How do you guys clean your extractor?

[RenuAuto]

I'm noticing a nasty smell coming from the water that comes from my extractor. I imagine it needs a really good cleaning gone through it. I usually use some extractor solution that I run through it to help clean the carpets. What methods do you guys use to get the insides all cleaned up?

 

[gmblack3]

Vinegar, helps keep the lines and tips clean too.

 

[imported_DetailDan]

Yes use white vinegar mixed 5 parts water 1 part vinegar.

 

[Surly]

We aren't going to start talking about removing swirl marks on the extractor, are we?

 

[bryan]

That reminds me< I need vinegar again

 

[amcdonal86]

How much does a reasonably priced extractor cost? I am thinking of adding one to my arsenal of home detailing tools!

 

[gmblack3]

How much does a reasonably priced extractor cost? I am thinking of adding one to my arsenal of home detailing tools!

IMO you can't beat a Mytee, I have the HP60 now and the 8070 in the past. Quality machines with the BEST support.

 

[imported_DetailDan]

Mytee 8070.

 

[Lonnie]

Here's some links for prices on Mytee extractors:

Mytee HP-100 GrandPrix Hot Water Extractor



Mytee HP-100 GranPrix Hot Water Extractor FREE BONUS



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[Accumulator]

If you get a lot of nasty mold/mildew in the extractor, you might want to run some bleach through it. I've never done it with my Century/Ninja, but it did clean up one of my consumer-level ones OK.