2015 VCCC Convention and Vacuum Musuem PART 2

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back in the shop

the tech brings out this "doesnt exist" thing. a COMMERCIAL BISON!

 

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the tech then mentions of this "other old vacuum" he has and brought it out. i almost soiled myself when i saw it. a hoover model 825! somehow it wasnt tossed in the un weather protected sheds! he serviced it, it runs great! as you can see it came home with me. stan kann was indeed with us on this trip and in a totally unexpected way. every time i see this machine and use it once its restored i will think of him and this trip. sean didnt come away empty handed either, he got the kenmore upright with a cord reel. i also took home a parts powerhead for my 1980 sears best powermate, an out amerian lincoln super sweep bag, and hoover handisac bags.

this vacuum shop was a real treat. Chad and kenny visited there just a few days ago and got equally good finds.

the vacuum shop's contact info is
FRED's VACUUMS
939 E. Kearny St. Springfield, MO
(417) 866-3548
they are ONLY open mon, tues, thurs, friday. NO weekends!

 

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back at home, a closer up of the 825

 

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this was my parts haul from the trip. i also got a few kenmore powermate hoses, and connie hose from alex braun. the only other thing not shown i got were parts/ collection powerheads for my sears best powermates.


what a wonderful trip and hope you all enjoyed it with me. looking foward to chicago, and showing the machines restored from this trip here sometime in the future. happy vacuuming!

 

[kloveland]

Pictures

Thanks for posting the pictures Will! They look great!

 

[singingrainbow]

Nice pictures! Thanks for posting.


Scott

 

[kirbysthebest]

What a great time it looks like everyone had.

John L. I was so worried about you touching another species. Thank Goodness you had protection.

Thanks to everyone for sharing your pictures with the rest of us.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

One must always practice safe vacuuming.

THe glove thing (it IS a running joke, to enlighten those in the dark), began in '08, when I first joined.
As you mayhave seen from various photos of mini meets, etc. I've had 'other species' in my home. I've had lots of people, too. Some are life long friends now. I'm afraid, one or two may have been disloyal "spies", if you will. People come, visit, enjoy the activities, meals, fun, etc.... some run back to others and report. I prefer the former to the "latter".
It's amazing what people really say about us. Some meet me and say, "Wow..you looked taller". Others want to know if I'm "really like that all the time"... others think I'm funny, some want to engage in serious conversation.
I guess one purpose of meets, conventions is to find out more about our club members.

So, the gloves are in the suitcase, ready for the next time. ...Don't worry, I have a large supply. I'll share.
And, I appreciate those who appreciate a sense of humor. Barb almost fell over LAST year when I put on my KIRBY shirt, and walked into the KIRBY Factory...(with my HOOVER hoodie tied around my waist). Morgan almost died when I wore it to Filter Queen. I'm a good sport. I also play well with others....some better than others, lol

 

[hooverboy81]

Agreed, John! You never know what kind of creatures are lurking in the shadows. I thoroughly enjoy your posts and speaking with you! I'm looking forward to next years convention now that I've made it all official!

 

[hooverboy81]

Agreed, John! You never know what kind of creatures are lurking in the shadows. I thoroughly enjoy your posts and speaking with you! I'm looking forward to next years convention now that I've made it all official!

 

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John

I was very worried about you in that Kirby shirt. I was sure that the letters would be burned into your flesh.

it's good that we can have fun with what we enjoy.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Isn't it,

though? Thank you.