[Paul H]

OK I know there are thousands of threads but need up to date responses.

Have been using a single vac 100 psi 2nd hand 7yr old machine to get me started (about 6months) having problems now and need to upgrade (going to fix and keep this as a back up) - about 3.5k budget ( for new).

Due to vehicle issues (astra van size) size is issue so was looking at airflex / powerflite etc.. with the easy load facility (i.e loaded so the height is basically the depth when in vehicle so plenty room height ways).

also prochem machines mentioned..

Any sensible advice welcome please

paul 

[AJB]

I know many may disagree but you won't go wrong with
the Powrflite PX1350 Ph. It will be a revelation after what
you have been using. Coupled with a Wonderwand and
CFR handtool you will be amazed how much easier the
job is. I don't personally think any other portable can
compete with the heating system on these machines.
You will find drying times are drastically reduced.
It will fit easily in your van, and will save you some money
from your budget. I'm well happy with mine, and i came from
a Ninja with internal heat exchanger. ( a toy in comparison).

[richy27]

i agree with ajb    heat system on these machines is excellant   but i found the waste tank the worst bit about them hard to clean out and turbulance was an issue dragging waste through vacs   but all in all pretty good machine ( i had one for a while )   must be a real headache making your mind up what porty to get these days so many new machines out there  .  just dont be fooled by the sales patter  big words = big bullpoop.    i would get down to three possible machines and ask on here if you can come and have a look and chat about the machines .   some times your better off talking to people who use the machines everyday first  rather than who are selling them . you may have to travel a bit as your unlikey to et help on your door post

[Paul H]

thanks guys great start to the replies.... hmmm 

[Colin Day]

I'll be flogging my Altec when my Jaguar arrives.... Does this help

[richy27]

I'll be flogging my Altec when my Jaguar arrives.... Does this help

colins a good man and looks after his kit so thats a good offer. 

[Richard Cole]

I have the Airflex Pro and although I have a van i did try to get it in the back of my car a vw passat estate on one occasion when my van was in the gargage and it would not fit  
So check before you buy.  You might also consider the Airflex Mini Pro which might be an option as it has the same spec as the Aiflex Pro just a smaller case just with a smaller waste tank.

[Colin Day]

I'll be flogging my Altec when my Jaguar arrives.... Does this help

colins a good man and looks after his kit so thats a good offer. 

I do love taking machines to bits and sorting them out... So I'll also be selling a bag of nuts and bolts

[richy27]

i am making my own truckmount at the moment just as a bit of a hobby .  the old man has a new guy working for him on the farm who his tip top at engines.  I think its going to be the ugliest machine ever built and will take me ages to finish. 

[Jamie Pearson]

The Pow-r Flite PFX1350 previosly mentioned is a very tall machine so will go in without trouble when loaded flat.

We run 2 of them. They now come supplied with Lamb Ametek vacs fitted as standard too. The wonder wand will allow you to run high pressure without the need for loads of dry passes and the heating system will perform at higher psi than most out there.

If you dont think you need high heat and loads of solution pressure then the newly upgraded Steempro is definately worth a look.

If you can afford a little extra (£200 or so) get the Powerplus model with the increased capacity as the new pump has quite a demand. The machine its self isnt much heavier than the standard as its nearly all fresh air when its empty.

[Colin Day]

i am making my own truckmount at the moment just as a bit of a hobby .  the old man has a new guy working for him on the farm who his tip top at engines.  I think its going to be the ugliest machine ever built and will take me ages to finish. 

I've got a brand new combined harvester
Well actually I've got three
I'm gonna join them all together
And make a Truck Mount fit for thee

Cleaning up to 40 acres
While you won't even manage 3
My Truck Mount Combi Harvester
Will earn me more than thee

[Phillip Mold]

I've got a brand new combined harvester
Well actually I've got three
I'm gonna join them all together
And make a Truck Mount fit for thee

Cleaning up to 40 acres
While you won't even manage 3
My Truck Mount Combi Harvester
Will earn me more than thee
[/quote]


You are wasted as a carpet cleaner!

[Colin Day]

I wish I was just wasted TBH

[Steve Rothwell]

I wish I was just wasted TBH

And that is how you ended up looking for the Golden Rivet on your last ship     

[Shaun_Ashmore]

Couple more of them Scrumpys and Colin will be wasted

Not just the machine power you need to look at, there's size and weight to take into consideration.

Shaun

[richy27]

i am making my own truckmount at the moment just as a bit of a hobby .  the old man has a new guy working for him on the farm who his tip top at engines.  I think its going to be the ugliest machine ever built and will take me ages to finish. 

I've got a brand new combined harvester
Well actually I've got three
I'm gonna join them all together
And make a Truck Mount fit for thee

Cleaning up to 40 acres
While you won't even manage 3
My Truck Mount Combi Harvester
Will earn me more than thee

i have no come back answer to that am speechless for a change   ps you haven lived till you have driven a class lexion fitted with on board mapping and hill master leveling kit   

[Colin Day]

i am making my own truckmount at the moment just as a bit of a hobby .  the old man has a new guy working for him on the farm who his tip top at engines.  I think its going to be the ugliest machine ever built and will take me ages to finish. 

I've got a brand new combined harvester
Well actually I've got three
I'm gonna join them all together
And make a Truck Mount fit for thee

Cleaning up to 40 acres
While you won't even manage 3
My Truck Mount Combi Harvester
Will earn me more than thee

i have no come back answer to that am speechless for a change   ps you haven lived till you have driven a class lexion fitted with on board mapping and hill master leveling kit   

I've driven a Type 22 Batch 2 Frigate missiled up to the ying yang

[richy27]

colin no one likes a smart arse

[clinton]

Colin someone might enjoy that

[Colin Day]

colin no one likes a smart arse