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  1. kirbyman65

    Electrolux olyimpia power nozzle question

    Ok Thanks I took the cover off for the photo
  2. kirbyman65

    Electrolux olyimpia power nozzle question

    Thanks for the help I have no idea what I’m doing wrong, Any ideas? I’ve tried 5-6 times. Thanks again -Jack
  3. kirbyman65

    Electrolux olyimpia power nozzle question

    They have springs They have springs, but how should they look? I replaced the rear wheel cover, could something have gone wrong then?
  4. kirbyman65

    Electrolux olyimpia power nozzle question

    Hello! I finally finished everything I needed to get done with my Electrolux olyimpia, but there’s one issue with the power nozzle. It’s hard to see in the photo but every time I use it, it’s so high! It doesn’t even agitate the carpet! Any way I can adjust it lower? Also how do I date it? Any...
  5. kirbyman65

    Any tricks of the trade anyone wants to share about vacuums?

    I don't know any. Just curious if anyone had any you're willing to share.
  6. kirbyman65

    classic III bag install

    Human Happy to help! I hope it works out for you! By the way I think with shake out bags its pure strength. I tried today with my 518 and it worked. -Jack
  7. kirbyman65

    classic III bag install

    i usally turn it inside out, fit it over the emtor, then stretch it with a screwdriver. if its a shake out bag then I'm not sure.
  8. kirbyman65

    Great news, I found another one

    Congrats! Im glad you got to replace your other steam vac! By the way what brand is it? -Jack
  9. kirbyman65

    Some of my Progress vacuums

    Sure Of course!
  10. kirbyman65

    Some of my Progress vacuums

    I do too My German isn’t great, but here’s another ad I love.
  11. kirbyman65

    Some of my Progress vacuums

    I found this its from a different year but still interesting. I only speak a little German so I can barely understand it. -Jack
  12. kirbyman65

    Little thrift store find

    I would personally use the paper bags. Some say they clog easily, but since it will probably be picking up some light dirt it shouldn't be a problem. I wonder if you'll find a cigarette bud or ash in the motor!
  13. kirbyman65

    Little thrift store find

    Nice find Barry I’ve never had one of these, but I do want one. Great find! Enjoy Jack
  14. kirbyman65

    Forgotten Dirt Devil/Royal Products

    I have One of those sweepers, didn’t know they made them with black font for commercial use. Was there any difference besides that?
  15. kirbyman65

    Oreck XL insight

    Human I also have a green oreck (why would someone would want a lime green oreck is beyond me) I believe it’s a 2005 model.
  16. kirbyman65

    Oreck XL insight

    I’ve used one of these I replaced a motor one one of these for a friend. There pretty good vacuums but the one I used was dirty and abused.
  17. kirbyman65

    My experience with a Dirt Devil Quick & Light Carpet Cleaner

    Thanks Yeah I hope that works. I had the same issue with a bisslle little green.
  18. kirbyman65

    Thrift store find

    Hello! While I was on vacation I stopped at this run down mom n pop thrift. I always stop there because last time I found an Electrolux Olympia. So with high hopes I walked in and did see any vacuums where they usually are, but when I checked the kitchen ware I found this little Hoover! I was...
  19. kirbyman65

    What's everyone's opinion on Orecks?

    Thanks! I’ll be sure to try that I just got an oreck bb
  20. kirbyman65

    What's everyone's opinion on Orecks?

    I personally love my Orecks. I know they don't have great air flow along with some other flaws but I love mine.
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