wheel Kit Replacement Parts exploded view.
How much time will be required to make the conversion?
The conversion is actually quite easy and quick. If you're retrofitting the quad-wheel kit onto an already assembled model 1043 two-wheel cart hose reel, the process of removing the footpad bumper and installing the quad-wheel kit will take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on your technical ability.
Is a tool basket option available with the quad-wheel kit?
No. No tool basket option is available at this time. If one becomes available, it will be announced to our notification subscriber list. Notification sign-up is in the footer of this website.
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Overall rating: 4.923077 / 5 from 156 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Quad-Wheel Kit for the hose reel is praised for its excellent quality, ease of movement, and sturdy construction. Customers appreciate the upgrade's ease of installation and the additional stability provided by the extra wheels. The kit is also backed by outstanding customer service.
Summary topics
- Customer Service (6%): Customers keep praising the outstanding and responsive customer service provided by Eley for their products and services.
- Product Quality (20%): A significant number of customers stated that the quality of the product is excellent and unsurpassed.
- Hose Cart Durability (9%): Customers loved the sturdy and well-built hose cart that is durable and worth the price.
- Reel Mobility (8%): It was observed by customers that the reel is even more mobile and stable with the extra wheels.
- Quad-Wheel Kit Ease of Movement (11%): Customers expressed appreciation for the quad-wheel kit for the hose reel, finding it easy to move.
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Review highlights
- "Kit really makes a heavy cart very easy to move." —
- "The upgrade was very easy needing only two sizes alan wrenches and a small adjustable crescent wrench." —
- "Eley’’s quality and customer service is top notch!" —
Reviews
For my second hose reel
"My first was well-made and easy to assemble. I'm still using it. This one is for the other side of the house."
Quad Wheel kit
"Easy to install, well built. If you have a very rough yard or an area of loose and deep soil, the wheels are a bit small in diameter and will sink in the soil. For most yards that have established lawns or are weather compacted, these are fine."
Be sure to add a
"Be sure to add a wheel chock when using this as the cart rolls like a dream, almost too smoothly but is sturdy and solid."
Great Hose Reel!
"We purchased this hose reel after having another brand fail on us. We were really at the point of desperation when we found this one from Eley. It was probably more than we wanted to spend, but honestly with the 10-year no leak guarantee, we think it will definitely be worth it."
Miserable assembly required. Instead of
"Miserable assembly required. Instead of wasting money on the complex packaging (3 boxes), figure out how to assemble in one box and ship intact. I'm glad we didn't order two (2) for a discount."
Solid - No More Annual Replacement
"I researched and came across Eley because I was tired of replacing my garden sprayer bought at the big box stores annually. And although I had my big box plastic hose reel for multiple years, it was garbage. I’m at the point in my life where I want quality equipment, that works well, does what the manufacturer says it will and lasts. Eley hits the mark. The materials are all top notch and high quality. The design and construction is stellar. I have 2 Eley sprayers and one Eley quad wheel hose reel with a 125’ polyurethane hose. It’s only been a couple weeks, but I love them all. NO MORE ANNUAL REPLACEMENTS!!"
Outstanding use, makes it easy
"Outstanding use, makes it easy for use elder people to move around."
2 tires. 4 tires.
"Works better with 4 wheels. We tried with just 2. Worth the extra money"
Great hose reel - takes a bit to assemble!
"Very robust and sturdy - better than any I have purchased previously. With the wheels it is extremely easy to move around. One thing to note with the extra capacity kit is it allows a hose of up to 200 ft to fit. I would say that would be the case if you took the time to wind it very tightly - my 150 ft hose barely fits when casually winding it. This reel took me a bit of time to assemble and some of the initial parts I received were flawed and I had to request new parts. Eley quickly got the replacement parts out and got it assembled fully a few days later. All in all worth the money (as it is definitely on the pricier end for a hose reel)!"
