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Thread Number: 45031
/ Tag: Pre-1950 Vacuum Cleaners
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Post# 467046 10/25/2023 at 16:44 by electrolux137  (Los Angeles) |
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| Post# 467048 , Reply# 1 10/25/2023 at 17:35 by Hoover300 (Kentucky) | ||
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Post# 467049 , Reply# 2 10/25/2023 at 19:10 by JustJunque (Western MA) |
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| Post# 467051 , Reply# 3 10/25/2023 at 22:12 by bikerray (Middle Earth) | ||
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| Post# 467054 , Reply# 4 10/25/2023 at 22:52 by Detroitdirtbag (Bottom of the Bag) | ||
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| Post# 467055 , Reply# 5 10/26/2023 at 01:59 by hygiene903 (Galion, OH) | ||
I'm Still Here! | ||
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Post# 467065 , Reply# 7 10/26/2023 at 15:32 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467074 , Reply# 8 10/26/2023 at 22:42 by mjhoshaw (Western PA) |
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I read every day but . . . . . . I'm far from being an expert, so I post only when I'm sure of what I'm writing. I love this site! Joel | ||
| Post# 467078 , Reply# 9 10/27/2023 at 11:10 by thevacuumman (Borger, TX) | ||
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Post# 467079 , Reply# 10 10/27/2023 at 11:40 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467083 , Reply# 11 10/27/2023 at 14:00 by Maytag142C (Somewhere over the rainbow. ) |
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I don’t really come here anymore because I don’t collect anymore. Once in a while I’ll check to see if there’s something I can offer advice wise, but it’s really become a toxic place. Too many people butt heads over vacuum cleaners, past events, and slander oof don’t get me started. Prior to my life’s change I used to enjoy the forums, I used to enjoy collecting, learning, and offering advice, history etc… believe it or not over the last couple of years I’ve forgotten a lot of what I once knew. I’m glad to see the site is still running and that people do come here but I do agree with some when they say that people have moved to social media platforms. I am no longer part of any of those groups either for a lot of the same reasons here. I do miss the old days of the forums being alive. From the stories, to the “online roleplay”( Helen and ida, glamourene, etc) to the wonderful historical context. This place used to be wonderful!
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| Post# 467097 , Reply# 13 10/27/2023 at 20:42 by Lesinutah (Utah) | ||
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| Post# 467098 , Reply# 14 10/27/2023 at 20:46 by fan-of-fans (USA) | ||
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Post# 467101 , Reply# 15 10/27/2023 at 22:13 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467108 , Reply# 16 10/28/2023 at 11:58 by odavid123 (Los Angeles ca ) |
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Post# 467124 , Reply# 17 10/29/2023 at 10:35 by VacMadMan (Pueblo Co.) |
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Toxic
I would love to hear what some define as "Toxic". If someone here said 2 and 2 is 6 and someone said sorry 2 and 2 is 4 is that being "toxic"? What good is a forum like this if you can't disagree with someone or have a different point of view and be labeled Toxic.
I recently disagreed with someone about what they called a "mint" Kirby bag, and pointed out why I simply disagreed with their analysis, was that being Toxic? Is asking this question to some here being toxic? Just a friendly observation. Jim | ||
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Post# 467130 , Reply# 18 10/29/2023 at 12:45 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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| Post# 467135 , Reply# 19 10/29/2023 at 14:25 by Human (Pines of Carolina) | ||
I'm not on Facebook and don't intend to be. That said, I do stick around here, mostly lurking, but occasionally posting when I feel I have something worthwhile to say. I used to share posts about my latest 'vacquisitions', but I've been under a, mostly successful, self-imposed moratorium on purchasing any additional machines, although I did have a 'relapse' last summer, when I bought a mostly nice Kirby G4 and a not-so-nice Gsix that had parts needed (handle back, power cord and headlight bulb) to complete G4, far more cheaply than purchasing the parts a la carte. Thus far, I have resisted any temptation to acquire parts to put the Gsix back together.
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Post# 467136 , Reply# 20 10/29/2023 at 14:31 by VacMadMan (Pueblo Co.) |
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Agree
Antoine,
I agree with you, but even the words rude and condescending are words that how should I say, deal with someone's feelings. What you may think is rude or condescending may not be rude or condescending to others. It's a real balancing act today. It's seems we have lost the art of agreeing to disagree. We are also losing the ability to laugh at ourselves. like the old saying, some people "wear their heart or feelings on their sleeve", and as a result get their feelings hurt, again it's truly a balancing act today more than ever before. Thanks for your response, Antoine. Jim This post was last edited 10/29/2023 at 14:58 | ||
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Post# 467138 , Reply# 21 10/29/2023 at 15:14 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467141 , Reply# 22 10/29/2023 at 16:09 by Gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640) |
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I come in here daily. | ||
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Post# 467148 , Reply# 23 10/29/2023 at 18:50 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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| Post# 467151 , Reply# 24 10/29/2023 at 20:19 by Human (Pines of Carolina) | ||
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| Post# 467153 , Reply# 25 10/29/2023 at 20:54 by Lesinutah (Utah) | ||
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Post# 467175 , Reply# 26 10/30/2023 at 11:57 by odavid123 (Los Angeles ca ) |
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Wow , I didn’t realize my “toxic” comment would garner so much attention.
I agree to disagree is a great way of putting it. My issue which I believe is felt by many others is that it doesn’t end there but usually is toped with rude comments and verbiage . Just go through some of the threads . Now that said , I do believe there is a cordial way of making your point . For example Jim disagreed with Liam about the condition of the bag but was very nice about it , he didn’t use any degrading or rude comments . I think we should all be nicer and mindful of each other. I will keep on posting here as it’s a great source of information and I would love to share my collection with others :) I truly appreciate the opportunity, David | ||
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Post# 467177 , Reply# 27 10/30/2023 at 12:08 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467180 , Reply# 28 10/30/2023 at 14:05 by VacMadMan (Pueblo Co.) |
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Toxic
David,
You were not the only one to use the word Toxic in this thread. You were the second to use it here. Thats why I asked the question. Personally, I don't ever remember using the word recently myself, but I have seen it used here in Vacuumland a number of times over the years. I agree with your comments and love your work and website. You are a real asset to this group...thanks. Jim | ||
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Post# 467261 , Reply# 29 11/3/2023 at 08:01 by gmkubancsek (GREENWOOD) |
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I visit the forum daily. A lot of valuable information and history and talented people sharing information and repair techniques. I am grateful for those who answer the same old question by new members, and do it with grace, style, and professionalism. Thank you.
I enjoy the FB groups as well. I love to see the photos and commentary by ALL the talented individuals who share their knowledge and time - Kyle K and David O among them. Gary K. | ||
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Post# 467277 , Reply# 30 11/4/2023 at 09:17 by Thevacomaticiec (Bathurst New Brunswick Canada ) |
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Post# 467278 , Reply# 31 11/4/2023 at 09:45 by VacMadMan (Pueblo Co.) |
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Facebook
I left FB due to the censorship on the website. When I restored my Kirby 4C I tried to post about it, and I started my post by saying "Ladies and gentlemen. boys and girls introducing my Kirby 4C"
FB would not let me post it using that comment. When I changed it to simply saying "introducing my Kiby 4C" That was OK but using the words ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls was not allowed. I guess it was too inclusive. Thats when I knew it was time to go, and don't get me started on FB fact checkers, what a joke. Jim | ||
| Post# 467286 , Reply# 32 11/4/2023 at 17:41 by huskyvacs (Gnaw Bone, Indiana) | ||
 Everyone's still here. When this forum started in the mid 2000's I'll bet there was barely 100 people here. Consider nearly 4,000 an achievement! Also those numbers are inflated because it counts registered accounts, no matter who is registering. Most forum websites will have a long list of bot accounts registering and never post. This site also counts deleted/dead accounts as members I believe too. So even if it says over 3.5k members there likely isn't that many in actual human beings. The more toxic and gatekeeping that social media gets, the more people will flock back to forums. Automotive repair and collector forum websites are still thriving regardless of social media because it's the only place you can get real answers and interactions about topics. Gotta play the long game. People will come back, and active talkative users will increase, just be patient. | ||
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Post# 467294 , Reply# 33 11/4/2023 at 20:49 by JustJunque (Western MA) |
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I'm here just about every day. I read just about every post. When I post, it's usually to ask questions, or to compliment someone else's awesome vacuums.
I don't have any knowledge to share with others. I'm mostly here to learn, admire, and to enjoy the company of others who share this somewhat strange hobby. I don't do social media at all. And, I don't have a circle of friends in person to share this with. So, I really appreciate everyone who has helped me with problems, shared our collections, or just exchanged some pleasantries. | ||
| Post# 467314 , Reply# 34 11/5/2023 at 09:42 by suckolux (Yuba City, CA) | ||
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Post# 467484 , Reply# 35 11/13/2023 at 14:39 by bagintheback (Flagstaff, Arizona) |
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Still here! 
I check in and read the site a few times a month, but only chime in when I know I have something to add to the conversation. I joined the site when I was still a teenager and feel like I kinda grew up with Vacummland. I've moved a few times and have progressively less space to collect, but the interest is still there.
I try to stay off Facebook and Reddit; not sure where else there's collecting communities. I really hope this site never goes dark and would be willing to donate to keep it that way. The archive of knowledge is priceless. | ||
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