Thread Number: 1424
Test Driving the Kirby Dual Sanitronic 80 and Pictures |
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Post# 14539   6/2/2007 at 13:42 (6,172 days old) by arh1953 ( River Park, in Port St. Lucie, Florida)   |   | |
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Unlike my usual modus operandi, I took my new Kirby out of the car today and gave it a quick once over. It was re-built in October 1988 by Kirby, but from what I gather from Doug in the Singer thread, it dates to around '66-'68, so I guess I'm in the right place. The rubber ridge around the edge of the light cover is worn through in spots, the light bubble is burned out, the bag is really nice, the bumper around the floor nozzle is clean and good, the metal is relatively scar-free, and wants a good polishing. All of the green trim is excellent. I plugged it in, and it started right up with a tap of the toe. Would barely pick up the sparse litter granules and cat hair, but the rug sure lifted up. My carpet was probably 3/4 inch when new, and is a sculpted plush, was installed at least 26 years ago. I took the vacuum into the back yard and pulled the thing at the bottom of the bag loose, and presumably emptied the bag. Never had a Kirby before, so this is how I assume one does it. Took the head off, re-installed it, and after a few moments the belt started engaging again, it wasn't when I first tried it. It still doesn't really pick up yet, but when I get some feedback, that should solve some problems. Now, I shall try to get some pictures up!
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Post# 14546 , Reply# 2   6/2/2007 at 19:59 (6,171 days old) by arh1953 ( River Park, in Port St. Lucie, Florida)   |   | |
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Hi Doug, actually the rebuild was done by a previous owner to me, I just bought the thing yesterday at a thrift store. It has a sticker on the bottom from Kirby with the date 10/88 typed in. I'll keep you posted as I get into it further than I already have. Thanks for all the details you wrote today. I'll experiment tomorrow. Have a good night, Alan
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Post# 14547 , Reply# 3   6/2/2007 at 20:07 (6,171 days old) by kirbyvacuum (Long Island New York)   |   | |
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Hi Alan sorry for the rebuild mistake i guess what i ment to say was you got a good deal haveing it rebuilt in 1988. Take care Doug |
Post# 14551 , Reply# 4   6/2/2007 at 21:36 (6,171 days old) by luxg ()   |   | |
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Alan, that Dual 80 looks to be in great shape. Follow Doug's advice and you will see some great results. |
Post# 14552 , Reply# 5   6/2/2007 at 21:45 (6,171 days old) by arh1953 ( River Park, in Port St. Lucie, Florida)   |   | |
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