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Title: Deals and good buys
Post by: Johnnymac on Dec 27, 2024, 09:32 AM
Got a pair of these driving loafers in the Cognac colour and was surprised that they even knocked another 20% off at the checkout with free shipping.

https://www.theshoecompany.ca/product/vince-camuto-eastmon-driving-loafer/214211189?activeColor=cognacleather
Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: blur911 on Dec 30, 2024, 03:55 PM
Quote from: Johnnymac on Dec 27, 2024, 09:32 AMGot a pair of these driving loafers in the Cognac colour and was surprised that they even knocked another 20% off at the checkout with free shipping.

https://www.theshoecompany.ca/product/vince-camuto-eastmon-driving-loafer/214211189?activeColor=cognacleather

I tried a pair of those on last week, 12 wasn't quite big enough and had no size 13
Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: Bridgecity on Jun 05, 2025, 02:42 PM
My old Karcher pressure washer kicked the bucket a couple weeks back so I picked up a Simoniz Platinum 1800 yesterday.  It was on sale at Ctire for $200, regular $300. 

I really wanted an Active 2.0, but they are priced at around $500.  The Ryobi 1.8 (not 1800, different machines) is also well regarded in the car detailing community as it has good performance for less than $200, but its not available at Home Depot because of the current demand for it.  The Simoniz has similar specs to the Ryobi, so hopefully it performs as well.  I was looking for something that could put out 1.5-2.0 gpm at a pressure of 1000psi or so.  This seems to be about the limits for 120V pressure washers.  The Simoniz is rated at 2.0gpm at 1000psi (1800 max psi).  A lot of pressure washers are rated at higher psi, but then the flow is pretty low, like 1.0-1.2 gpm.  I was more interested in higher flow, and not interested in a gas version.

Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: Johnnymac on Jun 05, 2025, 06:26 PM
Quote from: Bridgecity on Jun 05, 2025, 02:42 PMMy old Karcher pressure washer kicked the bucket a couple weeks back so I picked up a Simoniz Platinum 1800 yesterday.  It was on sale at Ctire for $200 at, regular $300. 

I really wanted an Active 2.0, but they are priced at around $500.  The Ryobi 1.8 (not 1800, different machines) is also well regarded in the car detailing community as it has good performance for less than $200, but its not available at Home Depot because of the current demand for it.  The Simoniz has similar specs to the Ryobi, so hopefully it performs as well.  I was looking for something that could put out 1.5-2.0 gpm at a pressure of 1000psi or so.  This seems to be about the limits for 120V pressure washers.  The Simoniz is rated at 2.0gpm at 1000psi (1800 max psi).  A lot of pressure washers are rated at higher psi, but then the flow is pretty low, like 1.0-1.2 gpm.  I was more interested in higher flow, and not interested in a gas version.


I have the 1,800 Ryobi,  it the one you were trying to get.  Bought it last year on sale and came with a free surface cleaner attachment.  I've been really pleased with it.  Had a Simoniz prior to that and it lasted a good 8+ years, but seemed like more of a pain in the butt as it was upright layout with a reel for the hose.  Was always falling over and getting tangled.  Much prefer the tool box shaped ones like mine and the one you bought.
Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: Johnnymac on Jul 06, 2026, 07:22 AM
Saw this pop up on sale at Costco, for anyone that might want to do their own oil changes but don't have the tools, this is a pretty good kit.

https://www.costco.ca/powerbuilt-oil-change-tool-kit-with-8-l-drain-pan.product.4000419602.html
Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: blur911 on Aug 23, 2026, 04:07 PM
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Looky what I got.

58cc, 20-inch bar, 3.22hp, $125 plus tax, came to $144

I've run less than a tank of fuel through it, but so far it's been good.  Lots of power, starts when I don't accidentally turn the switch to OFF.   Gonna use it and see how it goes...
Title: Re: Deals and good buys
Post by: Johnnymac on Aug 23, 2026, 05:04 PM
Quote from: blur911 on Today at 04:07 PM(https://i.postimg.cc/k5sJSXpt/587502c5-dbc6-4a07-b185-5f61a8026f89.jpg)

Looky what I got.

58cc, 20-inch bar, 3.22hp, $125 plus tax, came to $144

I've run less than a tank of fuel through it, but so far it's been good.  Lots of power, starts when I don't accidentally turn the switch to OFF.   Gonna use it and see how it goes...
I've considered buying one of those before, just seem like a great deal if you don't need a heavy duty saw.  You'll have to let us know how it holds up.