Shop vac attachments?
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I don't have alot so I just use the molded in holders on the shopvac chassis.
HenryAZ
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I use the crevice tool attachment 99% of the time. I keep the other attachments in a cabinet, not stored on the vacuum. It also makes storing the hose easier. Wrap a couple of turns around the vacuum body, and slip the crevice tool under the handle.
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CJ7VFR
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I do the same. I keep them attached to the shopvac so they are always right there when I need them.
I do have a few extra hoses that I use from time to time if I need to reach an area that is too far for the standard hose that is attached to the shopvac. I keep those hoses coiled up in a cabinet.
Jim
I've got a wall mount vacuum with a 50 ft hose. I had the vac mounted at the back of my garage, then ran the hose to the front and used a garden hose hanger with a storage compartment in the middle to hold the excess hose and the attachments. It worked out great for me.
Brian
nadogail
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I keep my shop vac attachments in the tub of the shop vac.
Lynden
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A mesh bag works well for the smaller accessories. My hoses are coiled and hanging on the side of the extension ladder which is hanging on the garage wall.
CN Spots
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I have mine in a thick corrugated box about the size of a shoebox. In my case, it was more about WHERE they were stored vs what they were stored in.
isb cornbinder
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A mesh bag works well for the smaller accessories. My hoses are coiled and hanging on the side of the extension ladder which is hanging on the garage wall.
This is the best idea yet, for me. Thanks.
What brand/model vac do you have? I would love to get a wall mounted unit. So tired of dragging the canister vac mounted on cheap plastic casters around. Yours must have pretty good suction for you to use a 50’ hose.
I use the molded in's for most used tools; spares and less used ones, couplers, etc, smaller hoses/adapters for sanders, saws, etc, go in a really heavy duty file cabinet given to me by a buddy - the cyclone sits on an ancient sears vac bottom with a camper tape sealed piece of micarta for a top. the Ridgid vac is bolted thru. Base is some scraps, casters are from HD (usually found near the shelf units, have 3/8" threaded stems ... Steve
I know, not really compact but I check the vac/filter every few YEARS, and generally empty the sears "bucket" MAYBE once a year
I know, not really compact but I check the vac/filter every few YEARS, and generally empty the sears "bucket" MAYBE once a year
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PhantomEB
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I like the mesh bag idea. Then just blow it all off before opening the bag as my attachments sit for weeks, perhaps months on end!
Getting a new little shop vac soon too so will incorporate this idea.
Getting a new little shop vac soon too so will incorporate this idea.
LS6 Tommy
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I have the older version of the Craftsman 5 gallon wall mounted portable. It has a little bin on the bottom for the attachments. My BBC is sitting on the engine stand right in front of it, so getting to the attachments is kind of a pain right now.
Tommy
Tommy
Retroman
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+1 on the Vacumaid with the 50' hose. I taped one of those remote on/off switches right where the hose meets the steel receiver that the attachments go into so I can turn on/off with having to walk back to the vac each time.
senlow
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I have a different system for each of my vacuums:
Big vacuum on wheels
I keep accessories in a fabric bag that hangs on the handle of the vacuum. The hoses are hung on the wall where the vac is stored.
Hand carry vacuum
I store the hose and accessories in a plastic case that originally held the Makita SDS drill.
Cordless wet/dry vac
Everything is stored onboard in the factory niches. I don't keep any extra hoses or accessories with it. I use this vacuum for quick simple jobs.
Big vacuum on wheels
I keep accessories in a fabric bag that hangs on the handle of the vacuum. The hoses are hung on the wall where the vac is stored.
Hand carry vacuum
I store the hose and accessories in a plastic case that originally held the Makita SDS drill.
Cordless wet/dry vac
Everything is stored onboard in the factory niches. I don't keep any extra hoses or accessories with it. I use this vacuum for quick simple jobs.
Firebrick43
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Used the 3D printer to make mating tapered storage post on the dust deputy cart
Used the 3D printer to make mating tapered storage post on the dust deputy cart
kmccorm2000
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Milk crate with small bungee cords along the sides to hold some of the parts upright.
LS6 Tommy
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Shadowdog500
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I keep the attachments in a bucket. I have about 8 extensions because I have a sears extension kit to vacuum my gutters. I have two stacks of 4 Extensions leaning in the corner of my shop.
Here is the $21 sears Gutter cleaning shop vac accessory Kit. Makes cleaning gutters a breeze.
https://www.sears.com/craftsman-gutter-cleaning-accessory-kit/p-00916935000P
Here is the $21 sears Gutter cleaning shop vac accessory Kit. Makes cleaning gutters a breeze.
https://www.sears.com/craftsman-gutter-cleaning-accessory-kit/p-00916935000P
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Retroman
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They have a wet pick up kit that goes with it for an additional $120.00 I have not purchased that yet but will soon.
LS6 Tommy
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Ooof. Getting a little too spendy for me.
I think I'd just make a wet pickup out of a 5 gallon spackle bucket...Tommy
rburke65
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$120 !!.....that’s a little strong! Ok....a lot strong....
Zeus36
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Outlander
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The corner opposite the mess I am trying to clean is where I seem to keep the attachment I need
Otherwise in whatever the vacuum provides.