Best Leaf Blower?

[mbhforum]

I just had my car coated with Ceramic Pro and I’ve tried two separate cordless Leaf Blowers (listed below) and I’ve been underwhelmed with how long it’s taking me to dry the car off. I’m willing to buy a corded one if necessary. The only thing is I’ve been trying to dry my car in a cold garage (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit) and perhaps I’ll have better results outdoors when it’s warmer out?

Greenworks 40V 185 MPH Variable Speed Cordless Leaf Blower/Vacuum, 4.0Ah Battery and Charger Included 24322 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DRBBRVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jJFqEbBFXSTW1

Cordless Leaf Blower - KIMO 20V Lithium 2-in-1 Sweeper/Vacuum 2.0 AH Battery for Blowing Leaf, Clearing Dust & Small Trash,Car, Computer Host,Hard to Clean Corner https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXH15ZN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qWFqEbE4G7HK9

 

[beatle]

I also have a ceramic coating and I find driving the car itself does the best job. Take it for a quick drive and blow off 90% of the water, then come back and get any straggling drops with a towel.

My corded leaf blower took too long as well. In warmer temperatures you'll likely get more water spots as the water will evaporate much faster, even in the shade.

 

[Merrill]

I use the EGO blower.

 

[ucmndd]

I’ve found the $40 corded ones easily outperform any battery powered example.

 

[mbhforum]

I use the EGO blower.

Which one? Does it dry off the whole car? How long does it take?

 

[maximizese]

I started with a Toro corded variable speed blower, but got annoyed with having to drag a cord around our 13K sq ft property. Rarely did I ever need to dial it up beyond 50% where it gets very loud and starts tire your hands from the vibration.

I started using Worx PowerShare 20V/40V tools and really love the turbine blower. It's extremely lightweight, 2 speeds, and is very balanced...but it only lasts about 12 minutes per charge on the 65Wh battery packs.

For your needs, I would look to borrow a corded blower from a neighbor...I'd lend you mine if you lived nearby.

 

[timvracer]

I also have a ceramic coating and I find driving the car itself does the best job. Take it for a quick drive and blow off 90% of the water, then come back and get any straggling drops with a towel.

My corded leaf blower took too long as well. In warmer temperatures you'll likely get more water spots as the water will evaporate much faster, even in the shade.

This is a very bad idea... smallest particles of dirt on the car, then you wipe with a towel... swirls/scratches.

I use this -- after using a RYOBI battery powered leaf blower for a long time, this changed my life!!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SPCGC/ref=psdc_15718661_t3_B07NQYV9V5

 

[Merrill]

Which one? Does it dry off the whole car? How long does it take?

I have a lawnmower, blower, hedge trimmer and weedwacker. They use the same battery and last for 45 minutes on high setting. The blower is the 56 volt LB 4800 lots of power.

 

[mbhforum]

I have a lawnmower, blower, hedge trimmer and weedwacker. They use the same battery and last for 45 minutes on high setting. The blower is the 56 volt LB 4800 lots of power.

Is it this one? How long does it take to dry the car?
Ego 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Electric Baretool Turbo Blower 110 MPH 530 CFM Variable Speed (Battery and Charger Not Included) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DVO8Y6I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_i6GqEbXN7883Q

 

[Merrill]

Is it this one? How long does it take to dry the car?
Ego 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Electric Baretool Turbo Blower 110 MPH 530 CFM Variable Speed (Battery and Charger Not Included) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DVO8Y6I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_i6GqEbXN7883Q

Yes, it is the current model mine is a few years old so they went from the 480 cfm to the 530. It will not dry it completely but what I do is blow off most of the water and then use a microfiber towel for what is left.

 

[jkoya]

I also use a Metro Vac Air Force Master Blaster. It provides warm filtered air for drying cars and motorcycles. Works well, but loud....

 

[azjohn]

EGO products are the ones to buy, and they are just as powerful as a corded or gas powered

 

[luke68bird]

EGO, the biggest most expensive one. I use the second biggest as it was on sale but should have spent the money.

 

[mbhforum]

So it seems the Ego blowers are the way to go. At $400 after strap and tax, they better do an AMAZING job! I might give it a shot, but not sure if it's worth spending this kind of money over just manually drying my car.

 

[A-Wimoweh]

Another route is a water deionizer. I do not have one, but I am thinking about getting one. It removes all the minerals from the water that would cause spotting. So after rinsing with water that has flowed thru the deionizer, you just let the car drip dry. If you have a low flow pressure washer, like an electric one, you can use it to get a totally touch free car wash!
https://www.amazon.com/CR-Spotless-Deionized-Water-System/dp/B0056HDCUM

 

[Merrill]

So it seems the Ego blowers are the way to go. At $400 after strap and tax, they better do an AMAZING job! I might give it a shot, but not sure if it's worth spending this kind of money over just manually drying my car.

If you are only going to use the blower for drying the car it probably is not worth the money, I use it for my yard and landscaping as well as the car.

 

[Casmium]

they had a promo for the EGO blower where if you bought a snowblower you got a free leaf blower, so you should be able to find one for cheap on craigslist or kijiji or local pawn shop depending where you are from.

 

[jkoya]

Another route is a water deionizer. I do not have one, but I am thinking about getting one. It removes all the minerals from the water that would cause spotting. So after rinsing with water that has flowed thru the deionizer, you just let the car drip dry. If you have a low flow pressure washer, like an electric one, you can use it to get a totally touch free car wash!
https://www.amazon.com/CR-Spotless-Deionized-Water-System/dp/B0056HDCUM

I have the high output 2 cartridge version of the CR Spotless and I can say it works for me. Even in the summer sun, I don't have any water spots...

 

[rooter]

Best leaf blower: Exhaust of a Cadillac Escalde.

 

[krsgio]

Posted in another thread about this but I recommend sheeting the water off prior to blowing it off to save you time. When looking I found lots of people recommending the Ego blowers but I prefer the metrovac options.