Looking For a New Vacuum

[Beemerboy]

My shop vac is starting to make a high screeching noise.
Still works OK but its starting to go.I`ve been a fan of shop vac, but open to
Something new. Suggestions?

[BobbyG]

Hi Dave,

I`m looking for a quality vacuum that won`t break the bank. The one I have is about 25 years old, heavy, and doesn`t vacuum like it used to. I`ve been looking at a compact unit over at Home Depot but I`d like to hear what you guys say.....

[Pats300zx]

I have 2 Rigids and I am very happy with them. One of the Rigid vac that folds up into a self contained unit. Great suction as well.

[BobbyG]

Hi Pat,

Which Rigid models do you have?

What ever I end up buying the bottom line is it needs to vacuum thoroughly and cleanly.

[Bunky]

Richy has suggested a wet/dry vac that has the lift of a metro but wet/dry - PowerFlite PF51.

[Eagle fan]

I have a Rigid. Dont think they make this 1 anymore. It looks like a toolbox. Works really well. Still have a shop vac, but its to big to haul around for me

[mrclean81]

Griots makes a very nice one that reminds me of a Metro. They have them in their catalog for $89.99 My Shop Vac is on its last leg as well, and this is the direction Im going this time.

Check this out
http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...do?from=Search

[rzatch]

It looks nice but is quite small. Wish there were some reviews on it.

[rzatch]

Richy has suggested a wet/dry vac that has the lift of a metro but wet/dry - PowerFlite PF51.

Has some nice features.

Product Features:
114 CFM with 100" waterlift
Convenient 5 gallon size
Heavy-duty polyethylene tank
Built in wheels
Comes complete with tools: 11" rug, crevice, dust, and squeegee
Tank 5 gallon Polyethylene
Motor 1200 watts
CFM 114
Waterlift 100 inches
Recovery 5 gallons
Filter Permanent cloth, washable
Hose 1.25" x 7
Tools 11" rug, dust, crevice and squeegee
Wheels 4 -3" swivel casters
Warranty 4 yrs. tank, 1 yr. motor, parts and workmanship
Weight (lbs.) 17

[mrclean81]

It looks nice but is quite small. Wish there were some reviews on it.

I know. I like it because I work out of my Tahoe, and I need all the room I can get. Im glad my big Shop Vac is dying Im planning on getting one fairly soon so I`ll be sure to do a full review on it

[JohnZ3MC]

Dave,
Give the Ridgid 16 gal with detachable blower a look. I have it and with it`s great locking hose system, I drag it around like a rented mule.
Sometimes they go on sale too so the deal is even better.
Model WD1680 i think.

[Iomcamaro]

I just got this vac. Sears: Online department store featuring appliances, tools, fitness equipment and more
It is a rebranded Vacmaster. It has a 5 hp motor with 88" of lift IIRC. It sucks! It is very nice. It can be mounted to the wall and taken off easily. The hose that comes with it is 20 ft long and is very soft and flexible so you don`t have to buy another hose. It picks up stuff out of carpet with ease and comes with a lot of attachments for the price.

[BobbyG]

It looks nice but is quite small. Wish there were some reviews on it.

That`s what she said!!

[Old Pirate]

That`s what she said!!

[Old Pirate]

Mine is a 28 plus yr one from Sear`s and I`ll be looking for one soon. I did use Todd`s metro vac once and was very impress with it`s power ..