I use Rainbow D4C-SE, Filter Queen Majestic, 1931 Hoover 2 speed, and a Kirby from around 1964, I also have a 1924 Hoover with tools. Hose is hard as a rock.
What are your dream machines yet to be found?
I'm always on the look out for Hoover Concept Ones.
What are your earliest and favorite vacuum memories?
I was given a first gen Rainbow at the end of the day estate sale for free. I brought it home and gave it to my neighbor since it seemed to not work correctly. I didn't realize until he took it home it required water. He brought it over with water in it. I said, " Duh! I didn't realize it was a Rainbow. I'd not seen one that old.
What is the history of vacuum you have owned?
I'm a thrift store shopper and curb finder. I have never, nor will never buy a brand new appliance.
Have you ever worked on, repaired and/or restored any vacuum cleaners?
I've worked on and restored about every make and model of vacuum cleaner and carpet cleaner. I had a vacuum cleaner repair/ sales, and carpet cleaning business for 10 years.
