GE 16" Vortalex Restoration

[@MrMrdavis98]

That fan sure does have a soothing sound to it..nice work on the restoration.

[@accordinglyryan]

I like these old fan restoration videos. Glad they're back.

[@billynage]

I enjoyed seeing this fan restoration and I think you did a beautiful job. Thank you for sharing.

[@native4329]

They sure don't make things like they used to. Seen an old fan at an antique store I wanna restore great vid and job well done!

[@qwertythecomputer02]

I can't believe that filter capacitor is still good

[@bbishoppcm]

That's not really what I was getting at; what I mean is, the capacitor should be left alone if anything; only discard safely if it's defective or if the appliance is being discarded.

[@bbishoppcm]

A faulty capacitor won't cause that; it sounds like you may have faulty windings (a possible short), OR, a faulty switch. How's the cleanliness of the motor? Is it filled with dust and/or debris?

[@fanye6801]

You've done a beautiful restoration there, well done!

[@macJC50640]

Awesome video! I'd love to see more restoration project videos like this.

[@bbishoppcm]

does the video explain it at all? I think I got some footage of the inside of the gearbox which should show how it works...

[@silverperzon]

I'm in the process of restoring a 1938 Robbins and Myers 16 in, 3 speed fan. Couple things I'd like to ask though. How did you paint the housing with the windings still in place and also if one had to change out the wiring what gauge should it be? This Vortalex came out awesome and I picked up some tips as well.

[@coehorn]

Did you powder coat the cage or spray it yourself?

[@nathanclay5798]

I just purchased my first fan, a 10” Vortalex The blades look to be okay but the hub is crushed in causing one blade to be out of alignment to the point I don’t even dare turn it on. Do you know of any sources for a replacement fan blade hub?

[@abtown11]

We have a very similar fan. Having trouble removing the two pieces surrounding the motor. Impossible to get apart. Any tips?

[@TheSLSAMG]

What kind of car did you paint the rims black on?

[@citichap]

I have the same exact fan. I found it in the trash 10 years ago. Just needed a new line cord. It is the best fan we ever had. Did you find out what year your fan was built. Was it 1949, 68 years ago! My 3 way switch is missing as well. Thats my next project. LOL

[@bbishoppcm]

Mine is a 1941 model. I recently picked up a 1949 12" version which I use while sleeping. A similar 3-way switch is still available from most hardware stores.

[@bbishoppcm]

in comparison to a pre-1920s model, the cost-cutting is very obvious! but yes, this is built using ZERO plastics and would even still outlast anything made today.

[@bbishoppcm]

no, they're perfectly safe; just don't throw them out or puncture the can.

[@MrCommodorebob]

Best intro yet

[@65bug519]

one trick I use is I buy 16 or 18 gage light duty extension cords and cut off the female end, then you have a nice cord with a new molded end for your fan

[@gustavowalther429]

I love Vorties!!❤

[@Lukeno52]

Only the very beginning of it is. That other vid was 13 minutes long.

[@bbishoppcm]

thanks burton!

[@benmacdonald1276]

im amazed, that came out really nice :D id really like to get a fan like that one day the only problem i have is i have little brothers and sisters who would more than likely cut there fingers off in it

[@catgirl_eva]

The new intro music sounds like something from Tron.

[@smarleyjoe3569]

Dang that front wire looks like it close to being inside the cage.

[@bbishoppcm]

Faulty windings IS terminal, and very dangerous. I suggest checking the motor's resistance between each wire. Contact me offline if you want to discuss this further; [e-mail].

[@bbishoppcm]

no, if it works, leave it alone.

[@bbishoppcm]

pretty much!

[@TT3LTU]

Didn't he uploaded this video before? Oh yes its the same video that he uploaded on 15th.

[@bbishoppcm]

2010 Hyundai Elantra GLS.

[@diablomix]

That is definitely not a kid friendly fan. That thing would slice a finger clean off. Kids must have been smarter back in the early 1900's

[@quangphuongbangcoiquangphu7330]

In vietnam love like 👍

[@TheMarkanthony5]

Hi there your ge vortalex fan is fabulous , i have the same model on here but im in the united kingdome so my fans are really rare in the uk.I have to run mine on a 110 volts transformer. My ge vorty will out perform any modern crap made today.just like yours. Their like a tornado by comparison of the modern same sized fans of today. My vorty runs quite cool , but my little 1924 ge whiz runs quite hot, but is fully restored got it on ebay from New york i guess some models do run hot and some not so whats your opinion you seem to know a fare bit . Oh id like to ask some thing my fans are not earthed but are running through a transformer which has a built in fuse cut out does that make it safer? You seem to know a lot about electric i dont. I just like vintage fans for their appeal and design , would be good to hear from you , check mine out lol tell me what ya thinks

[@1marcelfilms]

Dem fan so old

[@jason28w]

what am i a monk LOL