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Thread Number: 37101
/ Tag: Brand New Vacuum Cleaners
Central Vacuum - Pistol Grip |
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| Post# 396374 8/7/2018 at 09:08 (2,078 days old) by vacuumguy91 (Hoover Central) | ||
Hi,
Does anyone know of a central vacuum system in today's world with a pistol grip hose that would allow a power nozzle? Also, what current central vacuum would you recommend and why? I definitely want a light on the power nozzle and possibly quick release wands; although I can just buy another set of wands to do hard floor surfaces without having to worry about disconnecting the power nozzle. I've researched online and it's overwhelming the systems. I'm seriously considering Aerus even though it has a gas pump style handle. Thank you. | ||
| Post# 396386 , Reply# 1 8/7/2018 at 15:32 (2,078 days old) by Ultralux88 (Denver, Colorado) | ||
 The only one I know of is the old style Electrolux hose. I don't recommend a wire reinforced hose though, they are much heavier, less internally aerodynamic, the internal hose diameter is only 1 1/4inch, whereas the newer hoses, although all with gas pump handles, are 1 3/8. The difference is very noticeable. I have a lot of different central vac hoses in my collection, but I'll always recommend your primary use hose be a modern 1 3/8in diameter. The hoses with the handle you're after will choke off a very good bit of air flow!
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| Post# 396394 , Reply# 2 8/7/2018 at 18:25 (2,078 days old) by blackheart (North Dakota) | ||
There was also
A Plastiflex made hose that featured a pistol grip and a 3 way switch. I don't believe they're made anymore, but I know the handle parts were out there. Perhaps a current plastiflex hose could be modified?
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| Post# 396406 , Reply# 3 8/7/2018 at 22:06 (2,078 days old) by panasonicvac (Northern Utah) | ||
As far as I'm aware of...
There are two that I can think of. Either that Electrolux (Also can be sold under the Perfect brand) hose or that Spiralelectric hose Central Vac Headquarters aka Vacuflo sells.
As far as powerheads go, I would recommend looking into Panasonic/Kenmore that are sold under the Cen-Tec brand, those are my most favorite ones. Wessel Werk also makes good powerheads but their replacement parts are really expensive. Riccar/Simplicity makes in my opinion one of the best powerheads on the market if you're looking for the best one with a headlight and quick release wands. And as far as what recommendations you're asking for a central vacuum and why, here are my thoughts: Vacumaid is my most favorite central vacuum brand of all time. Growing up, I've always loved the looks, the colors, and the logos on them. They are also very powerful, perhaps one of the best performing vacuums on the market. I love their true cyclonic set up, no bags or filters to ever have to buy or replace. Their attachments are awesome like the vibrating upholstery tool for example. And they make the most quality inlets I have ever seen on a central vacuum. I love Vacuflo. Although I highly recommend them over Vacumaid because their true cyclonic units are cheaper, better quality, and they have longer warranty. They also make the Vroom which I think is very handy and cool to have. MD makes probably the best systems on the market. Very powerful, best warranty in the industry, and their service is top priority. Riccar and/or Simplicity also has excellent systems, you really can't go wrong with one of those. Aqua-Air makes one of the most unique systems I have ever seen, I think they make the best water filtration systems on the market. Although they are really expensive. Aerus does make a nice system, it's one of my favorite looking central vacuums of all time. Although I have seen and heard reports that dust can circumvent the filter and cake up the motor fan with dirt which can cause the motor to sound louder overtime, and the motor would eventually go bad. Anyways that's my two cents. | ||
| Post# 397005 , Reply# 7 8/20/2018 at 08:38 (2,065 days old) by vacuumguy91 (Hoover Central) | ||
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Any thoughts on this?
I have several Hoover Quadraflex nozzles in my collection, some new and lightly used I could use with this... https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hoover-Central-... | ||
| Post# 399299 , Reply# 8 10/8/2018 at 10:25 (2,016 days old) by vacuumguy91 (Hoover Central) | ||
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Cyclovac?
Hi Everyone,
I'm settling into my new home and finally got around to calling in Central Vacuum companies for estimates. The house has the piping and wall outlets, but no power unit or attachments. I have one company coming this week, they are recommending the Cyclovac 215 Power Unit with the CX1000 power head OR the Cyclovac 215 Power Unit with the EBK360 Kit. Honestly I'm not impressed with the power nozzle choices...I've already told them I'm going to be extremely picky about the power nozzle. I must have a headlight and really want something that looks nice...I'm thinking more in line with the older panasonic/kenmore whispertone heads or the power head on my Kenmore Elite Ultra Plush canister...Ideally I would love to use my Hoover Quadraflex nozzles as well..but I'm really confused now... Any advice on what they're recommending? | ||
Post# 399305 , Reply# 9 10/8/2018 at 13:55 (2,016 days old) by n0oxy  (Saint Louis Missouri, United States) |
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cyclovac The Riccar and Simplicity branded central vacuum units are rebranded cyclovac units I think. The CX1000 is the same as the Volt battery powered nozzle, just a different color. The Wessel-Werk EBK360 is a great power nozzle and it does have a LED headlight. If you want a Kenmore style power nozzle, go for the Centec CT25, it's their best nozzle and will clean regular and soft carpet. Mike | ||
| Post# 399308 , Reply# 10 10/8/2018 at 14:58 (2,016 days old) by vacuumdevil (Vacuum Hell ) | ||
everything being said in this thread is correct:-D | ||
| Post# 399350 , Reply# 12 10/9/2018 at 13:42 (2,015 days old) by vacuumguy91 (Hoover Central) | ||
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| Post# 399378 , Reply# 15 10/10/2018 at 03:45 (2,015 days old) by gregvacs28 (U.S.) | ||
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Can the Electrolux be adapted to use a bag?
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| Post# 399380 , Reply# 16 10/10/2018 at 06:11 (2,014 days old) by luxflairguy (Wilmington, NC) | ||
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No! | ||
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Post# 399381 , Reply# 17 10/10/2018 at 06:35 (2,014 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC) |
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The stern "No" is correct the feed intake to the Aerus dust container is at such an angle the bag horn adaptor won't fit or work. | ||
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Post# 399388 , Reply# 19 10/10/2018 at 13:23 (2,014 days old) by n0oxy (Saint Louis Missouri, United States) |
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beam I would also avoid Beam vacs unless you can still get the adapter to convert them to use bags. Despite what they say, the filter on those will clog fairly quickly and when you empty it, dust goes everywhere. I would avoid anything that does not use disposable bags. Mike | ||
| Post# 399510 , Reply# 23 10/14/2018 at 00:00 (2,011 days old) by vacuumdevil (Vacuum Hell ) | ||
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Have you considered looking at MD units?
I will say the Simplicity reeker units you should be able to get a good deal on and they're very well made. I would highly recommend vacuflo. You can always mix and match the hose to the power unit. CLICK HERE TO GO TO vacuumdevil's LINK | ||
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Post# 399517 , Reply# 25 10/14/2018 at 01:43 (2,011 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC) |
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An MD Silentmaster is one of the centrl vacuums in my collection-the BEST out there.The open top bag is slightly messy to dump-the totally enclosed top bag or TruSeal bags are better.I have a bagless Beam unit in my collection was in the trade in pile at the vac place.Can see why it was traded in.MESSY to empty. | ||
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Post# 399524 , Reply# 27 10/14/2018 at 06:52 (2,010 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC) |
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Yes,I know about the closed bag conversion-did it for mine. | ||
| Post# 399610 , Reply# 28 10/16/2018 at 00:09 (2,009 days old) by panasonicvac (Northern Utah) | ||
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Post# 399611 , Reply# 29 10/16/2018 at 00:34 (2,009 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC) |
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I haven't had any clogging problems with my closed bags. | ||
| Post# 399729 , Reply# 30 10/18/2018 at 16:25 (2,006 days old) by Ultralux88 (Denver, Colorado) | ||
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I'm in the process of gathering money to go from my bagless Riccar unit to a bagged MD. Right now I have an RPU-C10 Riccar, 2 motor 240v unit, going to an MD M965h2, another 240v dual motor unit (I have a thing for dual motor units...) largely to go with bags, but I also found there's an even more powerful motor I can use to replace the factory ones with, so it'll really have some suck to it! I have the Riccar P/N too, but I am also getting a Wessek Werk EBK360 to use on my QuickClick hose. | ||
| Post# 399812 , Reply# 31 10/20/2018 at 11:35 (2,004 days old) by vacuumdevil (Vacuum Hell ) | ||
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| Post# 399841 , Reply# 32 10/20/2018 at 23:28 (2,004 days old) by panasonicvac (Northern Utah) | ||
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vacuumdevil
Here's something to clarify, this was based off of my own experiences. Those blue microfilter bags are easier and cleaner to change however, I cannot use them on both of the intake pipes and I cannot use the utility valve. And again (I'm saying this twice now) I've seen these bags loose airflow when they fill up (I assist with my boss on central vac service calls). Plus they're not as big as the white hyperflow bags which means I would change them out more often. Those are the reasons why MD came out with those new tru-seal bags. Now that wouldn't really happen to anyone who uses these like tolivac for example but why would I use those microfilter bags where I can have a hyperflow bag that would hold longer, use both intake valves and utility valve, and I wouldn't have to tear apart the microfilter bag to find some lost jewels? I barley noticed a problem or just slightly with those hyperflow bags loosing airflow on my Silentmaster or anyone else's that I know personaly. That's my two cents.
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| Post# 400403 , Reply# 34 11/4/2018 at 11:46 (1,989 days old) by royalfan (Chicago) | ||
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| Post# 400458 , Reply# 35 11/6/2018 at 10:16 (1,987 days old) by S_Brisowitz (Omaha, NE) | ||
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Royalfan No it is not | ||
| Post# 400474 , Reply# 36 11/6/2018 at 19:16 (1,987 days old) by gregvacs28 (U.S.) | ||
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Update
Vacuumguy91 any decisions made? pictures? | ||
| Post# 400700 , Reply# 37 11/12/2018 at 06:10 (1,981 days old) by crazykirbydude (Lexington, KY) | ||
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