twangy57,
I am originally from IL, but left there many moons ago. Why do you ask? ghdprentice makes a good point, VPI machines sound like very noisy vacuum cleaners. That is because they use very big blowers and motors. That is also why they work so well and last forever. My first one, bought new in 1986, is an HW17, still works like a champ and I'm taking it up to our home in NH in June. When it gets there I'll be looking for a new home for my HW16. Let me know if you still need one then and we'll work something out. My new one is the very awesome MW1 Cyclone, which I am using daily as I sort thru an 8,000 estate collection. It is being used to do the heavy lifting and a HumminGuru Nova is being used for the final rinse. Currently I am cleaning maybe 5, 6, 7, or 8 records a day. Whatever I find that interests me. ghdprentice mentioned Last products. He and I share enthusiasm for them as well. I use their StyLast and Last Record Preservative. They are a good company.