Interesting budget steamer deal
02-07-2007, 02:43 PM
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Interesting budget steamer deal
Not that I advocate gaming the system, just relating a story...
I've been looking for a decent quality steam cleaner and--while I'd love to have one like Anthony's--I think I found one that will have adequate functionality, but on my budget. It's the Reliable t630. Looks to be a cut above the <$100 models with temp, pressure and accessories more like the $600+ models. I'm sure it's not quite as robust, but hopefully good enough for home/car use. Lots of sites have info, here's one: http://www.todayshealthyhome.com/ste...am_cleaner.htm
Here's the deal part: Currently, the t630 is on global backorder, with everyone saying it will ship in late Feb-early Mar. Anyway, everyone seems to sell it for list price: $299, except UnbeatableSale.com through Amazon, which has it for $249. They show it as in stock. So I placed the order and got the expected out of stock e-mail. Then I cancelled the order, and they gave me an additional 10% off not to cancel, making it an even better deal.
I've been looking for a decent quality steam cleaner and--while I'd love to have one like Anthony's--I think I found one that will have adequate functionality, but on my budget. It's the Reliable t630. Looks to be a cut above the <$100 models with temp, pressure and accessories more like the $600+ models. I'm sure it's not quite as robust, but hopefully good enough for home/car use. Lots of sites have info, here's one: http://www.todayshealthyhome.com/ste...am_cleaner.htm
Here's the deal part: Currently, the t630 is on global backorder, with everyone saying it will ship in late Feb-early Mar. Anyway, everyone seems to sell it for list price: $299, except UnbeatableSale.com through Amazon, which has it for $249. They show it as in stock. So I placed the order and got the expected out of stock e-mail. Then I cancelled the order, and they gave me an additional 10% off not to cancel, making it an even better deal.
02-07-2007, 04:12 PM
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I've looking for a steamer too - ever since I read Anthony's post that showed a before and after shot of a wheel well!! Thanks for the info. The model that I have been eyeing on eBay is the TR5 steamer with a stainless boiler.
03-24-2007, 10:32 PM
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Finally got it. Quick review: needs some more capacity. Lasts for about 20 miuntes continuous use. The steam has amazing power though. Here's a shot from our unsealed tile sunroom floor. Vacuumed and mopped regularly, we thought we were good housekeepers. Um, no. Turns out that grout is white. 
Can't wait to take it to the cars.
Can't wait to take it to the cars.
03-26-2007, 05:28 PM
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Hey,
Well nice to see you got a great deal on the steamer and while I have no experience with that particular model I hope it works out great for you.
You'll find I'm sure that as long as you clean it on a regular basis it should last you a good long while.
Anthony
Well nice to see you got a great deal on the steamer and while I have no experience with that particular model I hope it works out great for you.
You'll find I'm sure that as long as you clean it on a regular basis it should last you a good long while.
Anthony
06-22-2007, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by RallyJon
Finally got it. Quick review: needs some more capacity. Lasts for about 20 miuntes continuous use. The steam has amazing power though. Here's a shot from our unsealed tile sunroom floor. Vacuumed and mopped regularly, we thought we were good housekeepers. Um, no. Turns out that grout is white.
Can't wait to take it to the cars.
Can't wait to take it to the cars.
