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  1. K

    Does anyone have a diy recipie for kirby shampoo?

    You don't want to use a Laundry product on a carpet, unless you will be doing a rinse. The residue will cause resoiling very quickly. Kirby's suds, though does leave a residue, is encapsulating and traps the dirt so it can be vacuumed. The dry laundry product will become a binding agent to...
  2. K

    What is the worst vacuum from the past 20-ish years?

    I bought my brother and sister in law a Powercast as a housewarming gift when they bought their house. They absolutely hate it. In fourteen years, I would be safe to say it still has the original bag in it. I thought it was pretty cool. They don't.
  3. K

    I think I’m sticking to bagged

    Bagless Kirby Kirby were traditionally "bagless" or actually a shake out bag for many years. If you are referring to the bagless conversion, I beg you with all that is holy, please do not resurrect the Keeler thread.
  4. K

    I Finally Went For It

    I found errors in my post above, but it's too late to correct them. That's what I get for being in a hurry. Your customers will buy, not by this machine. And it has a larger basin, not basis.
  5. K

    I Finally Went For It

    The Sirena is not a bad machine. There are several threads devoted to the Sirena, most all of them are positive. If you have a customer that is wanting a water vac, maybe has seen a Rainbow demonstration, or is replacing an older Rainbow. The Sirena is a good alternative. In my case I have...
  6. K

    Favorite Straight Suction Vacuum made?

    I am in agreement with Tom Air-Way, and Filter Queen have great straight suction rug nozzles. Rexair (Rainbow) had an awesome straight suction nozzle, as did the Hoover Portable (suitcase model).
  7. K

    Fantom Fury overheating very quickly

    A clog would be my thought too. Other thought is that the Fantom was not well know for durability.
  8. K

    Upright Vacuums with Separate Hand Vacuum Attached??

    We had a Hoover Concept where I worked that had a hand held vacuum attached. You took the cord off the big vacuum and put in on the little one to do the edge cleaning.
  9. K

    'Say Goodbye To Big Corded Vacuums'

    I didnt think I heard they were ending production of the corded vacs, I think they are ending development of new corded vacs.
  10. K

    What would Hyacinth Bouquet think of Dysons?

    I have a suspicion that Sheridan would have a Henry or a James. Wink. Wink.😁
  11. K

    Classic Omega went from delights to dilemma.

    Great find, I immediately thought brushes, like others directed you, when I read the OP. I am glad it was an easy fix. Also glad to see that the Heritage II Miracle Head is working for your machine. I have an Omega that I bought new, and have never had a motor issue.
  12. K

    No More Vacuum Collectors Convention

    Come on guys. This is not a forum for airing one's dirty carpets, nor to exhibit one's bad behaviors.
  13. K

    No More Vacuum Collectors Convention

    It has to be tiring. I can imagine it was terribly taxing and expensive to underwrite since you charged no fees to the participants. I am sure there will still be mini-meets to speak of that will keep updates during the year.
  14. K

    VCCC Co-founder, Alex Tabor

    Thank you John. Prayers for Alex.
  15. K

    My 1st Rug Renovator!

    "...Will not fit the Omega or Classic III..." It may fit, but the question would be, would it depress the Safety Speed Selector switch on these models. The Switch on the Heritage and Legend models are not on the attachment bar, but the fan case. The picture you show looks like it may have a...
  16. K

    The PIGG has arrived.

    Is this a separator machine? The "Three stomach" comment made me think it is not, just asking for clarification. Is this traditionally a straight suction machine, or can it come with it's own power nozzle? With the size and then adding water, it looks like it could be a heft to lift.
  17. K

    Fantom Technologies Inc (UPDATE 3)

    Give him credit. The boy had dreams. Though I highly doubt he will start production, let alone purchase the patients for the $40 he raised on his godundme campaign.
  18. K

    Fantom Technologies Inc (UPDATE 3)

    We haven't had a update lately Just wondering how you were coming along on the massive endeavor of resuscitating the Fantom brand? I was expecting to see the new infomercial on TV showing us the new Fantom. When is the release date?
  19. K

    Should Eureka Leave The Market Whilst Sanitaire Remains

    In defense of Eureka Though they have produced less than stellular machines, they also have the new FloorRover, which is not a bad machine for a bagless in that price point. I think there will still be a place on the market for Eureka. They may not be the Eureka of yore, but the name will...
  20. K

    Do you think canister vacuum sales will eventually end in the US?

    The Pendulum will swing back As the flooring trends swing. As you watch HG TV you will see the trend towards hard surface floors. A few years ago it was wall-to-wall, but you are seeing area rugs now. I think as Tom G. mentioned when Tacony introduced the Prima, that Canister sales are not...
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