Leaf blower for drying
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I have the CR Spotless deionizer as part of the Obsessed Garage pressure washer package with hose reel, piping kit, pressure washer, etc so that I only use the DI for final rinse ($$$ otherwise).
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/colle...shing-solution
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/colle...shing-solution
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#17
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thx. spendy but looks like some quality kit. What does the cost per DI rinse run maint wise (not initial invest wise) if you don't mind sharing.
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A common occurrence here on Rennlist where a Toro Leaf Blower works great for $75 on Amazon but some see value in paying $350 for a "Master Blaster" go figure?
Does anyone use Q-Tips to get into those nooks and crannies?
I understand a leaf blower in combination with an ounce of gasoline and a Zippo Lighter will add to the quick-drying effect too.
Andy ;-)
Does anyone use Q-Tips to get into those nooks and crannies?
I understand a leaf blower in combination with an ounce of gasoline and a Zippo Lighter will add to the quick-drying effect too.
Andy ;-)
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It's about $50-60 to change the resin, it will treat 300 gallons (depending on how bad the water coming in is). That's the benefit of using the pressure washer for final rinse (at say 1.5 Gallons per minute) you're not using as much resin per wash. I typically get 30-40 washes out of mine, there is a meter on the front that will tell you the filters levels to let you know when its time to replace.
#21
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I bought this one a couple of months ago, and I like it a lot (no affiliation):
https://blocardryer.com/collections/...hoChREQAvD_BwE
It’s much cheaper than the Metrovac ($209 vs $350) and it works great.
I dry most of the car with one of those “rubbery towels” first, and then I use the blower to finish it off. It’s amazing how much water is still trapped everywhere even when the car looks dry.
https://blocardryer.com/collections/...hoChREQAvD_BwE
It’s much cheaper than the Metrovac ($209 vs $350) and it works great.
I dry most of the car with one of those “rubbery towels” first, and then I use the blower to finish it off. It’s amazing how much water is still trapped everywhere even when the car looks dry.
#22
It's about $50-60 to change the resin, it will treat 300 gallons (depending on how bad the water coming in is). That's the benefit of using the pressure washer for final rinse (at say 1.5 Gallons per minute) you're not using as much resin per wash. I typically get 30-40 washes out of mine, there is a meter on the front that will tell you the filters levels to let you know when its time to replace.
#23
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I use the DI water unit made by Griot's Garage: https://www.griotsgarage.com/product...r+deionizer.do
I use it with a pressure washer, only for the final rinse. The bypass valves make it easy to switch it in/out when needed. Haven't changed the resin yet, the water still tests good after 1 year of use.
I use it with a pressure washer, only for the final rinse. The bypass valves make it easy to switch it in/out when needed. Haven't changed the resin yet, the water still tests good after 1 year of use.
#24
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A common occurrence here on Rennlist where a Toro Leaf Blower works great for $75 on Amazon but some see value in paying $350 for a "Master Blaster" go figure?
Does anyone use Q-Tips to get into those nooks and crannies?
I understand a leaf blower in combination with an ounce of gasoline and a Zippo Lighter will add to the quick-drying effect too.
Andy ;-)
Does anyone use Q-Tips to get into those nooks and crannies?
I understand a leaf blower in combination with an ounce of gasoline and a Zippo Lighter will add to the quick-drying effect too.
Andy ;-)
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#25
Same blower here. One battery and its ready for touch up with the microfiber towels. Works awesome.
#26
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I bought this one a couple of months ago, and I like it a lot (no affiliation):
https://blocardryer.com/collections/...hoChREQAvD_BwE
It’s much cheaper than the Metrovac ($209 vs $350) and it works great.
I dry most of the car with one of those “rubbery towels” first, and then I use the blower to finish it off. It’s amazing how much water is still trapped everywhere even when the car looks dry.
https://blocardryer.com/collections/...hoChREQAvD_BwE
It’s much cheaper than the Metrovac ($209 vs $350) and it works great.
I dry most of the car with one of those “rubbery towels” first, and then I use the blower to finish it off. It’s amazing how much water is still trapped everywhere even when the car looks dry.
#27
I use the DI water unit made by Griot's Garage: https://www.griotsgarage.com/product...r+deionizer.do
I use it with a pressure washer, only for the final rinse. The bypass valves make it easy to switch it in/out when needed. Haven't changed the resin yet, the water still tests good after 1 year of use.
I use it with a pressure washer, only for the final rinse. The bypass valves make it easy to switch it in/out when needed. Haven't changed the resin yet, the water still tests good after 1 year of use.
During washing, I absolutely agree that there is no need / advantage to use non-dionized water ... save it for a final rinse down for about 2 or 3 minutes and you’re good to go! I use it regularly on all of my cars am into my 2nd season of use and am still at 0ppm ... should be able to get thru this season (hopefully into next) without need to change the particulate.
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What is the purpose of using deionized water on a car vs water from a garden hose? Thank you.
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During washing using a PH balanced soap can help remove worry about water spots during washing, and then using DI for final rinse prevents it while you complete the rinse and drying process.