Replacing A Dead Bissell

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Oreck Forever Series Gold Power Team.


http://www.oreck.com/Oreck-Forever-...-vacuum-power-teams&srule=Price - High to Low

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Oreck Graphite Power Team.


http://www.oreck.com/Oreck-Graphite...-vacuum-power-teams&srule=Price - High to Low

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Oreck Quest Pro PN Canister.


http://www.oreck.com/Oreck-Quest-Pr...handhelds-canisters&srule=Price - High to Low

 

[durango159]

Rob Gwisdala, I posted that Hyla because I searched Arkansas Craigsist, the state where his profile is based and that was the only vac I liked currently for sale.

Have you used or tried any of these Orecks that you're posting to make you post links that are direct to Oreck website??

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Riccar SupraLite RSL4.


http://www.riccar.com/products/8-pound/?prod=RSL4

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Riccar SupraQuik RSQ1.


http://www.riccar.com/products/specialty/?prod=RSQ1

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Here is the Riccar Impeccable Premier PN Canister.


http://www.riccar.com/products/canisters/?prod=IMPEC

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Rob Shore, I never owned or used a Oreck/Riccar. I did try them out at the vacuum store several times though. They are out of my price range.

 

[tylerawells]

I bit the bullet and bought the Oreck Graphite Powerteam. I really liked it much better than anything else I looked at, canister or upright. I'll be sure to let you guys know how it works out. I appreciate the help and information a whole lot.

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Good luck! If you are not happy with the Oreck Graphite Power Team, You could always exchange it for the Oreck Forever Series Gold Power Team.

 

[durango159]

Oh Tyler!!!!! Be careful with those, they make the surface look great but deep cleaning on Oreck isn't very good!!! I hope you like. I'd use it a lot in the beginning and really try it before its too late to return.

Did you try any Riccars, Simplicitys or Mieles in store???

 

[kirbyultimateg]

I agree with Rob. The only 8 pound uprights that deep clean carpeting well are Riccar SupraLite/Simplicity Freedom/Oreck Forever Series Gold.

 

[durango159]

ROB GWISDALA??????

Now you are really contradicting yourself!!! You posted a link for the vacuum that Tyler got. Posting a link the way you did, is taken by one of us other members as a personal recommendation. If you don't personally recommend something then don't post a link or at least write something more in your description along the reasoning of "here is a link to this vac, but beware of A, B, C, & D which I myself or other users have left experienced!"

I posted information above about vacuums that I either:
1) own personally
2) I don't own but one of my clients does and I have experience with it
3) I've tried and used extensively at another collectors house or vacuum sale shop and spoke with sales reps and collectors about they like the performance of that machine, its overall performance compared to other machines and success rate of repair or returns with it.
OR
4. I've spoken to Vacuum Shop dealers regarding a certain model along with customer service from manufacturer and based on that info I did not purchase the machine for self or client for A, B, C, and D reasons!!

 

[kirbyultimateg]

I never owned or used Orecks/Riccars/Simplicitys before in my life. I tried them out at the vacuum shops several times. My cousin in Las Vegas has the Oreck XL21 Power Team. She bought it in 2006. She loves it. I saw it but never used it.

 

[lunchboxsean]

Recommendation

Hi Tyler. For your needs: not vacuuming every day, medium to low pile... I wouldn't recommend a new Kirby. Kirby's are fantastic, don't get me wrong, but a new one at around $1500 is a lot of money for something you're only going to use weekly. If you don't mind the weight of it, which is substantial, a used Kirby would be a great option and they can be found in many vac shops for $100 to $600 or so based on the model, age, and condition. I was at a local vac shop today and he was selling a beautiful Sentria with all accessories and the shampoo kit for $399. That's a good deal. As for the Riccar, I have been very impressed with their performance. They work the carpet really well and have great filtration. Also, with a steel brush roll, you'll never be replacing it. Another couple things about Riccar: 1: Their still made in America, believe it or not. 2:Underneath, they are just re-badged Simplicity's, so if you like the Riccar but don't want to spend the bucks, check out the Simplicity range and you can probably save a few. As for the Oreck, I don't know that I would recommend them for anything above a very short pile like you would find in a restaurant or a hotel. Also, they go through belts like mad. Steer clear of the Oreck Pilot, too, just an awful awful machine. If you're gonna go Oreck, I would check out the new Magnesium. I have heard good things, but don't know from experience. Also, the XL is always a great choice if weight is the enemy. As a wildcard, check out the Miele S7210 Twist. Great power, quiet, and fantastic filtration. I see them on special for $399 NIB. Thanks.

 

[kirbyultimateg]

Welcome back Sean Patterson! Long time no talk!

 

[kirbyultimateg]

If you really want a Kirby, I recommend the Heritage II/Legend/Legend II. The Pre-G-Series Kirbys has better performance than the G-Series Kirbys.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kirby-Herit...280781833628?pt=US_Vacuum&hash=item415fe6c59c