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Air Force Blaster Sidekick small vehicle or motorcycle air dryer Metro Vacuum Made in USA

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,019 ratings

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  • Sturdy All Steel, Lightweight easy to handle, Powerful air gets into those nooks and crannies.
  • Motor: 1.3 Peak HP, 8 Amps, 960 Watts, Airflow: CFM/FPM 18,000 ft./min.
  • Accessories: Heavy Duty Neoprene Blower Blower and Air Flare Nozzles
  • Air Force Blaster Sidekick Car and Motorcycle Dryer
  • Best of All MADE IN USA

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Handy is the best way to describe the Air Force Blaster Sidekick! Dry your motorcycle in minutes with warm (30 degrees F above ambient), dry filtered air generated by this hand held powerhouse!!! Getting a professional-quality, dry finish to your car or bike has never been easier than it is with the Air Force Blaster Sidekick! It’ll dry your bike in minutes and make quick work out of blasting water out of those hard to reach areas on your car or truck. Blaster Sidekick is the perfect way to expel water from your side-view mirrors, door jams, body seams, grills, lights, and engine or more, the Sidekick dryer does it all! The all-steel construction of the Air Force Blaster Sidekick by MetroVac has a durable build, while only weighing just over three pounds. Don’t be fooled, this lightweight car dryer packs a powerful 1.3 HP motor and single-stage fan that can move 18,000 feet of air per minute. Its portable build means the Sidekick delivers high-performance drying results without added strain on your muscles. The Sidekick features a 14 inch heavy-duty power cord, durable neoprene nozzle and air flare, as well as an EZ Change foam filter. Best of all, this car and motorcycle dryer is designed to save you time and leave your vehicle looking pristine and ready to ride!!

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
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Customers like the quality, weight and drying time of the air conditioner. For example, they mention it's very powerful, easy to use and light weight. That said, they say it helps dry everything almost instantly and is the best for drying rims. Customers are also happy with value, and versatility. That being said, opinions are mixed on the cord length and air pressure.

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82 customers mention69 positive13 negative

Customers like the quality of the air conditioner. They say it is very powerful, does a decent job, and is a great little blower. Customers also mention that the blower is small but it packs a tremendous amount of performance. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and performance of the product.

"...I even buy this as a housewarming gift for friends. This thing is amazing." Read more

"...Decided to dry the entire car (a small SUV) and it actually does a decent job...." Read more

"...The new unit is just as powerful, if not more powerful than the old one. It really hasn't changed much, which is a good thing...." Read more

"...Having said that, the blower seems to work." Read more

18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

Customers like the weight of the air conditioner. They mention it's very light, easy to carry, and a small powerful package.

"Powerful blower and light weight makes it effortless to dry cars." Read more

"Light and powerful little thing plus the rubber tip makes it safe around you car I wish I had bought this a lot sooner!" Read more

"This is very impressive ! A bit heavy, for my little arms, but made well, puts out a great air flow ! Glad I bought it !" Read more

"...to dry my car so it doesn’t leave water stains on the car it’s somewhat lightweight but it’s super easy to use just plug it in and flip the switch..." Read more

17 customers mention14 positive3 negative

Customers like the drying time of the air conditioner. They mention that it helps dry everything almost instantly, and can cut drying time to 15 minutes. The drier is robust and powerful, making it easy to dry cars. It's also beneficial for window drying, and makes the drying process much less labor-intensive. It is also great on car wheels and drying rotors after cleaning.

"...does not save a ton of time, it does make the drying process much less labor-intensive and reduces the amount of physical contact necessary to dry..." Read more

"...It's perfect for drying tires and rims before applying wheel products or tire dressing. I'm thrilled Metro Vacuum is still making these units...." Read more

"...It also heats the air to a nice warmth that helps dry everything almost instantly...." Read more

"...It drys just as well and it’s easier to handle, quieter than the ego, and one major bonus, the cone/tapered attachment is soft rubber...." Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers find the air conditioner easy to use. They say it's convenient, simple, and multi-use. Customers also mention that it saves time and is a great little tool to have on hand.

"...It saves me so much time, and I dont have to see the ugly water drainage spots left after admiring a clean car...." Read more

"...It drys just as well and it’s easier to handle, quieter than the ego, and one major bonus, the cone/tapered attachment is soft rubber...." Read more

"Great little tool to have on hand. Has multiple use functions...." Read more

"Easy to use, very powerful. Love the rubberized tip" Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the air conditioner. They say it is worth every penny, it is a great product at a very fair price, and it is easy to use.

"...Worth every penny. Stop reading the reviews and order it already!" Read more

"...I know they are a little pricey, but well worth it. Quality little blower for certain!" Read more

"...few weeks, but feel this was money well spent..a super performer & great value!" Read more

"Light, powerful, does a good job! Good buy for the amount of money spent!" Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the versatility of the air conditioner. They mention that it is a great tool for small cars and bikes, and is perfect for Harley Davidson. They also say that it works great and is fantastic for getting into small areas that other blowers are not able to.

"This little thing works great it's Fantastic Four getting into small areas that other blowers are not able to I use it for interior detail for air..." Read more

"...It is also great for detailing engine and wheels." Read more

"This dryer is perfect for our Harley Davidson. It's powerful but not too large...highly recommend!" Read more

"Works great. Really makes a difference in the details especially washing and drying wheels" Read more

17 customers mention6 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the cord length of the air conditioner. Some mention that it's powerful but not too large, and small vac tubes fit. It helps to get into tight areas and such to dry your car. However, others say that the cord is super short and you need an extension cord.

"...My last one lasted 12 years. Only reason it died was it developed a short in the pigtail cord, but that was my fault from doing a loop in the..." Read more

"Honestly it does dry a car pretty quick, it really helps to get into tight areas and such to dry your car, especially around door handles, mirrors,..." Read more

"...The electric cord is rather short but it does the job." Read more

"...The power cord is comically short, so I use an extension cord. For 5 stars, it would be quieter and have a 6’ cord." Read more

12 customers mention8 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the air pressure of the product. Some mention that it blows a surprising amount of air, at a high rate, and is perfect for drying cars. However, others say that it turns on but doesn't blow any air.

"...n't expect much from such a small blower but this thing puts out a surprising amount of air...." Read more

"Generally pleased with the blower. Air flow could be a little higher." Read more

"...A bit heavy, for my little arms, but made well, puts out a great air flow ! Glad I bought it !" Read more

"...This is insanely good for that need. It blows incredibly hard either either tip fitted and gets water out of every single nook abs cranny...." Read more

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I took delivery of the box inside a plastic bag. You can see the punctured box that was inside the bag. Better yet, the nozzle shows signs of previous use. Having said that, the blower seems to work.
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Pedro S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works as intended!
Reviewed in Canada on April 24, 2023
Ricardo
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
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Diego G.
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellenet for blowing out behind badges, grills and in hard to get places.
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