Shop-Vac

[Redneck Rebel]

Looking to get a new wet/dry vac. Any of ya'll have experience with the Shop-Vac brand stainless steel models?? I don't foresee any need for a large sized one so I am contemplating a 5.5hp 8 gallon.

Walmart.com: Shop-Vac 5.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Vacuum, 8 Gallon: Appliances (http://www.walmart.com/ip/Shop-Vac-5.5-Peak-HP-Stainless-Steel-Vacuum-8-Gallon/15406666)

[Quads]

Personally don't own one but the dude that painted our house in Ca. had one which I used the shit out of. The stainless, while looks nice, does nothing for functionality. That being said, I'd probably go with something from Lowes.

[Redneck Rebel]

Personally don't own one but the dude that painted our house in Ca. had one which I used the shit out of. The stainless, while looks nice, does nothing for functionality. That being said, I'd probably go with something from Lowes.

Yeah, I was rethinking this after I posted. Considering I'll want something somewhat portable a 30lb empty shop-vac doesn't exactly fit the bill.

[Redneck Rebel]

This Kobalt unit looks appealing, now if only I can find some reviews.
http://www.lowes.com/pd_120940-10345-KWM508_4294857472+4294965883_4294937087_?catalogId =10051&productId=3125679&Ne=4294937087&identifier=Kobalt&N=4294857472+4294965883&langId=-1&Ns=p_product_prd_lis_ord_nbr|0||p_product_quantity _sold|1&storeId=10151&searchQueryType=1

[spade117]

If you wait about 10 months, you'll find some great deals on some.

[Hirize]

Fuck the kobalt piece of shit!

Two years ago got a new Kobalt for Xmas and it sucks cause it does not suck well!!!!!

Lets see.......hmmmm...........................OK, 19 years ago I got a top of the line Sears shop vac and that fucking thing is still a MONSTER compared to the Kobalt POS.

I have used it to suck up water, Dust from a grinder taking up tile thinset. Cleaning cars, cleaning garage with TONS of sawdust and I still use it almost every day connected to my planer to suck up dust. If "I" was a shop vac "I" would have died by now!!! That thing is a monster!!!!
One tough son of a bitch!!!

Anyway that's what I know..............................

Aloha, Pete

[sunsetpizza]

x2 ^^

I use the shit out of my craftsman - it runs great.

[Aust1227]

I use my crafstman hard. And it does great!

[antistan]

craftsman in my garage. empty hot tub, sawdust, everything i throw at it! It sucks!

[wyatt880]

I've got a Ridgid wet/dry. I don't use it a ton, but it does a good job cleaning the garage and the cars. Use it some as a vacuum attachment for the router, and it does well there too.

[Redneck Rebel]

Fuck the kobalt piece of shit!

Two years ago got a new Kobalt for Xmas and it sucks cause it does not suck well!!!!!

Lets see.......hmmmm...........................OK, 19 years ago I got a top of the line Sears shop vac and that fucking thing is still a MONSTER compared to the Kobalt POS.

I have used it to suck up water, Dust from a grinder taking up tile thinset. Cleaning cars, cleaning garage with TONS of sawdust and I still use it almost every day connected to my planer to suck up dust. If "I" was a shop vac "I" would have died by now!!! That thing is a monster!!!!
One tough son of a bitch!!!

Anyway that's what I know..............................

Aloha, Pete

Well that sucks, the concept looked pretty sweet when I watched the demo, but go figure they drop the ball on actual performance.

[Irish]

I've got two different sized craftsman shop vacs, no problem with either and you'll always be able to find replacement filters.

[ACE'S FULL]

I've got a Ridgid wet/dry. I don't use it a ton, but it does a good job cleaning the garage and the cars. Use it some as a vacuum attachment for the router, and it does well there too.

This...

[Redneck Rebel]

Was just comparing the Ridgid and Craftsman models.... looks to me like Craftsmans are nothing more than a Ridgid with different color plastic parts and $20-$40 tacked on to the price.

Exhibit 1 : Craftsman Professional -16 Gallon Stainless Wet/Dry Vac (http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_00917778000P?vName=Storage+%26+Garag e&cName=Garage+%26+Work+Area&sName=Wet-Dry+Vacs&prdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=L6)

Exhibit 2 : Stainless vac w/cart - RIDGID Professional Tools (http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/WD1956-Stainless-Vac/EN/index.htm)

[ACE'S FULL]

Was just comparing the Ridgid and Craftsman models.... looks to me like Craftsmans are nothing more than a Ridgid with different color plastic parts and $20-$40 tacked on to the price.

Exhibit 1 : Craftsman Professional -16 Gallon Stainless Wet/Dry Vac (http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_00917778000P?vName=Storage+%26+Garag e&cName=Garage+%26+Work+Area&sName=Wet-Dry+Vacs&prdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=L6)

Exhibit 2 : Stainless vac w/cart - RIDGID Professional Tools (http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/WD1956-Stainless-Vac/EN/index.htm)

While that maybe true but what is your need to have a stainless model? Did I miss something some where? Seems like a waste to me something to get messed up in the garage and such. Otherwise I think you maybe on to something there.

[Crawland]

Whatever you get, make sure it has a wide set wheels and the center of gravity isn't to high. I have a small shop vac. That piece of shit tips over everytime it hits a pebble.

I used my dads craftsman while I was working on the basement. Much sturdier and the suction was good.

[Redneck Rebel]

While that maybe true but what is your need to have a stainless model? Did I miss something some where? Seems like a waste to me something to get messed up in the garage and such. Otherwise I think you maybe on to something there.

Those were just an example. If you look at other Craftsman vs. Ridgid models you'll see the same similarities. The stainless where initially appealing because I want something that can take some abuse in the bed of a truck and such.

I'm looking at the plastic cart mounted model now. I need something with some mobility to get in and out of truck and van, easy to drag up or down stairs, etc and something that I'm not going to have to replace every year. While the smaller models seem appealing from a grab and go standpoint they really aren't gonna cut it when emptying requires a trip up & down stairs and what not.

[Quads]

Whatever you get, make sure it has a wide set wheels and the center of gravity isn't to high. I have a small shop vac. That piece of shit tips over everytime it hits a pebble.

I used my dads craftsman while I was working on the basement. Much sturdier and the suction was good.

Put a brick (or :br: :br: ) in the bottom of the vac. I have the same issue with a small shop vac I have.

[Crawland]

^^Not a bad idea. At the very least I'll get a little better workout when I throw the damn thing across the room.

[Redneck Rebel]

After 3 days of research I've settled on my choice.

RIDGID 16-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac - WD1851 at The Home Depot
(http://www.homedepot.com/Appliances-Vacuums-Floor-Care-Wet-Dry-Vacuums/h_d1/N-5yc1vZbv79/R-100638360/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053)

[huge1s]

Put a brick (or :br: :br: ) in the bottom of the vac. I have the same issue with a small shop vac I have.

have a link for where you can get these specifically designed shop-vac bricks? can you get ones that match your shop-vac?

[Quads]

Round concrete stepping stone from any landscaping / big box store.