Leaf Blower Drying Method - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

David_J · 10-09-2006, 02:47 PM

When we only had the gas blower, I never used it for my car. Now that we bought a light weight electric blower for my wife to use, I have used it a few times on the cars. I will say that drying a full size SUV with it can take some time, but the results are worth it.

My neighbors already know I'm a car nut, so I just went for it. Definately helps get water our of those hard to reach areas.

-David

KRZTACO · 10-09-2006, 03:31 PM

You need to add an electric Leaf blower to your links on your sig

KRZ

CJ_Boxster · 10-09-2006, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KRZTACO

You need to add an electric Leaf blower to your links on your sig

KRZ

Yeah and a 20ft. extention cord as a mod for it.

ukchris · 10-10-2006, 04:56 AM

Coincidentally I did the same thing for the first time this weekend, I was very impressed with the results, makes drying the car much easier. I could do with a smaller blower but it wasn't too bad, just have to be careful swinging it around. I'd highly recommend this as a part of the car washing procedure.

Chris.

RandallNeighbour · 10-10-2006, 05:21 AM

We need a professional comment on this technique from Perfectlap!

Grizzly · 10-10-2006, 08:03 AM

I've been using the leaf blower method for years, with excellent results. Hit it with the blower, blot it dry with a microfiber waffle towel, hit the door jambs, etc. and you're good to go. The best part is that water doesn't come out from every crevice on your first drive, ruining all your hard work.

MNBoxster · 10-10-2006, 08:12 AM

Hi,

FYI, you can accomplish the same thing by using a Shop Vac and reversing the hose so that it blows. It may take slightly longer though. Of course, you want to clean it and it's filter thoroughly so you're not bombarding the car with all sorts of dust and grit...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99