What vacuum do you use?

**cmw6300** · 04-01-2007, 08:59 AM

I have been looking around lately, and was wondering what kind of vacuum you guys use in your detailing. I`ve heard mention of using a shop vac, but then I saw the one on the autopia site with all of the attachments. I was just wanting to know what all of the professionals out there are using.

**a.k.a. Patrick** · 04-01-2007, 10:45 AM

I use a Rigid (From Home Depot) 6 Gal, 2.5 HP. Perfect accessory for me. Great draw, and affordable. I use all 1.25" attachments.

**kpagel** · 04-01-2007, 12:02 PM

I use a Rigid model, I believe its 4 gallons and 5hp. It cost something like $70 and comes with a hose and a few attatchments. You also have the option of buying a $20 accessory kit which includes another hose and even more attatchments. Its a great little vacuum, with lots of suction, and very portable.

**BigAl3** · 04-01-2007, 12:18 PM

WD4050 / 69.97 @ home depot

**kpagel** · 04-01-2007, 12:20 PM

Thats the one! Thanks Allen.

**brwill2005** · 04-01-2007, 12:38 PM

I have a Wap/Alto SQ-15. Although it is expensive, it is well worth it in my opinion. This is especially true if it is going to see daily commercial use. It is powerful, but the most useful feature is that it is very quiet. This is not only better for the user, but reduces noise pollution that can irritate people.

**AMDin93103** · 04-01-2007, 12:53 PM

I picked up a Festool CT Mini after looking at the Alto WAP and a few other commercial units. The deciding factor was their West Coast HQ/Repair Facility is 15 minutes from my house. Six or eight months of usage and I haven`t regretted the purchase for one second. Powerful, extremely quiet and compact. German made. . . that`s important right?!

**LeadingEdgeDetail** · 04-01-2007, 12:54 PM

Come on... If you`re gonna get a vacuum, get one that`ll never be not enough!

Its only $149.99 or $159.99 for the biggest, most powerful Ridgid available. 6.5hp shopvac will suck pine needles, pet hair, anything.

I am in love with my 6.0hp Ridgid,

**AMDin93103** · 04-01-2007, 12:58 PM

Originally Posted by brwill2005

I have a Wap/Alto SQ-15.

Whoa! Do you have a link to that specific model? That vac must mean serious business, figuratively speaking.

Originally Posted by brwill2005

This is especially true if it is going to see daily commercial use. It is powerful, but the most useful feature is that it is very quiet. This is not only better for the user, but reduces noise pollution that can irritate people.

:up

Couldn`t agree more. Additionally, I enjoy being able to hear a potential client speak "hello" rather than yell "HEY!" to get my attention.

**Roger V** · 04-01-2007, 01:24 PM

Rigid WD4050. I think its pretty quiet.

**brwill2005** · 04-01-2007, 01:42 PM

The SQ-15 is not made anymore. It think the SQ-10 and 15 had the same motor. There may have been one even smaller with the same motor. I have not had one issue since I purchase it over three years ago.

**Pats300zx** · 04-01-2007, 04:18 PM

5 Gallon Rigid for me. I love it.

**see_otter** · 04-01-2007, 08:36 PM

This is what I use:

RIGID 4550 PROPACK

Pro Hose Upgrade.. Well worth the extra money!

Jeremy

**Louis** · 04-01-2007, 09:07 PM

WAP & ALTO SQ. I forget the #s but they are most likely 10 gallon models. Expensive but quite, powerful and 1st class design and construction. Spike, our 3 year old Bull Mastiff loves to be vacuumed. And they are also suitable as a detailing vac and a shop vac