I have a 1453 im thinking of having rebuilt. Does anyone know what the average cost would be by an aerus dealer. Ive emailed 3 different ones but havent heard anything back. Im even considering doing the tear down and cleaning myself since it has no auto controls or cord winder and sending just the motor to the dealer for rebuilding. Only thing cosmetic wise is the top brown cover blower door is cracked which I can glue and the bottom caster sled would need replaced. Anyone have any tips on the best way to replace the sled?
Electrolux 1453
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gregvacs28
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I suggest buying another vacuum that isn't so messed up and using this one for parts.
They are an entry level machine and don't typically go for very much on ebay. These days, even the top of the line Electroluxs from that era aren't going for very much.
I doubt you'll find parts for it. Also, the motor in these, I've found, is not very powerful compared to it automatic older brother. I've taken them apart and the windings are about half the size of the motor found in the Automatic.
It is a cute mini electrolux though. I always liked the way that one looked. I hope yours isn't all dented up and rusty.
They are an entry level machine and don't typically go for very much on ebay. These days, even the top of the line Electroluxs from that era aren't going for very much.
I doubt you'll find parts for it. Also, the motor in these, I've found, is not very powerful compared to it automatic older brother. I've taken them apart and the windings are about half the size of the motor found in the Automatic.
It is a cute mini electrolux though. I always liked the way that one looked. I hope yours isn't all dented up and rusty.
Nope it was my grandmas. Maybe one or two very small dents if any and absoultly no rust. Paint is in excellent shape. It's been used to vacuum the shed and even stored there for years. Runs like the day it was bought. Sadly all I have is the main unit. Hose is basically shot and I have no power head.
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Definitely has scuff marks but they can be removed easily. Im surprised myself at how good of shape the metal and paint is. Even has the original dealer sticker. But that damn top cover. I can repair the crack enough to live with it and the tape is to hold it down. The two little tabby things droke along time ago. A little flexible adhesive will hold that down
Definitely has scuff marks but they can be removed easily. Im surprised myself at how good of shape the metal and paint is. Even has the original dealer sticker. But that damn top cover. I can repair the crack enough to live with it and the tape is to hold it down. The two little tabby things droke along time ago. A little flexible adhesive will hold that down
gregvacs28
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Yeah, if the body is good you should still be looking for a parts machine. A machine you can take the top from and the wheel shell underside, maybe even a replacement door that isn't so scuffed up.
You can have that looking like new.
Have you taken it apart to see the inside. If it's been stored in a shed it may have more rust than you realize.
Thanks for sharing pics.
You can have that looking like new.
Have you taken it apart to see the inside. If it's been stored in a shed it may have more rust than you realize.
Thanks for sharing pics.
I used to like these until...
I used to think these were the same as the automatic machines, just without the feature and optional cordwinder. Once I used one and heard how noisy it was, and also wasn’t as easy to pick up with only the front handle and now hearing that the motors in these were indeed not as good...I think spending the money on a decent used automatic control model would make for a better investment on the dollar and provide you with an upgrade in quality at the same time. You can get a 1205, Golden Jubilee, Silverado, Olympia One, Diamond Jubilee, Marquis, Or Ultralux complete with a hose power nozzle and even the other attachments for $100 to $300 on eBay. Since the motor is shot on yours and the sled base is broken and the wheel is needed as well, it’s pretty much not worth the cost needed to fix it up versus buying a better used model.
Chances are if the sled base is cracked where it dips in for the wheel, it has pushed in some and split the bag compartment. That happened to my Silverado and I could not get full suction. I did replace the bag compartment with one from another Silverado I had who’s motor died and that resolved the suction issue. I always wondered why I was getting a line of carbon dust on the outside of my bag...there was a hairline crack right along one of the inner ridges that’s would open wider when the vacuum was running allowing a recirculation of air reducing the suction power.
Jon
I used to think these were the same as the automatic machines, just without the feature and optional cordwinder. Once I used one and heard how noisy it was, and also wasn’t as easy to pick up with only the front handle and now hearing that the motors in these were indeed not as good...I think spending the money on a decent used automatic control model would make for a better investment on the dollar and provide you with an upgrade in quality at the same time. You can get a 1205, Golden Jubilee, Silverado, Olympia One, Diamond Jubilee, Marquis, Or Ultralux complete with a hose power nozzle and even the other attachments for $100 to $300 on eBay. Since the motor is shot on yours and the sled base is broken and the wheel is needed as well, it’s pretty much not worth the cost needed to fix it up versus buying a better used model.
Chances are if the sled base is cracked where it dips in for the wheel, it has pushed in some and split the bag compartment. That happened to my Silverado and I could not get full suction. I did replace the bag compartment with one from another Silverado I had who’s motor died and that resolved the suction issue. I always wondered why I was getting a line of carbon dust on the outside of my bag...there was a hairline crack right along one of the inner ridges that’s would open wider when the vacuum was running allowing a recirculation of air reducing the suction power.
Jon
Speaking of the 1205
My other grandmother had a 1205 and my granddad still has it. I dont think the the motor can be saved. The last time I heard it run it had a grinding noise and very little power. That was 12 years ago. Both have sentimental value. Whenever I would go to there houses the first thing I'd do was head for the electrolux's.
My other grandmother had a 1205 and my granddad still has it. I dont think the the motor can be saved. The last time I heard it run it had a grinding noise and very little power. That was 12 years ago. Both have sentimental value. Whenever I would go to there houses the first thing I'd do was head for the electrolux's.
gregvacs28
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There's nothing wrong with keeping it for sentimental reasons. It doesn't have to be fixed for that. I have two Electrolux canisters that I lucked out on and are in very good shape. A 1993 Ultralux Classic and a 1987 Marquis. Both need hoses but otherwise are close to new condition.
I won't use them and are part of my decor.
There are people who have put on display record collections, old bikes, old furniture, horse saddles, even old cars. Who hasn't seen an old wringer washer on someone's lawn as part of the landscape with the tub filled with flowers.
I have retro working miniature christmas lights year round, the occasional vacuum, and retro 70s/80s decor.
I won't use them and are part of my decor.
There are people who have put on display record collections, old bikes, old furniture, horse saddles, even old cars. Who hasn't seen an old wringer washer on someone's lawn as part of the landscape with the tub filled with flowers.
I have retro working miniature christmas lights year round, the occasional vacuum, and retro 70s/80s decor.
