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    Kirby Spped Switch 134380

    I need one...restoring a Tradition....the ones on eBay are pretty pricey.....anyone have one for cheap? Thanks.
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    Kirby 516 Wire Routing?

    So....I did the classic mistake of taking it apart....and not noting how the wires are routed. Michael's YouTube videos are helpful, but he demonstrates with a pre-516. The 516 started the "case within a case"...... 1. Is the headlight harness routed outside of the main motor case now? 2...
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    Kirby 516 Rear Bearing - Shield?

    Is it supposed to have a shield? The front says Made In USA, and then tiny numbers I can't read.... I haven't cleaned it yet, but it turns well. Other newer vacs have bearing shields?
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    How to assemble 515 handle....

    The 515 was shipped with the handle disassembled (3 pieces: Grip, tube, and fork): The grip end goes on and tightens to the middle tube without an issue.....but getting the middle tube fastened tightly to the lower fork is giving me a headache..... Looks like there was originally a small...
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    Can someone identify this Kirby?

    I have several newer models....never delved this far back....is it a 515 with new wheels? Looks like it needs a sani-emptor...... Pics are from the seller...I got it for 16$ + 25 shipping..... I appreciate any info you awesome folks can provide....thanks.
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    Kirby Omega and bare floors.....

    Is there an attachment that fits over the rug nozzle or a separate front nozzle that would let me use the Kirby in it's upright form to vacuum bare floors...specifically tile and finished concrete? I know I can do this in canister mode.....but I'd rather push it as an upright.....thanks.
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