Car drying w/Compressed Air?

**tenorplayer23** · 07-17-2009, 11:18 PM

Say, re: using compressed air in the garage for drying purposes.

First does anybody use it (good/bad practically??) as well as, a line filter?

Also, are there any better "compressed air wands or nozzles" for drying other than what you typically get with a compressor kit? This would be a great attachment to have. I'm pretty sure I have enough tank capacity.

Plus, I've got a Toro electric leaf blower in stock, "so I've got that going for me.......which is nice"!

Just would rather use a hose from the compressor!!

Thx.

See ya.

**ryandamartini** · 07-17-2009, 11:22 PM

The tornador is pretty awesome for cleaning carpet and interior.. We use one and the thing just does a FANTASTIC job on the interiors.

**Gary Sword** · 07-18-2009, 05:13 AM

I use to use compressed air but a leaf blower works better.

**Finemess** · 07-18-2009, 07:33 AM

I have a three foot wand, its works OK but the leaf blower works really well.

**awheeler3296** · 07-18-2009, 07:40 AM

I have had great results with my backpack leaf blower.

**loudog2** · 07-18-2009, 08:36 AM

I use compressed air cans when I don't feel like pulling out the air compressor.

**AeroCleanse** · 07-18-2009, 08:41 AM

I've only used compressed air when drying the engine.

**nrengle** · 07-18-2009, 01:47 PM

I believe someone brought up before that using a compressor even with a inline filter can sometimes still let some oil through...

**ScottB** · 07-18-2009, 03:59 PM

I find my 40.00 Black/Decker Leafhawg still is the product to beat. That said, I would love a Metro Blower/Vac. I have a small compressor and to date have never used on car, just dont see the need personally.

**InTheBuff** · 07-18-2009, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by tenorplayer23

Say, re: using compressed air in the garage for drying purposes.

First does anybody use it (good/bad practically??) as well as, a line filter?

You would really need to make sure the air is dry to the point that it is free of moisture. You could easily put rusty water back on the car. Most certainly it would be accidental, but you could find it upsetting. And with a lubricated compressor, you could even put some lube oil on it. If you choose to go this route, you need to make sure you have good filtration and good drying of the air. Best wishes.