Makita DUB185Z

Makita DUB185Z I needed a new blower so I purchased a Makita DUB 185Z because I already have several LXT batteries to use. I was very surprised how good it really was, I used a 5a/h which has lasted quite some time before it has needed a recharge. The blower has more than enough power to do my back and front driveways and large back patio. I also purchased the bag for it to convert to a vacuum as well, although the bag is quite small it is still good enough for the small jobs around the outside of the house and garage. It is quite light to use compared to my blower vac which it quite heavy and awkward to use. I also purchased the longer tube owing to the fact that the small rubber tube it came with was to short causing me to bend over a lot when using it. Some people who have purchased the blower have stated the most annoying thing is if you are right handed like me is the air intake keeps sucking your shirt or shorts over the intake so to remedy that I heated up a plastic 90 degree bend to redirect the intake to the front which is removable if I chose to use the bag (problem fixed ). I really like the fact that it is light to use and gets the job done as intended not awkward like my blower/vac.

Gardening experience – Reasonably light in weight. Very easy to use. Would recommend min 5v battery. Has a variable speed right at the fingertip, which is great for controlling where the leaf litter direction.

Good light weight blower, plenty of power for a small to medium size garden – Nice and compact, light and powerful. Thus far the battery has been good. However on the downside, the air intake is on the left and if you are right handed, and have it close to your body, you tend to suck in any loose clothing (shorts, t-shirts) you are wearing. Also the trigger switch is not ergonomic, not comfortable at all. DUB185Z comes with a short rubber nozzle, only useful for clearing benches, so ended buying the 558mm (22") Long Floor Nozzle.