Can someone identify this Kirby?

[kirby519]

Thank you for the help.

I know it was close to the transition point where the trim was changed. I was trying to locate some pictures. with all the years and "rebuilds' or repairs hard to find a picture of a machine that is all factory original. I was trying to decide which one it should actually be.

 

[champamp]

Much appreciated!

You guys are amazing! Thanks so much for all the great info.

I actually like the color, and I'll certainly live with it until I locate more approximate trim. I'll focus on mechanics first, and go from there.

I'll post street pics...

Again, thanks so much.

 

[champamp]

No ID / model plate on the bottom

So I received it today.....all I've done so far is just take it our of the box....and discovered there's no ID plate on the bottom of the case.....kind of disappointing as I was curious if it had been rebuilt and to confirm the model number. I'll still have fun restoring it though.

 

[champamp]

Condition - brushroll

Motor sounds great, fan in great shape.....but the old brushroll is very stiff turning on its axle....I removed the end caps, but can I go any further as far as disassembly? Best to just get a new one?

 

[kirbyclassiciii]

champamp

Brad,

It may be best to buy a brand new brush roll - order part no. 1525.

Also buy 3 soft belts - order part no. 159056G. Knurled belts are a big no-no for your belt lifter design.

~Ben