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    Kirby after market shake-out bags

    Can you direct me to a source for 505
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    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    Thanks Ben that helped out a lot
  3. J

    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    Can anyone point me to a exploded view of how brush roll is installed into the nozzle ? Confused on how screws are positioned
  4. J

    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    Thanks for the information about the gun oil ! I will relube them. One of the screws is missing it’s rubber insulation
  5. J

    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    Can anyone shed light on how to reinstall brush roll ? All I have is two long screws to fit the roll, is this all you use or am I missing some additional parts ?
  6. J

    Kirby Pre-G repair & restoration tips!

    Outstanding work, thanks for sharing
  7. J

    Newer style belt on this Kirby

    Ok thanks I will!
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    Newer style belt on this Kirby

    Is it okay to use a new style belt temporarily (301291) to test functionality ? I plan on purchasing the correct style but anxious to see how she works...thanks
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    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    I finally got it apart by pulling and twisting the end pieces. One end is just pressed into the long shaft running the length of the roll. Was amazed at how much hair was imbedded around the bearings. Lubed with some Remington gun oil and spins like new again....thanks everyone
  10. J

    Lost all

    I’m sure we all could help him a bit with the donation of a Vacuum to help rebuild his collection a bit
  11. J

    Kirby Brush Roll Disassemble ?

    Can someone please explain how to disassemble this style brush roll ? I tried to unscrew the end pieces but no luck they just rotate ? Thanks
  12. J

    505 515 ? What Is It Really ?

    Morning Everyone, we’ll I brought home this Kirby yesterday and need some help, there’s no I’d plate on the bottom so have no idea what this machine is exactly, so hopefully some one might help me ? It runs smooth, no weird noises, handle spring is entact too. Brush roll is real stiff, hard to...
  13. J

    Is a Sanitronic Dual 50 Same as a D50

    Thanks Ben ! I went into a vacuum store yesterday looking for a belt. Went home with another D50 for $10.00 . Upgraded bag that excepts a paper bag inside.
  14. J

    Is a Sanitronic Dual 50 Same as a D50

    Confused ? I see people describe Sanitronic Dual 50 and also D50 are these the same model ?
  15. J

    Stark Hand Held ?

    Ben those are beautiful looking fellas
  16. J

    Stark Hand Held ?

    That looks like a Kirby clone
  17. J

    Stark Hand Held ?

    I picked up this little guy yesterday at a repurposed store in LaGrande while looking for Kirby’s. It’s labeled Stark but was told it was built by Royal ? Model number 570, any one know information on it ?
  18. J

    How Do You Explain You’re Into Vacuums Cleaners ?

    Amazing story where is it located?
  19. J

    How Do You Explain You’re Into Vacuums Cleaners ?

    I enjoy antique sports cars, vintage firearms and most sports, but never thought much about Vacuums until I was given a couple of Kirby’s about 10 years ago. I never did anything with them because they where in pretty rough condition. I did keep the red cord to one because it was perfect and now...
  20. J

    Another Kirby Restoration: Heritage

    Marvelous work
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