Kirby Classic III Red Handle Lock Button

[jeffs]

Hello everyone. I'm new and posting for the first time here, so I hope this is an appropriate question: I'm restoring a Kirby Classic 3 (2CB) and unfortunately I've broken the red handle lock button. I've been searching high and low for a replacement, but can only find it in tan. Does anyone have a suggestion for where I might be able to find a red one? Thanks in advance.

 

[lesinutah]

Hello

You won't find a replacement. They have been discontinued. I believe black color is new OEM for your vacuum.

 

[kenkart]

I dont agree

Start going to older Kirby dealers, they usually have bins full of old parts.

 

[lesinutah]

Okay

I know you don't agree Iive in Utah no dealers or shops have here Ebay doesn't good luck.

 

[kenkart]

Here in NC

We have many old Kirby shops as they were very popular here, I didn't think about different areas not having them.

 

[rowdy141]

www.goodvac.com
http://www.goodvac.com/Kirby_Handle_Lock_Button_Black_p/k-prt-cbme-136684.htm
They have BLACK, but further searching their site might reveal a RED one.

 

[kirbyclassiciii]

JeffS

Jeff,

Your best bet would be to obtain one from another Kirby Classic III. The exact part number was 136676.

On the side, I am still trying to look for a replacement handle lock button for my 1984 Kirby Heritage 84, which would be dark gray (part number 136681).

~Ben

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

I believe I have one if interested email me. [email protected]
Les