100% VLM ???

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Worst case scenario for me is to go home and get my old machine (paid off for 20+ years) free and i dont have to worry that someone else has rented it before me and i have to wait for them to return it so i can finish.i dont believe in relying on someone else for my livelihood. Ever heard of Murphys law??
Me To{relying on someone}

I have 3 -175 in my van at all time!!!
 

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Worst case scenario for me is to go home and get my old machine (paid off for 20+ years) free and i dont have to worry that someone else has rented it before me and i have to wait for them to return it so i can finish.i dont believe in relying on someone else for my livelihood. Ever heard of Murphys law??
Most VLM cleaners carry two or more machines.
 

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Worst case scenario for me is to go home and get my old machine (paid off for 20+ years) free and i dont have to worry that someone else has rented it before me and i have to wait for them to return it so i can finish.i dont believe in relying on someone else for my livelihood. Ever heard of Murphys law??
How many times have we read on Mikeyboard about my TM is down and I need HELP?

Like all the time!!!

I'm GLAD this board is here to HELP!!!

I have never heard anyone say, my 175 has shut down I need HELP? LOL
 
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Most VLM cleaners carry two or more machines.
I would too if i were doing vlm. nothing more humiliating or humbling than not having what you need to finish the job. I don't trust an auto parts to have the proper oil for my vehicle when i need it much less a company to have specific piece of equipment available when i need it
 
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I would too if i were doing vlm. nothing more humiliating or humbling than not having what you need to finish the job. I don't trust an auto parts to have the proper oil for my vehicle when i need it much less a company to have specific piece of equipment available when i need it
I agree with you!

That's why I believe VLM makes the most sense{and dollars$$$} when it comes to Carpet Cleaning!
 

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How many times have we read on Mikeyboard about my TM is down and I need HELP?

Like all the time!!!

I'm GLAD this board is here to HELP!!!

I have never heard anyone say, my 175 has shut down I need HELP? LOL
Just because you haven't heard it doesn't mean it can't, won't, or hasn't happened yet. That machine isn't immune to Mechanical breakdowns ALL, NOT SOME, MACHINES HAVE 100% FAILURE RATE SOME JUST SOONER THAN OTHERS. BUT PARTS WEAR OUT ON EVERYTHING NOT JUST SOME THINGS
 
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I agree with you!

That's why I believe VLM makes the most sense{and dollars$$$} when it comes to Carpet Cleaning!
Ya but you can do some carpets but not all carpets. For me, i haven't come across one my machine wouldn't work on. I don't show up and say i cant do your carpet becaust it doesn't have a pad or tacked down to dirty etc.etc. if i say i can't clean it its because in my opinion it should be replaced not because for whatever reason frankinstien wont work right on it. Tell me im wrong and take the 100oz silver challenge
 
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Just because you haven't heard it doesn't mean it can't, won't, or hasn't happened yet. That machine isn't immune to Mechanical breakdowns ALL, NOT SOME, MACHINES HAVE 100% FAILURE RATE SOME JUST SOONER THAN OTHERS. BUT PARTS WEAR OUT ON EVERYTHING NOT JUST SOME THINGS
My go to 175 is at least 45 years old, runs and looks almost brand new!

All original parts, even the cord. Can't say the same for my extension cord

I go through those one a year[ ok, darn it you got me on that ]
 

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Ya but you can do some carpets but not all carpets. For me, i haven't come across one my machine wouldn't work on. I don't show up and say i cant do your carpet becaust it doesn't have a pad or tacked down to dirty etc.etc. if i say i can't clean it its because in my opinion it should be replaced not because for whatever reason frankinstien wont work right on it. Tell me im wrong and take the 100oz silver challenge VLM for 10 years never walked away once.
Full time VLM 10 years. never walk away from one job.

I offer 100% money back Guarantee!

I had one customer asked me to leave after I cleaned the rat nasty room [ it clean up very nice]

The other room was a spare bedroom had no spots on it.

"Sometimes I wonder about people???"
 
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Ya but you can do some carpets but not all carpets. For me, i haven't come across one my machine wouldn't work on. I don't show up and say i cant do your carpet becaust it doesn't have a pad or tacked down to dirty etc.etc. if i say i can't clean it its because in my opinion it should be replaced not because for whatever reason frankinstien wont work right on it. Tell me im wrong and take the 100oz silver challenge
Just the opposite,

I think I can clean things TM can't clean?

No pad, no problem.

loose carpet, easy peezy.

Love dirty carpet that's my favorite to clean!

High-rise that only means more money, more money, more money $$$

If you have to park on the opposite side of the street, you can't run a hose across the street?

IF IT IS CARPET I CAN CLEAN IT AND CLEAN IT VERY WELL!!!!!!
 
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Just the opposite,

I think I can clean things TM can't clean?

No pad, no problem.

loose carpet, easy peezy.

Love dirty carpet that's my favorite to clean!

High-rise that only means more money, more money, more money $$$

If you have to park on the opposite side of the street, you can't run a hose across the street?

IF IT IS CARPET I CAN CLEAN IT AND CLEAN IT VERY WELL!!!!!!
 

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Well then come on down and attempt to claim the prize if you win it'll more than justify the cost of travel and according to some you can rent whatever you need to (attempt) to beat me from home depot. You don't even need to bring all your equipment. Google MENDOCINO COAST/ OR MENDOCINO/ OR FORT BRAGG CALIFORNIA. youll see if nothing else its a fantastic vacation destination

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That's why I'm a big believer in 175!

The best all-around clean machine ever invented!

Plus, backup machines cost next to nothing?
Funny thing.

I lent my only 175 to my sister who was staining her driveway. She said the process was some sort of buffing on her new concrete to prime it before applying the stain

They trashed it. lol. I havnt bought another one since. I just pull out the crb when needed
 

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Well then come on down and attempt to claim the prize if you win it'll more than justify the cost of travel and according to some you can rent whatever you need to (attempt) to beat me from home depot. You don't even need to bring all your equipment. Google MENDOCINO COAST/ OR MENDOCINO/ OR FORT BRAGG CALIFORNIA. youll see if nothing else its a fantastic vacation destination

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Let's just say if I accept your challenge?

And if I was to win?

I wouldn't take silver.

I have never like getting one-over on my senior or someone I look up to.

So bragging rights wouldn't even be fun.


That being said I can get Carpet Really Clean!!! " It's not Hard ? It's what I DO!!!"
 

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Funny thing.

I lent my only 175 to my sister who was staining her driveway. She said the process was some sort of buffing on her new concrete to prime it before applying the stain

They trashed it. lol. I havnt bought another one since. I just pull out the crb when needed
CRB, is a great tool!

But the 175 with red pad is even better for scrubbing!

It holds so much wet soil. [ And if your pre-spray is right everything becomes WET!]

And what it does not pick up the microfiber bonnet will !!! { The solid baby blue bonnet not the scrub strips bonnet}
 
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Like i said time and time again prove it. i got a dirty carpet and 100oz of silver that says you can't out clean frankinstien with your wipe n go system according to your past statements you state you can only clean better on some carpets and not all 100 oz of silver is 7,806.00 at this moment
Try to sell that silver.
 

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Fact of the matter is still being a one trick pony just don't fit in most cases. Cleaning with a 175 and comparing it with a PTO is humorous, or vice versa. My crb will break down, but let's hope it's later
rather that sooner. I love VLM when it fits, but I Love HWE when it fits. TM or porty. I have it all! My
kid cleaned 1500 sq ft of
cgd with war on pee and the Cimex Friday. Who cares, it was fast and did what we wanted.😀
 
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Try to sell that silver.
I just checked this morning and said i was interested in selling 1000 oz and i was told that markets are closed. tomorrow they will buy @.75 off spot and i would have to make an appointment and accept a check for amounts over 3000.00
 
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How many times have we read on Mikeyboard about my TM is down and I need HELP?

Like all the time!!!

I'm GLAD this board is here to HELP!!!

I have never heard anyone say, my 175 has shut down I need HELP? LOL
I sleep good at night knowing my equipment NEVER fails me ... ANYMORE

And if somethings does happen I got backups for everything


Had some fun today at my Apt Complex using my 13'' 175-300 Hawk and Carpet Details

I used Bonnet Pro's Multi Brush with Fiber Pad to scrub and 17'' driver with 19'' Iron man Bonnets to extract


Carpet Cleaning is a EASY and SIMPLE Process

Detergent Scrub Remove



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I just checked this morning and said i was interested in selling 1000 oz and i was told that markets are closed. tomorrow they will buy @.75 off spot and i would have to make an appointment and accept a check for amounts over 3000.00
I tried selling some 90% coins but was told the refineries aren't buying so nobody wanted them right now.
 

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I tried selling some 90% coins but was told the refineries aren't buying so nobody wanted them right now.
90% is alot different , it's considered junk silver and it falls into the same spot category as old jewelry and sterling silverware. My guy doesn't buy that stuff. But .999 coins,rounds and small bars(up to 1kg(1000g) ) is not a problem my guy wants1.25 under spot for 100oz bars and won't accept anything larger
 

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Fact of the matter is still being a one trick pony just don't fit in most cases. Cleaning with a 175 and comparing it with a PTO is humorous, or vice versa. My crb will break down, but let's hope it's later
rather that sooner. I love VLM when it fits, but I Love HWE when it fits. TM or porty. I have it all! My
kid cleaned 1500 sq ft of
cgd with war on pee and the Cimex Friday. Who cares, it was fast and did what we wanted.😀
Funny!
My Pony been working fine on all the Tricks!

Every day all day long!!!

I MUST BE DOING SOMETHING WRONG????
 

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I sleep good at night knowing my equipment NEVER fails me ... ANYMORE

And if somethings does happen I got backups for everything


Had some fun today at my Apt Complex using my 13'' 175-300 Hawk and Carpet Details

I used Bonnet Pro's Multi Brush with Fiber Pad to scrub and 17'' driver with 19'' Iron man Bonnets to extract


Carpet Cleaning is a EASY and SIMPLE Process

Detergent Scrub Remove



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George,
WE was given the Golden Ticket!!!

To be truthful we opened up our eyes and ears!!!

How fortunate and lucky we've been!!!!
 
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Frank do you know Brandon the SETT Specialist ???


Here he is calling a Carpet Cleaning Company and Mikey's Board Member that still uses WATER PRESSURE to clean with like it's still the 1990's

And he was not happy about hearing the TRUTH


The VLM/SETT Method with 1-2 Hour Dry Times is how carpet is cleaned today !!!



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