MK5 Golf GTI

General => Detailing => Topic started by: chip20 on December 27, 2011, 05:20:47 pm

Title: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 27, 2011, 05:20:47 pm: Been having a look at cyc and seen this.Anybody got one? I currently use a leaf blower
But like the look of this.
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-and-drying/metro-vac-air-force-blaster/prod_992.html
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 27, 2011, 05:38:01 pm: Would like one but a bit pricey!
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: rich83 on December 27, 2011, 05:39:41 pm: Why not just buy a cheap hover and reverse the connections to the motor so it blows.

:happy2:
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: stealthwolf on December 27, 2011, 06:29:42 pm: Some of the detailing pros use it. It's also known as the "Black Baron". I know RussZS has an Aeolus which is supposed to be even more powerful.
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 27, 2011, 06:54:08 pm: My leaf blower does a top job but this looks a bit more professional
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: Daffy on December 27, 2011, 07:10:00 pm: Not got one but have used a mates. Nice long hose and unit is attached to the wall. Very powerful and easy to use as you have no weight to carry. Expensive though but if you can afford it then go for it as it means a touchless drying method which is a big plus.
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 28, 2011, 06:20:40 pm: Wish I could have a try before you buy
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: Daffy on December 28, 2011, 06:29:34 pm: Where are you?
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 28, 2011, 07:05:49 pm: Bolton
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Post by: Daffy on December 28, 2011, 07:21:03 pm: Ah no good I am afraid. May have been able to sort something but down south, Berkshire way. Sorry.
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 28, 2011, 07:59:48 pm: No probs.Thanks anyway:happy2:
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Post by: gtlee on December 28, 2011, 10:57:06 pm: I just picked one of these of fleabay for £130 plus its stainless steel so won't rust,not yet used it onthe car but tried it out inside..........cor blimey it can BLOW plusits not noisy as the leaf blower I used once on the car.

I got it cheaper than the item that CYC Polished Bliss can do it for and IMO a better piece of kit.

Might do a write up as and when. :smiley:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AEOLUS-TD-901-VARIABLE-STAINLESS-STEEL-DOG-DRYER-BLASTER-/180782038892?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Dogs&hash=item2a1772ff6c
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: RussZS on December 30, 2011, 11:29:50 pm: I have the Aeolus 901 too - great bit of kit and works just as well as the CYC model - no brainer :)
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on December 31, 2011, 10:30:51 am: Bidding on one as we speak :happy2:
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Post by: keith on December 31, 2011, 04:35:44 pm: there's one that looks like the black baron and is for drying pets and its cheaper someone on here has one i think.
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: gtlee on December 31, 2011, 05:40:21 pm: I don't see any difference from the detailer's item and I think its more powerful,I suggest go for the stainless steel one 'cos I got one :laugh: and still be cheaper than what is currently £195 at certain detailers websites.

Chip 20 which one are you bidding on buddy?
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on January 02, 2012, 11:47:39 am: Quote from: gtlee on December 31, 2011, 05:40:21 pm
I don't see any difference from the detailer's item and I think its more powerful,I suggest go for the stainless steel one 'cos I got one :laugh: and still be cheaper than what is currently £195 at certain detailers websites.

Chip 20 which one are you bidding on buddy?
I have won this one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/180782661402?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_1592wt_1120
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: gtlee on January 02, 2012, 03:57:14 pm: Same item as mine and seller,you got it cheap dude! :rolleye:
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on January 02, 2012, 05:15:35 pm: Quote from: gtlee on January 02, 2012, 03:57:14 pm
Same item as mine and seller,you got it cheap dude! :rolleye:
Makes a change.Thanks for the advice :happy2:
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: gtlee on January 02, 2012, 05:25:12 pm: No problem Chip20 thats what this forum is about! :happy2:
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on January 04, 2012, 07:58:08 pm: Well it turned up today and all I can say is WOW :grin: I am well impressed! Also very good for drying yourself off after getting wet through while washing a car off :signLOL:
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: gtlee on January 04, 2012, 10:46:55 pm: Its got some serious power and has variable fan/heater options as well.

Haven't the weather to fully try it out hopefully tomorrow maybe.
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Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on January 05, 2012, 01:51:19 pm: What about this one as a cheap alternative?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DOG-DRYER-PET-DRYER-GROOMING-HAIRDRYER-BLOWDRYER-BLASTER-DRYER-/300643107178?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Dogs&hash=item45ffb9c16a
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: gtlee on January 05, 2012, 06:30:20 pm: Not bad price that,it seems to have all the features of the one posted but not sure what the wind speed equates to.
Title: Re: Any one got one of these?
Post by: chip20 on January 05, 2012, 07:49:35 pm: Am sure it won't disappoint.Also very good at get in the nooks and crannies inside the car as well :happy2: