Clean It Up
UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: dazmond on May 11, 2013, 09:01:25 am
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for those that have the new gardiner clamps whats the verdict?
im gonna order 3 clamp kits for my poles when there back in stock! ;) :) :)
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They take a little getting used too IMO.
After a couple of hours of your mind telling you that the section is going to spin because it feels like you have not closed the lever as tight as you should, you get used too it.
They feel as if they lock into place even though you are using minimum pressure to close them.
hope this helps
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They take a little getting used too IMO.
After a couple of hours of your mind telling you that the section is going to spin because it feels like you have not closed the lever as tight as you should, you get used too it.
They feel as if they lock into place even though you are using minimum pressure to close them.
hope this helps
do you like them then?
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for those that have the new gardiner clamps whats the verdict?
im gonna order 3 clamp kits for my poles when there back in stock! ;) :) :)
have i missed something what's a clamp kit...........i hate being left behind :D
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for those that have the new gardiner clamps whats the verdict?
im gonna order 3 clamp kits for my poles when there back in stock! ;) :) :)
have i missed something what's a clamp kit...........i hate being left behind :D
have you been on holiday? ;D
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/Gardiner-Smart-Clamp-DIY-Upgrade-Kits-ClampII_SET.html ;)
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Yes love them!!!!!!!
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really good idea and the poles an improvement . no black hands.... loving it. well done gardiner
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Yes they do take a bit of getting used to, but yes they are good. The real test will be when i fit the clamp kit to my 3year old slx to see it clamping on the worn and unworn pole surface. I just cant summon the enthusiasm to do it atm :)
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Im not sure if this tip as been told on here before but as far as the "spinning sections" that you get when they wear a little. Ive got a easy (albeit temp) fix solution... Electricity tape! ;) Honestly just like when you use tape for the positive stop ends on each section, when a section starts to wear and spin, just use a wrap of tape on that part of the pole section (normally at the top where it get the most use!
having said that it as to be WELL worn other wise it just acts as a positive stop at the top (which still accomplishes the job)
And having said all this im still gonna upgrage to the smart clamps for my slx 30 :)
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Im not sure if this tip as been told on here before but as far as the "spinning sections" that you get when they wear a little. Ive got a easy (albeit temp) fix solution... Electricity tape! ;) Honestly just like when you use tape for the positive stop ends on each section, when a section starts to wear and spin, just use a wrap of tape on that part of the pole section (normally at the top where it get the most use!
having said that it as to be WELL worn other wise it just acts as a positive stop at the top (which still accomplishes the job)
And having said all this im still gonna upgrage to the smart clamps for my slx 30 :)
but you have to change the tape every 2 or 3 days,not great IMAO
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for those that have the new gardiner clamps whats the verdict?
im gonna order 3 clamp kits for my poles when there back in stock! ;) :) :)
have i missed something what's a clamp kit...........i hate being left behind :D
have you been on holiday? ;D
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/Gardiner-Smart-Clamp-DIY-Upgrade-Kits-ClampII_SET.html ;)
i think i need one
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Im not sure if this tip as been told on here before but as far as the "spinning sections" that you get when they wear a little. Ive got a easy (albeit temp) fix solution... Electricity tape! ;) Honestly just like when you use tape for the positive stop ends on each section, when a section starts to wear and spin, just use a wrap of tape on that part of the pole section (normally at the top where it get the most use!
having said that it as to be WELL worn other wise it just acts as a positive stop at the top (which still accomplishes the job)
And having said all this im still gonna upgrage to the smart clamps for my slx 30 :)
but you have to change the tape every 2 or 3 days,not great IMAO
The tape doesnt last, but in my experiance it doesnt need changing every two or three days either.
Regards
GB
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So how do these new smart clamps actually work then? ive searched for the answer before bugging people on here but even on gardiners web site it doesn give an explanation?!
Cheers
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Sprung loaded apparently. Not got mine yet but looking forward to no more spinning and collapsing sections on my Xtreme poles.
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Sprung loaded apparently. Not got mine yet but looking forward to no more spinning and collapsing sections on my Xtreme poles.
Ah yeah, that makes sense. I thought it would be something along those lines. Cheers dave
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I use electricity tape GB. Last 2-3 weeks. I have my CLX poles prepped and assembled but not glued as I didn't have time. They grip beautifully though. I am not one of the Alex sycophants, but well done Gardiners on a nice redesign job.
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So how do these new smart clamps actually work then? ive searched for the answer before bugging people on here but even on gardiners web site it doesn give an explanation?!
Cheers
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/Gardiner-Smart-Clamp-DIY-Upgrade-Kits-ClampII_SET.html
watch the 1st video ;)
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Im not sure if this tip as been told on here before but as far as the "spinning sections" that you get when they wear a little. Ive got a easy (albeit temp) fix solution... Electricity tape! ;) Honestly just like when you use tape for the positive stop ends on each section, when a section starts to wear and spin, just use a wrap of tape on that part of the pole section (normally at the top where it get the most use!
having said that it as to be WELL worn other wise it just acts as a positive stop at the top (which still accomplishes the job)
And having said all this im still gonna upgrage to the smart clamps for my slx 30 :)
but you have to change the tape every 2 or 3 days,not great IMAO
The tape doesnt last, but in my experiance it doesnt need changing every two or three days either.
Regards
GB
ok GB,probably right on well worn pole ;)
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Yeah my idea's only a temp fix. the trouble is alot of my temp fixes as of late turn in to semi perminant! ;D
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I took the springs out of my brodex clamps and put them in the gardeners clamps and works very good and yes I have order new clamps ;)
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Cut my clamps of this morning and glued new 1s on took about 15 mins and they are in my van drying giving them 24 hours to dry and will try them sunday on my own house.
Verdict to follow
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
Thanks for that, its little things like this what suprise new users. So thanks again mate
GB
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
Thanks for that, its little things like this what suprise new users. So thanks again mate
GB
you had ago with them yet GB?
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
Thanks for that, its little things like this what suprise new users. So thanks again mate
GB
you had ago with them yet GB?
Not yet, but i intend to buy some soon!
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
Thanks for that, its little things like this what suprise new users. So thanks again mate
GB
you had ago with them yet GB?
Not yet, but i intend to buy some soon!
i might do a clamp upgrade for my slx22
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
+1
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I don't like it when you open each lever the clamp moves forwards n back,I tend to keep looking down at the clamps instead of the job it's self but sure I'd get used to it.. They do feel stronger and smooth when opened n closed :)
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yes :) so it's not just me being a tart!!
When there open they rattle about don't they?
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Anyone know where the fitting video has gone? was going to fit mine but can't see the vid anywhere ???
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Anyone know where the fitting video has gone? was going to fit mine but can't see the vid anywhere ???
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/Gardiner-Smart-Clamp-DIY-Upgrade-Kits-ClampII_SET.html
last video at the bottom ;)
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Been removed Ben?
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Been removed Ben?
no Ronnie,still there,you can't see the video? refresh your page maybe
try this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=MUW1WpzfpyE
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Got it, cheer's Ben. ;)
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Got it, cheer's Ben. ;)
You're welcome :)
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I fitted the new clamps to my 14 month old SLX 25 and 12 month old CLX 10 on friday cut the excess glue off today gave everything a good clean and renewed the stop tapes. Wanted to try it all out so gave my windows a clean and I am very impressed and happy. The clamps work very well no spinning or hard to collapse sections as before its just like having a new pole. If you are considering if its worth getting the new clamps my verdict would be 100% yes. Only trouble is she thinks I am cleaning the windows every sunday now. :o