Goblin Omni 1000 - one for Benny

[ryry_87]

Hi mate

I haven't got this one going yet it still needs a bit of work, but I can't wait until it is. Such a cool looking vac

 

[singingrainbow]

Thanks to all again for the information, I really would love to see a thread of vintage vacuum cataloge pictures from the U.K.
I must admit that I wish the U.S had gotten as many neat and interesting cylinders as the U.K, oh well I will just have to start colecting U.K vacs!

By the way Ryan, I am really enjoying watching your videos on youtube!
Scott

 

[ryry_87]

thanks lol keep watching because i've got quite a few new ones coming in the next few weeks

 

[vacuumboy1993]

Hey Ryan!

The Omni 1000 looks amazing! I've been shocked when I saw the four rear wheels, I think they have a great idea thinking of a canister that can glide in upright position, but wouldn't it be a bit dangerous when cleaning the stairs?
Anyway, I love the design, it reminds me to a Kelner that was sold over here about 1986, it had a very similar look, but it wasn't that overenginered. Can't wait to see the video of it, I wonder if it'll be as loud as the rest of the Goblins.

By the way guys, the idea of making a thread about catalogues is great, it's always cool to see what it was sold in the past hehe.

Kevin.

 

[ryry_87]

Hey Kevin

Apparently they had Electrolux motors so I doubt they'll be that loud. This one needs a bit of work though. I haven't tried to power it up yet because it was quite damp inside, so much so that the cloth filter bag had completely disintegrated. So I need to try and find another.

 

[turbo500]

the idea of making a thread about catalogues is great

I have almost every Argos Catalogue from 1985 - 1997 scanned into my computer. I also have a few Kays, Littlewoods-Index and Grattan catalogues. I have a few more on the way to fill the gaps. Once the collection is complete, I will be posting various things on here for people to enjoy

 

[vintagerepairer]

Ryry, most had Electrolux motors, but I didn't say all. Hopefully yours will. As I rememeber though, the motor runs left to right across the rear of the cleaner and is held in place by a large 'C' clamp over the middle of the motor and I think both types should fit the same, so you may find that if yours is not one with the Electrolux motor, you may still be able to replace with one.

 

[ryry_87]

well when its fully dried out and I find (or make) a new filter for it, we'll get it opened up and find out!

 

[docker]

Capil

Found this Goblin on Gumtree, labeled as a Capil.

 

[ryry_87]

awesome find! never heard of Capil though. We did have an electronic version of the Goblin with variable power

 

[sebo_fan]

I had a red and white Rio and loved it to death. Always wanted the Hoover Jet version too.

 

[vintagerepairer]

That will be the lime green one I told you about, Ryry.

 

[funvacfan]

OK

Now I can add to this thread! I picked up this little Mighty Mini by Shop Vac yesterday!

It has surprizingly good suction, and isn't too loud!

 

[funvacfan]

One more pic. Boring colour scheme for sure! Sorry for the terrible pictures!

Guy

 

[fan-of-fans]

I saw one of those Mighty Mini vacs at a thrift store a few months ago. It was very tiny. I thought about getting it, but decided to leave it.