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Just a quick comment .... With special reference to replies #18, 48, 49, 51...... I doubt that the 'new generation' of cleaners will run any cooler, or be any more reliable. Manufacturers will just use the new regulations as an excuse to market 'smaller/lighter' vacuums with (even??) less...

Have I gone mad????!!!!???? The Reply above caught my eye.... 'different circuit boards and LCD screen'.... Since when did a Vacuum Cleaner need more than an on/off switch?? It's sole purpose in life is to pick up dirt from the floor and put it in a bag/box!! It is this fascination with...

Steve L 'Unknown Dustette clears fuse' Since your new machine is a 'car boot' bargain, may I suggest that you check that the motor isn't seized before applying power again?? If the motor is jammed, it is perfectly normal for the fuse to 'blow'. When you did apply power, did the motor start to...

Beko1987 I don't think that the 'grease gun end' thread (Reply#16) is in any way critical... Whatever is most convenient to fit a modern gun would probably be best. Still need photographs/drawings and dimensions. All best Dave T

Hi, DeepOwl As a U.K. resident, I won't weigh into the pro's and cons of the various models available in the U.S. today. I admire your attitude towards buying quality goods. Most of us on this forum have the same attitude. Have you considered buying 'used'?? There are plenty of cheap, used...

Adhesive decomposition A 'hot melt' type glue will soften with heat, an Epoxy or Polyester resin will not. They are thermosetting types which will probably not decompose (or 'burn') until after the plastic of the brushbar burns/melts. Thermoplastics melt before burning. Thermosetting...

Resin 'Araldite' is the brand name for one of the best known adhesives of the type known as 'Epoxy Resins'. These are 'two-part' type adhesives which must be mixed before use. Once mixed, the adhesive (or 'resin') will have a limited working (or 'pot') life. This is less than 5 minutes for...

Use of 'Araldite' (Epoxy Resin) Yes, an Epoxy is probably the best choice for this application. It may work if you drill a row of small (2-3mm) holes along the bar to provide a 'key' for the resin. Work the resin well into the holes, then press your 'beater(s)' into place, making sure that the...

Adding Beaters Sadly, I doubt that any kind of glue will withstand the stresses involved, Parwaz. A 'professional' modification would involve machining a groove (or even a 'T' slot) into the brushbar, and fabricating a plastic strip to fit it. You may get away with drilling your brushbar and...

Motor draws current, but doesn't run Motors with worn brushes don't generally 'hum'... They tend to 'buzz' or 'fizz', producing that characteristic AC arcing sound. If the armature spins freely by hand, this seems to indicate that one (or both) bearings are on their way out, and the magnetic...

Need?? The thread title caught my eye...... It gave me a slight sense of 'Deja Vu'... ;-) I have a whole HOUSEFUL of things I don't actually NEED.... But I'm not planning on parting with any of them anytime soon. Some of them cost a LOT of money, too.... :-( I do agree entirely with...

Motorhead I always thought that Motorhead were a Rock Band.... ;-) Sorry!! I couldn't resist!! (Slinks off and hides) Dave T

Industrial use No idea on the Hitachi's specs, but would suggest when using ANY vac for that sort of purpose, fit an intermediary bin to catch most of the dust, and run the machine from a slightly reduced voltage. Best of luck!! :-) All best Dave T

Brushroll Is it not possible (and cheaper!!) to buy/import a DC17 brushroll and retro-fit it into a suitable U.K. model of Dyson Vacuum cleaner?? Or has Mr Dyson forseen this possibility and made all parts non-interchangeable??? I would have thought that with all the various models available...

110V conversion Any 110V tool tansformer will provide 500W of power, since this is the smallest size made. If in doubt, get a larger one, though that will be heavier. They can be picked up for a few £/$ at any second hand /flea / car boot type sale. They are wired 55-0-55 volts, so just connect...

'Knackered Dysons' I thought we already WERE overrun with knackered Dysons.... I know I was.... I managed to get rid of a couple last year, which I had been persuaded to give a temporary home to. ;-) All best Dave T

'Two cents' worth' Thanks for the review, Hi-Lo, it's not often that I look at 'new' products. It appears to have been quite well-designed, and has a practical range of accessories. :-) If they have reasonable longevity, I'll look out for one when they become available on the 'second-hand'...

Supply and demand Well 'Ranted', NYCWriter..... Whilst I am surprised and amazed by some of the prices things fetch, I have the serenity to accept that it's just market forces at work... As you say, there are plenty of 'deeper pockets' out there..... I still can't help wishing that someone...

'A poultry sum' ... Presumably, that would be 'chicken feed' ;-) I never cease to be amazed at some of the outlandish prices people manage to get on Ebay... Proof that 'auction fever' is alive and well. Why does nothing I list on Ebay fetch that sort of money??? :'( All best Dave T

Thanks for pics That looks like it could be manufactured without 'too' much trouble... I could do with:- A) dimensions (Does anyone own one of these AND a micrometer/vernier caliper??) B) a couple of 'end on' photographs of the two parts. Preferably after cleaning, so more detail can be seen...