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New builds in the UJS only get 240 volt CV's for over 4 or 5,000 ft./square meters. Often very large homes will have two motor units.

There are 240 volt US models. A transformer on the circuit board rectifies the voltage to 24 volts d.c. I couldn't repair my Hoover because the breaker reset button was integral on the board, and the hole for the button did not allow enough clearance for an available current aftermarket board...

That, and actually, The introduction of electric power nozzles. Initially, the entire electrical cable was strapped around the hoses. Eureka changed to vinyl hoses with the Sweet 16 series, and an integral wire vinyl hose for the power teams. Hoover used a wire reinforced vinyl hose for the...

Woven hoses are more difficult to find.

Had my old Hoover CV been designed that way, I could have wired in a new relay board.

If anyone needs parts and rep[air pics for a Roomba, just google how a cyclonic vacuum works. Open the result that shows a yellow Dyson and scroll down.

rugsucker, my Elux. XXX needs a better genuine hose, and a dusting and floor brush, carpet tool, or even a combo. flip over type. The hose was repaired and does not allow nearly enough air flow. The tank is in fine shape, and the motor runs great. I would have to pay for shipping to the Detroit...

Vintage is worth what people are willing to pay. As for new, there is some gouging because prices of everything is up per tariffs, etc. Some may be asking higher prices for vintage in taking advantage of the situation.

We have allergies so yes, it's important. That's why we have a central vac system. Bags and hepa filters work, but built in is next level. Especially if installed in a garage.

Full size GM's were shipped down under from Canada as CKD kits but I don't know what year they stopped. Chevrolet and Pontiacs may have been assembly line homologated afterward with right hand drive until 1968 using the Chevy dash. Ford sold the Galaxie and US/Canadian LTD longer. Holden built...

Companies do not have to"cut" costs. They choose to for the highest margin for shareholders and top brass. They enjoy the lowest labor cost since the 1980's.

Stronger motor than the model 1279. It's 9.8 amps. So probably 3.2-3.5 h.p.

It's basically a Eureka model 1279 with a new hose and powerhead.

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Fish? They were of my Eureka canister vac collection.