Eley Quad-Wheel Kit, item 1045
Eley Quad-Wheel Kit, back view
Eley Quad-Wheel Kit assembled to make 1043Q, picture includes polyurethane hose and professional spray nozzle gun

Quad-Wheel Kit

SKU: 1045
$94.49

144 reviews
  • This kit converts the ELEY® two-wheel cart garden hose reel (Models 1043 and 1043X) into a 4-wheel cart.
  • Will fit on any ELEY® or Rapid-Reel™ 2-wheel cart sold from May 2009 to present.
The estimated restock date for this item is Friday, July 3rd.
Dimensions
Assembly & Installation Manual
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ELEY Model 1043Q Four-Wheel Garden Hose Reel Cart dimensions
ELEY Model 1043QX Four-Wheel Garden Hose Reel Cart dimensions

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.

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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: 4.9444447 / 5 from 144 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%
  • Product Quality: 20%
  • Hose Cart Durability: 9%
  • Reel Mobility: 8%
  • Quad-Wheel Kit Ease of Movement: 11%

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Review highlights

  • "Kit really makes a heavy cart very easy to move." — Johnnie W.
  • "The upgrade was very easy needing only two sizes alan wrenches and a small adjustable crescent wrench." — Richard S.
  • "Eley’’s quality and customer service is top notch!" — John S.

Reviews

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)!"

— Darrell R. (5/5)

Nice quality, solid wheel set.

"Solid construction, easy to follow assembly instructions. Stays is place when rolling/unrolling hose. Kind of a waste to supply the stand assembly when ordering the extra wheel kit."

— Dan T. (5/5)

Awesome product!

"Bought the 4 wheel hose reel & this was part of it. Solid & built like a tank! Pretty sure it will last the rest of my life."

— Donnie B. (5/5)

A Great Upgrade

"I decided to give my original Eley cart and upgrade and make it 4WD. This was very easy to install and no moves a bit easier since I added the additional hose kit and a longer hose. As with all Eley products they are high quality and designed to last a lifetime."

— Ross S. (5/5)

Spectacular

"Loved the hose reel. 2 years old. Hated that it tipped. Added the second set of wheels and . . . perfection."

— Frank (5/5)

quality hose reel

"The Quad Wheel kit is nice. We did not receive all the parts all at once, but we have it all put together and we are happy."

— Kendra S. (5/5)

Excellent Accessory

"Same quality as hose reel, easy to install"

— Bradford D. (5/5)

Installation took all of 10

"Installation took all of 10 minutes. It made handling (for me) a lot easier. Thank you."

— John R. (5/5)

Best in class

"Excellent product"

— Thomas M. (5/5)

Solid purchase

"Great addition to hose reel"

— Curtis C. (5/5)

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