ShinyRex
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I am lookig for one as well. Do you guys with the CG one feel it is sufficient to do a whole vehicle or just the small spaces?
Need a recommendation for a leaf blower
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I am lookig for one as well. Do you guys with the CG one feel it is sufficient to do a whole vehicle or just the small spaces?
BWG707
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I was looking at the small Jetspeed Air Blower also. After reading all the reviews and seeing how small it looks in someone's hands I decided to get a "full size" blower. It looks so small, I think it is actually made for blowing out smaller areas like the grill and headlights. I do think it would be very useful for alot of people since it could be used on the interior and it can vacuum as well. Maybe someone that owns one could share their thoughts on this?
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Use mine to do the entire vehicle (RX350), and adjust the speeds accordingly. It won't blow the water off as quickly as a leaf blower like the TroBuilt, but the light weight sure is easier on the arms.
As stated above, the smaller size and round vs. flat nozzle means more passes to get water off the roof. Otherwise, no problem with other areas. I also like that the nozzle is rubber, so no threat of scratching the paint if I get too close. Some one posted some months ago that they had trouble with the nozzle falling off and having to tape it on. I guess someone at the company was listening and it now has slots on the nozzle so you just slip it on and twist to lock it in place.
sparty
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I don't think Troy-Bilt makes that blower anymore. I looked for it and could not find it anywhere - maybe my internet skills suck.
HD has this: 220 mph 300 CFM Electric Blower/Vac-UT42120 at The Home Depot
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ski2
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Thought it was advisable to NOT use a gas blower like the Stihl for detailing???
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I usually do the whole vehicle with it. Granted it takes more time with it since it is small but its smaller nozzle actually concentrates more air into a smaller area so it is very good for blowing water out of mirrors and small crevices.
One thing to note is that all of my clients are wax-a-holics so their cars are aways sheeting off water and it makes air drying easier. I also use DI/RO water so I am not in a rush to get every piece of water on the car.
I see nothing wrong with getting a larger model like Bobby G. Once I get a van or truck I will have more room to fit larger tools. But for now the CG blower will do.
FUNX650
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-Why are you so sure it has to be electrical?
-Don't all blowers, no matter how they may be powered, "kick-up" pollution, dust, debris, contaminates. etc.?
Tips (If you must use an electric blower):
-Electrical appliances need to be GFCI protected.
-Extension Cords...Factors to Consider:
a. Location (blowers=indoor/outdoor);
b. Usage (blowers=heavy);
c. Jacket type (blowers=water, oil, chemical resistant)
d. Plug Type: 2, 3, or specialty (like a built-in GFCI) plugs
e. Power Rating - Ampere rating (no less than the appliance's);
f. Wire gauge (I strongly suggest 12 ga.);
g. Length (each foot length increases resistance thereby reducing the "power" to the appliance)...Measure how long your cord must be...Very inefficient to use a 100 ft cord when a 50 foot cord will do.
Good Luck with your new blower when you get it!
Bob
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The reason that it must be electrical for me is simply because I see no need in having to deal with gasoline and exhaust. As for blowing debris, I was just concerned about the blower possibly spitting out anything but after thinking more about it I assume as long as the tube is clean there will be no problems. Thanks for all the advice.
FUNX650
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{Foreword: I am sometimes amazed at the latest buzz-words/have-to-have tools.}
-It seems to me that you are concerned with "your environment".
-But are you also concerned about the 'upstream-sources' of the electrical supply, that you have for your upon-demand requests, and their environmental impact?
-Note: Because of air and noise pollution, there are communities that have banned the use of any type of leaf blowers.
-Nothing better than walking, or driving through a neighborhood and having to breathe and wear the dust being blown around by, or hearing the cacophonies of, various leaf blowers, I say.
-[There's good old fashioned leaf rakes...But, come to think of it, they may leave some micro-marring on vehicles' paint.
]-No need for my using a leaf blower for: My vehicle-drying-sessions...
I figure I put out enough hot-air to assist in my drying efforts! (BTW...Others do too.)
-Well...Back to detailing the inside of my Bubble.
Bob
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When we get pickie what about your car exhaust pipes that are turn down to the ground, they blow up dust and ect... Its all in fun.
BWG707
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I think you are trying to read too much into this. The reason I perfer electrical over gas is simply because I myself would rather plugin something instead of going to station to get smelly gas, dealing with pouring it, and then smelling and inhaling fumes. And as far as using the " have to have products" it's simply alot easier for me to use a leaf blower. It's easier on my body, I've had 3 back surgeries within the last 5 years and the leaf blower is easier than me manually drying my car. So you see all of my reasons are just selfish nothing more. Oh, there is another reason- it saves me time. I understand there are pros and cons to this and I'm in favor of the leaf blower method.{Foreword: I am sometimes amazed at the latest buzz-words/have-to-have tools.}
-It seems to me that you are concerned with "your environment".
-But are you also concerned about the 'upstream-sources' of the electrical supply, that you have for your upon-demand requests, and their environmental impact?
-Note: Because of air and noise pollution, there are communities that have banned the use of any type of leaf blowers.
-Nothing better than walking, or driving through a neighborhood and having to breathe and wear the dust being blown around by, or hearing the cacophonies of, various leaf blowers, I say.
-[There's good old fashioned leaf rakes...But, come to think of it, they may leave some micro-marring on vehicles' paint.
-No need for my using a leaf blower for: My vehicle-drying-sessions...
I figure I put out enough hot-air to assist in my drying efforts! (BTW...Others do too.)
-Well...Back to detailing the inside of my Bubble.
Bob
FUNX650
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Me reading too much into this...Probably so.
I realize that gasoline, and other fuels, do have their drawbacks; and, perhaps I shouldn't be so concerned when I hear that someone would: rather plug-in something...especially around wet areas. But, unselfishly, I am!!
So...I just hope people will use extraordinary caution when operating electrical tools wherever, and whenever, water is present.
I've seen too many folks writhing around on the ground, a death-grip on an electrical device.
Just a reminder: Afterwards...When, and if, a person feels a big thump in their chest, that's the return of the more than welcomed, rhythmic beat of the heart...once again!
Bob