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Epoxy damaged Electrolux wheels
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Post# 392375   5/26/2018 at 14:40 (2,132 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)        

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Has anyone ever tried to reattach broken wheels using epoxy? I used it on a power nozzle mounting lug once and it seemed to be stronger than before. However, it seems like a wheel would experience more stress.

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Post# 392377 , Reply# 1   5/26/2018 at 14:51 (2,132 days old) by huskyvacs (Gnaw Bone, Indiana)        

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If it was any other part of the wheel, maybe. But I don't think a break like that can be fixed, as that's right at the axle joint. It would just continue to break over and over since its a constantly moving part. You can likely 3D-print a new wheel though if none can be found since its plastic.

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Post# 392442 , Reply# 2   5/28/2018 at 15:34 (2,130 days old) by fantomfan57 (Central Texas)        
Robert,

excellent advice, I have used liquid crazy glue (not gel) on a whole host of strong lasting repairs.

G.


Post# 392450 , Reply# 3   5/28/2018 at 20:17 (2,130 days old) by sailorbenjamin (West Kingston)        

Try glueing them just around the rim of the break to make them leak proof. When that dries, backfill the whole thing with epoxy, maybe mixed with some sawdust or West System Microfibers if you can get them.
If they're G class I might have some extras.


Post# 392651 , Reply# 4   6/1/2018 at 18:06 (2,126 days old) by Rowdy141 (United Kingdom)        

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If you have the Plastic Axles for the wheels, I would Superglue them then completely infill the inside and outside spaces with Epoxy Resin Glue.


What about Threaded Tubing?
Threaded on the outside, smooth on the inside. Model shops sell this.
Remove Hub Cap (four tabs).
Insert length of Threaded Tubing through the hole in the wheel.
Large Washer and two shallow Nuts (locked together) on the outside - Masked by Hub Cap.
Large Washer and two shallow Nuts (locked together) on the inside - Hidden by wheel recess.
Wheel spins freely, gently sandwiched between the Washers.
Slide Tubing onto Axle. Secure with Epoxy.


Post# 392652 , Reply# 5   6/1/2018 at 18:12 (2,126 days old) by Rowdy141 (United Kingdom)        

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Something like this Lamp-Fixing (Threaded Rod) comes with shallow nuts.
Would that work on your axle?

www.lampspares.co.uk/bras...


Post# 392654 , Reply# 6   6/1/2018 at 18:19 (2,126 days old) by Rowdy141 (United Kingdom)        

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Or a Rod Coupling?
www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Prod...

Thread the Axel.
Screw on the Coupler.
Add a large Washer.
Then the Wheel.
Secured with a Pan-Head Screw (M10) and Serrated Locking-Washer.
Hidden by the Hub Cap.


Post# 392705 , Reply# 7   6/2/2018 at 17:46 (2,125 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)        

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Thanks for all the suggestions! I tried epoxy (JB Weld) and seems pretty sold. Although, I stupidly epoxied the rear wheel upside down! Quite embarrassing! I guess I can try breaking the seam and try again!


Post# 392815 , Reply# 8   6/4/2018 at 19:10 (2,123 days old) by papasvacs (Lauderdale Lakes, FL)        
I FOUND BRAND NEW REPLACEMENT PARTS......

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...for my Lux, model G.

 

I ordered 2 new replacement wheels for my G from

eVacuum Store:

 

Support@evacuumstore.com, Located at 86A Morse Street,Norwood, MA 02062,  

their phone number is 866-972-VACS (8227)

 

I ordered:

Electrolux Vacuum Model G Wheel  SKU LUXREP-LX-1, Manufacturer Part # LX-1,EXR-7107

 

The had a list price of $9.99

I ordered 2 and got a discount of $6.00 so my net cost was $13.98

 

The wheels are white but they fit and are brand new.

 

Hope this information is a help.

 

Greg

 

 

 

 


Post# 392876 , Reply# 9   6/5/2018 at 20:08 (2,122 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)        
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Thank you for the intel!



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