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07-20-2015, 10:14 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
Hanscom AFB
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 38
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Vacuum cleaner recommendation
Does anyone have any good recommendations for vacuum cleaner s to use in our 2015 Flying Cloud while we are on the road? Obviously small is good. Corded or cordless? Specific brands & models?
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07-20-2015, 10:38 PM
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Rivet Master 
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Battle Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 7,714
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We use a small Dyson, with its wall mount on the partition under the bedroom tv, plugged into the other receptacle opening for recharging. Works well, travels well, always handy, and always charged (except when boon docking on solar power). High quality dependable unit, don't need its accessories in the Airstream.
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2012 FC RB, Michelin 16, ProPride 1400
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4X4 Ecodiesel 3.92 axles
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07-21-2015, 05:26 AM
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Rivet Master 
1961 24' Tradewind
1969 29' Ambassador
1970 21' Globetrotter
Jamestown
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,783
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We carry an old Dirt Devil corded portable. Runs fine on the inverter when we are boondocking
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61 tradewind, plus a few others
13 Ram 2500 TD
99 Dodge TD 577K miles
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07-21-2015, 05:36 AM
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Rivet Master 
2015 30' International
2009 27' FB International
2007 25' Safari
Currently Looking...
Greensboro
, North Carolina
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,564
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Hand Vac
OK, I know this is not a vac, but, the small hand vac Black & Decker CHV1408 DustBuster 14.4V is mounted on the right side of the table frame, plugged into the power block which itself is mounted on the top edge of the remounted subwoofer (up on its wide side) underneath the dinette bench, so the power to the Espresso maker, coffee grinder, and vac can be turned off when not needed.
I use the vac for various dirt, dust, but primarily to clean up the coffee grounds, know to those who make espresso....  It does a very nice job, can get under the areas I cannot easily sweep. Most often I use a broom, mounted on the bathroom wall.
Espresso table by Tommie Lauer, on Flickr
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07-21-2015, 06:50 AM
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Rivet Master 
2013 25' FB Flying Cloud
2011 23' FB Flying Cloud
Branson
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 734
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For a trip of a week or so, we take our Dyson V-6 without the charge. It's got sufficient battery life to last long enough to clean the trailer at least twice.
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07-21-2015, 08:06 AM
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Rivet Master 
Currently Looking...
K.C.
, Missouri
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 585
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I use this little Stanley one gallon to keep the trailer and tow vehicle clean. Powerful, small, lightweight, packs away easily
Stanley 1 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum - Yellow : Target
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07-21-2015, 09:40 AM
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Rivet Master 
2012 25' FB International
Trent Woods
, North Carolina
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 3,120
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We have a Miele stick vacuum that is incredibly powerful and fits in the closet/wardrobe easily. I gave up on cordless a long time ago as they lack power and lifespan.
Larry
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07-21-2015, 09:46 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
2011 30' Classic
2007 25' International CCD
1993 32' Excella
Largo
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 355
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My Hoover 18 volt that I purchased in Walmart is great. For small jobs i have a B&D hand held. The Hoover fits easily in my hanging closet.
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07-21-2015, 10:11 AM
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2020 Classic 33
Box Elder
, South Dakota
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,731
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Dyson rechargable. Somewhat expensive but works well. Take it home to the house when not using the trailer. Has been the go to house vacuum for small jobs and stairs.
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2020 Classic 33 Twin, 2019 Ram 3500 Longhorn, ProPride
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07-28-2015, 04:54 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2015 30' Classic
Green Cove Springs
, Florida
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 285
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I installed a Dometic whole house vacuum in our Classic. GREAT.
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07-28-2015, 08:20 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2014 27' FB International
Arlington
, Virginia
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 107
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Recently bought the Dyson V6 Absolute (used to use a small Black and Decker in the trailer) and it is amazing! Took it with us on a trip to Destin, FL, and sand in the trailer was no longer an issue. The fluffy head is great on the vinyl floors and picks up everything. When not in use, I placed it in one of the gaps between our bed and the nightstand, so it was never in the way. I loved being able to just easily vacuum at any moment, without having to bend down to push a small hand vac close to the ground.
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10-06-2015, 09:54 PM
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Rivet Master 
2015 25' FB International
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 572
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I use a broom when OTR but Dyson it out when I get back. The broom, as boring as it is, is light, doesn't need power and is 98% effective.
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10-07-2015, 10:54 AM
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Full Time Adventurer
2007 27' International CCD FB
Nomadic
, USA
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 2,748
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The vacuum is super compact (it folds up) and came with a bag that contains it and all it's extensions. Storage under the gloucho is a breeze with this thing. 12v with a 20ft cord.
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10-28-2015, 07:10 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
2012 31' Classic
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2011
Posts: 61
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We have an older version of a small Dyson Ball Multi-Floor canister vacuum. It works really well for us. Pricy, but a well-built effective vacuum cleaner. We store it in the trailer closet.
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11-05-2015, 01:08 PM
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Rivet Master 

1987 32' Excella
Nepean
, Ontario
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,407
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Msmoto
OK, I know this is not a vac, but, the small hand vac Black & Decker CHV1408 DustBuster 14.4V is mounted on the right side of the table frame, plugged into the power block which itself is mounted on the top edge of the remounted subwoofer (up on its wide side) underneath the dinette bench, so the power to the Espresso maker, coffee grinder, and vac can be turned off when not needed.
I use the vac for various dirt, dust, but primarily to clean up the coffee grounds, know to those who make espresso....  It does a very nice job, can get under the areas I cannot easily sweep. Most often I use a broom, mounted on the bathroom wall.
Espresso table by Tommie Lauer, on Flickr
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Too complicated, Tommie <smile>
I like to boondock, so I have a nice burr-type hand grinder and a Benjamin & Medlin stove-top cappuccino maker. I can make you a dynamite latte in the middle of the Sonora Desert without the need for any electricity.
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1987 Excella 32-foot
1999 Dodge Ram 2500HD Diesel
WBCCI 8080
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11-28-2015, 09:27 PM
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New Member
2016 23' Flying Cloud
henderson
, Nevada
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 3
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makita cordless vacuum is the best setup. same battery to operate impact tool for stabilizer jacks and drill.
vacuum works great
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02-14-2017, 10:26 PM
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jeffndaile
2013 28' Flying Cloud
Clarkston
, Washington
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 145
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Wishing
Recently bought the Dyson V6 Absolute (used to use a small Black and Decker in the trailer) and it is amazing! Took it with us on a trip to Destin, FL, and sand in the trailer was no longer an issue. The fluffy head is great on the vinyl floors and picks up everything. When not in use, I placed it in one of the gaps between our bed and the nightstand, so it was never in the way. I loved being able to just easily vacuum at any moment, without having to bend down to push a small hand vac close to the ground.
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+1 on the dyson... wife loves it, best vacuum we've ever owned. Period.
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05-25-2017, 07:29 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2013 28' Flying Cloud
Penn Yan
, New York
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 135
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Vacuum cleaner
We use the Dyson V6 Motörhead. It's really great. You
Can get a good deal for one on EBay.
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05-25-2017, 09:51 PM
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Rivet Master 
1999 30' Excella 1000
small town
, Maryland
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 802
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Who needs a vacuum when you have dogs? Spilled potato chips, popcorn, etc.etc. Open the door, and immediately they go to work. Kids with food on their face...no problem, send in the clean-up crew. They are the best 4 footed wet vacs around. Kidding aside...a dirt devil.
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