Electrolux hose repair.

[caligula]

Hi guys:

I know this has been posted before, but please tell me the procedure to coat the inside of the hose with latex. I have several vintage Electrolux hoses that leak badly, and I want them restored. How much latex do I need to coat the hose for use, not just show, and how do I coat the entire length for full coverage? I found several original ends and handles for the models XXX and LX, so I can replace these after the hoses to these two models are latexed. A photo spread of Youtube video would also help.

Thanks,
Alex Taber.

 

[Gr8DaneDad]

Alex,


 


Don't use latex! it will stick to itself and even if coated in talc will not setup well and has a tendency to pull away from the hose and collapse. Use Plasti-Dip instead. I get black at Home Depot or Lowes or order clear online. Depending on where you live Napa Auto sometimes has clear in store. Use the pourable liquid, not the spray. I pour the whole can in, run it back and forth and then drain out the machine end back into the can. 2 quick thin coats, applied about an hour or two apart,  work better than one thick. It fully cures in about 24 hours and stays flexible once cured and it is not sticky so dirt/dust does not cling and it won't collapse on itself like latex can.


 


Clear is better if you can find it, especially for very leaky hoses.  With the clear you can also apply to the outside and prevent any further abrasion to the hose. One last caveat, I've only used this on a few hoses with minor leaks and in basically good condition. I've been very happy with the results.


 


Tom

 

[kirbylux77]

Tom

Just so you know, Plastidip discontinued making clear in the cans a couple of years ago. It is now only available in spraybottles. I know this because I called the company directly & they told me it was discontinued, had to settle for the spray. And a word of warning....DO NOT USE THE SPRAY!!! In spray form, Plastidip is too thin & doesn't make a thick enough coating to seal a hose.

Rob

 

[Gr8DaneDad]

Well they may have stopped making it, but it's still out there, or was as of April of this year as I bought 3 cans of it from Napa Auto then. But good to know, I'm going to have to see if I can get any more as I prefer the clear... one more thing to hoard. And Rob, I absolutely agree with you about the spray.... it would take about 50 coats to seal up a hose and would take weeks to do.


 


Tom

 

[Gr8DaneDad]

Well dang it all to heck.... called Napa and there is no more clear available... should have bought the case when I had the chance....


 


 


But the industrial version - Rubber Dip is still available in Matte Clear, but you have to buy by the gallon.

 

[caligula]

Electrolux Hose.

Thanks guys.

Here's what happened, I had an original hose to my model LX (pictured in my post) with a minor leak at the end where it plugs to the front cover. I was able to cut off the quarter inch of hose, and repair. That worked great for about six months, wonderful suction, now the rubber is breaking down about eight inches into the hose, that means the rubber is going due to age. Sure, duct tape would work, but not look good. Coating the inside might let me use my favorite machine another few years.

Looks like Rubber-Dip is the way to go. Remove the ends and pour on, let dry an hour and repeat? Sounds easy. If it's inside the hose I don't care if it's clear or not.

I'll look into this stuff. Thanks again,
Alex Taber.

 

[gsheen]

I don't know about the USA but Plasti dip just went crazy here in South Africa and you can most definitely get the clear. I bought a can 5 liters to spray the front end of my cars, Like an invisible car bra. It works a treat. I love the fact that you can just peal it off when it gets damaged. I must order some more to do my vacuum pipes. 

 

[dustin]

Why not buy a modern vinyl hose to use with the machines, and use the leaky originals for show?

 

[caligula]

Hi Dustin.

I like all my vacuum cleaners with original parts. When I use an Electrolux it has to have the hose it came with. A modern hose on an 1952 Electrolux model LX? NO WAY!!! Look at my photo, that's the look I require. NO ALTERATIONS!!