I agree with the suggestion to buy a used 900 series from the 1990's with the adjust-O-rite step-on height adjuster.
They were made in the US, very good quality and should last forever.
Hope - just a reminder, since I've not heard back from you, about the old Hoover bags you we've discussed. Do you have them? Please let me know.
Thanks again.
Hi Hopester - I'm happy for you that you're getting good responses. Providence has a way of caring for us. I've been in your position and overwhelmed with vacuum parts having to dispense with them to move on. Just know you'll get through this and with money too. ;-D
As a reminder, please let me...
TRY AN OLD ESTABLISHED VAC REPAIR STORE...
THEY MAY HAVE SOME PARTS THAT WILL WORK. GOOD NEWS IS THAT THERE ARE STILL MANY OF THE OLD EUREKAS AROUND FOR SPARES. YOU MIGHT FIND A JUNKER ON EBAY FOR CHEAP.
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Thanks for the photos. I'm glad that Brasso worked out for you. I was surprised; I didn't think the hoods looked that bad for being in the sun for 30 years.
post some photos......
I think whatever method you prefer to start with - moderation is the key. You certainly would not want to do more damage. Post some photos, because it's hard to visualize what you're talking about.
150 hood.....
Don't think I've ever encountered a severely sun-baked bakelite hood. This could be a one-of-a-kind challenge. A standard recommendation many club members rely on is to try giving it a good rub-down with Brasso. A light sanding with a very fine grit wet sandpaper is another...