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I assume fixed means that it has a defined height like that.

I believe they did sell these in the U.S. at one point, but they're currently illegal under mower safety laws since the deck is not set at a fixed height.

My non-Air-Way Holy Grail is probably the Toshiba VC-A, a pre-WWII Japanese release of the GE Standard. After the war, Toshiba switched to the smaller VC-C model in the second picture.

My deranged idea would be an experimental cordless model sold under the "Wireless Vacuette" name, featuring metal construction, disposable bags, and a form factor similar to the 500 series. This should definitely not be the mainline model, but it could be a fun way to really put the "wireless"...

If the fan can be taken apart by unhooking all of the blades, I feel like you may be able to find a sheet metal manufacturing company who can either replace the blade or make a new fan from scratch.

I believe you need a Type H bag.

The Grand Rapids Public Museum has some prototype Bissell stuff in their collection. Here's a prototype vacuum of some sort. https://www.grpmcollections.org/Detail/objects/128781# And here's a mockup of a carpet sweeper. https://www.grpmcollections.org/Detail/objects/128694

Lindhaus I believe there are some Lindhaus uprights that come with a straight suction nozzle.

That's a strange design indeed. Honestly, it kind of feels like a mutant Compact/Tristar.

Bag Belt If the rubber belt to hold in the bag is damaged, you may be able to replace it with a Sanitaire garter spring, which basically has the same function.

Bison Rheostat Nova_Candy, were you ever able to fix the rheostat issue on the Bison or does it still only run at high speed?

Broomstick It's kind of funny looking at the Broomstick patent and realizing that James Kirby basically built a Miele Triflex before Miele ever came up with the idea.

CMS 2000 Tools I swear I read in some thread that the tool holder on the CMS 2000 was removable. There is a lip between the tool holder and the top of the cleaner in the photo, so maybe this is the case.

Money Back Guarantee eBay claims that if the problem is not resolved three days after you contact the seller, you can talk to them to get a refund. https://pages.ebay.com/ebay-money-back-guarantee/

Metal Fan I looked on Craftcloud3D and it will cost $136.97 for an aluminum fan and $213.88 for a stainless steel fan. Pretty expensive, but it probably wouldn't be the worst idea if you want something that is more durable.