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John, I haven't posted here in awhile and didn't know you were gone. It's good to see you back and view all the pics of your fun gathering. It looks like everyone had a great time. You always host the best parties! Hope 2014 is a much better year for you. All the best, Patrick

Sorry the picture quality wasn't the best on all of the pictures but these were just some of what we were able to see and experience. I'm looking forward to future gatherings with newfound vacuum and collector friends. Patrick Here's one last pic of Evan's Kirby Model R currently for sale on...

Kirby G4 (Evan's childhood vacuum) and a Royal.

Two Hoovers.

Kirby and Eureka.

Electrolux and George saying Hi from below!

Two more Hoovers!

Hoover again! Different model. Beautiful.

Another great Hoover with tool set.

one of my favorites A really cool General Electric. This pic doesn't do it justice. The bag on it is so beautifully done.

a beautiful Air-Way

another 'early' Hoover - awaiting restoration

More pics! I just noticed this thread and thought I would add some more pics that I took while there. These are all photos of vacuums in Evan's collection. Evan hosted a great event and it was fun to meet everyone who attended. 1st up: Hoover Constellation

OMG That is one beautiful Hoover Model 67 you have there. Not to mention all the others in your group shot. You guys do some amazing restoration work. All are fantastic. thanks for sharing. Patrick

Anthony! You have done an amazing and beautiful job restoring this Hoover. Thank you for sharing all the details along with the pictures. You make it all look so easy. To make the bag did you first use an old one to make a pattern? Did you use a special type of fabric? I would love a new...

Evan, Here is an interesting auction I cam across on ebay just by typing in the seach box: "Kirby parts" Maybe this listing has some things you are looking for. Good luck! Patrick...

Ben, I tried searching for Vacuum Needs on ebay and couldn't find it. I did however find a store on ebay called Kirby Needs. Is this the store you mean? Here is the link: http://stores.ebay.com/Kirby-Needs

Evan Very nice of you to be doing this. You have a good heart. Patrick

VACUFLO I have the Vacuflo system in my house. I really do like it for when I'm going to vacuum the whole house. I have a hose for upstairs and a separate one for downstairs. The suction is great and the power is unbeatable. The power unit is mounted in the garage and has an outlet for...

Great thread Fred I really enjoyed seeing this Rainbow get torn down. I have always been fascinated by Rainbow's but have not bit on one yet. I got to play with one at Marty's in Palm Springs and it was so cool to see the dirty water when emptied. This came from carpet that had already been...