My Oh My!!!
Sean, your Ultimate G turned out fantastic! Not many people would attempt to save a machine in that shape anymore. Just think, you not only gave that Kirby many more years of useful life, you also saved waste from the landfill and reduced emissions for all of us. Not to mention the dollars you saved can be spent here in America. So I would say our "weird" little vacuum collecting/restoration hobby is a great big win-win situation for all concerned. If only more people would lose the buy-break-buy again mentality and save for a quality item, care for that item, live with and repair that item, maybe we could stop this plastic rush of destruction to the dump-ground! Sorry, I'll get off my soapbox now, strap on my pumps and continue vacuuming.
Kudos Sean, You do excellent work. Enjoy your Kirby and Vacuum on! Russ