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the machine that makes the individual packages of filter bags

a pallet of Kirby rug nozzles

stored molds, to make old parts when needed

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Outside the Kirby rebuild plant

view of the warehouse

You're right Terry You could buy the Singer Power Glide canister with the Power Master Upright for one price. Back in their day it was about $90 for both. That canister is vintage 1975-1978. Dave the house should be crushproof, off white to match the tools and swivel at both ends. Thats a...

That is a beauty! All these years with its original owner too, how cool is that!

Hmmm... That Singer is absolutely no good without a hose! You'll just have to send that along to me, so I can dispose of it for you. (I have a hose that fits that model)

wow Thats a beauty Pete! and with its original hose too!

nah... we need another GREEN Kirby... there hasn't been a green model since the Dual 80!!

nope no primer needed for Bakelite!

the look is kinda retro I think, a little more fun than Kirby's normally are. I should have told the engineers when we were there last month that they need to come up with a NEW COLOR. The grey is kinda old now after 3 models...

sure it is... choose colors wisely!

28 hoods came in three variations: Bakelite, aluminum, and stamped steel. This 28 came from its original owner, an 80-something lady who lived just over in Elk Grove. She'd bought an Oreck to replace the 28 she'd been using for almost 60 years. In its day, the 28 was Hoover's biggest selling...

The plan is... to make it as shiny as a Kirby. This is mainly Michael's endeavor, I know he will make it happen. Given the handle is brown, I was thinking Kirby Omega Rosewood brown would be nice...

No worries Sam... Things are looking better...

it is in perfect condition! All it needed was a wipe-off, and it sparkles!

yes The Diamond hose works just fine Charlie.

glam shot On top of it all, it runs pretty good!