9-47-2014: What make &amp; model is recommended for "has-to-work-every-time" situations, such as marine use? The reviews suggest these are "iffy" at best.
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I don't know as to others but I used this model all summer on site of a kayak rental on the water. We never had any issues with them not working.
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On the brochure, it says it recommends the tr3000i for up to 20 hours of weekly use. The person who delivered and put it together said he only had a couple of people complain about their 1200i, and it was because they were using it heavily so should have gotten the 3000i. I can't find any information about what the recommended weekly usage for the tr2000i is. When the store sold me the unit, they also said that tr3000i and tr4000i is basically the same except the motor. The frame and console is the same, so I felt that it was worth the $300 for a better frame, better motor, and 5 years for parts. I hope this helps! On the brochure, it says it recommends the tr3000i for up to 20 hours of weekly use. The person who delivered and put it together said he only had a couple of people complain about their 1200i, and it was because they were using it heavily so should have gotten the 3000i. I can't find any information about what the recommended weekly usage for the tr2000i is. When the store sold me the unit, they also said that tr3000i and tr4000i is basically the same except the motor. The frame and console is the same, so I felt that it was worth the $300 for a better frame, better motor, and 5 years for... » Read More On the brochure, it says it recommends the tr3000i for up to 20 hours of weekly use. The person who delivered and put it together said he only had a couple of people complain about their 1200i, and it was because they were using it heavily so should have gotten the 3000i. I can't find any information about what the recommended weekly usage for the tr2000i is. When the store sold me the unit, they also said that tr3000i and tr4000i is basically the same except the motor. The frame and console is the same, so I felt that it was worth the $300 for a better frame, better motor, and 5 years for parts. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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Just "chatted" with Longevity and they don't know if the units on Amazon are the updated models or not. Also, they don't sell the wire feed carriers to update it yourself! So to me that says they don't have parts available to service the machine if it breaks and are not too concerned about you getting their best product!! They may be a decent company, but their products are still made in China from Chinese manufactured parts, so warrenty issues will be a problem. Probably best to stick to American made units even if some of the innards are out sourced IMHO!
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to M Ford.....did you find one? We are in the same camp as you....this is the only model worth buying. It is flagged on the LitterMaid site as 'best seller' and now I am being told that it is discontinued, but the crappy blue/white ones are still being sold. this makes no sense! Anyone know where I can get one of the all-beige LM900s?
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Same request. We live near the beach. Dog hair plus sand. Need a bagged hardwood floor vacuum. Why would anyone prefer bagless, I don't want to have to deal with all that gunk once I vacuum it up. I wanted it neatly stored in a vacuum bag so I can just toss it and not breathe it or get it gunk dust all over me.Anyone know of anyother sites to learn more about making an informed choice?
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I just bought the basic spray Nine. Not familiar with the Marine. If you don't have a boat the regular stuff is the best clean up I have found. I bought the spray bottle and a larger refill.
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Sorry, but this is the only model I bought, so I don't know other than what is in the descriptions of others. You could Google reviews for others. That might produce some info.
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I use mine every single day and have not one problem. Works great! See if your unit has a warranty and contact manufacturer listed on manual.
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Thanks, for the info, next time I'll read the notes on the site. It was clearly answered by someone before. I just hadn't looked.Hve a nice week end.. I decided on the Jet 10141.Guillermo
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I would stay away from this brand. I bought one and used it for a job less then one year and the motor broke. I took the motor off and sent it to the manufacture. They would not replace it and said it was my fault it broke???? I read the manual and did everything per there specs. We had troubles with the compressor keeping up with two finish nail guns at a time. The 18 gauge guns! We would have to wait to shoot nails. I bought a makita from home depot and the thing is great and cheaper. The makita that i bought is also just as quite and it has storage for the air blower and spair parts. Do not buy this one. I would stay away from this brand. I bought one and used it for a job less then one year and the motor broke. I took the motor off and sent it to the manufacture. They would not replace it and said it was my fault it broke???? I read the manual and did everything per there specs. We had troubles with the compressor keeping up with two finish nail guns at a time. The 18 gauge guns! We would have to wait to shoot nails. I bought a makita from home depot and the thing is great and cheaper. The makita that i bought is also just as quite and it has storage for the air blower and spair parts. Do... » Read More I would stay away from this brand. I bought one and used it for a job less then one year and the motor broke. I took the motor off and sent it to the manufacture. They would not replace it and said it was my fault it broke???? I read the manual and did everything per there specs. We had troubles with the compressor keeping up with two finish nail guns at a time. The 18 gauge guns! We would have to wait to shoot nails. I bought a makita from home depot and the thing is great and cheaper. The makita that i bought is also just as quite and it has storage for the air blower and spair parts. Do not buy this one. « Show Less
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I got the 140 this past January.. My advise to you would be to get neither.. I have nothing but problems with it from day one.. It's a very inconsistent, unreliable machine.. Spend a little extra money and get a name brand machine.. Even a Lincoln Electric would be far superior.. My main problem with the Longevity is the feeding mechanism and all it's gritty components.. From the spool, the liner, right down to the nozzle.. Absolute junk!! Read the reviews of a the various longevity models.. The same people leave the same reviews for all the machines to boost the rating.. Don't waste your money on any of their machines.. You will be very disappointed and aggravated..
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Hello Frank,Any good MARINE deep cycle battery will do. They look like auto batteries and can be found wherever batteries are sold. Think about how far you will be traveling on average, and ask a competent sales person about the correct size. I bought a battery for abt. $55 and have never had a problem. Good Luck
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This brand/model vacuum died on me twice... I never got to emptying it. It's a piece of junk...my experience. Sorry I can't help.
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it would be rather expensive to run this 24/7 but it can be used continiously (longest mine runned so far was 9hr non stop - entire house including A./C and sump and macerator pump) however if you are going to run all the time !!! pick one with a v Twin engine
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I have purchased 2 of these units for my work crews. We think they are the best for our needs in the Portland, Oregon area. We also take one when we travel out of area. I disagree with many of these negative reviews. Reviews are always subjective to a user's bias. Think of your needs and go for what fits that need.
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Just a good deep cycle marine battery. Quality would be relative to your budget. Just make sure it's a deep cycle marine battery.
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The unit works ok, Do have a problem with harder wood "apple wood". I feel like 7tons of preasure should have 0 problems. I am a little confused with why the manual has the vent opened while running and air in the hydraulic lines? Thought process of how hydraulics work might be wrong but I thought you didn't want air because it compresses? Also when it does start to struggle, even a little, the motor immediately dies, Is this a tunning issue or a malfunction?