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Re: Red light. Yes, it is the overheat sensor. My grandmother's never worked properly, though. -Larry

Vintage. Well, being an 88 model, I guess I would be "vintage" by some standards! :-) My definition of vintage runs up to 1999, as that is when I first noticed vac build quality going downhill quickly. Sadly, one of the new plasti-vacs is the daily driver until I can convince the housemates of...

Correction I have to make a correction to my last post, that should read a late model LX. -Larry

Model LXI! Alex (hope you don't mind me calling you by the first name), from the info you have provided, it seems to be a late model LXI, as it has the dial on the bottom of the tank. Now, if only I can figure out how to get all the rust off. The trim is so rusted, even the red on the...

Model LXI? Mr. Taber, from your description, I believe my example is a very neglected LXI. The (chrome?)nameplates on either side are very rutsy and pitted, the front cover and cordwinder are heavily pitted as well. When I recieved it, there was a full wrapper inside, which fell to shreds upon...

LXI Ejector How does one open the bag door on the LX and LXI? Just recieved one in rusty shape, motor is great though.

Additional info for those who are curious. And, before I am asked, an explanation of my user name. I am primarily a banjoist, my predominant style is the old-time frailing style. Thanks, Larry.

Hello to everyone out there! Been a long time lurker, finally got up the nerve to introduce myself. My name is Larry, stuck in East Central IL, have been an old vacuum fan since the age of 2, am 25 now. My oldest vac as of present is a very battered lime-green Eureka Princess straight suction...

Bubble Wrap and finishes. In a somewhat related vein, bubble wrap should never be allowed to directly contact any finish IMHO. Destroys guitars as easily as it destroys vacs. -Larry