Which wet/dry vacuum should I buy?

[hernandez.art13]

Well I got the help from all helpful AGO members on which steamer to get and will be getting it.

I also want a wet/dry vacuum. I saw this one at Sears and looks promising. However, I wanted to check with you everyone to see if any better recommendations are suggested.

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Also I have never tried blow drying a car but this seems like it might kill 2 birds with one stone.

Like always thanks for the help everybody :)

Art

[Pureshine]

This is the one I have love it great power and compacted.
RIDGID 4-Gal. Wet/Dry Vac-WD4070 at The Home Depot (http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-4-Gal-Wet-Dry-Vac-WD4070/202077241#.Uo77JCgkfZc)

[hernandez.art13]

Thank you Todd, I would also like to add, while I know it's not a true extractor. I will get one later on. I also want to use it as much as I can as an extractor for now. Until I get one in the future.

[FrankS]

This is the one I got from Sears. I like the compact size. It's very quiet, don't need to add a muffler to it and comes with more attachments and also has a retractable cord.

Craftsman Ultra Quiet 4 Gallon 5 Peak HP Household Wet/Dry Vac (http://www.sears.com/craftsman-ultra-quiet-4-gallon-5-peak-hp/p-00912002000P?prdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=G6)

[KS_Detailing]

This is the one I have love it great power and compacted.
RIDGID 4-Gal. Wet/Dry Vac-WD4070 at The Home Depot (http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-4-Gal-Wet-Dry-Vac-WD4070/202077241#.Uo77JCgkfZc)

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[hernandez.art13]

Check the video guys,


http://youtu.be/tw66AOUbajs

[hernandez.art13]

I have this little compact one that my lady got for me :D

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I mostly want one that can suck up a lot of water. The RIDGID looks promising

[hernandez.art13]

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[Willy Wang]

I would go with the rigid. Craftsman is more of a DIYer market, where as Rigid is more industrial and used by a lot of contractors. I tried a 5hp craftsman but then returned it and got myself a Rigid 4.5 (the one that looks like a box) and it was a dramatic difference in power, despite the fact they were both 5hp. The Rigid is built better and being that it is a box shape, storage is convenient. All the adapters and hoses are stored inside the box as well. I also picked this one because I've seen contractors lug this thing around all the time and it can be used as a chair lol. http://s4.thisnext.com/media/largest_dimension/981F392C.jpg

[Vegas Transplant]

I've got 6 or so wet vacs. Fom a 2.25 hp Craftsman to a 6.5 hp Rigid.
This 4.25 I used on the house this morning.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1838/rigid_re1.png (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/68759)

Pulled this one out to use this wknd.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1838/rigid_re2.png (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/68760)

All are capable water removing vacs.

[David at LC Pads]

I love the 4 gallon Rigid but for wet vehicles I always use a larger vac because the 4gal fills up fast. I use that vacuum a lot. Because of its small design, filters get dirty really fast. I really hate cleaning vac filters a lot so I use Rigid bags for it and keep it as a dry vac only.

[Buggy Bath]

I like Nilfisk Alto vacs. Made to run for several hours. Lots of lift power and quiet.

I purchased a Craftsman and ShopVac Bulldog but they didn't last long.

[Pureshine]

Check the video guys,


Craftsman 16 Gallon 2-in-1 Blower/Vacuum - YouTube (http://youtu.be/tw66AOUbajs)

Art that looks like a great product that one would work better for you then the one I have.

[07RS4]

I've got 6 or so wet vacs. Fom a 2.25 hp Craftsman to a 6.5 hp Rigid.
This 4.25 I used on the house this morning.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1838/rigid_re1.png (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/68759)

Pulled this one out to use this wknd.

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All are capable water removing vacs.

+1, I've had this one (mine says 5 HP on it...but that small cord is only drawing so many amps from a household plug) for 12 years now and love it. Just remember to take out the paper filter when doing your wet operations and it will last forever. Also, you can get the 1.5" adapter for a smaller hose for doing the inside of vehicles, and when you want more "flow", use the 2.5" option. Flip the hose around and you can use it as a blower. I also got the "muffler" for it...it reduces the noice a little, but it stops the air from blasting out the the exhaust, which I love.

Actually, my hose clips to the unit...so a little different model apparently.

Also, this kit is BA in my opinion. I use it on every detail with no issues. The extra long flexible crevice tool is very handy. You will just need a softer brush for sensitive areas like LCD screens or the Gauge Cluster cover. The claw tool that comes with it is great when you substitute for an extractor.

[url]http://www.amazon.com/Ridgid-VT2534-Auto-Detailing-Kit/dp/B001FS4TWQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1385227472&sr=8-6&keywords=detailing+hose+attachment (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/68760)

They sell it in Home Depot I believe, check it out for yourself...don't pay attention to the Amazon reviews.

[07RS4]

I love the 4 gallon Rigid but for wet vehicles I always use a larger vac because the 4gal fills up fast. I use that vacuum a lot. Because of its small design, filters get dirty really fast. I really hate cleaning vac filters a lot so I use Rigid bags for it and keep it as a dry vac only.

I always find my Metro Duster (http://www.autogeek.net/metro-datavac-electric-duster.html)or Metro Sidekick (http://www.autogeek.net/metro-blaster-sidekick.html)blows out the pleats of the filters nicely, extending the life of the filter and providing peak operation...just wear a dust mask.