We have not had a Vacuums Wanted thread lately

[panasonicvac]

I still got like about 150+ vacuums that I would like to get. However, this time I'm just sharing about what I saw recently and what I really want to get.

First one is this Simplicity Symmetry Premium with No Tools onboard. One of the first and rarest symmetry models that were ever made. Love that green color and I like the fact that this does not have a telescoping wand which I'm not a fan of.

And last is this Sharp Twin Energy which is just like my blue one but with no electronics on this. This one I didn't really want to get but this one caught my attention because I didn't know Sharp made this model in this particular color and now I wonder if there are anymore Sharps that were also green because I'm still figuring out what Sharp vacuum it was from our old cabin.

 

[human]

You know what, even though there are a lot of cool vacuum cleaners out there, examples of which I do not own, I have to face reality. I have a very small house with only two carpeted rooms and Persian rugs in a couple of others, yet I own 16 vacuum cleaners. What time does that Vacuholics Anonymous meeting start? I really can't justify acquiring any more machines and ideally, I should get rid of some that I presently have. With that in mind, I have decided that I won't be acquiring any additional machines unless:

1. It's such a stupidly good deal that I just can't force myself to pass it up (like the Electrolux Diamond J I got at Goodwill for $10 last fall) and;

2. I part with at least one machine that I presently own in order to make room for it.

Short of that, I'll just have to content myself playing with the toys I already have. What's really scary is that this insanity has really come over me in the past three years.

 

[tolivac]

I haven't bought any vacuums lately-but appliances "related" to vacuums---How bout two sewing machines?A Bernina and a Jukie.Like them a lot-they work really well!You can even use the Jukie without the foot pedal-there is a speed control fader and stop-start button on the control panel-works surprisingly well.The Jukie can cut the threads at the end of a sewing run.NICE!!!

 

[kirbyclassiciii]

UPDATE FOR 2020

My list of most-wanted vacuums for 2020:
Kirby 3C and/or 4C
Kirby 505
Kirby 510
Kirby 513, 514 and/or 515
Kirby 516 and/or 517
Kirby Dual Sanitronic 50
Kirby Janitronic
American Lincoln Super-Sweep (Irish green, 1969-1972)
American Lincoln Super-Sweep (Army green, 1972-1979)
American Lincoln Super-Sweep 180 (white/blue, 1979-1982)
Kirby COMVAC CV1300
Royal 311 Heavy Duty Commercial (series F / 4.5 amp)
Royal 606 Heavy Duty Commercial (series H or I / 5.4 amp)
Royal 608 Heavy Duty Commercial (series G or H / 5.4 amp)
Royal 611 Heavy Duty Commercial (series I / 5.4 amp)
Royal 618 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 620 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 660 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 662 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 680 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 682 Heavy Duty Commercial
Royal 888 Prestige (series F or G / 5.4 amp)
Electro-Hygiene 980 (series F or G / 5.4 amp)
Galaxie Prestige 990 (series F or G / 5.4 amp)

~Ben

 

[KirbyCollector01]

My Current Want list as of December 2019

(The Kirbys are must finds for me)
Kirby:
Wireless Vacuette
Vacuette Electric
Scott Fetzer Sanitation System
Kirby C/R
Kirby 2C/2R
Kirby 3C/3R
Kirby 4C/4R
Kirby 505
Kirby 562
American Lincoln
Comvac 1300 & 1600

Aerus:
Electrolux 1205
Aerus LUX Guardian Platinum

Rexair:
Rainbow E2 Series (any)

Hoover:
Hoover Model 0
Hoover Convertible Model 69
Hoover Convertible Model 70
Hoover Convertible Model 1060
Hoover Convertible Model 1070
Imported Juniors and Seniors from the UK

Airway:
Airway Sanitizer 88

 

[lesinutah]

List

1. 1970s Kirby/American Lincoln super sweep. It has white handle.
2. Vacuette, model c, utility vac from Kirby any would suffice.
3. A 508 curdouroy original bag.
4 1970s straight suction royal vacuum.
5. An early era Franz premier
6. 1920s Birtman airway
7. Late 1980s early 90s royal power team with power nozzle that has 12 amps.
8. This one is debatable but a 16 inch sanitaire blue body. I'd put 8.5 amp motor in it.
Les

 

[gregvacs28]

I can honestly say I want for nothing- vacuum wise anyway.

I've either had, or currently have what I need.

It's a weird feeling.

In fairness, in my vacuum collecting career I've had at least 150 machines.

 

[tolivac]

At this point--out of space.And very old vacuums and other appliances are rare here-Land of Rust and haul to the dump.

 

[jrdavis]

....

eureka challenger

 

[jrdavis]

forgot some

ge model 69
ge av5
eureka model a/1
someone to fix my wireless vacuette
straight suction nozzle for kirby 1c

 

[hoover300]

Antique Eurekas (any)
Early Kirby C with brass tag
Kirby 508
Western Electric Sturtevant lawn mower handle style upright
Star Rite handheld
Polar cub Upright
Liberty upright (clements)
Ell Dee upright (clements)
Day Fan handheld
Birtman (any)
Kirby Heritage 84

BTW, KirbyClassicIII, I have a working 517 project machine if you want. If interested, email me at [email protected]
~K

 

[lesinutah]

Fix

I could fix your Kirby vacuette. I'd be happy to. I'm not joking. I have a 1920s royal a 1920s p a geier handvac, 1932 premier hand vac. I know alot about Kirby's and I know people who would help.
I'm throwing it out there.
Les

 

[jrdavis]

Les-

I would sure appreciate any help. it needs new ball bearings. is this possible?

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

Let me look into it. The bearings are they for wheels, motor.
Les

 

[jrdavis]

....

the motor

 

[lesinutah]

Motor

The motor bearings shouldn't need replaced. Once you access them if bearing is open spray the ball bearings. I usually use car electronic cleaner. It doesn't ruin anything and it cleans off places I wouldn't want wet.
You then oil and try to spin the bearings. You do it 3 or 4 times bearings will be good as new. I would lastly grease the bearings pack it in so grease stays in bearings.
Les

 

[jrdavis]

Les-

the ball bearings are gone

 

[lesinutah]

Hey

Email me at [email protected].
I could help better there. Just put vacuette in subject.
Les

 

[vacman101]

I'll offer up to $100 or more if somebody can find these

My want list is short thanks my my excessive thrifting.

All i want is :
A Kenmore Let's Clean vacuum (like the one in the picture)
A Dirt Devil Deluxe
Any old Shark/Euro-Pro uprights

 

[jrdavis]

awesome

I haven't seen one of those "Let's Clean" Kenmores in years! I remember taking one to show and tell when I was in the first grade. It was brand new