Fixing a vacuum cleaner hose.

[Diamond_Dog]

I have a 10-year old upright vacuum cleaner that was purchased at Walmart. Am I allowed to say the brand? It starts with an S and ends with a K.

Over the years, the hose cracked open in a couple places, which Mr. Diamond repaired with some Duct tape.
Recently the hose came apart from underneath the handle. Mr. D found a replacement handle/hose assembly kit for that model vacuum online and sent away for it ($23). I had no idea they sold those but apparently they do.

He was able to replace the handle assembly this morning using just a screwdriver - I watched him do it and I think I could do it myself if I ever need it replaced again. It seemed a shame to throw away the whole vacuum since the suction is still good.

Well I just used it and it works great and I’m so happy we didn’t have to spend $168 on a new one!

[Ocelot II]

1. I'm so glad your vacuum sucks!

[Diamond_Dog]

2. Hahahaha I wondered who was going to be the first one with that comment!

Thanks Ocelot!

[mopinko]

9. i once took a vacuum to a repair shop.

can i help u?
this thing doesnt suck.

the guy cracked up and swore no 1 had ever used that joke. i’ve always suspected he was kidding, and that was his stock response, rather than rolling his eyes at a new customer.

[snowybirdie]

3. Few people these days

Ever try and fix something. So much waste! Good job!

[Diamond_Dog]

4. And so many things are impossible to fix yourself.

But we do try. TY snowybirdie!

[C Moon]

21. California passed a law (Right to Repair Act)

...requiring companies that are selling electronics that cost $50 or more:

"Requirements: Manufacturers must make available parts, tools, and documentation (like schematics and service guides) to independent repair shops and the public."

[Dunc]

5. 10 years old WOW!

Hope it lasts another ten years friend.

[Diamond_Dog]

6. Me too!

[Dunc]

7. It survived 10 years.

Amazing especially with dog hair you vacuum.

[Diamond_Dog]

10. Yes that's for sure. I can't imagine having more than 1 dog here

Sophie sheds enough hair for 2

[TommieMommy]

8. Duct tape is amazing. I use the Gorilla brand tape. Fantastic stuff

[Diamond_Dog]

11. There's an old saying

If you can’t fix it with duct tape or WD40, it ain’t worth fixin’.

[Ocelot II]

12. My vacuum hoses are also repaired with duct tape.

A corollary to that old saying is: If it moves and isn't supposed to, use duct tape; if it's supposed to move and doesn't, use WD-40.

[Diamond_Dog]

13. That makes sense!

Those two items and a couple good screwdrivers should be able to handle almost anything!

[TommieMommy]

14. I agree 👍👍

[littlemissmartypants]

15. I always try to fix things. What I can't fix I always think...

"How can I make this into art?"

Thanks for the discussion, Diamond_Dog.

❤️

[Diamond_Dog]

20. I'm terrible at sculpture so I'll have to pass on that

YW, littlemisssmartypants

[relogic]

16. You gave that carpet bruised

vacuum a second chance at at a life that sucks like djt rehabilitating his criminal allies with 2 billion slush fund.

Only difference? You got a bargain because you’re not a traitorous thief of the Peoples’ treasury.

[sprinkleeninow]

17. The Red Green Show (duct tape always the subject it seems😆)

[Old Crank]

18. It is nice to be able to do some minor repair stuff.

I just shorted the power cords on two power strips that I installed under some kitchen cabinets.
I used the corner type. But they had 5 foot cords and I only needed 18 inches. For the new plugs I used ones that are flat to the wall with little flip up holders if you want to pull them out of the wall socket without yanking on the cord.

[BeneteauBum]

19. Nice to be a Mr. or Ms. Fixit

Saves a lot of money….

Peace ☮️