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    Portapower vs. Platinum Collection

    Aside from differences such as bag type and appearance etc, does anyone know if there is any difference in performance between the current Hoover Portapower as opposed to the one sold under the Platinum Collection?
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    Hoover Convertible speed switch

    Could anyone here go about telling me how to remove the motor leads from the speed switch on a Convertible? I got a NOS two-speed high performance off of eBay that I'd like to install in my 719 and I've got no idea how to go about doing this.
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    I need a new base for a Decade 80

    Is the base from this machine suitable? The original base is NLA so I'm wondering if this will work. It looks like it has the mounting for the right hand headlight socket. Does anyone know for sure if the diagram is correct? http://www.vacpartswarehouse.com/Hoover-C1067-s/613.htm
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    Rattly Convertible handle

    Does anyone have any solutions to a rattly handle on a Convertible, specifically the square handle on a Decade 80? I've tried replacing the lower and upper handle bolts and have tightened them as much as possible but I still get an annoying rattle from the handle's midsection whenever I pull the...
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    New Sanitaire motor

    Is it just me or do the new all plastic Sanitaire motors smell 'funny' for lack of a better term after running for a bit?
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    Upside down Eureka ESP motor

    I recently acquired a Eureka 2118 with the upside down ESP motor. While I had it apart for cleaning I noticed that 2 of the insulators between the bars on the armature had come loose and were poking up towards the cooling fan. What is a suitable adhesive to glue them back in place? I know these...
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    Eureka brandywine paint

    Has anyone ever come across a spray paint colour which is a good match for the brandywine colour on a Eureka? I refurbed a 2087 ESP and it really could use a fresh coat of paint on the hood for that final touch. Or does anyone know if it's possible to have a can of spray paint custom mixed?
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    Hoover armature

    Would anyone be interesting in selling or parting with an armature for a standard performance Convertible? I need one so that I can finish getting my 719 up to snuff. Thank you.
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    Hoover Convertible armature

    Aside from needing to get the spacer/split sleeve kit is it acceptable to use the current Convertible armature on a 719, or is the one for the standard performance motor a different part number?
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    Rusted together

    Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can get off a rusted belt pulley from a Convertible? I've already tried repeated sprayings of WD-40 as well as soaking it in CLR overnight to no avail. Any help would be much appreciated.
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    Which fan to use on a classic Convertible.

    The original metal 11-blade or or the newer 6-blade? Has anyone compared the two to see which is the best performer?
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    Sanitaire question

    How do I get off a rusty upper bearing retainer? Thanks.
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    Sanitaire motor gasket

    What sort of adhesive should I use to glue a new motor gasket onto my Sanitaire? The gasket failed on my S662 and it was spewing dirt and lint underneath the hood. Thanks.
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    Such blatany idiocy...

    A perfectly good 719 destroyed by these numskulls.
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    Eureka 1489a Hood

    Does anyone know where I might be able to find a new hood for a Eureka 1489a upright? The part # is E-539744. I've tried Hesco and they were unable to order it as it has been discontinued. Google was fruitless. Thanks to anyone who can help.
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    Eureka 1400 lower bearing replacement

    What parts do I need to replace the lower bearing on a 1489A upright with a 4.8 amp motor? Also, how do I go about installing it? I recently bought the machine off of eBay and I intend to restore it as completely as possible. Thanks.
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    Replacing motor brushes

    Can anyone tell me how I go about replacing the motor brushes on a Decade 80? I recently acquired one through eBay and figured I might as well replace them while I have the machine apart. Thanks in advance.
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    Suitable bearing?

    Is this a suitable bearing for use in a Hoover Convertible? I'm thinking it would be of better quality and quieter than the Hoover part. Is this likely to be the case? http://www.vxb.com/page/bearings/PROD/Kit7618
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    Bottom plate gasket on Convertible

    What do I need to put a new gasket on the bottom plate of a Hoover Convertible?
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    Convertible Question/Armature Removal

    How do I remove the armature on a U4423 Convertible so that I can grease the bottom bearing? I thought that it simply pulled out once the fan was removed and with the top bearing taken off as well but it seems fairly well stuck in there. Also, does the top bearing need any sort of grease or...
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