Recent content by firebirdman55

I’ve always been into Kirby’s, Hoover’s, Eurekas....etc. I’ve always liked uprights, but have really wanted to try a Rainbow. A gentleman posted an ad on Facebook Marketplace, so I contact him...a Rainbow SE, and a Rainbow E series plus attachments and shampooer for the SE...all for $25. So, I...

I found this old vacuum on Facebook marketplace for $10. I’m familiar with, and own quite a few Convertibles, but never one of these. Runs well, came with extra bags and belts. The lady said it belonged to her elderly mother, who passed away a year and a half ago and was the original owner. It...

Thinking of purchasing a Rainbow D2. Are they a pain in the rear? Never owned one, but wanting to try something else for a while.

Ben, I’ve been thinking of looking into a Rainbow like that. Is this still their daily driver? How do they hold up?

Sorry guys That shows how much I know. Guess I didn’t look at it well enough.

Thank you. Yes, much agreed. The Omega has always been my favorite and I have around 5 of them, but never can help but buy another one lol. The DS80, I have been looking for for a few years and no luck in finding one. The DS50 I really didn’t plan to find, it wasn’t one on my list to look for...

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DS 80 is getting the spa treatment at the moment.

Yes A very friendly guy. He said the exact same thing. They usually only deal with G3 and newer models, but he was happy to sell me some old machines. He had one with a switch in the handle that I may be going back for on Monday.

We have a Kirby dealership not far from where I live. Called the shop and asked about some vintage machines and the owner called me back last night. Really nice guy that has been in the business since the DS50 was new. Told me to come down to his shop and look at what he has and pick out what I...

Never owned a Sanitare before, but have always wanted one. I picked this machine up this afternoon. It is model SC684. The bag is off and being cleaned at the moment. What can you tell me about this particular machine? I’m by no means an expert...I do have similar Eurekas, but my first Sanitare.

So, after selling my S&F Sanitation System on eBay, I discovered a box of attachments in a closet. I do believe that some of these belong to the machine. I am, by no means, an expert and don’t claim to be. I’m just a guy enjoying this hobby. I wish I would have found these before the auction, if...

Ok guys, I was rummaging through a closet tonight and have found a box of attachments that I believe went to the Scott and Fetzer Sanitation System. Maybe they are, maybe they aren’t. Hopefully you can shed some light. I wish I would’ve found these before I listed the auction. I’ve uploaded some...

Wanted to buy: Kirby Classic Omega in good shape. I am a serious buyer. Thank you!