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Post# 2957   10/23/2006 at 23:56 (6,391 days old) by bimmer740 (Long Island, New York)   |   | |
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Im attempting to rebuild the 1076 I purchased on ebay a few weeks ago. I took apart the machine, threw the bag in the washing machine and gave the machine a bath. The machine has that old vacuum smell, like it had been sitting in an unfinished basement since the begining of time. I was able to get the odor almost completely out of the bag but it still has a slight smell. I washed the base and used some dish soap. I didnt want to ruin the paint anymore than it already is, so i figured some Dawn would be ok. What does everyone else use to wash the vacs they rebuild? I was able to remove all the dirt and almost all of the smell. Is this smell something that is just a part of the machine that I should just learn to live with? I now need to rebuild the motor, replace the cord, and change the brush roller bearings. Does anyone know where I can get a genuine hoover cord for this machine? I looked on hesco for motor bearings and brushes but Im unsure which ones are correct for my machine. If anyone knows which brushes, bearings for the motor and brush roller are the correct items, i would really aprriaite it! Is it possible to purchase a new brush roller and bearings as a set? I saw a new replacement motor on hesco for $99, is that a good deal? Im also looking for a Convertible model 4103, if anyone has one they are interested in selling, please let me know. Thanks!! -Steven Sorry for so many questions but I haven't completely rebuilt a vac myself yet. This site is the best place to pick the brains of all the club members and learn from their expertise! |
Post# 2965 , Reply# 2   10/24/2006 at 01:27 (6,391 days old) by hoovercelebrity (Germany)   |   | |
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Which one is that? Late 70's, with a square handle and a blue hood/blue flowery bag? I may have an extra one that could use a good home. ~F |