Review: Metro Full Size Vac N Blo 4.0 HP Vacuum

[swanicyouth]

Originally Posted by EPA7

Thanks. I'm planning on mounting the unit on the wall which should eliminate flipping, although if the data sheet is correct at 25 lbs the Jumbo would be pretty tough to flip.

Any idea what the difference is between the standard and Jumbo? Some of the blowers mention having "dual power" (whatever that is), but the vac n blo doesn't. I think the Metro Air Force has two fans? The regular Vac N Blo appears to just have a single fan, but the Jumbo seems to have two, but it's a bit confusing.

I believe all Vac N Blos have the Dual Fan and the only difference is the hold capacity. The Air Force "Commander" only has a single fan and that is another blower only that is cheaper than the Air Force, which does have 2 fans. Keep in mind if you get a Vac N Blo and use its dual purpose, you be using the same hose to blow as to vacuum. This means any dirt residual in the machine or hose may blow out on your paint. That's why I got a dedicated blower and a shop Vac.

[Bunky]

Originally Posted by swanicyouth

I believe all Vac N Blos have the Dual Fan and the only difference is the hold capacity.

I am pretty sure all the 4HP Metro vacs have one motor/fan. The differences are in the bag capacity and accessories like longer hoses, dolly, etc.

[BobbyG]

Great review Corey!

The videos really tell the story. I'll have to pickup a new camera someday.

Very informative, clear, and fact based....Metro makes some good stuff!!

[EPA7]

Originally Posted by swanicyouth

I believe all Vac N Blos have the Dual Fan and the only difference is the hold capacity. The Air Force "Commander" only has a single fan and that is another blower only that is cheaper than the Air Force, which does have 2 fans. Keep in mind if you get a Vac N Blo and use its dual purpose, you be using the same hose to blow as to vacuum. This means any dirt residual in the machine or hose may blow out on your paint. That's why I got a dedicated blower and a shop Vac.

Swanic,
I thought of the issue with using the same unit for vacuuming and blow drying, and I think it may cause a problem, but I'm hoping to mitigate it by using separate hoses. I figure the highest risk of stuff that could damage paint getting trapped then blown back out is in the hose.

Thanks.