Ridgid Shop VAC 4X Pro Hose Review

[@DrDennis]

I just bought this after many hours of review. What learned was it DOES fit a vac with a 2.25 or 2.5 inch inlet with a click connection. The other end has a couple attachments for different attachments. It works great.

[@ghostses]

That's cool. I didn't like it, but good to know it's working out for you. Take care, G.

[@J0hnBee]

Interesting thing about suction is that larger hoses don't necessarily mean more suction. Though many people tend to think of it this way. That being said, not all vaccums will respond the same with reductions either. ie, most higher CFM and HP units will improve suction with a minor reduction(ie, 2.5 > 1.7") fittings. Along these same lines, one other major aspect of performance changes with hose and fitting changes comes from the hosing itself. ie, dimple depth and shape as well as length. Which often need to be taken into consideration in order to maintain optimum performance. PS. I've found optimum suction by reducing a 2.5" down to a 1.7" on a 6.5HP 200CFM shop vac. Which doesn't work at all on a vaccum with lower performance.

[@ghostses]

That's correct. In my application, it was simply unusable over the stock hose as the vac lost most of its performance. It seemed the CFM was greatly reduced with paring this with my vac. The best solution I found was to get a collapsible hose as I've outline in another video. I've been using it for a few years and it works great for me. Check it out if you're interested. Good luck and take care, G. 2.5" EZ Flex Dust Collection Hose Review and Modifications

[@J0hnBee]

***** I've been salivating over one of those EZ flex hoses since I first read about them in a wood working blog. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find a reseller in Canada and the distribution company didn't seem to ship here last I looked. Might have another gander in case they revised there shipping policies. (fingers crossed). Otherwise, I would love to have one

[@ghostses]

J0hnBee I really like it. It does want to collapse when you turn the vac on and you do have to fight the hose a bit, but it's a small price to pay. I have my vac locked under my drill press so it stays put. Other than that- they're great. Hopefully you can find a source to get one up to you. I think you would like it. Thanks again, G.

[@adambergendorff2702]

thanks for the review, looking to upgrade my vac hose, was considering this one, you saved me grief!

[@ghostses]

Some love it I guess Adam, but it wasn't for me as it caused too much restriction for my vac. Good luck, G.

[@theplaid1]

my rigid shopvac came with an 1 7/8 hose, i found it wasnt as flexible so im using the old shopvac brand 1 1/4 hose, gives me greater suction but clogs on large chunks of sawdust

[@ghostses]

The only thing I liked about this one was the quality of the hose. Good you came up with a solution that works for you. I do have another video showing what I ended up buying and using. You might check it out- it's pretty cool and works well. Thanks, G.

[@IcanCwhatUsay]

...just watched a review for hoses...wtf am I doing with my life...

[@ghostses]

LOL... getting old I would say... G.

[@louieralphie2957]

Adulting!

[@kevinrhodes8311]

Dude, I had the exact though after I watched

[@taggjill15]

I’m on lockdown and I’m old

[@VictorReyes-rc9xp]

Hopefully here because you want to make a smart and informed purchase. 😂

[@superduper476]

How on earth does the long, black, 2 piece attachment that comes with the vacuum, attach to the upgraded hose end? Sorry for the silly question, but I honestly can't figure out how the two connect, different size connector points? Am I overlooking a adapter? Id really like to vacuum my shop floor without hurting my back, tks.

[@ghostses]

I'm assuming you have the large tubes, not the 1 1/4" ones. If so, you can see the connector here in the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rILIZZtmr9ysh6M That gets installed in the end of the hose, and your accessories fit inside it. If you have the 1 1/4" accessories, I don't believe this kit works with them. This kit might work, but not sure. www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1-1-4-in-Premium-Car-Cleaning-Accessory-Kit-for-RIDGID-Wet-Dry-Shop-Vacuums-VT2534/100638355 Hope this helps, G.

[@MusizKanuck]

I just bought this to go with my Ridgid 3.5 gallon vac. It has the same diameter of hose, so I’m hoping it works okay!

[@ghostses]

It may work out great for your vac Melissa. Feedback with your thoughts after using it. Take care, G.

[@MusizKanuck]

ghostses so far so good!

[@ghostses]

@@MusizKanuck Good deal! Good luck, G.

[@bigtreesfall]

Thanks for the honest review!

[@ghostses]

No problem! G.

[@dand579]

I just had the opposite experience with this hose - in a machine shop, vacuuming up metal chips. The very smooth inside surface of this hose provides less resistance to airflow, as well as a smoother surface to prevent chips and debris from clogging up the hose. I found the reduction in diameter to be offset by the higher quality, durability, and smooth interior.

[@ghostses]

Glad it's working for your needs. Take care, G.

[@leonprogamer1217]

Does it work in any rigid vacuum

[@ghostses]

I can't say leon. Good luck, G.

[@dome204]

I'm sorry if you stated in the video and I missed it. What actual vacuum do you have it running with?

[@ghostses]

I don't think I said, but it's a 16gal 6hp Ridgid vac. Hope this helps, G.

[@ThielTube]

HA yea about a year or so ago i bought one of these at my local home depot. I didnt even realize it had a smaller hose until i opened it up at home.. Why cant they make a normal big hose thats LONG!!

[@ghostses]

Yeah, this was a fail for me. Good question, and they should! Take care, G.

[@erniehenshaw4161]

They do it's 20 ft.

[@stevansweeney]

This hose works well with the DeWalt ROS.

[@ghostses]

Good to know Nelson. It didn't work well at all on my vac. Glad you found a good use for it, and are satisfied! Take care, G.

[@ella5024]

I just bought a dustless shop vac and realized it has a 1.5 inch hose! I am so mad, looking for another shop vac now, this one is being shipped but I'm going to return it.

[@ghostses]

It might work just fine, but don't know of the brand. The hose shown here sure robbed my vac of power but others have been satisfied with it. I've had my Ridgid vacs for years and they've always worked great. You might check them out. Good luck, G.

[@ella5024]

Thanks! I went out and got 6.5 HP 10 gallon Shop Vac that comes with a 1.25 inch hose, but the attachment was the same on all the Shop Vacs, so I bought the 2.5 inch hose and all the attachments for it, separately. It works very well. It's not a round vacuum, it's more oblong, I like the shape of it. The Dustless is going back when it gets here.

[@ghostses]

Ella That's cool Ella. I'm glad you found a solution that you're satisfied with. Take care, G.

[@mattdong1]

Just bought the Craftsman version which fits perfectly on my Rigid 1.78 inch opening. Since it was made for a 1.78 opening I dont lose suction. Like in your video, I wouldnt get it for a wider, 2.5 inch opening. I have had no problems yet with the attachment system - in fact there is an attachment which allows me to use 2.5 accessories. I still have to explore that. I got it through a Sears overstock auction for only $6. A total score. I know this video was posted a few years ago, but OP ghostes did you try hoses/accessories from Rockler?

[@ghostses]

I can see where you would be fine using it with a smaller opening since it would not decrease suction. You did get a total score for $6 for sure! I didn't look at what Rockler has to offer. I ended up getting a EZ Flex Collapsible hose and modified my fittings to work with it. It's about 3' collapsed and about 21' extended. Here's a clip of what it is, and what I did. 2.5" EZ Flex Dust Collection Hose Review and Modifications Thanks Matthew, G.

[@OneWheelLess]

This is an excellent hose if you're ok with the dimensions (I am). I have two rigid vacuums, a 12 gal 5 hp and a 14 gal. 6 hp. This hose fit both easily. The 5 hp one I have came with 1 3/4" hose but can use 2", I've used it to suck up anything from fine dust to piles of broken tile. Anything that will fit in the hose ends up in the canister. No jams. I've sucked up tee shirts and small towels accidentally. I've combined both hoses to clean flexible ducting out to 20' (wtf was anyone thinking running that much flexible duct) The larger hose on the 6 hp is cumbersome. If I primarily used my vacuum as a dust collector in a shop I'd want a large hose for large, loose wood shavings. My primary use is to clean up job sites and function as a tool dust collector. This orange rigid hose is as large as I'd want to go when it's attached to a handheld power tool.

[@ghostses]

Thanks for the comments Austin! I'm glad it's working well for you and your uses. It robbed my vac so much it wasn't going to work out for me. I will say it is a really nice hose. I did shoot a video on what I ended up going with and modifying for my vac. I really like this hose and it's been doing me well for my uses. Probably not suitable for tool collection though. Thanks again and take care, G. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2O3ipiamKuYj9k

[@kg5vacuums205]

This hose will work great for the smaller wet dry vacs that come with that hose size but I agree not something I want on a 16 gallon wet dry vac

[@ghostses]

Yeah, for sure. I have a video posted on what I did for a hose if you want to check it out. I posted it in 2011 and am still using the hose to this day with no issues. Depending on your application needs, it might be something to consider. Take care, G. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2O3ipiamKuYj9k

[@chewbacca5986]

Leave it to my favorite product reviewer to help me out once again! After a YT search on that dumb rigid hose, your channel video was 1st on the list. I bought the same orange hose and hate it, it doesnt fit right and terrible suction. Going to check out your other hose solution on your other hose review! Thank you!! thank you!!

[@ghostses]

LOL! Thanks! I agree- terrible suction. The other hose solution I have posted is still going strong all these years later. The only thing to note is that if your vac is not held stationary it will chase you around so keep that in mind. Mine stays wedged by my drill press so I've never had any problems. Good luck, G.

[@MartinRamirez-ec3tp]

Maybe try the mr nozzle hose

[@ghostses]

Thanks for the info Martin! I ended up going this this option and shot a video of it. I'm still using the same hose about 5yrs now. Take care, G. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2O3ipiamKuYj9k

[@InterCity134]

Its an example of why there is a special circle in hell for the makers of shop vacuum systems: amoung the various manufacturers they all try to be so cute and outsmart each other by having a variety of incompatible sized hoses and adpters. FFS why could they not just make one or two sizes where the fitting fit the hoses, no matter the manfacturer. Nope, you have vacuum a from maker b has diameter c which you then have to fit to saw d of manufacturer e.

[@ghostses]

LOL! Well said, and I concur... Take care, G.

[@grantpeterson2987]

Just got mine, almost a decade later and the price is still the same. I guess inflation doesn't affect Ridgid

[@ghostses]

Way to make me feel old Grant!!!....LOL. I can't believe It's been that long. Seems odd though doesn't it? If they're still making profit on them now- their margin must've been completely insane then. Criminal even! I didn't like it- but hope it serves your needs well. Take care, G.

[@grantpeterson2987]

@@ghostses still probably only costs $5 to make. Haha the vacuum I have already has the 1⅞" hose so it works great compared to the factory hose with the same flexibility as drain tile.

[@ghostses]

@@grantpeterson2987 Agreed Grant! I can see that if your vac already has a smaller hose it would still work great- or even better with flexibility like you've stated. It choked mine down terribly since mine has the larger hose. I didn't take into consideration that they do produce vacs with different diameters of hoses. They should've made a kit for each instead of trying to go with a one size fits all. My solution (as documented in another video somewhere on my channel outlined a collapsible hose) is still working great. Glad you're satisfied to date! Good luck, G.

[@grantpeterson2987]

@@ghostses yes, they should have made a kit for each size hose, and it would probably be cheaper because you wouldn't need the 47 adapters for the different sizes. Same goes for the auto detailing kit, its only for the 1½" or 1¼" size hose. So you really couldn't use it. I've seen where people make their own hose from some type of pool vac hose. I use mine primarily in my garage so I may get the wall mount version that comes with 27' of hose and use the other one for odds and ends elsewhere.

[@ghostses]

@@grantpeterson2987 Agreed 100%!!! G.

[@AngeliqueKaga]

I got the same thing, and it didn't help much.

[@ghostses]

I didn't like it at all. Good luck, G.

[@srpacific]

What a waste of time, who does a review without even taking the thing out of the box!

[@ghostses]

Play again, close your eyes an open your ears. If you really think I didn't take it out of the box and try it- you need some help way beyond what ANY review could offer you. G.

[@3cwoodworking.charlie759]

What I've come to determine is that the Ridgid vacuum and accessories are junk

[@ghostses]

I can't speak for these days Charlie, but my vac's have been going strong for about 18yrs or so. This accessory though- junk in my opinion. Good luck, G.

[@babapambazuka2845]

Eh. According to the most-credible review/shootout I've ever seen, they're middling, but mostly due to factors which *can* be DIY-improved like canister-to-powerhead seal to retain better suction. Also, considering what kind of shell-games EVERY brand plays with their component manufacturers lately, different models may well be entirely different products and results. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noSxaIOOrNNkr7c

[@dannyboy9254]

I took mine back. Lost alot of suction. I prefer my original hose

[@ghostses]

Agreed Danny! I too lost too much suction. Take care, G.