Hoover Convertible with no model # stamp

[pnluxconvlvr]

After looking for years, I bought an all original Hoover Convertible with the metal body that I have wanted. It is in excellent condition so I am only doing a mild restoration and upgrading it. I know that most of these Convertibles share the same parts, so I have had no problem finding what I need for it, but found it very curious that is has no actual model number stamped in it.

 

[ncovert]

Can we see more pics of it? (including the hood and bag)

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

It appears to be a 4047

Tried searching what appears to be a serial number. Just found it interesting. This is a great Hoover. Love Convertibles.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

And yes, I mastered how to draw the Hoover logo.......

......on the box

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

They did a good job of packing it !

Introduction

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

I was very impressed !

Excellent job.

 

[super-sweeper]

You're correct

That is a model 4047,They ran from 1973-to 1975.It was more of a bottom-of-line model,Running around 40$,Or 170$ today.I own on myself,Although mine is "Cosmeticly challanged".
Here's a video of my 4047.
P:S-The video is old,I should update it soon.

-Alex.

http://https//www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sA8xuSAFC8&feature=plcp

 

[super-sweeper]

Sorry

that link is bad.



There.
-Alex.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Professional packing

Protected very well.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Does anybody have a Hoover without the model stamp ?

I had never seen this in over (something, something) years.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

My first look

Awesome condition.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Can't believe the condition

If it were not for a few marks, it would be new. The bag is soft with no tears.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Parts I am replacing

I love waiting as new parts come to my home. I am replacing the brushes, brushroll bearings ( which now have a plastic washer so I could toss the felt ones), brushroll end caps, bag collar ring, bellows ( found white ), top fill tube, bag spring, handle screws/nuts and plate ( just to make it more solid ) and have new belts and Q HEPA bags trimmed and ready.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

I got the odor and dirt out of the bag by.......

.......wiping down with Clorox wipes and spraying Greased Lightening inside both ends of the bag as the brown color washed down the drain and IMMEDIATELY rinsed thoroughly with warm water and hung to dry. I kept the cleaner away from the bag lettering. Love that this Convertible has the original matching cord and plug too. Can't wait to get it done and turn it on for the first time. Going through the motor next, so I will be asking you Hoover guys questions. Have always wanted to do a Hoover Convertible motor.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Thanks Alex

I had seen that, and was pretty sure. Wish more people would post on YouTube. Maybe I will eventually.

 

[super-sweeper]

No problem!GLaD to be of assistance!

 

[portable]

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<span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium;">I have noticed that <span style="text-decoration: underline;">some</span> Convertibles/Specials have very faint model number stampings on them. I have never been able to figure out why. Perhaps the machine that did the stamping needed to be adjusted.</span>


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<span style="font-family: tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Nice find! The kitties look very interested in your new toy. - John</span>

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

John,

I have to get approval from my little guys first. Then they take over the box. This stamp may have even been covered up by the paint, but there is no sign of anything. Maybe that's why it's in good condition because nobody knew how to sell it when new

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Today I received the new.......

.......white bellows and new bag attachment band. Just waiting on the bag spring and top fill tube now.

 

[hoovercelebrity]

Careful with the top-fill bags in that smaller outer jacket.  They're considerably bigger than a type C bag, and could very easily allow the outer bag to rip at some point down the road.  You could use a smaller HEPA type Y bag.  I'm also not 100% sure if you can use the newer bearings with the "delrin" washer on the bearing in place of the old metal bearing with felt retainer and triangle clip.  I haven't ever tried it myself.  Good to know if it does work. 


 


I recall a story about the model numbers being stamped -- and the fact that they did get somewhat careless with it at one time.  I don't remember for sure what all the details were.  I think that was one of the last things done on the production line before the cleaner went into the box, though. 

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Thanks Fred,

I had done it with the taupe C bag on my other Convertible and folded/rolled the bottom of the bag to not inflate too large, and I will try the Y bag. This awesome guy I buy parts from said to throw away the felt washers, so I am crossing my fingers.

 

[rainbowjoel]

Its beautiful. I can't to see it all fix up and hear it running.

 

[vacu-finder]

The Siamese are the most curious characters. Extremely intelligent they are.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

And spoiled.......

.......and have to be the center of attention. My two boys are actually Tonkinese ( a cross between Siamese and Burmese ). They are like little dogs that play rough, follow me everywhere and love to be held and lay on me, including horsey rides on my back. The main difference between a Siamese and a Tonkinese is that the Siamese will rip the drapes of the wall when you leave for work, where the Tonkinese will just give the drapes resentful looks all day. They are both great breeds. Tonkinese are an awesome breed.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Thanks to Fred's Y suggestion.......

.......I found and ordered some awesome Hoover Y HEPA carbon bags that will help take away any slight odor from this beautiful orange/peach colored vinyl Hoover bag.

http://hoover.com/parts/details/902481001/type-y-carbon-hepa-bag/

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

New Hoover parts came

Just opened my Hoover Convertible's new bag ring and top fill tube. Just waiting on the new bag spring and to go through the motor. Can't wait to vacuum with it for the first time.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

I bought a NIB present for Convertible yesterday.

It is going to be sweet and can't wait to share pics when I get it.

 

[pnluxconvlvr]

Forgot the pic

 

[kloveland]

Looking forward to seeing pictures of the end result. I would like to see how the "Y" bag works. It would definitely improve the filtration on those. It would be nice if they made high filtration "C" bags as I enjoy the old fashioned bag setup.