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    Off to college vac clearing!

    Hi guys! So I'm off to college in a few weeks and my parents want me to thin my herd of vacuums, so I wanted to post them here again before I try eBay. I've also collected a bunch of boxes so hopefully i won't have to add the cost of buying one. Payment via PayPal only please, shipping from zip...
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    Dyson DC39 Question

    Hey guys! So before I go into my question, I would like to clarify that I do not need alternative options to what is asked, I generally know what I'm talking about (though opinions below are based on in-store hands on observation), and I would PLEASE ask that no brand bashing would occur in this...
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    Electrolux Dri Lux

    I saw this in an ebay post, could anyone provide me with information as to what machine it was an option for and any other additional info? It looks reminiscent of Tristar nozzles to me... thanks...
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    Air watt and water lift question

    Hey guys, So I was on the Aerus website and realized the guardian platinum was finally on it. They state the machine "Features an amazing 505 air watts and 116" of water lift", so I wanted context as I have no of the measuring devices. My daily driver, a dyson DC21, reportedly has a suction...
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    removing odor

    Hello all! Quick question for ya- what have you found is the best way to remove dog and general dirt smell from plastic machines? I think the stretch hose will be the most problematic, I usually run everything else through the dishwasher which helps a lot. Thanks in advance for any advice! I'll...
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    Dyson DC21 Update

    Hey guys, im debating whether or not to pair this post with photos, but basically my DC21 was out of commission for about 2 months because my dad decided it was a good idea to use it with the motorhead on our deck which had just been re-stained. I've been traveling all summer, so I just leant...
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    My most recent finds :)

    The heritage came from craigslist with almost all the goodies (Im pretty sure the only thing missing is the handi butler and turbo sander, the rest now seen is in the process of being cleaned) The room mate also came from CL, and when i picked it up, the man had a garage full of vacs and other...
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    Motor question... and a bit of an update

    Hey guys! Its been a while, and as of getting out of school a month a 3 days ago, I've traveled alone to 3 states and 2 countries on various adventures. Unrelated to the travel, life is going surprisingly well, and ive come out to my parents, which is definitely not without problems, but is...
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    A few sightings (with pictures)

    Hey guys! it's been a little while, but I wanted to say hi and show you a few things ive come upon in the past few days. excuse the image quality- despite how great the iphone's camera is rumored to be, i've found it to be kind of crappy first, I've seen this brandywine eureka being used to...
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    Yet another "vacs for sale!!!" post

    hey guys! im trying to make some money and space and so i thought i might try to sell a bunch of my vacs that i dont use very often. Because of my familie's religious affilliation, i'd like to build some financial security of my own in case thigns go south when i come out to them in the future...
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    Kenmore branded lightning

    i knew about the destiny upright, but i had never heard of the canister! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fantom-Lightning-Canister-Vacuum-Cleaner-/270889438350?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1244cc8e#ht_513wt_1218
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    filter queen makes central vacs?

    saw this on CL... http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/app/2666007041.html
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    Fantom Cyclone XT question

    hey guys! so i have a question about my cyclone xt's brush roll overload protector. I know they are known for malfunctioning, and mine is, so i was wondering is there any simple remedy? i got the vacuum brand new and have only used it twice, otherwise as a display, so I'm guessing its a...
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    Kirby help needed!

    Hey guys so i recently got a heritage 84 (or w/e the first heritage is called) and I'm trying to change the fan. Ive done this about 10 times on my various kirbys and so i thought it wouldn't be a problem. the thing is, i don't see any place in the motor to grip to hold it still while i take the...
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    is miele coming out with new models soon?

    their model list here in the US has majorly decreased (grammar check? lol). its still a good number of machines, but there are only 2 s4 models and maybe less s5's
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    My Collection! :)

    hey guys! so im working on organizing my vacs so i thought id take the opportunity to photograph my collection since i love seeing everyone else's. this is most of them, but i have a few more and some polishers...all in all a pretty decent collection if you ask me :) please excuse the super ugly...
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    would anyone mind posting pictures of...

    ...the miele car cleaning kit with the extension hose? i really want one but for some reason neither of my two local vac stores (both miele diamond dealers) have them in stock. can you attatch the extension hose to the original or is it just longer? thanks!
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    i had no idea that...

    ...there was a whole bissell big green commercial line with vacuums and carpet cleaners. is this new? http://www.bissellcommercial.com/
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    Lux/Aerus 4000 upright

    Hey guys i was wondering if anyone would mind posting some pictures of their lux 4000. ive seen one online but it wasnt a good picture. also, if anyone happens to have one that they want to sell, i'd love to buy it! haha thats besides the point but i want one sooo bad and havent been able to...
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    vacs for sale- some reposted, some newly added

    hey guys so im gunna put some up again- im trying to make some money before school starts. email me for any additional info or pictures you would like, and make an offer! thanks! first the re-posts: A eureka model 1680 A- good working order, replacement plug, includes hose, wands, crevice tool...
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