I have a previously-owned wet/dry ShopVac that I have only used for its wet mode (basement floods a lot). I now want to "switch it over" to its dry mode for the first time ever:
Not sure if it helps/matters, but the diameter of the black plastic protusion hanging down underneath the top-part is 5 1/2".
My question: what specific part(s) do I need to buy so that this will work in dry mode (and pick up debris and dust), and how do I install them?
Normally the only difference between wet and dry mode is a filter. Typical paper filters don't do well after getting wet so they need to be removed.
The only thing you should need is a new filter, and maybe a cap used to retain the filter. I've never had that exact brand so I'm not sure how the filter is held in place.
ShopVac is one of the oldest companies making these vacs and their website has a filter finder where you can enter in the model number. Once you find the filter number you can find it for purchase locally or on your favorite site. There's bound to be aftermarket versions as well.
