Car Drying w Leaf Blower ?
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Le Mans Master
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From: "Nowhere Man"
St. Jude Donor '13-'14-'15-'16-'17-'18-'19-'20-'21-'22
Car Drying w Leaf Blower ?
I've been reading alot of people use leaf blowers to dry their cars. I like that idea. My question is, since I'll be using this just for the car, what size should I buy. I've seen 140 MPH all the way to 250 MPH. These blowers are electric, and the higher the MPH the bigger and heavier the unit, so I don't want overkill. Any suggestions. Thanks
Melting Slicks
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From: New Port Richey Florida
Get the electric Black & Decker BV4000 at Lowe's. It's rated at 230 MPH, weighs just 8 lbs and is only 69.97. I have it as well as a few other members on the forum and it works great for drying vehicles. 
Here's a link for you
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...4649-70-BV4000
Here's a link for you
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...4649-70-BV4000
Safety Car
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From: Lewes DE
Toro 51591 - 215 mph, 7.3 pounds, electric. Had mine for about 1 year now, very happy with it. A great aid to detailing. I'd suggest you get something 200 mph or above. Sure would not consider anything that is over 9 pounds, when such good units like this are availlable at lower weight. It does get heavy when you're holding it over your head.
- $60. at sears.com
- $60. at sears.com
Le Mans Master
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I use a 225 MPH Toro. It cost about $50 at Lowes, is pretty light and works great.
I blow dry the car and then get the last few drops with a waffle weave towel. The whole process takes about 10 minutes.
I blow dry the car and then get the last few drops with a waffle weave towel. The whole process takes about 10 minutes.
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This is the model I've been using for the last 2 years or so. I wouldn't dry a car any other way! 
Just a tip though... Make sure you have a good coat of wax or sealant on your paint, that'll make the water blow off so much faster.
Just a tip though... Make sure you have a good coat of wax or sealant on your paint, that'll make the water blow off so much faster.
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From: "Nowhere Man"
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Thanks to all. Picked up the Toro 51591 yesterday. Had a $10 off Sears coupon. $49.95. Can't wait for the weather to warm up.
Safety Car
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From: Lewes DE
you got a good deal.I used to think there was something wrong with these guys that would blow the car dry, but once you start doing it, you'll never go back. It's a big help. Still have to go over it very briefly with a ww towel and my Z8 to finish up. But this takes all the hassle out of it, and prevents the drips from my mirrors.
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Melting Slicks
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I bought a Toro variable speed at Home Depot rated at 225mph. At first I thought it was a PTA to use, then I got the hang of it. It now not only saves time but with less wiping I get less swirls.
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You still have to use a microfiber or California water blade in addition to blower otherwise you will be blowing for at least one hour.
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All you guys that have to use a towel after use of the blower, Guess What? Your choice of wax is probably "NOT TO GOOD" I have Rejex on my car and my wife's SUV and I can blow them both dry in no time. With the Rejex wax on them, the water fly's off with "zero" spots left on the car. By the way, I don't work for or sell Rejex, just a happy customer...
Team Owner
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All you guys that have to use a towel after use of the blower, Guess What? Your choice of wax is probably "NOT TO GOOD" I have Rejex on my car and my wife's SUV and I can blow them both dry in no time. With the Rejex wax on them, the water fly's off with "zero" spots left on the car. By the way, I don't work for or sell Rejex, just a happy customer...
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From: Geneva, IL Bring back the Chief!
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How about that! Why didn't I think of this?
I've got this big baby: Husqvarna Gas Powered Backpack Blower. Cost me $250.
Use it for all kinds of stuff besides blowing tons of leaves. Guess now I've got a new use.
Goodbye California blade and chamois.............
I've got this big baby: Husqvarna Gas Powered Backpack Blower. Cost me $250.
Use it for all kinds of stuff besides blowing tons of leaves. Guess now I've got a new use.
Goodbye California blade and chamois.............