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Thanks... but will this go after scratches?

What is the best way to sand scratches out of Kirby aluminum castings? I've been wet-standing by hand and if I spend long enough doing it, the results are great. The problem is that it just about kills my hand. Is there an easier way? Are there power tools that can wet-sand on these...

results Hey, the bleach took care of everything, but I did need to let it soak a bit. Rinsing off after 45 seconds didn't quite do the trick. I also scrubbed a bit to get the final layer of residue removed. Looks as good as new at this point, just hope that this mold is not disease-producing...

Hoses Is this same kind of mold also responsible for the white residue I find on old Kirby hoses, especially from the Classic Series? Would using bleach compromise the color?

Incredible! Can't thank you enough for the bleach idea. And I have that vinal liquid sold for cars - I often use it on trim parts. I'm going to do this right away!

OK Thanks for your help.

Thanks Very helpful! Can those oxidized crystalators be cleaned?

I've noticed in quite a few Ebay sales that the old 1950s Crystalaters (red plastic) are often covered with some kind of white powder-like substance. I just got one today and I'm trying to clean it up. What is this stuff? Is it some mold that grows on old plastic? How best to clean it? So...

YES Go for it! You'll love the Classic III. You can find a full array of attachments and accessories on Ebay and/or Craigslist.

No residue I've used a Kirby shampooer for 20 years. I never have had a trace of residue other than the garbage pulled out of the carpets left behind in the tray, and certainly the surface of my carpet has no sticky feeling whatsoever. I have to wonder if the carpet fabric has something to do...

Renovator I can't say that this is my experience with Kirby. My renovators do get out dirt and stains. If it's a serious stain, I do pre-treat the area. Based on what gets pulled out and deposited in the tray and in the suds residue on the top of the carpet, I have to say that I'm getting...

Advice please: Just discovered that my 516 beltlifter has 2 broken tabs that hold the red plastic front to the metal disc at the back. I think this is caused by a crazy stiff belt that is sold for the 500 series, but then the plastic was old anyway. I can probably find a belt lifter one of...

STILL NEEDED Help! The guy who thought he had one backed out. Can anyone sell me a safety switch for a Classic III Kirby?

Can anyone give me a step-by-step tutorial for replacing front and back bearings in a 1CR Kirby? I know how to get the housing off and remove the fan. What happens next?

Does anyone have a spare speed/safety switch for the Classic III? There's one on Ebay for no less than $51!!! I won't pay it! I'll certainly be willing to spend a reasonable sum, but not $51!!! Thanks! J

Kirby Belt 9527 Does anyone know what belt 9527 is for? Someone sold me this for a 516 and it practically snaps the belt lifter off. Much too tight!

Sanitronic VII Hey guys, I just got a pretty good Sanitronic VII from Craigslist. I'm a bit confused between the 562 and the Sanitronic. Was the 562 given a second name of Sanitronic? Was the Sanitronic VII a separate model from the 562? My serial number plate says Sanitronic VII so what is...

Bravo The Sentria II is one phenomenal machine. Love everything about it except those "independent" distributors' disgusting mark-ups!!

Classic II? Is there such a thing as a Classic II? Isn't this a Heritage II?

more info Thanks Adam. When the belt is actually on the pulley, isn't the belt lifter all the way down? Maybe it's the brush roll striking the lifter? Hum... how could this be? I'll check! Kenhart: Old stethoscopes are great for stuff like this. I may give it a try. And if I do have...