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    What about this to dry a car?

    Does anyone use a Makita blower or something similar? Don`t know how it compares to dry cars with the McKee`s blower, because they don`t list spec`s.

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    The Makita Blower (model UB1103) is a go-to tool for fast clean upon the jobsite or in the workshop. The Blower is powered by a 6.8 AMP motor with a variable speed control dial and trigger with lock-on for added convenience. With a maximum air speed of 203 MPH and a maximum air volume of 145 CFM, you’ll get faster clean-ups. The blower can also be used as a vacuum; simply move the nozzle to the vacuum port and connect the dust bag.

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    • Variable speed control dial and trigger (0-16,000 RPM) for increased performance
    • Maximum air volume of 145 cfm for faster clean up in larger areas
    • Two tools in one; quickly converts to a vacuum for added versatility
    • Ergonomic handle designed for increased operator comfort
    • Large trigger with conveniently located lock-on button
    • Compact design at only 18-7/8” long
    • Weighs only 4.3 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
    • Unique design provides easier storage in a self-standing position
    • Includes large dust bag for vacuum mode
    • Ideal for job site, residential and general clean up

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    • AMPS : 6.8
    • Max. Air Volume : 145 CFM
    • Max. Air Velocity : 203 MPH
    • No Load Speed (variable speed) : 0 - 16,000 RPM
    • Overall Length : 18-7/8"
    • Net Weight : 4.3 lbs.


    • AMPS (120V) : 6.8
    • Blower Type : Handheld
    • Power Type : Corded
    • Shipping Weight : 6.6 lbs.
    • UPC Code : 088381-658331
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    I think the burning question will be does it produce Filtered Air?
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by SGM2008 View Post
    I think the burning question will be does it produce Filtered Air?

    Many use leaf blowers to dry and they don`t have filtered air.

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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    This is very similar to specs and size to my Craftsman blower that does a fine job. Because it has a round blower opening it would be easy to build and adapter to attach a vacuum hose that makes it much easier to use with more control.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by pwaug View Post
    This is very similar to specs and size to my Craftsman blower that does a fine job. Because it has a round blower opening it would be easy to build and adapter to attach a vacuum hose that makes it much easier to use with more control.
    I was thinking the same thing about trying a hose to have more control.

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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by mikejames View Post
    Many use leaf blowers to dry and they don`t have filtered air.
    I agree 100% and I`ve used mine here and there. I know in the past, the fact that the Master Blaster has filtered air is always brought up when compared to a conventional leaf blower.

    Right now, I`m loving those PFM Towels at Advance Auto Parts you brought to our attention a few weeks back
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    I`m pretty sure they used to sell that blower over at Autogeek. It has a rubber nozzle which makes it good for our purposes.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by SGM2008 View Post
    I agree 100% and I`ve used mine here and there. I know in the past, the fact that the Master Blaster has filtered air is always brought up when compared to a conventional leaf blower.

    Right now, I`m loving those PFM Towels at Advance Auto Parts you brought to our attention a few weeks back
    Love those PFM towels too, they work great. I think I have 10 of the PFM towels now in different sizes. Thinking about the blower to use to dry the cracks and crevices, wheels, grills, blowing into mirrors, ect where all the water hides after you dry with a towel.

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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    I have the battery powered version. It does well for blowing emblems, cracks, etc, but pushing water off of large panels is not its strength.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by EXPDetailing View Post
    I have the battery powered version. It does well for blowing emblems, cracks, etc, but pushing water off of large panels is not its strength.
    I agree, tho in my coated car it does a pretty good job of pushing What`s left of the water away.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by Setec Astronomy View Post
    I`m pretty sure they used to sell that blower over at Autogeek. It has a rubber nozzle which makes it good for our purposes.
    +1. I was just about to comment on the rubber tip being a big plus over the hard plastic tips found on conventional left blowers. I also don`t think filtered air is as important on something like a leaf blower vs a master blaster - for example, the master blaster rolls around on the ground and needs a filter because it has a great chance of sucking in debris > sand blasting your paint. Where as a holding a leaf blower means it`s a few feet up and away from anything that could be sucked in and blasted out.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    I have a battery powered blower that I use on my grills, around the lights, bumpers, wheels, bed of the truck, pretty much any tight place where the water can sit. I hated doing my truck/car and going for my first drive after wash and seeing a small bead of water running up the hood/panel. This pretty much eliminates that problem.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    The cheapie leaf-blower that came with my AirWand has a filter. Looks like they only sell the AirWand by itself now (no blower) though...Eh, I look at the Makita 1103 and think it needs both a filter and an AirWand attached to it. I`d pass, but that`s just me.
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    Quote Originally Posted by mikejames View Post
    Many use leaf blowers to dry and they don`t have filtered air.
    I put a nick in my paint when my leaf blower sucked up a seedling floating in the air. Probably one in a million chance of happening but it did. I have the Master Blaster now and haven`t looked back.

    Just my $.02
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    Re: What about this to dry a car?

    The weather`s getting nice, so I`ll be goin` over to the coin op. for pressure washes.
    A battery powered blower in my trunk, would be perfect.
    With DIY filter or screen.
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