marcusprit
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I like a wide range of music from 60s 70s up to today and a bit of classical jazz and blues 
My Kirby G5 finally arrived!
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human
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I'm a Mother's convert...
Yeah, I got the idea the other night while watching a YouTube video of a guy using it to shine up some leaden looking cast aluminum motorcycle parts. I couldn't believe how easily he brought an old kick start pedal and a clutch/brake handle back. I figured it might just be the ticket for the G5. It really exceeded my expectations. I'll be putting wax on them this weekend.
As kind of an added bonus, I found when I was cleaning my hands afterward that I had also inadvertently shined up the silver and turquoise faux Navajo ring I was wearing.
Who would have thought I'd ever get this excited about shining up a vacuum cleaner.
Yeah, I got the idea the other night while watching a YouTube video of a guy using it to shine up some leaden looking cast aluminum motorcycle parts. I couldn't believe how easily he brought an old kick start pedal and a clutch/brake handle back. I figured it might just be the ticket for the G5. It really exceeded my expectations. I'll be putting wax on them this weekend.
As kind of an added bonus, I found when I was cleaning my hands afterward that I had also inadvertently shined up the silver and turquoise faux Navajo ring I was wearing.
Who would have thought I'd ever get this excited about shining up a vacuum cleaner.
human
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G5 before
I found a couple of 'before' pictures of the G5 from the eBay listing where I bought it. What an amazing transformation! It doesn't even look like the same machine.
I found a couple of 'before' pictures of the G5 from the eBay listing where I bought it. What an amazing transformation! It doesn't even look like the same machine.
sptyks
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It's wonderful when your Kirby looks as great as it cleans.
human
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I can't believe I never noticed this before…
I've had that G5 for almost a month and it has only just occurred to me that it has a bojacked handle. The front part and the grip at the top are correct, but the back panel has been replaced. Instead of being the proper 'cabernet' color, it's graphite gray from G4. the reason it didn't register with me is that it looks okay; in fact, it looks quite nice where the gray back panel wraps under the bottom to meet the burgundy G5 decal on the front of the handle.
I thought at first it might be an early G5 and they were just using up some random G4 parts, but the serial number suggests it was built in December 1997. putting it almost square in the middle of the G5's run.
Sure, I could spend a few extra dollars to replace it with one of the correct color, but what's the point? It looks just fine except for its mismatched cord hooks and I can live with that.
I've had that G5 for almost a month and it has only just occurred to me that it has a bojacked handle. The front part and the grip at the top are correct, but the back panel has been replaced. Instead of being the proper 'cabernet' color, it's graphite gray from G4. the reason it didn't register with me is that it looks okay; in fact, it looks quite nice where the gray back panel wraps under the bottom to meet the burgundy G5 decal on the front of the handle.
I thought at first it might be an early G5 and they were just using up some random G4 parts, but the serial number suggests it was built in December 1997. putting it almost square in the middle of the G5's run.
Sure, I could spend a few extra dollars to replace it with one of the correct color, but what's the point? It looks just fine except for its mismatched cord hooks and I can live with that.
KirbyG4Vacuum
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My Kirby G3 tech drive clicks when I push it in neutral when its off. Does anyone know how to solve this problem?
human
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See Reply #11
I believe the answer you seek is contained in reply #11 above. There's a YouTube video showing how to replace the unit and a link to a Web page with the procedure for repairing it.
I believe the answer you seek is contained in reply #11 above. There's a YouTube video showing how to replace the unit and a link to a Web page with the procedure for repairing it.
human
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Here's another link for replacing the bracket cam assembly:
http://www.goodvac.com/kb_results.asp?ID=16
http://www.goodvac.com/kb_results.asp?ID=16
human
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Taking the plunge...
After reading through the procedures and watching a few YouTube videos, I've decided I'm ready to tear into my G5's Tech Drive, which is by far the noisiest of the three machines I have. The dumpster G6 is by far the quietest and the Goodwill G6 makes just the slightest clicking sound when I pull it backward with the drive in neutral. It probably just needs adjusting. The G5 will be getting a new bracket cam assembly and drive belt while I've got it apart. The parts should be here in a few days. I'll let you know how it goes.
The ridiculous thing is I now have a whole lot more money sunk into this G5 than I do in both of my G6's combined. Were I more sane, I would have simply retired it to the barn as a parts donor. I guess the only way to rationalize it is to convince myself the knowledge I'm gaining as I fix it up is priceless.
After reading through the procedures and watching a few YouTube videos, I've decided I'm ready to tear into my G5's Tech Drive, which is by far the noisiest of the three machines I have. The dumpster G6 is by far the quietest and the Goodwill G6 makes just the slightest clicking sound when I pull it backward with the drive in neutral. It probably just needs adjusting. The G5 will be getting a new bracket cam assembly and drive belt while I've got it apart. The parts should be here in a few days. I'll let you know how it goes.
The ridiculous thing is I now have a whole lot more money sunk into this G5 than I do in both of my G6's combined. Were I more sane, I would have simply retired it to the barn as a parts donor. I guess the only way to rationalize it is to convince myself the knowledge I'm gaining as I fix it up is priceless.
human
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Success!
I just got finished putting the new bracket cam assembly into the G5. It was easier than I expected, although I had a little bit of trouble putting it back together. The bar that connects the power switch pedal to the internal switch came loose inside as I was putting it back together so I had to take it apart a second time, then I didn't notice on the subsequent attempt at putting it together that the direction fork didn't line up on its little pivot, so I had to partially drop the transmission a third time to get that straightened out. After that, it went together okay and the little clicking sound is no more. Thanks to all who pointed me in the direction of that solution.
I just got finished putting the new bracket cam assembly into the G5. It was easier than I expected, although I had a little bit of trouble putting it back together. The bar that connects the power switch pedal to the internal switch came loose inside as I was putting it back together so I had to take it apart a second time, then I didn't notice on the subsequent attempt at putting it together that the direction fork didn't line up on its little pivot, so I had to partially drop the transmission a third time to get that straightened out. After that, it went together okay and the little clicking sound is no more. Thanks to all who pointed me in the direction of that solution.
suckolux
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We learn as we screw it up! Will check all that for sure next time!
human
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Very true. I always expect a learning curve whenever I attempt something like that for the first time. That's why I like to get parts for my cars from u-pull-it type junk yards. I can learn a lot about how a part goes onto my car by taking it off the donor car without having to worry about messing anything up.
human
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The noise is back
So I ran the G5 a little while ago, first time since I installed the bracket cam assembly and the Ultimate G bag assembly. The good news is it runs better than ever with the improved airflow of the newer style mini-emptor. When engaged, the Tech Drive works great. Everything is smooth as silk. The N/D pedal even has a more positive and precise feel to it than before. I did put a spot of white lithium grease on the two points where the bracket cam assembly makes contact with other moving parts. The old assembly didn't show any signs of undue wear and neither did the visible gears. I say all that because the bad news is the noise is back when pushing the machine with the Tech Drive in neutral. It's not so much a clicking sound as one akin to a fishing reel (especially the old Mitchell reels my grandparents used to use) when there's a fish on the line and it's pulling the drag. Annoying, but I guess I can live with it as long as it's not hurting anything. It isn't hurting anything, right?
So I ran the G5 a little while ago, first time since I installed the bracket cam assembly and the Ultimate G bag assembly. The good news is it runs better than ever with the improved airflow of the newer style mini-emptor. When engaged, the Tech Drive works great. Everything is smooth as silk. The N/D pedal even has a more positive and precise feel to it than before. I did put a spot of white lithium grease on the two points where the bracket cam assembly makes contact with other moving parts. The old assembly didn't show any signs of undue wear and neither did the visible gears. I say all that because the bad news is the noise is back when pushing the machine with the Tech Drive in neutral. It's not so much a clicking sound as one akin to a fishing reel (especially the old Mitchell reels my grandparents used to use) when there's a fish on the line and it's pulling the drag. Annoying, but I guess I can live with it as long as it's not hurting anything. It isn't hurting anything, right?
hooverjedilord
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the back panel has been replaced....
The lower cord hook on the G5 is notorious for snapping, it's probably something to do with the colour used as the g4 cordhook was stronger, this is why a lot of g5s have a replacement (usually g4) back section to the handle. I suggest staying with the assembly you've got, more durable than a genuine g5 one.
The lower cord hook on the G5 is notorious for snapping, it's probably something to do with the colour used as the g4 cordhook was stronger, this is why a lot of g5s have a replacement (usually g4) back section to the handle. I suggest staying with the assembly you've got, more durable than a genuine g5 one.
human
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I have no intention of changing that handle back. It works just fine and it doesn't look bad. That G5 has evolved into an 'inter-generational' machine with its G4 handle back, Sentria style brush roll and Ultimate G bag assembly. It's definitely not all original but that's okay. Except for the aforementioned noise in the Tech Drive, it works just as well as a new one.
