CB variant of the Elux Bronze Model G

[keither]

The gods of Mt Electrolux has entrusted me with what is considered to be another rare piece of Electrolux History- This is my first time ever seeing this style CB and it was sold during the short run of the Bronze Model G series. I did everything I could to control myself in front of the seller because I was in awe of how well preserved this machine is. And not only that , but two other rare pieces were sold with the machine ..the 16in wide Floor tool A N D a matching fabric extension hose and adapter for the Model CA. I will post pics of this shortly. Im in search of the original wands and the PN1 with the silver elbow to go with the CB. If anyone knows of any sources that would be willing to work out a deal please let me know! Otherwise I couldn’t be a happier vac collector Thanks guys!

 

[paul]

Congrats, Keith! What an awesome addition to your extraordinary floor & surface care appliance collection! You have done an amazing job of spiffing up that Model CB, and how awesome that you have its original hose, filter screen, filter holder and 16-inch floor brush attachment along with the brochure!

Does that complete the 1966-68 color line of Electrolux USA cleaners in your fleet? I believe I have seen your Model G and Model GH - not sure about the Model L or Model B-8. Incidentally, that's my favorite Electrolux Corporation color scheme.

The only other tan CB I have ever seen was the version with the painted galvanized canister, so it is quite rare.

Thanks for sharing that gem with us & congrats, again!

 

[hygiene903]

Congratulations Keith!

What an amazing and rare find! Looks like it's complete too, other than the power nozzle you're looking for. Hope you find one soon! I've never seen that version of the CB either, and actually have never seen a CB in person, only pics of them that have been posted here and on some of the other sites. For that matter, I didn't even know that Electrolux made a heavy duty commercial wet & dry vacuum until I started seeing them here! Again, congratulations on a great find!
Jeff

 

[rugsucker]

Beautiful--

--and RARE CB!
These were often used for diners,car cleaning,churches and more where they got much wear and abuse making your CB an amazing survivor. I have only seen one with the painted fan housing. They could also use a paper filter under the cloth filter. I happen to have put one on EBay last week. Being able to pick needed attachments made the CB perfect for many buildings and offices.

 

[fantomfan57]

Congratulations!

Question, have you ever considered. Scanning and posting User's Manuals for the group?

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

No high jacking the thread.
That's actually a beautiful electrolux and I'm not a huge lux fan.

 

[human]

Keither, you dun did it again! Other than some wear on the wheels, that sucker looks like it's never been used! Where the heck do you find these things!?!

 

[fantomfan57]

Hey Les,

I see he has the User's Manual. I just thought I would ask a simple question.

Hey Edgar, he has said in the past, he finds them and has a person restore/refurbish them.

Is that correct, Keith?

 

[keither]

To all , you guys are great! I don't know how it happens , it just does. Its being at the right place at the right time, and it happened this last time on Ebay. When I saw this CB I knew I needed to get it, especially after confirming with the seller that an original CA Commercial Vacuum hose / accessory ( extension hose) was included.

This is not a refurbished CB. The machine is stellar and appears to have been used a few times and stored away. That's usually the story behind lots of pristine collectible vacs, especially for those I've found over the years. The machine is clean as a whistle without a scratch on it, and has retained its stainless steel mirror image surface, both inside and out. Runs like a new Model G The Model G Bronze Series collection is nearly complete , as I don't have the B-8 Shampooer.

To be clear not all of my machines are refurbished - I have a total of four refurbished vacs in my collection - The rest are in their original condition.

If I locate a machine that I like, and if its been beat to hell, and if its worth saving, I will consider having it refurbished.

Thanks again guys and as always , I appreciate your support.

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

Garry
I was joking. Keither posts don't hijack his thread on every thread except this one.
I meant no harm just playing.

 

[fantomfan57]

NP,

Les, I knew you were. I have enjoyed your posts in the past. I hope you are never misunderstood. Jokesters are most often misunderstood. No harm done.
Keep posting.

 

[huskyvacs]

That machine has been really well cared for, no signs of pitting in the metal or anything. For someone to buy it and looks like never use it, just is incredible. The gold color looks lovely on this cleaner. It goes really well with the chrome.

It is amazing if you think about it, how many variations there must be in every Electrolux vacuum are out there due to Electrolux's policy on refurbishment paint colors. The fact someone ordered this one and happened to get it in gold is so fortunate indeed.

 

[paul]

Huskyvacs,

The metallic luster of the original paint on Keith's CB does give the impression of a gold or bronze, but an Electrolux salesman once posted many years ago, that the color on a factory paint container was labeled tan.

Interestingly, the Model L's original paint is void of the sheen and appears more tan than the Model CB, Model G, or Model B-8 Carpet Beautifier/Floor Polisher. Electrolux Corp. likely chose to do this to differentiate the deluxe model with the standard. Prior to 1966, when this color line was introduced, the standard contemporaneous tank cleaner had been a different color altogether than the deluxe models (aquamarine green Model G/ivory Model L; industrial gray Model F/gray-blue Model S).

 

[paul]

Golden G

P.S. You've heard of the nicknamed 1974 "Golden J" (50th Jubilee 1205), well here's the 1961 Golden G award cleaner painted in coin gold for comparison to Keith's Model CB motor lid. I wouldn't be surprised if Keith nabbed one of these at some point!

Originally posted by Kevin & Kirbyvertibles in thread 13846.