Can't believe I never tried this before...

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I was browsing through Lowes, came across this http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=159682-20097-93116-11 and couldn't pass it up.



After not wanting to dry via the leaf blower method and having Scott with GentleTouch laugh at me for that reason...I broke down and tried it today......I'm converted...makes life so much easier..



I even used it on the tires/wheels, which was awesome cause I could dress them right after....



Thanks for reading this useless post.....
 
Shop-Vac 16 Gallon, 6.5 Peak HP Detachable Blower Shop Vacuum

Item #: 159682

Model: 93116-11



$97.00











Tank Capacity: 16 Gallon

Horsepower: 6.5 HP

Cord Length: 18'

Powerful detachable yard blower produces up to 250 mph air velocity

Powerful 6.5 peak horsepower super quiet motor

Large color coded easy on/off switch

Oversized tank drain reduces clogging and empties tank quickly

8’ Positive Lock Onâ„¢ hose system eliminates unexpected disconnects

Deluxe rear accessory basket keeps tools organized

Includes high performance cartridge filter for wet or dry pick up

100% Satisfaction guaranteed NO-HASSLE 5 year warranty

With concentrator nozzle attached

18’ Power cord with storage prevents tangled cord

Made in U.S.A.
 
I have an electric leaf blower....what's wrong with that? The gas ones can get exhaust residue on your paint as they often put the exhaust into the airstream.



And..what's the big deal about zip codes? The site asks for that so that they can direct you to the closest store.
 
I have the rigid version of that vac and LOVE it! I have the same small craftsman as Scott for when I am mobile, but still bring the detachable blower with me.
 
~One man’s opinion / observations ~



I'm still amazed that a company would advertise a vacuum size by the number of amps it pulls, or the rating of its motor in HP. Vacuum is rated / measured in inches water gauge (in how much it can 'lift' a static column of water in a U-tube) also called static lift. The only companies I’ve seen that state vacuum lift is Metro (95�) and Ninja Extractor (105�)



~Hope this helps~



Experience unshared; is knowledge wasted…/ Jon

justadumbarchitect * so I question everything *
 
I type in zip codes that are not my own all the time with sites like that and when annoying callers ask for a deceased relative I've been known to just give them the phone number of the cemetary ;)
 
I have that same vac as well and always use it now for blowing off the H20..really helps in the cracks... :xyxthumbs



TC

:cool:
 
SouthernZ71 said:
I was browsing through Lowes, came across this http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=159682-20097-93116-11 and couldn't pass it up.



After not wanting to dry via the leaf blower method and having Scott with GentleTouch laugh at me for that reason...I broke down and tried it today......I'm converted...makes life so much easier..



I even used it on the tires/wheels, which was awesome cause I could dress them right after....



Thanks for reading this useless post.....
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I cannot agree more. I discovered this a year ago and have never looked back. Gets all the water out from under the door handles, bumpers, etc. Also, makes quick work of water on tires and rims, they need only be finished off with a cotton towel like the rest of the vehicle. Probably cuts drying time by over 50% easily.
 
I asked before...I guess it was missed.



What's the difference between a leaf blower and a vacuum for helping dry the car? I understand how it helps to blow out the grille, lights, wheels...but why the vac instead of the leaf blower? I use an electric leaf blower all the time, especially on the Viper.



It would seem to me that using the vacuum could cause old debris from inside the hose to get on the car, etc.
 
I have one too, the same product. Used it once to dry the car.

The big blue towel was enough for me but now I will use it since I am applying product on the paint again.
 
Matt M said:
I asked before...I guess it was missed.



What's the difference between a leaf blower and a vacuum for helping dry the car? I understand how it helps to blow out the grille, lights, wheels...but why the vac instead of the leaf blower? I use an electric leaf blower all the time, especially on the Viper.



It would seem to me that using the vacuum could cause old debris from inside the hose to get on the car, etc.
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The vac I have is detachable, so when detached it is the same as an electric blower.
 
This is the fight I have with my cousin.If your car has enough wax on it after you rinse it with cold water VERY little water is left on.A quick wipe with the WW and your done Another 16x16 in your pocket to do the door jams andrims and your finished.I see my cousin blowing out his car and it takes longer.THIS IS MY OPINION
 
ALAN81 said:
This is the fight I have with my cousin.If your car has enough wax on it after you rinse it with cold water VERY little water is left on.A quick wipe with the WW and your done Another 16x16 in your pocket to do the door jams andrims and your finished.I see my cousin blowing out his car and it takes longer.THIS IS MY OPINION
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I wash with NXT (which I feel helps to sheet the water off), then rinse with a steady stream using the "chase" method, then dry with WWMF. Next I dry the door jambs, the inside of the trunk, and the engine compartment with MF.



After I dry the areas I use the blower to chase the water out of the side mirrors, moldings, headlights, tail lights, badges, trunk moldings, wheels/tires, etc.



I find that if I don't do this even if the car sits over night in the summer, upon driving I will get water running ot of these crevices.



Of course I usually just avoid all of this by using QEW.
 
Matt M said:
What's the difference between a leaf blower and a vacuum for helping dry the car? I understand how it helps to blow out the grille, lights, wheels...but why the vac instead of the leaf blower? I use an electric leaf blower all the time, especially on the Viper.



It would seem to me that using the vacuum could cause old debris from inside the hose to get on the car, etc.
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For a little more clarification, I have the exact same Shop Vac as the one linked in the first post. When you want to use it as a leaf blower, the motor assembly detaches from the tank and you just hold the motor in your hand. When you attach a tube to it to direct the airflow, you're actually attaching it the the exhaust of the motor. So the airflow doesn't switch directions or anything, and you're not blowing air out of a hose that was previously used for suction or anything like that.



John
 
Matt M said:
What's the difference between a leaf blower and a vacuum for helping dry the car? I understand how it helps to blow out the grille, lights, wheels...but why the vac instead of the leaf blower? I use an electric leaf blower all the time, especially on the Viper.



It would seem to me that using the vacuum could cause old debris from inside the hose to get on the car, etc.
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No difference it's just 1 machine to carry around as opposed to 2...



I had the same apprehensions and like I said GentleTouch (Scott) laughed at me! (nice guy, right);) Anyhow, I had no problems with debris cause it's on the exhaust side....
 
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