[Clare.w]

How long was it before you upgraded?

[expro]

Hi Clare,

If you go on the Prochem website all the machine measurements on there.

Expro

[clinton]

Maybe find out if someone will let you see there set ups and see what will fit in your car..

[Clare.w]

That would be really good, If there is anyone not too far away that would be willing to show us.........
I am trying to find somewhere in Norfolk that sells a good range of machines so we can go and have a look, can't find any though.
Anyone got any ideas?

[Ian Gourlay]

I mentioned before drive down A11, M!1 to Alltec, Or go to Hugh crane but they did not have much there last time I went about 5 years ago.

i Think the other place is on Drayton Road begins with  H they might sell you a nematic which would be a waste of time

All in all its worth investing a half a day or a day and popping to Alltec

You could also head for Wood bridge Commercials in Harlow

[Clare.w]

Thanks Ian, yes you did mention it before.

Doesn't look like Hugh Crane stock very much but will visit Alltec.
Are they good machines? there's a lot to choose from.
 

[Clare.w]

Alltec do training aswell, is that any good? or would we be better off training somewhere eles?

[Tony Gill Carpet Smart]

The Ninja can have wheels fitted on the top where the handle is so it can be loaded on it's back if required. Might make life easier using estate car.

Cheers Tony

[Clare.w]

I've just been reading through the website, the training and start up package looks really good. will be going in 2 weeks.

[Mike_Roper]

It would be worth paying Cleansmart a visit in Nottingham aswell , there are a number of machines varying size and spec to suit your needs I'm sure.
Mike

[Ian Gourlay]

The training at alltec is first class.

It is drivable if you need repairs

That said Cleansmart also offer good packages and training You would need to check local service arrangement

[derek west]

whats wrong with a box trailer, some of these towavans are quite snazzy looking, surely thats a tad more professional looking. and big enough to get kit in that will do a professional job, + as long as there looked after they don't devalue if bought used so can be sold on when you get to the stage where you can invest in a van.

just a thought.

[wrex clean]

you could get some magnetic adverts made for the car and made for the back windows that make it look like a van

[Terry_Burrows]

  Clare dont buy from Ashbys what ever you do there arrogant rude not nice at all,and they ripp you off!
and they charge you for every thing,even in warranty,steer well clear! : trust me I am having it large with
them now

[Johnny Czarnota]

maybe try karcher machines. I have a transit connect and its briliannt, loads of space in the boot and 5 seater as well

[Clare.w]

Thanks Terry, yes I read your other post!

( I think they may have read it to.....maybe why they were so rude to you?)
 

[jim mca]

Clare
I would not lift my steampro into a car or a van as I have a bad back the only draw backs with the mini is lifting it into the van and a bit more bucketing as smaller tanks its spec is as good as you will get for a portable with that I mean you can easily take it up to attic flats if you want a higher spec then go for a jag or the storm and as derek posted use a trailer.

Jimmy the weakling  

[Terry_Burrows]

they have ripped me off and I told them I am going on here and telling the truth about them,everyone on this site knows all about Ashby,money grabbing, : just check by my posts and see why this has have been so :
they know I know too many people,I warned them! there attitude stinks! : if you dont know I got a ninja,still under warranty  oct 211,because I am not the buyer from new they will not do the work under the warranty,
last week £167 later to do the repair,2 hours of work later problem still not solved now there saying pump head, they are conning people, ::)so its back again with them,I will keep you all updated as this story I am sure will go on, they have so messed with the wrong guy! : I am the 2nd owner its like a brand new machine,
because of there stinking attitude there going to get what they deserve, its not needed

[Clare.w]

Jimmy the weakling
Jimmy (the weakling  )
Thats a good point to make actually, My hubby does't have a back problem, but I don't want him getting one! - I could'nt stand the moaning 
So maybe We should consider a bit more how heavy they are... I think thats why I thought the scorpion would be good because it say's on the website how light it is.

Can you use a ramp or something to help?

 The minie looks like it would be a good choice to start with, with an aim to upgrading to a truck mount and van  -in 6 months time ish, then we would have the minie for any hard to reach areas -flats.....Does that sound like a plan?


Box trailer is a good idea but wouldnt work for us, we have no off road parking.     

[Tony Gill Carpet Smart]

Terry pity you didn't buy from Ashbys then you would have had a warranty. Before going T/M I bought a 400psi Ninja with built in heat exchanger and had GREAT service from Ashbys and the Ninja which may I say is still going strong on the odd ocassion it is needed first class machine.

Tony