Metro Sidekick vs Chemical Guys VX6

**OTSDetail** · 01-15-2016, 05:03 PM

Anyone have any opinions for either? Looking to pick one up.

Tired of using waffle weaves to dry vehicles. I've always wanted the sidekick due to the compactness of it, but the short cord is a negative. Not a huge deal since I can use an extension cord anyways, but still a negative.

The VX6, however, has a longer cord, adjustable speed settings (not a huge deal), and is a better price overall. Currently on sale for $45.

Anyone have an opinions as to either? Still leaning towards the Sidekick as that's what I have always wanted, but the VX6 seems to be a REALLY viable option and the price really can't be beat.

**VISITOR** · 01-15-2016, 05:52 PM

Without question the sidekick. I have a blower similiar to the cg's without the variable speed and its obvious which one is of better quality...

**Rsurfer** · 01-15-2016, 05:59 PM

If your going to use a blower to dry a car, get a leaf blower. The Sidekick is fine for nooks and crannies, but not to dry the whole car.

If you can afford it, get the Metro Blower with heated air.

**Joe@NextLevelDetail** · 01-15-2016, 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by Rsurfer

If your going to use a blower to dry a car, get a leaf blower. The Sidekick is fine for nooks and crannies, but not trying to dry the whole car.

What he said , 100% accurate.

For nooks n crannies buy he cg one

For the whole car just buy a regular electric leaf blower

**OTSDetail** · 01-15-2016, 07:43 PM

I'm sure it might be better to buy a regular leaf blower, but I'm looking for something that's a little more budget friendly.

**Joe@NextLevelDetail** · 01-15-2016, 07:45 PM

Originally Posted by OTSDetail

I'm sure it might be better to buy a regular leaf blower, but I'm looking for something that's a little more budget friendly.

Look on craigslist or offer up

Lots of great deals I'm more then sure you can find a great condition leaf blower dirt cheap

**custmsprty** · 01-15-2016, 07:49 PM

Originally Posted by OTSDetail

I'm sure it might be better to buy a regular leaf blower, but I'm looking for something that's a little more budget friendly.

What's more budget friendly than a leaf blower?

**Joe@NextLevelDetail** · 01-15-2016, 08:01 PM

Originally Posted by custmsprty

What's more budget friendly than a leaf blower?

I was thinking the same the range from 30-75

**OTSDetail** · 01-15-2016, 08:11 PM

Originally Posted by custmsprty

What's more budget friendly than a leaf blower?

Originally Posted by NextLevelDtail

I was thinking the same the range from 30-75

Exactly. If I could pick up a quality electric blower for ~$50 or so, I would be happy. Not sure if I will even end up using it as much as I think I will so I can't justify spending $200+ on a quality electric blower.