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

[@apexdetail85]

Your preferred method to dry your vehicle?

[@richsmith3120]

Normally, a drying towel!

[@archiepezek]

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]

Leaf blower and a big blue blow

[@barrybij8079]

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

[@mooferoo]

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]

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.

[@neilwalker5041]

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!

[@williambell7712]

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.

[@edgy1rocks]

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!

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

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

[@GLI_1701]

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.

[@lordlouis9931]

Finally a video that,properly displays the comparison thank you helped in my decision

[@davestewart9146]

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 👍😁

[@tomchinigo5014]

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.

[@stephenmoxley3004]

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.

[@AustinFerguson]

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.

[@jonschmunk7719]

Microfiber Towel! Appreciate the video Brian.

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare3797]

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 👍✌️☮️

[@FYRARMS]

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]

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.

[@scottmboise7209]

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.

[@evilfingers4302]

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

[@fritzmeynejr2983]

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.

[@millerdetailing4176]

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.

[@jonnybravo3055]

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.

[@shnerp]

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

[@johnwagner4559]

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!

[@tonywilliams4302]

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.

[@derekjarembo9709]

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.

[@EazyELowzCompton]

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...

[@coreymerritt7742]

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

[@mag1vl]

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.

[@luketuttle1096]

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

[@EricKeaton-c3f]

I've been using a 30 year old Stihl plug in blower. Plan on getting the toro 700 . Less than $100 with tax. Good CFM and 140 mgh wind speed.

[@mitchelllong5848]

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

[@stevem5840]

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

[@dougmasters3875]

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

[@MyGuyKirby]

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

[@functionaldoc5054]

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.

[@davidcarballo9921]

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. 👍🏼

[@gryphon123456]

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]

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

[@gryphon123456]

@@ILruffian are there any at all?

[@ILruffian]

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

[@timathypotato8034]

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]

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.

[@austinmoore1689]

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

[@evilfingers4302]

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

[@Spirited282]

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

[@MNpicker]

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

[@ashishpatel350]

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

[@andrewjackson9417]

I like the Metro Blaster for my small car.

[@BillaDaKilla]

I saw the PA inspection stickers.. where you guys from? I’m born and raised in Bethlehem PA.. love and work in York PA now.

[@lifeofbrian9511]

Cool video!

[@ddautodetailing]

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

[@williamclick9771]

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.

[@onrdetailingnews802]

Good job buddy tfs

[@anthonyrusso4100]

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

[@chodkowski01]

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]

EGO is too BIG and cumbersome

[@808jspekeg6]

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

[@icurt06]

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]

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

[@NinaBabyTV]

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

[@ismaelcarrerojr7124]

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.

[@norcalspitshine6406]

Nice

[@richardseem7948]

Awesome video/comparison/content good friend

[@apexdetail85]

Thank you 👍

[@R900DZ]

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.

[@johnnyrizzo8057]

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

[@shakaclub2614]

Adam's air cannon.

[@Chris-wb7ni]

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

[@Dannybudd1981]

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]

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

[@kimnewling5728]

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.

[@aldaley3537]

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

[@Enthusiast_detailing]

I use a m18 Milwaukee leer blower

[@Cummins402]

What's everyone use for a cordless leaf blower?

[@thefunkmuppet]

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

[@joaquinmireles3912]

Need try ego 600moh blower

[@cusebike5391]

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.

[@davidsmith6308]

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

[@betametabravo3547]

Echo leaf blowers

[@richsmith3120]

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

[@KPDetails]

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

[@onrdetailingnews802]

First great 👍video buddy tfs

[@robertspreitzer8126]

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

[@wademiyataki9221]

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

[@apexdetail85]

You would be correct.

[@keithfirebird7618]

👍

[@Reaper-Jim]

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. 😊😊😊

[@melvinbernard4541]

I use a leaf blower.

[@AdamTobias-y2j]

If it plugs in its not portable! If it's not portable it won't work for some!

[@richardseem7948]

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

[@apexdetail85]

Yes....I like it that way. 😂

[@onrdetailingnews802]

First thumbs 👍up

[@onrdetailingnews802]

Second to 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

First!!!