leaf blower ?
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Racer
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From: manahawkin,nj
leaf blower ?
Like to buy a leaf blower to dry my new black coupe need some advice.Want battery or electric,light weight,reasonable cost and how many mph necessary to do the job.
TIA Jerry
TIA Jerry
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From: Newark DE
I use a LB to dry my cars all the time.
I prefer electric as they tend to be more powerful and also don't have to worry about the battery going down, etc.
Other than that no real preference on makes or models.
Just shop around at Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, etc and see what is available. Something as lightweight as possible is good as it makes it easier to handle and look for models that have the higher MPH wind force. I think mine was advertised at the time at 210mph. I have no idea if it's really that fast or even half that fast but it works well. It's a Toro SuperBlowerVac but I've had it for 11 or 12 years now so don't even know if that model is still made.
I prefer electric as they tend to be more powerful and also don't have to worry about the battery going down, etc.
Other than that no real preference on makes or models.
Just shop around at Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, etc and see what is available. Something as lightweight as possible is good as it makes it easier to handle and look for models that have the higher MPH wind force. I think mine was advertised at the time at 210mph. I have no idea if it's really that fast or even half that fast but it works well. It's a Toro SuperBlowerVac but I've had it for 11 or 12 years now so don't even know if that model is still made.
Racer
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From: Dallas TX
Definitely do electric. I have a Toro - got it for about $60 at Lowes a few years back. Works great. Never would go back to towels!!
Gas blowers have a tendency to choke or have problems if you turn them on their sides or upside down. The electrics you are free to position it anyway you want it! I usually use mine upside down because it has a front and rear handle.
Gas blowers have a tendency to choke or have problems if you turn them on their sides or upside down. The electrics you are free to position it anyway you want it! I usually use mine upside down because it has a front and rear handle.
Drifting
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From: Fairview TX
I use a Weed Eater Barracuda #2595. The thing I like is that the nozzle isn't very long so you can use a microfiber towel along with it. The tip has 3 holes in the end and the air velocity is really strong. It's a pretty well balanced unit. I got it when I purchased an AirWand.
Toro's are usually some of the highest rated leaf blowers - my personal preference was that I couldn't modify the nozzle and make it any shorter but they are excellent.
Toro's are usually some of the highest rated leaf blowers - my personal preference was that I couldn't modify the nozzle and make it any shorter but they are excellent.
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From: South Florida
I have the B/D Leaf Hawg with over 200 mph winds. Blows the kids down the block and all water off the finish too. (slight humor added). It is electric and found it at Home Depot for less than 50.00 last Xmas. You could certainly also consider the Metro Vac/Blower systems which are often suggested but initial outlay will be a bit more.
http://www.autogeek.net/metvaccleanc.html
http://www.autogeek.net/metvaccleanc.html
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It should have worked pretty well. Make sure to use the attachment that tunnels it down to a smaller outlet. Certain waxes and sealants (and often application/reapplication) will help also.
Racer
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For those using leaf blowers, how do you combat the itttttttsy bitttttttttttsy water spots left behind? The blower blows off quite nicely, but it's like the wind or something causes some microscopic portions of it to spot-dry as it's flying off.
Former Vendor
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From: South Florida
spritz each panel with a detailing spray or spray wax and wipe lightly in a straight line. Detail spray will add enough lubrication to avoid swirls and remove any water spots too. Most even add some additional glossing agents or wax.
Drifting
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From: Fairview TX
My leaf blower has a very short tube so I'm able to hold it in one hand and a MF towel in the other.
