Recent content by josh

I've rebuilt 3 Orecks recently. A commercial model, a curved headlight model, and an XL21. I liked that they were simple to work on, and I see the appeal of their light weight. I did find the regular models to be noisy and not clean the greatest, but thought the XL21 was good. A lot quieter...

That's one of my favorite power nozzles. I used one paired with a TriStar for a long time because I liked the way it groomed and just seemed to work well overall. Have you cracked it open to see if there is a model number on the motor?

I agree with everyone here. The red accents look tacky. The 100th anniversary model looked much better.

I oftentimes call carbonated beverages "soda pop" - it upsets people no matter what region of the country I'm in.

That's an awesome looking machine! I've never seen one before.

That's a great looking collection!

It looks like the wheels are aqua on one side, and white replacements on the other. I've got two aqua G machines, each with one white replacement wheel. Eventually I'll put all matched wheels on the one in better shape.

I most definitely have to agree with others - the current Kirby is one of the best looking new vacuums available.

That looks awesome!

I think it's bad when a previous high quality brand suddenly has their name on lower quality machines, or a different style of machine. For example, TTI badging plastic Hoovers as Royals. It degrades the name and the image people have of the company. Sometimes rebranding takes away the...

Another brand to keep your eyes open for is Compact, or as they are more recently called, TriStar. Great machines, powerful, and easy to service. You can find them occasionally in garage sales and resale shops. I have one I only paid $10 for, and another I got for about $12. I also agree...

I just picked up a Silverado yesterday! They are excellent machines.

That was awesome! Nice work on that ad!

Kenny- Just got the newsletter yesterday. Thanks!

That's a beautiful machine, Kyle. If we were a little closer I'd be all over it! I love the Diamond J's colors. One of the best looking of that style Electrolux, in my opinion.