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Post# 387408   3/7/2018 at 08:19 (2,213 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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The annual VCCC convention will be held in Spokane, Washington, June 21st – June 24th. We will be touring Marc Turbyfill’s vac shop and vacuum collection. More details to come. Hope to see everyone in Spokane.
Please click on the link below for more information. CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK |
Post# 387433 , Reply# 1   3/7/2018 at 12:58 (2,212 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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I know some have already "gotten ready". I'll be on that soon, too. As you know, LAST year's convention was exceptional, truly worth every cent. One question, for now: will there be anyone else needing to split/share a room? If so..
I'm sure Spokane will be great. So, let's all get our new belts, bags, attachments, gloves, etc, ready................ |
Post# 387507 , Reply# 2   3/8/2018 at 09:13 (2,212 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 387585 , Reply# 3   3/9/2018 at 14:12 (2,210 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 387587 , Reply# 4   3/9/2018 at 14:39 (2,210 days old) by Westinghouseman (Capron, Illinois, 13 miles due north of Belvidere, Illinois.)   |   | |
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Post# 387594 , Reply# 5   3/9/2018 at 15:00 (2,210 days old) by vacman1961 (North Babylon, New York)   |   | |
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How about another convention here on the east coast closer to NY and hopefully not on Fathers Day weekend, there are some Dad's that would love to attend a convention without missing time with their kids. |
Post# 387856 , Reply# 7   3/12/2018 at 13:55 (2,207 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389107 , Reply# 8   3/26/2018 at 14:45 (2,193 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389722 , Reply# 9   4/3/2018 at 13:41 (2,185 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 389725 , Reply# 10   4/3/2018 at 14:26 (2,185 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389774 , Reply# 11   4/3/2018 at 22:52 (2,185 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389793 , Reply# 12   4/4/2018 at 08:05 (2,185 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 389796 , Reply# 13   4/4/2018 at 09:05 (2,185 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 389806 , Reply# 14   4/4/2018 at 13:31 (2,185 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389812 , Reply# 15   4/4/2018 at 13:55 (2,184 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 389963 , Reply# 16   4/6/2018 at 14:00 (2,182 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 389970 , Reply# 17   4/6/2018 at 14:45 (2,182 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 390668 , Reply# 18   4/18/2018 at 13:57 (2,170 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 390671 , Reply# 19   4/18/2018 at 14:51 (2,170 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 390778 , Reply# 20   4/20/2018 at 14:31 (2,168 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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The PayPal link to register for the 2018 VCCC convention is now up on our website. The registration fee is $75.00. The registration fee is needed to pay for the hotel and the convention room along with the free snacks and equipment provided by the hotel. We will have plenty of room for everyone to share and display their vacs.
Please click on the link below to enter the VCCC’s convention page. CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK This post was last edited 04/20/2018 at 15:44 |
Post# 390817 , Reply# 21   4/21/2018 at 00:31 (2,168 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 390963 , Reply# 22   4/24/2018 at 12:46 (2,165 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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form is now on our website with the schedule of events. You can either save and email the form to our club email address: thevccc@gmail.com or mail it to me in the mail. The directions are on the form.
Looking forward to seeing everyone! Please click on the link below to access the form. Kenny Loveland CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK |
Post# 390964 , Reply# 23   4/24/2018 at 12:51 (2,165 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 391387 , Reply# 24   5/1/2018 at 12:42 (2,158 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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I am really looking forward to this year’s convention it’s going to be a blast! One of the wonderful things about the VCCC is that members are encouraged to bring their own vacuums. I enjoy hearing the stories behind our member’s vacuums. This gives our members the opportunity to show off their restorations and enter our non-cleaning contests. Personally, I would rather bring my own vacuum from my collection and set it on display or use it in one of our cleaning contests. It’s more personable for me. The VCCC is also able to travel every year to a different part of the US. For example this year we will be in Spokane Washington to see one of our long time member’s collection and vacuum shop. I feel that we support our members by traveling to where they are located. Which changes every year! The VCCC has membership dues and a convention fee in order to put on an organized convention. Without dues and a convention fee we could not do so. I have personally been to at least five VCCC conventions starting in 2010 and every year I've had an excellent time. I look forward going to the VCCC convention every year and seeing my vacuum collecting family. I hope to see everyone in Spokane this year! |
Post# 391464 , Reply# 25   5/2/2018 at 19:50 (2,156 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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We've gotten to see a lot of the U.S. by attending these conventions. Everyone who goes admits that they're worth every penny.Well, they keep coming back!
We reunite w/ old friends, and create new friendships. no bashing of brands, people, events, It's very civilized. It's a lot of fun,sharing, etc. Hopefully, it will remain drama-free. Get packing, everyone! |
Post# 391600 , Reply# 27   5/6/2018 at 14:00 (2,152 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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It's great that you're both going to be there. I just printed my form, etc this week. And, I got a roommie!
Kenny is absolutely correct. Just think: EVERY year, we travel to a different part of the country. We see wonderful sights, are welcomed into so many member's homes, see their personal collections, etc. For instance, since I joined The VCCC in 2008, we've been to the "Home of Hoover Appliances", N. canton, Ohio. We've been to Kirby, Filter Queen, etc.. Yes, even "I" set foot in those places. We've been to Chicago twice, Autstin, Texas, Portland, Minneapolis, St. Louis.... had a great time at The Fox Theatre. Last year was fantastic, too. We visited BMX Gary's place as well as countless vacuum shops. WE even were wonderfully welcomed at Stark's museum a few years back, as well as Jon Dufore's home, Jeff Parker's place, Phillip's and Shaylee's, Robert Seger's Barb's and Scott's , Dave Olsen's, Kenny's, etc. W even met the great Ruth Hollander. We were at Houston's and his partners home. People were laughing, eating, enjoying the pool, etc. Because of the number of attendees, there's no possible way to not host these events at a hotel. Cleaning contests, raffles, games, dinners, etc. THAT's why there is a fee involved. It's proven time and time again to be worth every cent. Even in spite of adverse comments, (some of us have even been referred to as "queens", isn't THAT ridiculous?.. we persevere, actually thrive. Look up old posts about The VCCC's conventions. You'll relive past good times as well as become enlightened by what we do, who we are, etc. |
Post# 391613 , Reply# 28   5/6/2018 at 23:02 (2,152 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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other great house visits. We were graciously treated at Tania's home,Brett's and his partner's, Duane's,Alex Braun's, Ken Wagman's,John Pease's, and, not to mention, the 'original Tarantula Arms".
Fun times, indeed. This post was last edited 05/06/2018 at 23:26 |
Post# 391619 , Reply# 30   5/7/2018 at 00:04 (2,152 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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~ I realize this is ancient history, but when the VCCC convened here in Los Angeles in 2005 I hosted an al-fresco luncheon, a presentation of the first 50 years of Electrolux, a look-see into my workshop, and a demonstration of machine-polishing aluminum-body vacuum cleaners. |
Post# 391622 , Reply# 31   5/7/2018 at 01:35 (2,152 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC)   |   | |
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With all those lights in the shop-does this mean this collector is a flashoholic,too?Collects lights as well as vacuums as a few on here do.The shop is indeed,well lit! |
Post# 391632 , Reply# 32   5/7/2018 at 10:12 (2,152 days old) by Kirbysthebest (Midwest)   |   | |
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How hot it is working under all those lights. Nice workshop, I wish I had a dedicated place to work on my hobby. |
Post# 391633 , Reply# 33   5/7/2018 at 10:13 (2,152 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 391635 , Reply# 34   5/7/2018 at 10:30 (2,152 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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~ Right, I wasn't feeling left out; just reminiscing on past conventions. The one in Los Angeles was really great with lots of stuff to see and do. There was quite a turnout for it.
The lights are vintage stage lights with the original fixtures replaced with incandescent* bulbs 40-100 watts, mostly for "look."
(This was before the ban on incandescent bulbs.) |
Post# 391687 , Reply# 36   5/8/2018 at 14:29 (2,150 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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The VCCC is constantly changing, and should. However, some of it (the roots) still remain the same.
It was Charlie Watrous who really 'glammed it up'... and,for that, we are grateful. I look back at photos from past conventions in amazement. Everyone should take a trip 'down Memory Lane'. Of course, there ARE minutes from ALL of the meetings. An amazing story is unveiled every time they are read. It explains a lot. So, there' still time. Unfortunately, this time, due to flying, I won't be able to bring any machines. But, they'll be plenty to look at. |
Post# 391691 , Reply# 37   5/8/2018 at 14:52 (2,150 days old) by papasvacs (Lauderdale Lakes, FL)   |   | |
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Have been absent for a while. Have had some health concerns to deal with and the death of my Dad was very traumatic for me. Back "on the road again." I need to pay my dues and I'm thinking seriously of flying to Spokane for the convention. Could someone please give me information on dues paying. Thanks so much. Missed you all! |
Post# 391692 , Reply# 38   5/8/2018 at 15:02 (2,150 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Greg ,
You can pay your dues on our website. The link is below. CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK |
Post# 391693 , Reply# 39   5/8/2018 at 15:31 (2,150 days old) by papasvacs (Lauderdale Lakes, FL)   |   | |
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Post# 391694 , Reply# 40   5/8/2018 at 15:49 (2,150 days old) by papasvacs (Lauderdale Lakes, FL)   |   | |
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Post# 391746 , Reply# 42   5/9/2018 at 14:52 (2,149 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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machines for sale or give away! One of our members posted recently in the vacuum cleaners collectors group on Facebook. I've been communicating with Sean and we will have plenty of items to dig through! So I don't think we will be without vacuums this year to find new homes. This is in addition to our free and for sale piles that we have at the VCCC convention every year!
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Post# 391777 , Reply# 43   5/10/2018 at 09:41 (2,149 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 391793 , Reply# 44   5/10/2018 at 15:45 (2,148 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 391804 , Reply# 45   5/10/2018 at 18:37 (2,148 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 391831 , Reply# 46   5/11/2018 at 09:53 (2,148 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Hotel booked!! Will buy plane tickets tonight. I am flying out on the Sunday night before the convention to Portland to visit some very special long time friends I have not seen in 5 years that used to live here. Then on Wednesday the 20th I will fly to Spokane to have an extra night with all the cools kids who arrive early.
Can't wait!!! |
Post# 391953 , Reply# 47   5/14/2018 at 14:06 (2,144 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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re-joining The VCCC after a lapse in time. They were here before I joined. Old members, not an old VCCC. there is was/is really only one. For a minute, I thought it had disbanded at one time and a whole new club was born. But, that was false info.Also, sadly, some famous member will not be attending this year, due to schedule conflicts. :(
I'm not sure if he'll be attending the convention, but, at least 1 "old" member is returning. What a SURPRISE to hear this. There might also be 2 or 3 "new" members soon as well. Yes, Kids, some surprises all around. Stay tuned.......................................................... |
Post# 391974 , Reply# 48   5/15/2018 at 09:33 (2,144 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 391985 , Reply# 49   5/15/2018 at 15:33 (2,143 days old) by Kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 391986 , Reply# 50   5/15/2018 at 16:18 (2,143 days old) by pinkge (Indianapolis,Indiana)   |   | |
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I have paid my dues,registered,got room and plane ticket.I'm looking to the convention and seeing everyone.What a fun time we are going to have.The Banquet is so much fun,good food,laugh's and who know's what else.I know Mark and broad have worked hard.See everyone there. Michael |
Post# 392054 , Reply# 52   5/17/2018 at 08:47 (2,142 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 392066 , Reply# 53   5/17/2018 at 15:48 (2,141 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Sounds like there's a lot to to pick from. I remember the Portland Convention in 2012. What a fun time we had! Looks like you and John are having a fun time as well sitting at the kids table in Stark's museum!
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Post# 392068 , Reply# 54   5/17/2018 at 19:08 (2,141 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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Post# 392151 , Reply# 56   5/20/2018 at 23:17 (2,138 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 392237 , Reply# 57   5/23/2018 at 09:33 (2,136 days old) by sleepdoc (St. Louis, MO)   |   | |
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He goes by "Power" followed by some numbers on ebay and snipes things from other collectors, something that I think is ungenerous where fellow collectors are involved. Some people might be around who actually know him and can describe him more broadly, perhaps more approvingly if it's justified, so I'll leave it at that.
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Post# 392254 , Reply# 58   5/23/2018 at 14:25 (2,135 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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All of the various stories floating around are 'before my time'. I DID hear that he may have deep pockets. If one likes, and can afford machines, well................... But, sadly, I've heard "vile" things............
He may not even know who I am, either. A lot of people do...or "think" they do. Some meet me and are rather surprised. Who knows? This post was last edited 05/23/2018 at 14:47 |
Post# 392269 , Reply# 59   5/23/2018 at 20:21 (2,135 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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~
Just wondering what Mike Pupek has to do with this thread.
That having been said, we've been good friends for many years. I met him in 1991 via Stan Kann, who had been a friend of Mike's for a number of years previously. Mike was one of the original members of the VCCC -- he joined the club in the mid 1980s.
I have never known Mike to be anything but kind and gentle, with nothing bad to say about anyone. So it seems somewhat unseemly that his reputation is being unfairly besmirched here, without any substantiation whatsoever other than idle prattle and unfounded gossip.
(And I suspect that other Club old-timers would have the same to say about him. Too bad most of them are no longer around for one reason or another.)
Yes, Mike is a "man of means" and can afford to purchase whatever he wants. When did that ever become a crime? With all the small-minded and selfish childish users on eBay who purposely and maliciously drive up the price on things they want but can't afford -- just to be mean -- who can fault anyone for sniping?
I used to feel differently about sniping and frequently railed loudly and publicly against snipers. But over the years I have had a change of heart about this, especially when things I was bidding on were purposely being driven up in cost. The best way to prevent that from happening (and even then, it's not infallible) is to place a bid during the last four or five seconds of an auction's open period. There are even software programs to automatically snipe.
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Post# 392274 , Reply# 60   5/23/2018 at 21:55 (2,135 days old) by Air-WayCharlie (USA)   |   | |
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Post# 392293 , Reply# 61   5/24/2018 at 14:48 (2,134 days old) by sleepdoc (St. Louis, MO)   |   | |
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I don't buy many things on ebay anymore, so I don't know what the current climate is like amongst vacuum collectors on ebay. Let me be clear that I realize there's nothing illegal or criminal about sniping. However, I've always considered it an unfriendly thing to do when fellow collectors are involved. If a person were to do it over an over, to the point that people knew him by ebay moniker and by actual identity just for doing that so often, the penalty would be an ungenerous reputation, which is exactly what happened. I'm commenting within a very limited scope and not making any statements about what he was like outside of ebay; I would defer to those who actually knew him or continue to know him if he's still alive.
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Post# 392396 , Reply# 64   5/27/2018 at 00:12 (2,132 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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As well as nasty ones.....but....nasty things have been said about me as well. If one has the funds, and is quick, one is able to purchase various machines.
I only mentioned Mike because I've learned thathe has rejoined The VCCC. I'm sure Ken, our membershp coordinator, will welcome him publically, again. Certainly, I was not throwing gasoline on a fire. That was certainly not my intention at all. |
Post# 392414 , Reply# 65   5/27/2018 at 19:34 (2,131 days old) by pinkge (Indianapolis,Indiana)   |   | |
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With negitive remarks about someone,No wonder the club loose's members and people don't join. |
Post# 392477 , Reply# 67   5/29/2018 at 09:30 (2,130 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 392498 , Reply# 68   5/29/2018 at 19:05 (2,129 days old) by cuffs054 (monticello, ga)   |   | |
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Having owned both vehicles, your best bet would be the 98 with the Gremlin in the boot! |
Post# 392513 , Reply# 69   5/30/2018 at 10:14 (2,129 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 392529 , Reply# 70   5/30/2018 at 17:17 (2,128 days old) by akabent (LEFT Coast)   |   | |
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Anyone remember the early Gremlin ad where the lady pulls up in a (new) Gremlin and they guy(s) sitting around ask "So, where's the rest of your car, toots?"
That tickles me to this day!! (OK, I get amused easily!!)
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Post# 392531 , Reply# 71   5/30/2018 at 17:28 (2,128 days old) by Vinvac (Dubuque IA)   |   | |
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Michael,
You are 100% correct, why would anyone want to join when people treat each other this way. I also agree with electrolux137, jealousy has ruined this club and the fellowship it once had. I know the world keeps on spinning and things change and I will always remain a member but currently not at the same level for many of the same reasons. |
Post# 392756 , Reply# 74   6/3/2018 at 18:18 (2,124 days old) by kenkart ()   |   | |
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Im going to St Louis , no drama, fun, and great old friends!and I don't have to try and impress anyone. |
Post# 392771 , Reply# 75   6/3/2018 at 23:07 (2,124 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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It WOULD be great to actually, finally meet you in person. I've always enjoyed your posts. Please know that you would be most welcome. Not trying to impress anyone, either.
I'm a proud member of The VCCC, and always enjoy seeing everyone AND visiting new places. You have a lot to offer. It could be a lot of fun. John |
Post# 392788 , Reply# 77   6/4/2018 at 09:22 (2,124 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Sean, you are such a kind person. I remember your first convention very well. A life long friendship was formed! I love the conventions and mini meets. They are ALL so important to keeping the passion of vacuums alive!
I'm so glad we've had this time together just to have a laugh or sing a song. Seems we just get started and before you know it comes the time we have to say so long. |
Post# 392807 , Reply# 79   6/4/2018 at 13:37 (2,124 days old) by vacuumlad1650 (Wauponsee, IL)   |   | |
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Post# 392817 , Reply# 80   6/4/2018 at 19:19 (2,123 days old) by papasvacs (Lauderdale Lakes, FL)   |   | |
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Had my oral surgery today. Went well. Go back for a check on Friday. Then, heading up to camp in NY, just about 80 miles south east of Buffalo. Alone this year so I made reservations on the Amtrak AutoTrain on June 11. It takes me, and my car, from Sanford, FL to Lorton, VA. I'll drive from there to camp, arriving June 12 or 13. I HATE driving, especially alone.Will fly from Buffalo to Spokane on June 20. Who else arrives Wednesday? So looking forward to familiar and new faces as I have not been able to attend the last two conventions for various reasons. Can't wait for my June adventures! See you on the 20th! Greg |
Post# 392829 , Reply# 81   6/4/2018 at 22:06 (2,123 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Have a great roomie, sent the paperwork. A few things to do here at home.
I'm so looking forward to seeing everyone again. And, yes, Hans, one day. it would be great to meet you in person. I'm very loyal to The VCCC. I don't bash, etc...although I've been ridiculed numerous times. However, I will not give some folks that power, the real power to hurt me or the people/friends whom I hold dear to me. Sadly, some friendships have ended, or diminished as well. That's unfortunate. |
Post# 392848 , Reply# 82   6/5/2018 at 10:04 (2,123 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 392861 , Reply# 84   6/5/2018 at 14:17 (2,122 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 392865 , Reply# 85   6/5/2018 at 15:30 (2,122 days old) by akabent (LEFT Coast)   |   | |
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Scott, you and your Mom will definitely be missed. Yes, hopefully you will be able to resume your rather stellar attendance as soon as next year. Keep up the good work, you won't regret it!
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Post# 392892 , Reply# 86   6/6/2018 at 09:20 (2,122 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 392996 , Reply# 87   6/8/2018 at 11:23 (2,120 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393095 , Reply# 88   6/11/2018 at 08:55 (2,117 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS)   |   | |
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Post# 393133 , Reply# 89   6/12/2018 at 09:57 (2,116 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393139 , Reply# 90   6/12/2018 at 11:21 (2,116 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Nigel from Vacuum Advisor is sponsoring us again this year with two gift cards. These will be prizes in our cleaning contests.
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Post# 393140 , Reply# 91   6/12/2018 at 12:31 (2,116 days old) by akabent (LEFT Coast)   |   | |
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How very kind and generous, again!! Many, many thanks from our Club. |
Post# 393145 , Reply# 92   6/12/2018 at 14:04 (2,115 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393170 , Reply# 93   6/13/2018 at 08:54 (2,115 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393177 , Reply# 94   6/13/2018 at 15:06 (2,114 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393180 , Reply# 95   6/13/2018 at 15:10 (2,114 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393182 , Reply# 96   6/13/2018 at 16:43 (2,114 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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Post# 393188 , Reply# 97   6/13/2018 at 19:31 (2,114 days old) by completenutt (West Hollywood, California)   |   | |
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Post# 393238 , Reply# 99   6/14/2018 at 22:34 (2,113 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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All of the names are in the book. That book is currently on its way to the convention.I am adding Glenn Deinst, (loved by all... died prematurely, and Clay Floyd, a former member of The VCCC, (there has only ever been one VCCC,) I never met Clay, but, being that he was a member at one time, he deserves a page in our book. I'll get that list posted after we return. If there are any whom I missed, I'll gladly add them to the book.
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Post# 393268 , Reply# 100   6/15/2018 at 21:21 (2,112 days old) by completenutt (West Hollywood, California)   |   | |
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Post# 393288 , Reply# 101   6/16/2018 at 01:00 (2,112 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393308 , Reply# 102   6/16/2018 at 09:14 (2,112 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393497 , Reply# 103   6/18/2018 at 22:09 (2,109 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393499 , Reply# 104   6/18/2018 at 22:15 (2,109 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393509 , Reply# 105   6/19/2018 at 01:57 (2,109 days old) by Ultralux88 (Denver, Colorado)   |   | |
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Post# 393515 , Reply# 106   6/19/2018 at 10:34 (2,109 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393523 , Reply# 107   6/19/2018 at 13:50 (2,108 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 393524 , Reply# 108   6/19/2018 at 14:30 (2,108 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393536 , Reply# 109   6/19/2018 at 17:41 (2,108 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 393541 , Reply# 110   6/19/2018 at 19:22 (2,108 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393550 , Reply# 111   6/19/2018 at 22:01 (2,108 days old) by countryford (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 393693 , Reply# 113   6/22/2018 at 09:20 (2,106 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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I thought I would share some pictures from Marc's shop and other vac shops that we visited in the area.
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Post# 393697 , Reply# 114   6/22/2018 at 10:13 (2,106 days old) by kenkart ()   |   | |
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A Regina canister!!! I need a hose and attachments for mine!!! |
Post# 393743 , Reply# 115   6/23/2018 at 17:27 (2,104 days old) by GOTTAHAVEAHOOVE (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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After a horrible trip. long story, lost my luggage. It went to Newark, I didn't .Suitcase finally arrivewd here.
We went to an "AUTHORIZE3D HYOOVER DEALER", a Kirby Center, of course, Harold's (Marc's store). We're finding wonderful things. Several trips to UPD/FED EX.... The area is beautiful. We held a few elcetions, had our meeting, dinners at some really nice locations, cleaning contests, etc. It's a shame that some other members are missing here this year. Tonight, dinner (private area) at a casino. Then, back to the hotel for awards, etc..... This all goes by so quickly. Dave Olsen is here!!! What a surprise. We also have a new member here. We'll give more details later. Just doing a quick 'check in' here. As always, a great time is being had by all. John |
Post# 393745 , Reply# 116   6/23/2018 at 17:35 (2,104 days old) by GOTTAHAVEAHOOVE (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393808 , Reply# 117   6/24/2018 at 21:46 (2,103 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393814 , Reply# 118   6/24/2018 at 22:10 (2,103 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393819 , Reply# 119   6/25/2018 at 00:05 (2,103 days old) by kenkart ()   |   | |
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A safe good trip! Dave is a really nice guy. |
Post# 393833 , Reply# 120   6/25/2018 at 09:41 (2,103 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393853 , Reply# 121   6/25/2018 at 14:53 (2,102 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 393869 , Reply# 123   6/25/2018 at 19:26 (2,102 days old) by lux14 (Leawood Kansas)   |   | |
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OMG a Regina canister in post 113!!!! I have never seen one with a hose with a brade on it or this paticular color! I wonder if it was a Canadian model. These are very rare canisters......Been looking for one for years!!!! |
Post# 393878 , Reply# 124   6/25/2018 at 21:14 (2,102 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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And I mean lots for sale this year! I shipped four boxes home. Probably the most I've ever seen at a convention. I'm working on posting pictures to the club's website.
We also had a very productive membership meeting. My plan is to scan most of the past newsletters (mid 90's through today) and provide them to our members on our site. So many valuable resources in those old newsletters! I'll be working with Dave Olsen's husband Pete to create a forum for our members on our site. |
Post# 393879 , Reply# 125   6/25/2018 at 21:15 (2,102 days old) by vac-o-matic (Saint Louis, Mo.)   |   | |
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Ditto Rick B.! I had a wonderful time, always good to be with old friends and meet new members! My thanks to everyone who had a hand in putting it together and a special thanks to Marc for his generosity and opening his home to us! |
Post# 393883 , Reply# 126   6/25/2018 at 22:41 (2,102 days old) by portable (Corvallis, OR)   |   | |
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I had a wonderful time. It was great to see old friends and make some new ones. Marc sure has a lot of stuff. We helped him "lighten" it up a little. Thanks to everyone who made this convention such a great experience. Spokane is a beautiful city. I'll be back in the Fall to pick up some purchases from Marc and visit with him.
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Post# 393898 , Reply# 127   6/26/2018 at 09:30 (2,102 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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If you would like to see the more pictures from the Vacuum Cleaner Collectors Club convention please click on the link below for the gallery.
CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK
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Post# 393903 , Reply# 128   6/26/2018 at 12:26 (2,102 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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I'm continually updating our club website with pictures as members send them in. So please check back frequently!
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Post# 393906 , Reply# 129   6/26/2018 at 14:08 (2,101 days old) by lux14 (Leawood Kansas)   |   | |
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Thanks so much for all the pictures......They were so great to look at! It was also great to see some familar faces too! John.....thanks for all the recaps as well! Some really beautiful machines!!!! Looks like fun was had by all! Congrat's on a successful convention! Best! |
Post# 393962 , Reply# 130   6/27/2018 at 20:37 (2,100 days old) by akabent (LEFT Coast)   |   | |
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Thank you, Kenny. What a GREAT array, documenting so much of the Convention. Yes, as John L stated, "A GOOD TIME WAS HAD BY ALL!!!" I surely second that!
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Post# 394092 , Reply# 131   6/30/2018 at 12:15 (2,098 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Just thought I would add some of my convention finds to the thread. Marc was a great host! I had so much fun. I'm thankful everything made it back safely via FedEx.
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Post# 394095 , Reply# 132   6/30/2018 at 12:27 (2,098 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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