drying method

kim, I used my 6 hp shop vac to blow dry once, and I noticed dust on the car afterwards. Not to hijack the thread, but have you had this problem? I'm figuring the hose is most likely dirty, and thus the air is just pushing the diry air out onto the car. Any ideas?
Since then I've been doing what III did and just drive the car around, doesn't sound so great any more. :)
 
Good feedback from everyone. Seems like the sensus is the leaf blower route. However, using the blower might cause some dust to kick up also I think. Maybe not. Anyhow, whether I drive the vehicle around or use a blower, if there's dust on the vehicle why not use some S&W? I'm sure this would decrease the risk of any marring.
 
Have you seen the black and decker leaf blower that's cordless it has like a 18volt rechargeable battery(s) for like $69.That would be handy.
 
immaculate said:
kim, I used my 6 hp shop vac to blow dry once, and I noticed dust on the car afterwards. Not to hijack the thread, but have you had this problem? I'm figuring the hose is most likely dirty, and thus the air is just pushing the diry air out onto the car. Any ideas?
Since then I've been doing what III did and just drive the car around, doesn't sound so great any more. :)
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I only had that problem once ... found out that there was a tear in the filter. I usually let it run a few moments to blow out any sawdust or whatever might be in the hose. You also have to watch, whether you use the shop vac or leaf blower, to not blow any dirt that might be on the ground or garage floor.
 
kimwallace said:
I use my Craftsman 6 hp shop vac most of the time just because it is more convenient than dragging out my gas powered leaf blower ... both work great. If I want to get all the water out I follow up after towel drying with an air compressor blow gun. That works great for the small cracks and crevices.
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Ditto for me as well...
:yeah
 
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