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    Kirby shampoo system review (with pics)

    Glad I searched! I was planning on using my shampooer this weekend (in the mood to spring clean) when I read this thread! Was wondering how the kirby does on shampooing.. your Demo is excellent! The comments to vacuum regular for about six weeks has caused me to back off my idea to shampoo...
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    Collections.. help me understand

    Wondering WHY each of you collects vacuums! I understand collecting vacuums is a lot like some collect stamps, dolls, cars, etc... But many of you have stated you enjoy one or three of your machines more than the others... why so many? I've heard some of you mention you have HUNDREDS! ?? And...
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Thank you everyone So, after talking further with the guy that had the less expensive Sentria, I'm glad i spent the extra hundred... he doesn't have any of the manuals, disks, nor the shampooer.... and, mine was manufactured in May of '12, his was '06.... :) (my son opted to take my old...
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    BAGLESS Kirby

    The bag less systems do not appeal to me, no matter the brand... just dumping that stuff into the garbage can is hard to breathe! then, to have to spend about ten minutes cleaning the can and filter? hhhnnnn, i'll take the bag, tu.
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Does Kirby have a window washing kit? it does everything else! (please, don't laugh! I'm serious!) LOL
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    again, thank you! looks like that site will come in handy for future needs! Belts, brushes, etc... though right now everything is in MINT condition :)
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    ah hah! I bet they did replace it and say they only used once.. but then again, it is a may 2012 model... either way, I think I got a steal!
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Stan I'm assuming the disc I have will tell me how to use it as well? I didn't realize I could throw the bag in the washer! swwweeettt! Can I put anything in the bag for deodorizing?
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    the whole kit and caboodle! here's the entire thing...
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Kirby Unveiled! Here's my baby!
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Thank you CTV! I will wash it! I put the floor head back on and it's not squealing anymore.. might of been how the head was attached? Someone needs to learn about her new machine! Anyway, I'm LOOKING for things to use this baby on!!!!!!!! :) too bad I only have 900 sq feet, and the...
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    BUYERS REMORSE! So after vacuuming one room my air stinks! I think this was sitting in water at one point, hence the rust on the axel... can anyone help me? (I called to return it, they hung up on me :( )
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    OK, excited and disappointed at same time OK, so I bought the machine for 300... but it's a sentria not a sentria 2.... they said they used it once. there was scuff marks on the rubber part of the head, though it does look like it could of been from one or two uses, (it's not scuffed like...
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Stan... here you are http://rochester.craigslist.org/app/4308146507.html http://rochester.craigslist.org/hsh/4379623305.html going to look at the second one now, this is the one she says they only used once. the first one I'm hoping my son will take!
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    Which vacuum stands the test of time?

    Thank you Stan! I can't access craigslist from here at work (site limitations) but if you want to look at both... Rochester.craigslist.org one is in Henrietta listed for 240., the newer one is listed in Mendon for 350.
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