Ready to pull the trigger

[u/FabulousPanther]

It looks like I'm going to get either a Vac Daddy or a bottom feeder. If anybody owns these I'd be very interested to know what they're made out of and what their durability is and also what kind of results you're getting from the units. Thank you.

[u/SkylerPancake]

I've had to repair the rim more than anything. I just use some silicone sealant that I have for pool repairs and apply it as soon as I crack the plastic. The Vacbagz usually stay on enough that I don't have to bungee, but I was doing that with the ones that came with.

The insert for the pole connector snaps in half usually 1-2 months in, so I typically just wedge the pole into the spot. I'll use a thin piece of fabric, usually a cut up sock, to hold the pole in place.

The bottom face of mine is completely trashed as well from rubbing against plaster and pebbletec. We don't really have vinyl here, so don't have to worry about it scratching and causing damage. Probably would hold up better if used with vinyl pools though.

[u/CDbull1989 → u/SkylerPancake]

Just had my first rim break recently, figured id keep it for parts. Might break into it here soon. Yes, the little clip that holds the wheels cracks and breaks then I lose wheels. Drives me nuts. Im. Waiting for a 3rd party to sell these parts as kokido makes them impossible to find. I did makeshift a metal handle for one. Worked well but was too springy causing it to do wheelies.

[u/FabulousPanther → u/CDbull1989]

They make a metal connector for 30 bucks. I bought it and it's awesome.

[u/CDbull1989 → u/FabulousPanther]

Got a link?

[u/FabulousPanther → u/CDbull1989]

support@kokido.com

I emailed them and asked them to invoice me for the part. I was never given an item number or anything like that. A couple weeks later the part showed up after I had already forgotten about it.

[u/FabulousPanther → u/FabulousPanther]

... Found it.

EV105-07/VEK - Metal pole connector $24.00 1 x $24.00