Is The Leaf Blower Still KING For Car Drying? Leaf Blower VS Adams Heated, Filtered Mini Air Cannon!

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Жыл бұрын

Her at the shop, we use a few methods to dry cars. If a car is being prepped for correction or protection, more than likely we will use a large microfiber drying towel. If we are drying a well protected vehicle, we will use a leaf blower, Air Cannon, or Griots Garage Air Pulse Gun. I still prefer the Leaf Blower over everything. My employees like the new Adams Mini Air Cannon. Adam’s Mini Handheld Air Cannon is the best possible forced air dryer for the weekend warrior detailer. Adam’s Handheld Mini Air Cannon outperforms all other hand-held forced air dryers available. Powered by 1200 watts the Handheld Mini Air Cannon forces 90 CFM of heated air at an impressive 19000 FPM. Whether you are drying the exterior of your vehicle or blasting out the interior; Adam’s Handheld Mini Air Cannon comes standard with a 20-foot power cord to allow you to go anywhere around your vehicle.
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@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

Your preferred method to dry your vehicle?

@richsmith3120 Жыл бұрын

Normally, a drying towel!

@archiepezek Жыл бұрын

I have an EGO 650 CFM leaf blower that I use for my ceramic coated car. Leaf blowers don't work too well on an un-coated vehicle--it just blows the water around. I have a couple good microfiber drying towels for other cars.

@norcalspitshine6406 Жыл бұрын

Leaf blower and a big blue blow

@barrybij8079 Жыл бұрын

i use a towel followed by using an ego blower for the wheels and grill

@mooferoo Жыл бұрын

I use a towel, but i don't move it around the paint. I lay it completely still and smooth my hands around on it.

@orthodox1717 Жыл бұрын

I have an EGO 650 cordless and the Adams MINI dryer. The EGO is way more efficient in overall car drying, but for the more precise areas, the Adams is great. If I had to chose one, the EGO for sure.

@edgy1rocks Жыл бұрын

I like my DeWalt leaf blower. I have plenty of batteries but it never takes more than one. The concentrator tip on my model is a plus. It moves a lot of air and if the conditions are right, I’ll use it to blow snow off my driveway!

@williambell7712 Жыл бұрын

It was informative to see the different times for drying. I use an ego 650 with stubby nozzle and blower band on the end. Works great, the downsize is the weight and noise of the 650. You should definitely use ear protection. I always follow up with a topper and plush towel. Extreme Solutions Topper, Ethos Pro Shine or Gyeon ceramic detailer all work well. Have pretty much retired all my drying towels.

@ShineYourLightDetailing Жыл бұрын

Awesome, all I use is a Kobalt leaf blower, I would like to get a air cannon sometime in the future!

@AustinFerguson Жыл бұрын

Just got the Adams and used it yesterday, took about an additional minute but the size is clutch for getting smaller areas and working door openings and trunks/frunks (Tesla). The heat is also pleasant as well. Overall for 80$ I'll keep using it and save my batteries for my Milwaukee yard and power tool equipment.

@R900DZ Жыл бұрын

Best process I’ve found is: 1. Spend about one minute leaf blowing from top to bottom to get the bulk (not all) of the water off. 2. Towel dry along with drying aid. 3. Use metro sidekick along with small drying towel in other hand to dry the wheels and all nooks and crannies. Fast, safe, and thorough.

@neilwalker5041 Жыл бұрын

The Adams is a lot stronger than I expected and now I’m going to have to give Adams some money! I really appreciate this video and Happy New Year to you guys!

@davestewart9146 Жыл бұрын

As a DIYer I just have a small electric leaf blower that I bought from Walmart a few years ago, I’m sure it doesn’t compare to the nicer heated blowers but it works for me, great video Brian 👍😁

@FYRARMS Жыл бұрын

I use a Makita 18V cordless leaf blower with a Blowerband silicone stubby nozzle---in matching Makita teal, of course. 😍 Works great, plenty of power, compact, no cord, and I can even take it with me to the coin-op spray booth in the wintertime and dry off my car on the spot. Easy-peasy!

@hartlanddetailer5670 Жыл бұрын

In my small shop, any added expense is not necessary. I have a leaf blower already for my yard. Remember, most shop vacs have a blow out, so it gives you another option. For my own vehicles, they mostly get ONR baths, anyway.

@GLI_1701 Жыл бұрын

I have the ego 650 as well....and it's the king of car drying. I put a snub nose on mine and it works great.

@bstewartexecutivecarcare3797 Жыл бұрын

I use a Metrovac sidekick. I added a 12” piece of pipe to get a little extra reach and it works fine. Might not be the fastest but if gets the job done with warm filtered air. Using a leaf blower might be more powerful but it isn’t filtered air or heated, so it is possible to be blowing dusty air on your nice clean car. I highly recommend using ear protection when using any type of blower as it does get loud. Thanks for sharing 👍✌️☮️

@fritzmeynejr2983 Жыл бұрын

I have been using a leaf blower for well over 25 years. I got the idea from a friend who restored Bi-planes, old Stearmans. Yes heavy and large, however for the price differences I will stay with the leaf blower. I prefer a smaller Black & Decker which is lighter and a smaller diameter nozzle that packs a ouch.

@stephenmoxley3004 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Brian. I use a Big Boi blower that I got from Esoteric Detailing. It has heated and filtered air and does a fantastic job. I also use a small, Milwaukee battery-powered leaf blower and it works very well, also.

@shnerp 8 ай бұрын

twistloop large drying towel for large panels, followed up with Adams mini air canon for grill, wheels, gascap lid and mirrors.

@ashishpatel350 Жыл бұрын

Leaf blower because I need it for things other than car drying and don't want multiple tools

@tomchinigo5014 Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian. I have the Toro Powerjet f700 corded leaf blower and it is fantastic on coated or protected vehicles. Like you said not to efficient on non coated vehicles so I use the Guantlet & Liquidator towels from the Rag Company then follow up with forced air.

@luketuttle1096 Жыл бұрын

If not too hot out (mid summer car will start to dry to quick) use leaf blower to get majority of water. Get the rest using a product like Titan or similar for dying aid and added protection

@millerdetailing4176 Жыл бұрын

Nice video and review Brian . I use a little of everything depending on the day and temperature. I have the large air cannon from Adams and it works well along with a leaf blower. Both I usually use to hit the main areas off with then use dedicated drying towels.

@davidcarballo9921 Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, I use a drying towel first then my Ryobi one plus small garden blower and I find this sufficient. Thanks for another good video. 👍🏼

@jonschmunk7719 Жыл бұрын

Microfiber Towel! Appreciate the video Brian.

@lifeofbrian9511 Жыл бұрын

Cool video!

@evilfingers4302 Жыл бұрын

4 months I posted I have a 20v Dewalt Cordless Leaf Blower, and recently I ordered from Amazon, an 20v 7.0 AH Lithium Ion Battery, tested all 3 settings on the leaf blower, and it blows more efficiently than the smaller 20v battery I was using before

@coreymerritt7742 Жыл бұрын

Nice video Brian I’m using a corded toro leaf blower it seems to work well thanks

@horsecockexpress7612 Жыл бұрын

i have found that the smaller the end hole on the nozzle is the better they dry. Better blowing action

@scottmboise7209 Жыл бұрын

For outdoor washing with a pressure washer, I use a leaf blower but follow with some light towel drying for drips and door jams. But, most of my washing follows the rinseless method in my garage. I have not tried using a blower in these circumstances other than getting into gaps, mirrors, etc. I would love to hear if others use a blower under rinseless conditions washing one panel at a time.

@jonnybravo3055 Жыл бұрын

I use a combination of micro fiber drying towels and a makita cordless compact blower for the wheels, grills, mirrors, lights etc.. Its got enough power for me and couldn't be bothered with plugging something in and have trailing cables.

@mag1vl Жыл бұрын

Hello Brian from Australia🙃 I use a drying towel for the roof and front + rear windscreens and the rest with my Makita LXT 18volt leaf blower.

@EazyELowzCompton Жыл бұрын

I am in Europe and a good alternative from the Metrovac products (which are quite a budget for a week-end warrior) is the Bigboi blowr mini. Thats an Australian brand and the blower does the job but the 5/6 minutes in the video is impressing me. Never run the clock but sounds quite longer for me but I got large Cadillacs...

@johnwagner4559 Жыл бұрын

I'll tell ya, my $20 Amazon leaf blower is 3 years old which has plenty of power behind it, is all I need. Its corded but fine for me but its simple, cheap, effective for me. And if needed, I'll follow it up with my mf drying towel. Done. Happy new year Brian! Thank you for ALL you do for us!

@derekjarembo9709 Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian. I use the Adams Air Cannon Jr. during the winter months on a coated car and it does a great job. During the summer I towel dry because the Arizona heat dries the car to quickly for the cannon. Either way a protected car is so much easier to dry quicker.

@onrdetailingnews802 Жыл бұрын

Good job buddy tfs

@tonywilliams4302 Жыл бұрын

I have the blaster sidekick. I love the forced/heated air combo. On my coated cars, it takes 6-7 min to dry the car and rims, which is within the realm of reason for me(hobbyist detailer) I do have the new Milwaukee leaf blower with 3-d printed stubby attachment. I plan on trying it out mainly because it’s cordless. I love the the heated/filtered air of the sidekick though. It’s been going strong for 4 years, and the fact that it’s corded is a minor inconvenience in my opinion.

@MyGuyKirby Жыл бұрын

A really coated vehicle that sheds water with air and a great time with that free rinse from outside. Nice topic

@functionaldoc5054 Жыл бұрын

I love my 8 HP Metro on my ceramic coated vehicles since I don't like holding a cordless blower due to wait especially on my crossover's for my older body.

@timathypotato8034 Жыл бұрын

I think its worth noting that for the weekend warrior a corded leaf blower is much cheaper than cordless, a 600cfm worx is only 63 bucks on amazon

@thefunkmuppet Жыл бұрын

Also way lighter, I went from that one to a cordless worx nitro with two batteries and it's significantly heavier and the corded worked better also.

@dougmasters3875 Жыл бұрын

Usually dedicated waffle towels followed by a 20v Dewalt mini blower in the crevices.

@austinmoore1689 Жыл бұрын

I love to use my stubby tip snap on blowgun to try off cars or my wizards water bandit

@andrewjackson9417 Жыл бұрын

I like the Metro Blaster for my small car.

@mitchelllong5848 Жыл бұрын

Never used a blower to dry before, I deal with really hard water so I usually try to get protection that sheets or a soap that helps it and towel dry really fast, the spots come off easy cuz there fresh but sometimes I just don’t have time go over the car again

@Spirited282 Жыл бұрын

I use a Ryobi and it seems to have lost some of it's power but still does the job. May get an Ego down the line. Also have the heated Adams mini blower but my local car wash i cannot plug in to outlets

@stevem5840 Жыл бұрын

I use a small Ryobi shop blower, battery operated. And towels.

@norcalspitshine6406 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@MNpicker Жыл бұрын

Filtered shop are works great for me.. heated filtered are would be cool👍🏽

@NinaBabyTV Жыл бұрын

Hey Brian, it’s been a while! Happy new year! I saw the word “leaf” and wanted to ask a different question. Leaves were able to dry up on my trunk, now the paint has imprints I believe. How can I remove that? A simple wash does not suffice

@ddautodetailing Жыл бұрын

I have a BigBoi air dryer that works great! The less I have to touch the paint the better 👍

@richardseem7948 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video/comparison/content good friend

@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@evilfingers4302 Жыл бұрын

I have a Cordless 20volt Dewalt Leaf Blower that has a soft rubber nozzle that won't scratch the paint.

@chodkowski01 7 ай бұрын

I believe in multi purpose equipment. Being I already use the EGO leaf blower around the house for many different reasons I now use that to blow out and dry my car. Why go out and buy more special tools when I don’t have to. I try to leave a little water on it after blowing so I can just spend 5 minutes going over with a drying towel.

@sacballa_kills_em_wit_facts 6 ай бұрын

EGO is too BIG and cumbersome

@808jspekeg6 8 ай бұрын

Ego 650 with a stubby nozzle. Chemical guys pro blow for the little nooks and crannies. Rag company microfiber towel for that happy ending

@williamclick9771 Жыл бұрын

I have Auto Hart battery powered dryer. It's okay. I have also 2 Hart leaf blowers. I won't use them because the tips of the blowers are hard plastic. The auto one is a soft plastic or rubber tip. I still like a detail microfiber drying towel. Guess I'm to old fashioned.

@gryphon123456 Жыл бұрын

I got a good deal on a Ryobi 720cfm lower that uses the same batteries as my mower and trimmer. Thing works great. It is a bit of a pain to old up for the roof and I’d like to get a stubby for it.

@ILruffian Жыл бұрын

I have the same one. Regrettably, stubby nozzles for it are few and far between.

@gryphon123456 Жыл бұрын

@@ILruffian are there any at all?

@ILruffian Жыл бұрын

@@gryphon123456 I'm seeing pictures of them on Blowerband's website, but all seem to be out of stock.\

@anthonyrusso4100 Жыл бұрын

I have a toro that is very effective, especially with a coated vehicle’s

@icurt06 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I like using a cordless toro leaf blower to dry off my Vette. What portable steam cleaner do you recommend for carpet and upholstery?

@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

This one or the next model up are great....www.mccullochsteam.com/shop/steam-cleaners/mc1275-canister-steam-cleaner

@johnnyrizzo8057 Жыл бұрын

I have both tools, I prefer the leaf blower, it's 60v and cordless.

@betametabravo3547 Жыл бұрын

Echo leaf blowers

@kimnewling5728 Жыл бұрын

I use drying towels with drying aid. Question : what kind of air compressor do you have? And, would you recommend it? I see you use some air tools and was wondering if your compressor keeps up. I'm looking at 60 gallon upright right now. A 3.5 or maybe 5 horse. Plan is purchasing soon. Thanks Brian.

@shakaclub2614 5 ай бұрын

Adam's air cannon.

@Dannybudd1981 Жыл бұрын

What leaf blower do you find is the best as the link doesn’t bring me to just one ? Great vid by the way.

@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

Your local Home Depot or Lowes would have many to choose from locally.

@aldaley3537 Жыл бұрын

Leaf blower. Will invest in a battery powered one when my current one malfunctions.

@Chris-wb7ni Жыл бұрын

100% a leaf blower guy. Only need a towel around the mirrors and door handles cause the constantly drip

@Enthusiast_detailing Жыл бұрын

I use a m18 Milwaukee leer blower

@davidsmith6308 Жыл бұрын

I have a ego blower prefer that method because it is cordless

@cusebike5391 Жыл бұрын

If you use an Ego leaf blower, this will make vehicle drying easier and a bit more effective. Soft Tip Stubby Car Drying Nozzle for EGO Leaf Blowers Available from Amazon.

@richsmith3120 Жыл бұрын

I just picked up the EGO 615 to dry my vehicles and blow off my driveway!

@joaquinmireles3912 Жыл бұрын

Need try ego 600moh blower

@ismaelcarrerojr7124 Жыл бұрын

Brian your right about the small air blower I have a small garage and have both small and large leaf blower, when using the large electric leaf blow I came a few times touching my car with it so I only use it when the weather is good and because it has more coverage. I use my master blaster inside the garage when the weather is cold.

@richardseem7948 Жыл бұрын

You do realize when u call 4 Brian ur whole shop responds..😆😆😆😆

@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

Yes....I like it that way. 😂

@KPDetails Жыл бұрын

The Rag Company Liquidator and a dog blow dryer(unsure of the brand).

@IMiss_The90s Жыл бұрын

What's everyone use for a cordless leaf blower?

@thefunkmuppet Жыл бұрын

Worx nitro ~600cfm from Amazon, quite a bit cheaper than Ego and works pretty well.

@keithfirebird7618 Жыл бұрын

👍

@melvinbernard4541 Жыл бұрын

I use a leaf blower.

@robertspreitzer8126 Жыл бұрын

I use a Bigboi love it. I bet you will dump the stuff your using.

@onrdetailingnews802 Жыл бұрын

First great 👍video buddy tfs

@wademiyataki9221 Жыл бұрын

I’m guessing the Shop Manager isn’t a fan. I’m guessing she prefers towel drying.😁

@apexdetail85 Жыл бұрын

You would be correct.

@skull7414 Жыл бұрын

Quickest way to dry a vehicle is to use a lightly damp drying microfiber towel. I use waffle weave, most others seem to prefer some kind of twisted loop. Note that it is often required to blow out the jams, windows and mirrors … so some kind of blower is beneficial. Blowing vehicles dry takes more time but they CAN do 95% of it, then follow up with a towel. imo, there is no better or best. There is only what works for you. 😊😊😊

@onrdetailingnews802 Жыл бұрын

First thumbs 👍up

@onrdetailingnews802 Жыл бұрын

Second to 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣