Best replacement for Rigid shop Vac hose
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RIDGID 1-7/8 in. x 10 ft. LA2570 Locking Professional Vacuum Hose Shop Vacuum Attachment Kit for RIDGID Wet Dry Vacs LA2570 - The Home Depot
Keep your surroundings clean without any effort by using this fantastic RIDGID Pro-Grade Locking Vacuum Hose Kit for Select RIDGID Wet or Dry Shop Vacuums.
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four.cycle
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I use the old hoses from my old (and long gone) Craftsman shop-vacs. They work great.
The Ridgid hose: screwball fittings on the end don't fit the other hoses.
The Ridgid hose: screwball fittings on the end don't fit the other hoses.
I have that orange hose on my Rigid shop vac it's a solid hose. I think I actually have two of them connected together with a piece of pvc. Don't remember if I had to buy adapter or if it came with hose but they sell that hose specifically for the Rigid vacs so adapter should be easy to find if needed.
16again
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Been using this hose kit for a few years. No complaints, works great.RIDGID 1-7/8 in. x 10 ft. LA2570 Locking Professional Vacuum Hose Shop Vacuum Attachment Kit for RIDGID Wet Dry Vacs LA2570 - The Home Depot
Keep your surroundings clean without any effort by using this fantastic RIDGID Pro-Grade Locking Vacuum Hose Kit for Select RIDGID Wet or Dry Shop Vacuums.www.homedepot.com
MileHighRover
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I'd go for--
Something like this
Smooth on the inside and a much better hose than the typical wet/dry vac hoses.
Something like this
Smooth on the inside and a much better hose than the typical wet/dry vac hoses.
Fav Onefour
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I have a few of the H D 1-7/8 hose kits. They work fairly good. You do lose a little volume and the ends like to work loose. They are still better than the stockers for about 90% of the stuff I'm doing. For the other 10% I throw on the original stiff ******.
The hose kit that @MileHighRover suggested is interesting. The price is about the same as the smaller H D hose kit. I wonder how the ends work with the short collared clip inlets H D uses on their vacs?
The hose kit that @MileHighRover suggested is interesting. The price is about the same as the smaller H D hose kit. I wonder how the ends work with the short collared clip inlets H D uses on their vacs?
jskicet
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A few years ago when I used to track my cars I needed some flexible brake cooling hose for the front brakes (I installed backing plates that had provisions for hoses to run to the front of the car. I found some rv sewer tank flex hose that was the perfect fit and it held up well and it was cheap. I don't remember the exact size but it was either 2 1/4 or 2 1/2 if I remember correctly. That might be an option. I think I found it at Home Depot...maybe, if not there maybe an RV center. Something similar to this...
jfleisher
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I’ve always wondered, why are shop (and regular vacs, for that matter) vacuum hoses corrugated? To give stuff a better chance to get caught in the hose?
Fav Onefour
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It's a cheaper method to make hose that can do bendaroonies without goings thicker double wall the entire length. I do agree that the insides should at the very least be smooth wall. But, smooth wall would be more expensive.
senlow
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Cen-tec makes very good hose. The exterior is corrugated and the interior is somewhat smooth. Mr. Nozzle offers a similar product.
Solpainter
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I bought the Rigid hose mentioned above years ago because of the 10 ft length. I am very pleased with it and would buy it again.
I do, it makes a good Ridgid Vac into a great Ridgid Vac. When I purchased mine I believe it was a car wash kit that had extra attachments that were unique. The hose alone makes a big difference.
mike93lx
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I have the 10' Ridgid hose and love it. Also have a 25' dustless technologies on a reel and it's of equal quality.
The Ridgid is perfect for day to day and I consider it a must buy to replace the junk that comes with most vacs today
The Ridgid is perfect for day to day and I consider it a must buy to replace the junk that comes with most vacs today
CraigStu
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I clicked the HD link above and notice they also offer a 7ft version. The hose is black but same diameter so I hope it is same flexibility. I will find out in the next few days. I don't want 10ft because it will be constantly on the floor. OP thanks for this thread. My vac is probably 10yrs old and the hose has been a constant pain in the ****.
mike93lx
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The 7 footer is not the same at all. It's a basic corrugated plastic hose.
The 10 footer can easily be cut down. The ends unscrew
hefnerconstructionlc
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As said above the orange hose kit from HD is the one to buy. The fittings screw on and off for different size shop vacs. The hose is flexible and durable. I have three of them for my construction company and all of them are at least 10 years old and they've worked excellent. The best part is you can pick one up at HD try it on your shop vac see if you like it and if not return it. I think you'll be happy with that.
CraigStu
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Mike93lx, and hefner...,thanks for that info. Orange hose it will be.
I got my hose from https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-1645-kleen-rite-vacuum-hoses.aspx
very good quality, just as good as the Ridgid one but much cheaper and the best part is that you can get it in longer lengths. Super tough and will not collapse or kink.
very good quality, just as good as the Ridgid one but much cheaper and the best part is that you can get it in longer lengths. Super tough and will not collapse or kink.
I got the vac pro ones, so many more color options! they also carry the cuffs for end fittings. Make sure you get the swivel ones, those can rotate so it makes using it so much easier.
olytdi
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When I looked at that link, it topped out at 2 inch hose. What did I miss? Looking for 2-1/2 hose for Ridgid vac as well.
mike93lx
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2" hose works great. It's just the fittings that need to be 2.5"
rebelranger
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Another possible option would be to visit a vacuum cleaner store. They can make up whatever size you want. I’m not sure if they have every size “connector” for the various diameter shop vac hose.
I had a home style hose made up years ago. Depending on the situation, it was often a pleasure to use when I didn’t need a large diameter hose. Takes up less space and easier to roll up.
I had a home style hose made up years ago. Depending on the situation, it was often a pleasure to use when I didn’t need a large diameter hose. Takes up less space and easier to roll up.
karoc
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I have hose that I purchase from car wash supplier. You know those vacuum hoses when cleaning out you vehicle. Mine is about 10 yrs old and has gone through few shop vacs
Just to update everyone..I finally made a decision and it just arrived. it is a 2.5" hose with 2.25" swivel fittings that fit my Ridgid
vac. It is made by Oneida Air Systems ( https://www.oneida-air.com/flex-hose/vacuum-hose/2-5-inch-25-foot-wire-reinforced-vacuum-hose )
Very flexible and should work well. it was more expensive than some others but i think its worth it especially since it has the correct fittings. Thanks for all the help with all your suggestions!
PS. it has a smooth interior!
vac. It is made by Oneida Air Systems ( https://www.oneida-air.com/flex-hose/vacuum-hose/2-5-inch-25-foot-wire-reinforced-vacuum-hose )
Very flexible and should work well. it was more expensive than some others but i think its worth it especially since it has the correct fittings. Thanks for all the help with all your suggestions!
PS. it has a smooth interior!
nadogail
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I would check with your local shop that repairs vacuum cleaners.
I have a length of that hose that came with my CycloneVac from Oneida.. when it get cold it gets very stiff.. I personally am not impressed with their hose.
Mike65
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How about this one from Home Depot.
RIDGID 2-1/2 in. x 20 ft. DUAL-FLEX Tug-A-Long Locking Vacuum Hose for RIDGID Wet/Dry Shop Vacuums LA2522 - The Home Depot
RIDGID's 2-1/2 in. DUAL-FLEX, Tug-A-Long locking hose extends up to 20 ft. for more reach and flexibility than a standard wet/dry vac hose. With the new locking design, your hose locks onto both your vac and your wand or accessory, so nothing falls during use. It fits all RIDGID 2-1/2 in. inlet...
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CraigStu
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I got the orange hose at HD. It is a huge improvement over the OE black stuff.
reader2580
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That black hose from Ridgid sure looks like a longer version of their regular hose.
DGersic
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I’m working on skim coating my living room in preparation for paint. That involves a lot of sanding. My shop vac came with the standard 6’ semi flexible plastic hose. Rather than drag the vac around the room, I bought this 20’ CenTec:
I’m liking it so much that I may buy a second one.
You could cut it down if you want less than 20’, but it’s so nice to only move the hose around, not dragging the vac with it.
I’m liking it so much that I may buy a second one.
You could cut it down if you want less than 20’, but it’s so nice to only move the hose around, not dragging the vac with it.
reader2580
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You may not realize that Emerson made both the older Craftsman shop vacuums and the Ridgid shop vacuums. Back in the 2000s at least, the Ridgid and Craftsman shop vacuums were almost identical with the exception of the color.
Just wanted to provide an update to this thread.
I purchased a 25 foot 2 inch diameter vacuum hose from KLEEN-rite Corp.
I ordered red hose so it would be visible when in use. I got the 25 foot hose, a fixed end cuff and a swivel end cuff for just under $80 with shipping. I received everything in less than 3 days from two of their distribution centers.
Got the hose all assembled and tested it today. It worked like a charm. Hose is definitely much heavier that the originally supplied hose. It should last a long time.
Thanks to @DHCrocks for providing the link above to KLEEN-Rite.
I purchased a 25 foot 2 inch diameter vacuum hose from KLEEN-rite Corp.
I ordered red hose so it would be visible when in use. I got the 25 foot hose, a fixed end cuff and a swivel end cuff for just under $80 with shipping. I received everything in less than 3 days from two of their distribution centers.
Got the hose all assembled and tested it today. It worked like a charm. Hose is definitely much heavier that the originally supplied hose. It should last a long time.
Thanks to @DHCrocks for providing the link above to KLEEN-Rite.