2014 VCCC Convention

[caligula]

Hi louvac.

Tell me what you need and I'll try to get it. I also have several miracle heads packed away, I don't want to bring the entire machines, but have a lot of old Kirby tools, and a few old hoses. Right now I'm trying to line up a driver that I can hire to get me there. If I can do that, then I can bring my old non electrics. So let me know what you want from me, and I'll do it.


 


Alex Taber.

 

[caligula]

Hi louvac.

I also have a Roller-Waxer in good condition that I can bring, and I think a Handi-Waxer for the Kirby Classic 111. I have several tool sets, and instruction books, as well as my patent books that people can look at.

 

[kenkart]

The Kirby Factory!

Is something else, I cant remember when we went, 2000?? I think, We really had fun .

 

[caligula]

Hi Kenkart.

I hope you guys planning to attend, it will be so good to see you again.

 

[caligula]

Hi louvac.

I've been giving your ideas a lot of thought, and would like to add a few more events. How about a shampooing contest with the Rug Renovator? We can also have some sort of contest with the Handi-Butler doing all sorts of things, and perhaps a contest using the Turbo tools. I'd also love to demo the Classic 111, but will need to find a Proof-Book, dirt meter, and dirt pads, however, I think doing the mattress test is going too far, as it might turn a lot of people off . I'm open to other suggestions as well.


 


Alex Taber.

 

[vacman1961]

This should be a great convention this year, it will be my 2nd convention, my first will be very hard to beat, it was in 2008, Hoover's 100th Anniversary, that was a great convention. We also took a tour of the Kirby factory on Monday after the convention was formally over, a bunch of us stayed and took the tour it was great. My former store that I owned was a former Kirby office, my boss was an area distributer and his business partner was a factory distributor, we had a lot of great times with Kirby.

 

[caligula]

Driver wanted.

I'm looking for somebody to drive me to the convention. Here's what I'm looking for.


 


Someone with a van, or truck so I can transport several non electric one and two person pumpers. I will pay for gas, tolls, and meals to and from the convention, and am agreeable to sharing a room. Preferably somebody in the northern Pennsylvania area. If I can line up a driver, I can bring a lot of supplies, tools, paperwork and other things, if I can't get a driver then I'll fly and leave the machines at home.


 


Please let me know if you are interested.  


 


Alex Taber.

 

[caligula]

Hi louvac.

I've looked into several products made by the Butchers Wax Company, and added the bowling alley wax to my cart pending approval of this event. Personally, I think it's a fantastic idea, and would love to see several mini contests using the Handi-Butler, Suds-O-Gun, and Rug Renovator. Naturally I'll wait for approval from the convention committee before ordering any wax products, but if it is a go, I'll provide whatever you need.


 


Alex Taber.

 

[vacmom]

Polishing contest and scrubbing contests

The polishing and scrubbing sound like fun but I do not see how we would be able to judge the contest and how to  fix things to run another round?  I say if you want to do those things, which I can see they would be fun, you will need to bring all the supplies to do so and not ruin anything in the hotel.  If you do, the damage costs are yours.  Thanks, Barb

 

[caligula]

Hi vacmom.

I'm glad you like Louis's idea, so do I. Here's what I suggest. Louis or somebody could construct a square of flooring to be used like the test rug Kirby gave the club many years ago, and it could either be kept for future use, or simply discarded. We could also bring several large squares of linoleum for the same purpose and again, either saved or discarded. Back in the days when I was a training manager for Kirby, I keep several wood samples for sanding, drilling and what not in my briefcase, for use in the prospects home. I can do that again, plus drill bits, and sandpaper.


 


Naturally, we need time to coordinate this event, fit it into the schedule and so on, but we have several months to do that. Also, as this is Louis's idea, I'll follow his lead, but as I told him, I'll provide the various cans of wax.


 


And finally, when is the registration? I want to sign up as soon as I can, and book my room so that is booked well in advance.


 


Thanks, I think this is going to be a lot of fun. By the way, say hi to Scot for me, it will be good to see you both again.


Alex Taber.


 

 

[mr_mom]

sounds like its gonna be fun this year wish I was going but over plans are in the way maybe next year and cant wait to see the pictures maybe if there's ever a convention in Pittsburgh I would go

 

[normvac]

Lou Vac

Looking forward to seeing you again Lou. It has been awhile since Hoover (2008)
You were there right ?
I used to Polish Kitchen floor for family members back in the 1950's. If they owned a Kirby, which a lot of them did. Plus polish hardwood in the 1970's in my own apt. as well as Kirby Carpet cleaning, shampooing furniture. Then giving a shot with the Drill on the power tools. Then during the 1980, with the vac shop here in Columbus, O hi O . I used a trade in 516, with the short handle and the Handi- Butler Polishing wheel to buff up the Kirby's I repaired and sold as Rebuilt Kirby.
See you there !
Norm

 

[kenkart]

Convention..

Since we lost the newsletter, I probably will let my membership expire, that was the best thing we had and our only product, I dropped out of the old appliance club when they dropped theirs, sorry guys but that was a really bad move, and time will prove it.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I'm looking forward to going..............

I believe Joe Kassock plans on going, too. I believe Greg AND Kevin will be there as well.
I'll behave at (Kirby). it'll be a stretch, I'm sure. These conventions are great fun. I stay at a Crowne Plaza when I judge competitions in Philly. Thay are wonderful.
It'll be a great tiem, I'm sure. I'll even make a 'special T-shirt' for KIRBY............. Morgan, relax!!!!! (Well, for now).

 

[papasvacs]

Looking forward to the convention!

<span style="font-family: comic sans ms,sans-serif;">Last year was my first convention and I had an AWESOME time.  </span>


<span style="font-family: comic sans ms,sans-serif;">I'm sure this year, with Barb in charge, will certainly rival the fun in Milwaukee.</span>


<span style="font-family: comic sans ms,sans-serif;">The "Hubby" wants to come this year.  He is so supportive of my hobby.</span>


<span style="font-family: comic sans ms,sans-serif;">Maybe we can even work out arrangements that John, Joe, Kevin and I share a room.  Do you think the convention hotel is ready for that?</span>


<span style="font-family: comic sans ms,sans-serif;">Can't wait to see everyone again.
</span>

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I think that would be a SCREAM!

Poor Kevin... Well, none of us died (or was killed in his sleep) last year. What do you think? It certainly would cut down on expenses. I'm game.

 

[vinvac]

June is going to be a busy month for me...

First weekend is devoted to the Iowa Annual Conference of the Untied Methodist Church...important issues dealing with the LGTBQ community.

Second weekend is the VCCC Convention...my last year as President...Yahooo!

The last weekend an important wedding to attend in Minnesota....YAY! Made my reservations for that this weekend...best part is I will still have 450 vacation hours to use...!!!!

Kirby, here we come! Ohio will never be the same! It is an honor to visit one of the Best Vacuum Companies ever! Kirby will celebrate 100 years of a product that has never lost it's reliability and commitment to quality in all of those years. A company that stands behind their product for life. My mom's 508 is a fine example and what brought me into this wonderful club and special place called Vacuumland!

 

[vinvac]

Hans,

I feel bad that you feel the newsletter is the only product we have to offer...however we have to move with the times.

Over my eight years as president, short of beating folks, we can't get anyone to write articles, submit information or even be willing to help with the newsletter. It is a huge project that takes many hours of volunteer time. We have had some great editors in my time as your president, Fred Nelson, Fred Stachnik and Jay Hutson have all done a fabulous job. But they can't do it with out support from you and the rest of our members.

Now with internet it is so much easier to keep in touch and share our hobby.

If more of our members would be willing to step up to the plate and contribute, perhaps the newsletter would have stayed alive. In every presidents message, in many posts on this forum I requested and asked for participation...to which we received little or no response.

Our convention has maintained cheap hotel rates and quality entertainment each and every year. I have never attended a convention that was not a completely enjoyable weekend, filled with vacuums and friends.

Ohio will be awesome...KIRBY IS AWESOME! Come join the fun!

 

[caligula]

Hi Morgan.

Let me add a few words.


 


As I'm now retired with a lot of time on my hands, I'd love to write articles, and help with the newsletter or even take it on again. Please remember that I started it. Yes I did do one back in 2005, that another person (you know who I mean) messed up, the final print was a disaster! But I'd be happy to do the work. Writing, editing and printing could all be done by me, as I did for the first 12 years. So please talk to me about this in detail at the convention.


 


Alex Taber.

 

[caligula]

Hi Barb.

My registration and payment is on it's way to Dave Olsen. Thanks for getting it to me.


 


Looking forward to seeing you and Scott.


 


Alex Taber