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    Kirby 508 before and after

    What brand are those low profile drills? And, where did you get them and how much did they cost?
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    Hoover Preferred

    What is the Can someone tell me what the slit is for on the bag door cover of model U5095-930? I thought mine was missing the "bag full" flag indicator but I guess not? I have seen other pics of this model and it looks the same as mine.
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    Nilfisk Canister Model CDF2040

    Electric hose Thanks! I do have the electric hose AND the power nozzle. It's a really nice machine!
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    Nilfisk Canister Model CDF2040

    Thanks fan-of-fans! Thanks so much for the manual!
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    Simplicity Symmetry Upright model symusa.su

    Hey Guys! Don't know a whole lot about these machines. What belt does it take? Can it use a Panasonic Belt? Also, is this a series 7 machine?
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    Electrolux Olympia 1401B Hose - Repair or Replace

    If you think ....the genuine Lux/Aerus hoses aren't chinesium.....think again! Just about everything today is made there. REMEMBER: It's also how well you take care of something that determines how well it will serve you and how long it will last! I'll say it again....I have had no problems...
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    Vacuum for Elderly Woman

    Try the Bissell Zing Bagged Machine Try the Bissell ZING bagged canister vacuum. It features a lightweight design, variable speed motor for added suction control, telescopic handle and cord winder. Look for it on Bissell's website direct. It's about $59. Others on fleebay are trying to sell it...
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    Electrolux Olympia 1401B Hose - Repair or Replace

    Lux hoses More information Hello Guys! From what I was told by a reputable authorized Electrolux Shop (Aerus), the old saran braided hoses were an issue and prone to replacement and far from ideal. Rob had told me that in the day, a customer would bring in the old hose which was then sent to...
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    Early Sentria Trash Find

    Outer Bag Repair Hoover300 Kirby outer bags do often times have small rips and tears, but don't despair! These are easily repaired and I have done several of them. The bag can be washed in COLD water to reduce pilling, and hand sewing will make the bag like new again. Just take the bag with...
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    Miele S8 marin cord reel problem

    Do yourself a favor... These cord reels are not hard to get at. When they get stuck, which is a common Miele problem.....German technology, right? OK. If you are comfortable taking it apart...I mean open the machine and take out the assembly. Blast it clean with an air compressor. Then where...
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    Nilfisk Canister Model CDF2040

    Hey Guys! Can anyone tell me anything about this canister vacuum cleaner? It's a Nilfisk Advance Family model CDF2040. It came with an electric hose and a non-electric hose, two floor brushes-one is for very large areas and other is a bare-floor and carpet type with a two-position lever. The...
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    Miele Canister Hoses and Wands - Different Lengths?

    Miele Tools Hey Guys! Just wanted to share this bit of info with you all regarding Miele tools particularly. A few years back, I started finding Miele canisters at GWs and various thrift stores. Many only had the hose and coincidentally, most of the machines I found were straight suction...
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    Kirby G3 Outer Bag Complete

    Looking for a Kirby G3 Outer bag complete with emptor. Newer or older style is fine. Do you have one for sale?
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    Handvac time

    Royal Hand Vacs IMHO.....the Royal hand vacs and even the Red Dirt Devil hand vacs like the model 103 are fantastic and well made. Though they can appear to be cheaply made perhaps because of their red color, I have found them to be fairly sturdy. And, these little devils (pardon the pun) will...
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    New Bush Roll for my Sanitaire

    Belt Pulley Have you inspected the belt pulley? Is it worn down? You will know if it is very thin in the center. Is the rug plate warped or bent? That can also be a factor. Without seeing it, it can be hard to assess. Sometimes, the Sanitaires have such strong suction that when the bag is new...
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    Advice on purchasing A filter Queen

    Compact Edgar, You say you never seen or used a Compact. You've got to get one my friend! You will wonder how you ever lived without one! They are nice sturdy built machines that are easy to work on. The CXL or DXL are two very nice models! Do yourself a favor and get one ASAP! You will not...
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    Repairing Woven Cloth Hoses

    The Latex may adhere.....but Hey Billy! We share the same birthdate! LOL!! Edgar, sometimes some of the plastic could be questionable but then again I have seen OEM parts be somewhat inferior, too, at times! Quality is not so important these days as is price point. My educated guess is...
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    Repairing Woven Cloth Hoses

    More information Hello Guys! From what I was told by a reputable authorized Electrolux Shop (Aerus), the old saran braided hoses were an issue and prone to replacement and far from ideal. Rob had told me that in the day, a customer would bring in the old hose which was then sent to an...
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    Bissell Lift off for Sale

    Lift Off Thanks for your interest guys, but I no longer have it. I gave it to someone who needed a vacuum.
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    Hoover U4313 Rattling

    Check to see Check to see if one end of the agitator has the thin metal flexible washer/springy thing on it. It's the side that has the end cap with the rectangular shaped nub with two rounded sides. That serves as a stabilizer.
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