Lots of vintage Kirby parts

[texaskirbyguy]

Kelton, that shell is for a Classic 1CR, not Omega. Do you still want me to save it for you? I bought the Legend II hose and attachments, too.

Les, none of the pins in the bin have that circle (I take it was on the small end that you are referring to)

I got probably my last load today - will post what I got when I get time.

 

[rivstg1]

rob, yeah, I"ll still take that one of the 1cR

 

[texaskirbyguy]

UPDATE and some NEW ADDITIONS

SOLD: Heritage hose-end attachment set, red 5xx trim, one used transmission, one 5xx parts unit, one 1CR parts unit, both tan hose couplers, all Tradition safety switch conversion parts, Classic hose-end attachment set, one 5xx red handle set.

NEW ADDITIONS pictured below:
All Kirby parts units have been tested and will have healthy electricals unless otherwise communicated to the buyer in advance.

The bags at the end are not Kirby bags and are described in a separate post in the 'supermarket' section.

 

[jgarvey]

Hey Rob. I sent you an email too. Thanks!

Joe

 

[texaskirbyguy]

JGarvey,
I had not received one yet - please check and/or resend.
Thanks!

 

[texaskirbyguy]

UPDATE -
Sold both Heritage 84 parts units, one Omega parts unit with bag, and one restorable Classic III with everything but bag and cord.
Still lots of Classics, Traditions and Omegas, several Heritage IIs, one Heritage, and a couple Classic IIIs.
There are a few 5xx models also but none of them but a 514 have a model plate. Most have push-button metal switches.
Anyone owning any of the machines above can benefit having a parts unit on the shelf.
Most of the loose spare parts are still available also.

If anyone is passing through or visiting the Dallas TX area, let me know and come grab some Kirby parts!

 

[texaskirbyguy]

UPDATE!

These items recently SOLD:
Best 5xx parts unit
Best Classic III parts unit
All Classic III bag tops
All Tradition and Omega bag rings
All 5xx red headlight trim.
All belt lifter labels
Shag King
One Omega manual


Still have lots left, though.

I would like to give a great shout-out and THANK YOU to all of those who have bought some stuff. I enjoy seeing this stuff going to good homes where it will be used as-is or used to keep other old Kirbys alive.
I really hope to have my patio space back by March, so keep 'em coming, please! )

 

[texaskirbyguy]

I need to begin the new year by getting the patio cleaned up...

I am picturing below all the PARTS and PARTS UNITS I have left that needs new homes very soon. All parts units have been electrically tested and current draws confirmed good. Most are good for restoration but some as parts only. All will be cheap - the more you buy the better the deal. Please send me an email (in my profile) with your wishlist and zip code and I will give you cost with shipping. Those in the DFW area may come pick up for less. If you let me know what you plan to do with the parts units, I can match you up the right condition unit for the lowest cost.
Many thanks!

 

[crazykirbydude]

Are the parts units $20?

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Crazy, lets just say the absolute best/most complete parts unit I have is $20, the rest are less. And the more you buy the less they get. My goal is not making money but just covering fuel cost and materials and time to pack 'em and ship 'em while helping collectors and keeping them out of the landfill. I am willing to work with anyone with any budget, so any offers will be considered.

UPDATE - Two Omega parts units and the brown-trimmed 5xx with bag are pending sale now.

 

[crazykirbydude]

Can you post some pics of the Classic 1CRs you have?

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Crazy,
Please see the pictures in reply 36. Scroll through them and find pics 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 11 with the light brown trim and smooth headlight trim. Let me know if you seek something particular or a particular condition.
Thanks!

 

[crazykirbydude]

How much would a crusty old Classic run me? I've been looking for older Kirbys for a while, and I think that would make a good project.

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Crazy, I can send you two crusty ones that will make up a nice complete one (less cord) for $10 plus shipping. There is one that has a usable but very faded bag that I have in mind. Email me your zip code and I can give you a shipping quote.
Sending two will not add too much to the shipping amount since the the handle determines the box size and dimensional weight is used due to the box size.

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Complete easy-resto vacuums

While not parts units, I will put these in this thread also.
All of these are complete working machines that would need minimal work to restore. There is one Heritage (set up to take the good HEPA bags) ($40), one nice original Omega ($30), One bojack-bagged Omega ($20), One Classic 1CR with washed bag ($30), and a Heritage II with new amodal fan, most attachments and shampooer ($60)

Note - the Omegas and 1CR will be fitted with the correct handles, unlike shown in the pictures. Also I can include an emtor with the bojack Omega for $5 more.

Prefer pickup if you are local but I can ship for additional charge.

 

[lesinutah]

Rob

I attached pic of a box I'm inquiring on. You can post here or email me.
Les

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Les, what box/picture?

 

[lesinutah]

This

Pic

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Les,
Here are pics of the nice sets in that box - one is a 515, the other is unknown. Both have sweet air ports on the emtors and have metal PB switches. One emtor is missing the bottom but will include it or a a non-sweet air emtor with bottom, your choice.
Each of these is 20, both can ship together.

The center carcass with toggle is not shown - not sure if you want that also.

All work but bearings would need to be changed for daily use or restoration (recommended for any old Kirby).
Let me know if you have further questions...

 

[lesinutah]

Nice

I think I'll take them. I'll try to get financial situation by Friday.
I have a green LED light that would just make that vacuum look nice as a 500 series in green.
I take it that the motors are 4 amps. Do they come with sweet aire caps? I don't have many caps. I'll email you tommorow on paying for it.
I'd take the car as but I don't need it. I have more toggle switches than I have 500 series vacuums.
Les

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Les,
Both have sweet air caps. The one on the green machine was painted green but its red underneath. Yes, motors are 4A and were tested good.
If you plan to keep the green trim, I can toss in a green bag top if you need it - I think I have one.
Please Email me your zipcode so i can get a shipping quote for you. Did you still need the D50 bag tops? I had 2 put away for you...

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

I may have emailed you twice.
Les

 

[lesinutah]

Rob

If you use the box shown, you cut in half. Turn the machines sideways, fold the box over mirror image of the bottom. This may help on shipping costs.
Les

 

[kmarcus]

Kirby Omega Bag

Hello,

Do you happen to have any original bags for a kirby omega, either pinstripe or gold but that has the omega label on it?

my email is [email protected]

 

[texaskirbyguy]

kmarcus, sorry, no Omega bags like that except on my now-restored Omega that I have owned for 26+ years. A sweet-looking chromed beauty!
Let me know if you need any other Omegas stuff, as I have several parts units and some restorable vacs

 

[texaskirbyguy]

BONUS (non-Kirby) BAG OFFER!

Offering up some packages of new vac bags, free with purchases of any Kirby parts units!
What you see in the picture is all I have. The dirt devil ones on the far right are type d.
Also the cloth bags in this thread and some old brownish Lewyt hose attachments (brush and small nozzles) can be freebies with purchase:
https://www.vacuumland.org/cgi-bin/TD/TD-VIEWTHREAD.cgi?39282_1

I will include what you want, as many I can include without raising the shipping cost. My family and neighbors have no use for these - they were rescued from the Plano shop and I hate to trash them.

 

[hoover300]

Have any Classic IIIs left?

 

[texaskirbyguy]

Hoover300, glad you asked...
I was ready to tell you to look a the pictures above, but they were not there!
So here are two boxes that were not included, yielding 2 Classic IIIs, a G6 (that I might keep), and another Omega.

All work and both CIIIs have good metal fans. Both are missing emtors, BUT I bet the Classic oval ones will work and I think I have a couple extra red bottoms - I will look.

One CIII is missing the handle plastic and the belt lifter has a broken ear.

The other CIII (with the G6) would make a very nice restorable unit.

I can include red NOS headlight and nozzle trims with them (if desired) for small extra cost)

 

[hoover300]

Thanks

Just sent an email.

 

[texaskirbyguy]

The following have sold:

-The nicer Classic III parts unit
-Two Classic 1CR parts units less emtors
-One of the nicer Classic 1CR complete parts units with the faded original bag
-The parts units of 515, green-trimmed 5xx, 514, tan trimmed 5xx, and stripped 5xx (actually I am keeping the latter 3 for parts and eventual restoration.)
-All of the Hoover type A bags and the Oreck bags
-Green bag top and bag ring
-Both D50 bag tops

However I still have lots more parts units, especially Classic 1CRs, Omegas, and later-model Traditions. One Classic III is left, and one 5xx.
Still have all of the nicer restorable complete vacs.

My driveway is now clear of Kirbys, but now time to clear the patio. )
Thank you to all who saved these machines and parts - I greatly appreciate it!
I hope to get some more projects into others' hands!!