Master Blaster
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Racer
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From: Louisville Kentucky
Master Blaster
Not only does it work well on getting the water off of my C7 but it's great for blowing dry snow off my other cars as well!
Last edited by Specracer; Feb 19, 2015 at 03:54 PM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Prosper, TX
I had one I used for the C6. I really wasn't all that impressed as it didn't save much (if any) time over using a microfiber towel. I also ended up blowing water into the tail light housing - not good. Was better suited for my motorcycles with all the nooks and crannies.
Burning Brakes
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From: Cincinnati OH
I had one I used for the C6. I really wasn't all that impressed as it didn't save much (if any) time over using a microfiber towel. I also ended up blowing water into the tail light housing - not good. Was better suited for my motorcycles with all the nooks and crannies.
Burning Brakes
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Isn't faster, I agree but if your car's black like mine, time is secondary to the benefits of touch free drying that gets all the water out. I also have a CR Spotless deionized water system.
I was miffed when the microfiber detail towels I love for my marina blue 67 C2 and my Azurro California Blue Carrera left lint on my black Z51. Just another day in the life of owning a black car
I was miffed when the microfiber detail towels I love for my marina blue 67 C2 and my Azurro California Blue Carrera left lint on my black Z51. Just another day in the life of owning a black car
Race Director
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From: Ft Lauderdale
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For me nothing beats a korean waffle weave drying towel. One 24 x 30" towel does the whole car. I do use a leaf blower on the wheels, with their nooks and crannies, then dry with the towel...
Safety Car
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Greer, SC
I find the Master Blaster does save me time over drying by hand. I have a system and can move very quickly from the top down. I don't persoanlly like the leaf blower idea as there is no filter and shooting small items at my paint at high speed is not ideal.
I also have found that anything that touches a black car has the potential to scratch. Not touching my paint when drying is my preferred method to dry. YMMV
I also have found that anything that touches a black car has the potential to scratch. Not touching my paint when drying is my preferred method to dry. YMMV
Drifting
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Leaf blower to get the bulk of the water off the surfaces and out of the door jams, hood and truck seals and wheels then waffle weave microfiber as a final wipe. Been doing it that way for as long as I can remember.
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Burning Brakes
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I find the Master Blaster does save me time over drying by hand. I have a system and can move very quickly from the top down. I don't persoanlly like the leaf blower idea as there is no filter and shooting small items at my paint at high speed is not ideal.
I also have found that anything that touches a black car has the potential to scratch. Not touching my paint when drying is my preferred method to dry. YMMV
I also have found that anything that touches a black car has the potential to scratch. Not touching my paint when drying is my preferred method to dry. YMMV
Burning Brakes
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From: Mount Dora, FL
What I like about the Master Balster is none of that #$%! dripping out of the mirrors, front grill and and rear area near the plate.
I will say it was a splurge when I bought it and I'm not sure I would do it again.
I will say it was a splurge when I bought it and I'm not sure I would do it again.
Racer
Joined: Jan 2015
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From: Millsboro, Delaware
Isn't faster, I agree but if your car's black like mine, time is secondary to the benefits of touch free drying that gets all the water out. I also have a CR Spotless deionized water system.
I was miffed when the microfiber detail towels I love for my marina blue 67 C2 and my Azurro California Blue Carrera left lint on my black Z51. Just another day in the life of owning a black car
I was miffed when the microfiber detail towels I love for my marina blue 67 C2 and my Azurro California Blue Carrera left lint on my black Z51. Just another day in the life of owning a black car
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: North Haven, CT
I currently have the mini Master Blaster sidekick and think it's great for taking the bulk water off the car and drying the wheels and crevices (lights, mirrors, etc). If I do it right, I can usually get away with just one waffle weave towel to dry the car after using it. Compared to 2-3 towels needed if I don't blow the car first. ... couldn't help it... my serious question is, does anyone have experience with both the sidekick and the real deal? With the big Master Blaster, will there still be some water residue on the paint that will require towel drying? Or can you 100% dry the car with it?
Thank you!
... couldn't help it... my serious question is, does anyone have experience with both the sidekick and the real deal? With the big Master Blaster, will there still be some water residue on the paint that will require towel drying? Or can you 100% dry the car with it?Thank you!
Racer
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Wickliffe OH
Time to dry is about the same a little quicker with the "Blaster". The huge benefit is not dragging a towel across the surface and removing a little of the wax and or causing swirl marks, and all of the other benefits already listed.
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Racer
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From: Louisville Kentucky
Instructor
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From: Sinking Spring PA
I love my Master Blaster....
I have the:
Metro Master Blaster 8hp Revolution with 30 foot hose
Swivel wheels, 2 speeds and the 30 foot hose sealed the deal. I have a wall hanger and just pull out the hose off the rack for drying my (3) vehicles.
Everybody has an opinion, this one is mine.
Donald
I have the:
Metro Master Blaster 8hp Revolution with 30 foot hose
Swivel wheels, 2 speeds and the 30 foot hose sealed the deal. I have a wall hanger and just pull out the hose off the rack for drying my (3) vehicles.
Everybody has an opinion, this one is mine.
Donald
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From: Arizona
CORRECTED: Got mine for a cool $288 shipped.
Used it a few times to include blowing out the garage. Sure beats sweeping out the garage!!
Used it a few times to include blowing out the garage. Sure beats sweeping out the garage!!
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Pro
Joined: Feb 2014
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From: Sherman Oaks CA
That's a good deal. I've never seen them under $300. I just use one of cheap small ones from Chemical Guys to blow the water out of the difficult water collecting areas and use a towel for the bulk of the car. It's amazing how much water the C7 likes to hide especially in the rear end.
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Racer
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From: Louisville Kentucky
I have this identical setup and I imagine if there was a loss in velocity it would be miniscule and you would never be able to tell! They aren't cheap but I have used it for several jobs besides blowing water off the car and especially drying the wheels!