Looking for something with a lot of suction. What do you guys (and girls) like the best? One of the big issues I have right now is that my daughter ate a protein bar and some of the "frosting" is now embedded in the little micro holes in my leather seat

 

Dyson

 

Anyone have a Metro Vac N Blo? I'm seeing good things about them. 500W for $110 or 4.0 hp for $280.

 

Just make sure it really sucks!

 

How about just a good ole Craftsman wet or dry shop vac? It's pretty simple!

 

I've had a 4hp Vac & Blo for 5+ years. It is an awesome tool for sure. I also use it to dry my car (with filtered and heated air from the machine!) after each wash.

The only thing I would trade it for is an 8 hp version!

Try to get it on sale - Autogeek runs 20-25% no restrictions sales a couple times a year. Buy extra filters at the same time.

 

How well does dry the car after washing? Have you found some attachment or way to do it optimally?

 

It dries incredibly well - much better to use than a leaf blower. I get the car 85-90% dry with the blower in <5 mins and then lightly towel dry the remainder with some quick detailer to help as a drying aid. The Metro vac I boughT comes with a cone like attachment which works just fine for drying. I also have an extra hose for drying but that isn't necessary.

 

You got this?:


looks awfully expensive?

 

No, this one. I got it for ~$200 shipped IIRC. Even at that price I thought it was expensive but now I know it was well worth it!

http://www.autogeek.net/vacnbloporva.html

 

Vacuum the frosting as best you can. Then use a leather cleaner and work it in with a boars hair brush or a microfiber towels. Use a leather conditioner afterwards and you should be all set.

 

We have a couple of these around our shop...best vacuum ever:


Another great choice for when we're mobile:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-4-...4070/202077241

 

SD has that RIDGID for $40! Wish had known looks like a great deal thanks. Will wait for it to go on sale...

https://slickdeals.net/f/9420047-rid...y-vacuum-39-88

 

Thanks so much everyone. I'm going with the Vac N Blo.

 

Nice choice -- now its time to shop for the best price.

I found BBB selling it for $229 with free shipping, and you can always find a 20% coupon for that place. https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/sto...FQypaQodzzgLXA

Only thing to watch out for is I don't think that comes with the wheeled caddy, so you instead either place the vacuum on the ground use the strap. I find the caddy very helpful for when I am vacuuming in the car, but use the strap when drying. I have seen the the caddy/dolly for $30-$40...maybe a better deal can be had if you look hard enough.

I ordered mine from Autogeek in 2011 (I looked it up) and it was the same as the one I linked but also included the wheeled dolly. I paid $189 -- it must have been a good promotion or sale. They run 20% off quite frequently but sometimes have exclusions -- I mentioned before a couple times a year they run a 25% off with no exclusions. They are priced much higher right now. http://www.autogeek.net/vacnbloporva.html

Also consider buying some extra dust bags when you buy the vac, otherwise you should be good to go.