My 1st True Classic Deluxe Convertible!!!!

[gj3476]

Hi guys, well once again I got another vacuum for my collection and this of course is a vacuum collectors favorite! A Hoover Deluxe Convertible U4009. Got this from eBay for $75 + free shipping, it used to cost $95 but somehow it was $20 off, sweet deal! It needs a little clean up but it sounds pretty good, nothing worn out. I hope y’all enjoy the pics of my member of my collection!

 

[gj3476]

Love the shape of the hood!

 

[gj3476]

Nice retro bag design!

 

[gj3476]

So far there’s only 2 problems, one the handle grip comes off when pushing and pulling the vacuum so if anybody had this problem before what should I use to make it stay in place? And lastly, it’s kinda hard to explain the height adjustment doesn’t want to stay in place when it moves around a bit so hopefully there’s a way to fix that.

 

[gj3476]

Bottom is in good shape too!

 

[gj3476]

It also features the classic old style tool converter slide in design, I would love to have the old style hose attachment that stretches, not the tufflex one. The serial number is 0148666, maybe ‘73 or to ‘75?

 

[gj3476]

Brushroll and belt are in very good shape too!

 

[gj3476]

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[gj3476]

Forgot to mention, I was originally going to make this another vacuum delivery surprise but I just couldn’t wait to open my package.

 

[madman]

Noice.

Idk what the common consensus is around here for the handle. But my recommendation would be to smear some silicone around the metal tube, and some inside the rubber grip, slip it on, clean it up, let it dry overnight. It should hold up to use, without really being 'permanent' because you should be able to pry it loose if you ever needed to. It will be messy though, have a lot of paper towels on hand. Alternatively, you can usually leave all the extra silicone there without touching it at all, and when it's dry, it usually peels away no problem.

 

[real1shep]

I'm always up for ideas on how to reattach insulated handles to tools and appliances.  I've tried about everything....sometimes they'll last as long as the original, but mostly I get disappointed. It would be nice to have a concoction that would let you put the grip on fully and then set permanently sometime later. I'm sure there's stuff they've used in the trades. Who knows....maybe the EPA forced the best stuff off the market........


 


Kevin

 

[oreck_xl]

This may have been discussed in an earlier post, but did Hoover have a technical name for that fancy scroll print they put on the bag? My Dial-A-Matic U6039-030 has the same design. On the Concept One U3101, it was smaller and had an "H" in the middle.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Gabriel!

Great machine.... a nice addition to your collection.
If people ever needed to/wanted to REMOVE that handle grip, they'd soak it in hot water, loosened the glue, and off came the grip. IF you don't want/need to ever have to remove it, you can apply some glue to the inside of the grip, slide it onto the handle, and let it dry. I did that to one of my Dial A Matics. Like new today!
As far as the height adjustment: perhaps the curve in the lever is worn. It sometimes happens to the handle release pedal, too. You may: replace it, OR try getting a little round file and file the concave curve a little deeper, so it will 'grab' the wheel.
That'll clean up very nicely. Good luck on the tools. You MUSTY have them. Although "ultraflex" was great, my favorite is still "Tufflex".
Happy Hoovering.
John

 

[gj3476]

Gottahaveahoover, should I use Elmer’s glue or gorilla glue?

 

[real1shep]

I tried Gorrila glue on a tool handle.....lasted a couple of yrs then came off like nothing was ever on there.


 


Kevin

 

[vacuumlad1650]

Use Super Glue. Elmers is only good for a school project.

 

[gj3476]

Thank you Vacuumlad1650

 

[louvac]

Do not use

suggestions mentioned!

Use a product called Pliobond. It's what is used to glue new hosing material into machine ends. You will not need a lot. A thin coating and you're good to go. Any hairlike filament/strands are easily removed once dried. It also allows you to get it in the right position. Let it dry overnight and you're golden.

Pliobond is really a type of contact cement. And it provides a solid adhesion.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

um, excuse me.

Superglue works just fine. I'm not familiar with this "pliobond". It may work well too.
You'll not find Elmer's helpful. As I mentioned earlier, superglue did the trick on my stellar Dial A Matic.
Several people can give equally useful advice in this forum,one of the very reasons for said forum.
For most of us, Crazy glue, Super glue, etc are readily available. Where does one find this wonder adhesive called "Pliobond"?
Again, best of luck with your fabulous new Hoover Convertible "Deluxe".
Upon consulting with the best expert in all things HOOVER, AND upon closer inspection of your photo, it appears that the spring is not connected to the axle, resulting in a floppy axle. And, who needs a floppy axle? No one. To remedy this, simply reconnect the spring to the axle and your height adjustment problems are a thing of the past.
Now, we must be on the lookout for your "tools".