- Is the 6.5 hp motor a real upgrade over the 5.5 hp Shop-Vac?
- Shop-Vac rates the SVX2 motor at 6.5 peak horsepower and says it delivers more power and longer motor life than its standard 5.5 peak hp motor. Peak horsepower is a maximum figure, so expect stronger suction than the smaller motor rather than a proportional jump in everyday cleaning.
- Can it pick up water and dry debris?
- Yes. It is a wet/dry vacuum, so it takes both liquid spills and dry messes. You switch the filter setup for wet pickup, and the cartridge filter is meant for dry debris.
- What is the blower port for?
- The hose attaches to the rear blower port, turning the vacuum into a blower. That lets you push dirt out of hard-to-reach places instead of vacuuming it up.
- How big is the tank, and how often will I empty it?
- The tank holds 14 gallons. That is large for a home shop vacuum, so most garage or basement jobs need fewer empties than a 5 or 6 gallon unit.
- Is it easy to move around?
- A 14-gallon tank and a large motor make it heavier and bulkier than compact shop vacuums. It suits being rolled around a garage or basement more than being carried up stairs.
- Who is it not for?
- Shoppers wanting a light, compact vacuum for quick car or stair cleanup will find it big and heavy. It fits large, messy jobs better than small touch-ups.
- Where is the Shop-Vac 8251405 Wet/Dry Vacuum, 14 gal, Cartridge, 6.5 hp, Black cheapest?
- At Mrosupreme.com, for $188.09, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Shop-Vac 8251405 Wet/Dry Vacuum, 14 gal, Cartridge, 6.5 hp, Black?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Mrosupreme.com, Jamaica Hardware & Paints, Shell Lumber and Hardware, B2BBulk, Home and Country USA.