Hoover 612 refurb 1940s/50s

[thekirbylover]

Removing the fan.

 

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Under the fan.

 

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Dirty dirty casing.

 

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Time to take everything out of the bath, here is the result.

 

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Sanded down the motor cover, surfaces scratches need some attention but all things considering it wont turn out to bad at the end.

 

[beko1987]

I love machines in this state! Looks like it will at least work as new when you are done with it, even it it wont look like new!

Although it will look a damn sight better!

 

[midcenturyfan]

The restoration looks to be coming along well. Keep up the good work.

Robin.

 

[eurekapowernozz]

Nice work so far

I must say you have more patience then I think I have. I have a Rexair/Rainbow D the motor sounds fine but when I looked up inside I can see lots of caked on dirt. I'm just to afraid of taking her apart and not knowing what to do with parts and should I make it throug that I'm terrified I'll put her back together wrong. So bravo on your Hoover. I'm looking forward to the final product!!

Justin (eurekapowernozz)

 

[blknblu]

Don't be afraid to take it apart. Take lots of before pics. Make reference marks if you need to. 


number the parts if a fan assembly, etc.


Bag all the parts & pieces, put notes in the bags.


Careful preparation & patience will ensure it goes back together properly.

 

[thekirbylover]

about to get that well needed re spray

 

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covering the essentials.

 

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Hammerite gold.

 

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first coat.

 

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Second coat.

 

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Hose intake and switch rod.

 

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coat 4, as you can see its shaping up nicely.

 

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5th and final coat.

 

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Now onto the handle and bag holder.

 

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After 3 layers its done.

 

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The handle has also had the same treatment.