Search results

I'm restoring a bellows vacuum, and the bag that came with it has a few holes. I first thought of having the holes darned, that would be a period specific fix, but making a new bag might be easier. However, it might also be fixed with patches. Does anyone know what type of fabric/weave is used...

Thank you too! I'm so glad you understood my intention was jocular! I just don't buy from these scalpers and wait till something less expensive comes up. Some of these sellers don't even clean the parts or take focused pictures! If they are that lazy, they aren't getting my money no matter how...

Is there a reason this vacuum is so overbuilt? The parts look like heavy brass castings, where other pump vacs are thin sheet metal. Did this have a specific use? Like on the Titanic or similar ocean vessels?

Give me your money and come take out the trash These sellers can't even proof-read their ads... "Fast - Safe - Same Day Shipping!" "Will ship same day if payment is received by 3pm ct." Shipping: Free Local Pickup Local pick-up only ___________________

Vitriol & Hate I HATE people that buy Fantom Vacuum Cleaners and parts on eBay! (just kidding) But those are some harsh sentiments for people that provide a service of sorts. While it may not be to your liking, these people who try to maximize their profit by "parting out" their vacuums (a...

Where else but eBay? My health is declining, and I would like to start selling my collections on eBay, but I've read so many complaints of the various fees. Where else could you find a worldwide venue for your items? Craig's list? Vacuumland Marketplace? Penny-Pincher magazine? I thought of...

I'm looking for anyone that has a 1890-1910 Cyclone bellows vacuum that can take a photo of the logo-label so I can have a new decal made. I've asked 2 museums and got back angled and distorted pictures, all with good intentions, but not anything a graphic artist can use to make the artwork...

Here in Middle Georgia, I usually get crushed, flattened and stepped on boxes in the mail and with UPS. FedEx is different, the mangled boxes are delivered to any of my four different neighbors. The delivery confirmation e-mail is my clue to start knocking on doors. No one brings my packages...

I posted a "want-ad" in the Super Market forum, and then thought maybe not everyone visits there. I'm beginning a restoration, and need some help finding a wand for a 1890-1910 bellows vacuum cleaner. From pictures on the internet these seem to be quite generic as far as brand/mfg. I don't...

Does anyone have a wand or wand and hose for a bellows type push-pull vacuum cleaner? Or perhaps a link or contact? I'm beginning a restoration, and thought this would be a good place to start. From pictures on the internet these seem to be quite generic with what looks like an upholstery tool...

How did you arrive at the data points of the Baird Meter? What calibration tool did you use?

This is relevant to my interests... As a mechanical engineer, I am very interested in testing procedures. Can you tell me what flow meter and fixture you used to find the CFM of your vacuum? I would like to find a reliable and repeatable way to test the seal leakage in my tank vacuums...

What wonderful people here! Thank you for all your replies! This forum is like no other I've joined, everyone is so helpful and giving. There's so much competition and narcissism on other forums, every post degenerates to name calling and harsh language. I'm not used to civilized...

A question I've been ruminating about for a month now; how much restoration is acceptable? I've seen several Constellations getting painted and powder coated, brought back to looking new. Is there a cut-off date? Would you paint and buff an 1890's vacuum? Does too much restoration remove the...

Oreck Extendable Crevice Brush Well, thanks to all your kind and knowledgeable replies, I started looking for brush attachments for various vacuums and found this Oreck Extendable Crevice Brush! It's a bit cheap and flimsy but it's exactly what I wanted. It's design is in the spirit of the...

Thank you for your reply! I'm about 150mi from Cartersville, 100mi from Atlanta, and 130mi from Jefferson! A two and a half to three hour drive. Not impossible... Please feel free to email me directly with details.

My wife asked if there was a library-specific vacuum or an accessory to dust books, separately or on the racks. I couldn't find anything with Google, then I remembered seeing vibrators, shoe polishers and knife sharpeners along with even stranger accessories for vacuums here. I have a Nilfisk...

I would like to hear from anyone willing to sell Nilfisk vacuums or parts. Industrial / Commercial / Home, all are great, especially industrial (I worked in a machine shop most of my life) Any voltage even 3 phase. Although 460 may bother my wife. Would love a GA70 or older vac. Some...