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Thread Number: 5331
Using a "brand new in the box" Kirby 519 today ... or is there a better way? |
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| Post# 59327 1/27/2009 at 20:24 (5,567 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
Hello! We are the happy owners of a very unique Kirby 519. It's the complete package with all accessories, and all of it is mint in the box and never used. All the wrapping paper is still on everything! We bought this from the estate of a Kirby dealer and we've owned it for five years, but we've never used it. We wanted to wait until we moved to our vintage "dream home" where we'd then be able to use the perfect vacuum for it! Now is that time. We're in our "new" 1957 home and want to retire the 1995 Simplicity that's been our primary vacuum for so long. We're open to anything and just want to find a good solution, a vacuum that can handle all the varied tasks that we need it for. I looked at the new Dyson that everyone is talking about and I must say that I was turned off by the all-plastic design. Then I looked at our old Kirby and thought, "why don't we use this? Everything else in our house is vintage!" So I have two questions for the board: 1. If we use this Kirby, is there a recommended conversion kit so that we can use disposable bags? The Kirby saleswoman I talked to said that my 519 was incompatible with the kit she was selling. I heard there's a kit out there for $30 or so, but I can't seem to find it. 2. Is there a better solution for us out there? We love vintage things in general and prefer them over what's new today. If there was a brand-new vacuum that was better than the old models, we'd consider it. But our Kirby just looks so nice and can do so many different things. What do you experts think? We're very happy to have found this board and we look forward to all of your advice! | ||
| Post# 59329 , Reply# 2 1/27/2009 at 20:47 (5,567 days old) by petek (Ontario) | ||
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I wouldn't use it.. I would just have it on display as if it was being used so you can show it off to friends etc.. Once you use it it's never gonna be "new" again. | ||
| Post# 59333 , Reply# 4 1/27/2009 at 21:10 (5,567 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS) | ||
Hello and welcome. I agree with useing the Heritage convertion and I also agree with not useing the vintage vacuum but rather looking at it insted. If you like the Kirby then maybe you might look into buying a reconditioned G series model. They are great cleaners and are built to last a lifetime. I too have a 519 but it has been used hard and still works very well. However I don't use it. | ||
| Post# 59334 , Reply# 5 1/27/2009 at 21:11 (5,567 days old) by kirbyvertibles (Independence, KS) | ||
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| Post# 59338 , Reply# 6 1/27/2009 at 21:39 (5,567 days old) by luxg () | ||
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Welcome Marie, have to agree with others, just keep the Kirby for display. If you really want to use a vintage vacuum there are many of them available. What types of flooring will you be cleaning in your "new" home? | ||
Post# 59598 , Reply# 9 1/31/2009 at 08:19 (5,563 days old) by vinvac  (Dubuque IA) |
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Pictures would be great! I have a differing opinion about not using your vacuum. If you don't use it, I think at least it should be run several times a year to keep the grease in the bearings good, the hose should be moved around so as not to get stiff. I purchased one of the vault machines from Hoover. The gentleman I purchased it from had all ready re-greased all the bearings. I do not use the machine for daily cleaning, but do run it about everything three months just to keep it in shape. The hose is all ready showing signs of wear, just from lack of use. The cord winder is also slow as the cord is becoming brittle, just from lack of use. The machine will dull regardless of use depending on the air quality and dampness it may experience. You can keep the machine in great condition and still use it to some degree.... I just couldn't stand looking at it...I would have to use it some. But that is just me. LOL Morgan | ||
| Post# 60523 , Reply# 11 2/15/2009 at 14:13 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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Hi everyone! First of all, thanks to all of you for all the tips and responses. I apologize for the delay in reply. Yes, the Kirby came out of a rambling ranch in North Olmsted on the west side of Cleveland. My husband remembers that there was a lot of other Kirby-related memorabilia there, and a few other vacuums, but we didn't have the vacuum "bug" yet so unfortunately we didn't get any of that other stuff. My husband is in favor of keeping the 519 unused as display (and maybe turning it on once in a while and moving the hose), but I really wanted to use it. I kind of still do. It's so nice! And we need a good vacuum badly (our Simplicity is on a death watch!), but if we can find something else I might consider it. (My husband is really pressuring me to "keep it mint" ... is anyone out there on *my* side? :) But seriously, we finally took some pictures and I will post them shortly. | ||
| Post# 60524 , Reply# 12 2/15/2009 at 14:33 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60525 , Reply# 13 2/15/2009 at 14:34 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60526 , Reply# 14 2/15/2009 at 14:35 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60527 , Reply# 15 2/15/2009 at 14:36 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60528 , Reply# 16 2/15/2009 at 14:37 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60529 , Reply# 17 2/15/2009 at 14:38 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60530 , Reply# 18 2/15/2009 at 14:39 (5,548 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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| Post# 60550 , Reply# 19 2/15/2009 at 16:42 (5,548 days old) by pr-21 (Middletown, OH) | ||
Great find | ||
| Post# 60561 , Reply# 20 2/15/2009 at 17:35 (5,548 days old) by brandon_w_t () | ||
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its so perfect! wow I am drooling!!! Oh its just beautiful! | ||
| Post# 62304 , Reply# 21 3/11/2009 at 21:42 (5,524 days old) by brandon_w_t () | ||
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so hows it going? Maybe I can revive this thread. Did you ever decide to use it? I am getting a LIKE new 518. All original down to the bag, belt, and brush and cord! Im just hoping that it will look like this vacuum! | ||
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Post# 62323 , Reply# 22 3/11/2009 at 23:17 (5,524 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640) |
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I have 2 Kirby cleaners | ||
| Post# 62356 , Reply# 23 3/12/2009 at 15:37 (5,523 days old) by kirbyvacuum (Long Island New York) | ||
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Kirby Bag Hi Marie if i had that beauty i would leave it alone. Be sure you will lose the value and for sure spoil the looks. a few weeks ago got a 519 looks very nice i would never change the bag. I am sure if you looked around you could get another Kirby that you could change. So please keep it the way it is . Take care Doug | ||
| Post# 62363 , Reply# 24 3/12/2009 at 16:47 (5,523 days old) by brandon_w_t () | ||
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not going to I really doubt she would EVER change the bag. I would not know why you would | ||
| Post# 63472 , Reply# 25 3/22/2009 at 13:02 (5,513 days old) by moderncleveland (Cleveland) | ||
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Brandon, We decided to keep it unused and in the package! You guys are right on here that great vacuums with minor use can be had cheaply (we're going to show our latest in a second). So it seems a shame to put this one to use. We're still holding onto it and not really sure what to do just yet (got several offers to buy it), but we know we're not going to "un-mint" it any time soon... Marie | ||
| Post# 63479 , Reply# 26 3/22/2009 at 13:12 (5,513 days old) by brandon_w_t () | ||
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keep it The best way to protect it is to keep it. If you sell it, it will get used. | ||
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Post# 301003 , Reply# 27 10/7/2014 at 23:45 (3,488 days old) by KirbyClassicIII (Milwaukie, Oregon) |
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moderncleveland | ||
| Post# 301039 , Reply# 28 10/8/2014 at 11:01 (3,487 days old) by dysonman1 (the county) | ||
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Post# 301075 , Reply# 29 10/8/2014 at 16:55 (3,487 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles) |
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| Post# 301099 , Reply# 30 10/8/2014 at 20:48 (3,487 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center) | ||
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| Post# 301116 , Reply# 31 10/8/2014 at 23:17 (3,487 days old) by compactc9guy (Bathurst NB) | ||
i would use it once i na while
I cant keep a vacuum just sitting there for to long i have to take it out put it together and use it. All my vacuums get a run every few months, of course my compact electra c9 is my daily driver and works wonders .My newly acquired electrolux model zb 86 was fully rebuilt and is now near mint i cant help but use it and vacuum whit it just to nice but that is just my opinion . i do put all my vacuums in the same room temperature is control and check often not to cold not to hot not to humid hose are put away properly ect .
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| Post# 301201 , Reply# 32 10/9/2014 at 16:03 (3,486 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center) | ||
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| Post# 301226 , Reply# 33 10/9/2014 at 17:52 (3,486 days old) by kirbyrama (Pennsylvania) | ||
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Perhaps The original gray and red cord had dryrotted with age and was unsafe to use. | ||
| Post# 301341 , Reply# 34 10/10/2014 at 16:06 (3,485 days old) by beerad (Beautiful Vancouver BC) | ||
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Wow That is one beautiful Kirby Is it possible to post a pic of the hose and tools together ? | ||
| Post# 301490 , Reply# 35 10/11/2014 at 18:06 (3,484 days old) by kirby519 (Wisconsin) | ||
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I noticed the cord as well. What a beautifull machine. My grandmothers first Kirby was a model 519. And how I loved that machine. Oh how I would like a new in the box unused 519 to remember her by. I do have one for restoration and hope to be able to do that some time soon. | ||
| Post# 301498 , Reply# 36 10/11/2014 at 19:16 (3,484 days old) by kirbyloverdan (Egg Harbor Twp . NJ aka HOOVERLOVERDAN ❤️) | ||
Wow a 5  | ||
| Post# 301504 , Reply# 37 10/11/2014 at 19:34 (3,484 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center) | ||
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