leaf blower - close call
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I use my compressor and a trigger blow gun.....
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What a freak thing to happen. Sure glad the car and you were not hurt.
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recomends drying the car with a leaf blower
i had the same thought as you
but now it is the only way i dry mine
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Wow, glad it turned out ok...
You can buy a new impeller from this company. Start here to find your model and part number. Quick service too. About $10-$12 + shipping.
Don
You can buy a new impeller from this company. Start here to find your model and part number. Quick service too. About $10-$12 + shipping.
Don
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I've used the leaf blower but switched to a "California Water Blade" Silicone Water Squeegee and that works fine. Just a little cleanup with the micro fibre towel. Faster than the blower and I don't have to screw with the dam extension cord.
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wheeew!
"Dragged out the old towels after that."
I assume the towels were to wipe the sweat from your forehead? Or perhaps to clean up after something else you might have left "behind."
s'noJob
I assume the towels were to wipe the sweat from your forehead? Or perhaps to clean up after something else you might have left "behind."
s'noJob
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