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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Originally posted by RaskyR1 View PostI don't think I could do a full detail on a car without it!
-Blowing off engine and exterior nooks & crannies
-Purging interior to get all the loose debirs out from hard to reach areas
-Detailing vents, pockets, and other tight areas
-Blowing off wool pads
-A must for the cheap carpet in some cars...like the junk they used in the old ****!!!
Originally posted by Calais View PostThey wouldn't sell me cans of compressed air at Staples the other day because they thought I was going to huff it. They needed to see an ID! I showed them my bag full of detailing supplies, told them what I use it for and they gave me a look that said "a likely story".Learning new things everyday
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Originally posted by Calais View PostThey wouldn't sell me cans of compressed air at Staples the other day because they thought I was going to huff it. They needed to see an ID! I showed them my bag full of detailing supplies, told them what I use it for and they gave me a look that said "a likely story".
I said no. Not for not wanting though. I have no room for a compressor at the moment.
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Originally posted by Calais View PostThey wouldn't sell me cans of compressed air at Staples the other day because they thought I was going to huff it. They needed to see an ID! I showed them my bag full of detailing supplies, told them what I use it for and they gave me a look that said "a likely story".
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
I have a 20 gallon air compressor my stepdad left. But I don't see the point of using it, nor do I even know how to use itToyota Corolla S ZZE136L
After using UC, UP, and UW... I'm not happy with smooth as glass.
Smooth as Glass is an old standard, the new standard for paint texture is Meguiar's Ultimate Quality...
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Bah I wish there was a 3rd poll option: "No, but wish I did"
I used them frequently at the detail shop but don't own a compressor at home. Great tool to have as a detailer imo.Detailing Enthusiast
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
I just used my air compressor for detailing for the first time a couple of days ago. I thought I kept my 2 year old truck extremely clean ( I normally vacuum under the seats often). I was surprised by how much debris I blew out from underneath the seats. I was also pleasantly surprised how much faster and effective, I was at vacuuming lint etc. out out of the seats and carpet. Just a quick shot with the air while holding the vacuum nozzle in front to catch the debris was all it took.
I did have to wear hearing protection however as the combination of vacuum and air was quite loud. I also wore safety glasses. I always use safety gear so this is no big deal to me. I wear hearing protection with the G110V2 as well.
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Originally posted by Bandit Bill View PostI was also pleasantly surprised how much faster and effective, I was at vacuuming ...Just a quick shot...to catch the debris was all it took.
"Just a quick shot with the air while holding the vacuum nozzle in front to catch the debris was all it took."
It's about the weight...something light enough to put up on a high shelf.
If you filled the tank and turned off the compressor do you think you'd have enough pressure for the required number of quick shots without sacrificing your standards for the interior.
Thanks [hopefully not just for me.]Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts.
by John Wooden
'88 Honda
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Originally posted by Jossy92 View PostThanks for the feedback. Any advice on the smallest tank/compressor that would get your interior done? [IE. "surprise you"].
This is what I was using with absolutely no issues. 6 gallon, 150 psi max.
However, I would prefer something smaller, quieter, lighter for mobile detailing. Sorry I don't have a recommendation.
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Originally posted by Bandit Bill View Post... I was using... 6 gallon, 150 psi max.
.would prefer something smaller for mobile detailing.
I am leaning towards a carrier as I will seldom use it.Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts.
by John Wooden
'88 Honda
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Costco has some pretty cheap small compressors. If you don't like them you can always take them back.
I'd stay away from the tank only models. You'll likely never use it, as it will be a pain in the but to take to the gas station etc to refill. You loose a lot of air pressure quickly with a blowing air out to atmosphere. It's not the same as inflating a tire.
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Re: Do you use compressed air while detailing?
Originally posted by imacarnut View PostUnfortunately not. That's where the leaf blower comes in.
I once put swirls in my paint just to see what it looked like.
I don't always detail cars, but when I do, I prefer Meguiar's.
Remove swirls my friends.
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