"Dave M" wrote in message
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If you can't find a suitable source for a replacement brush, your best
alternative is to buy a complete unit from ebay or find one at a swap
meet in your area. I've bought a number of variacs on Ebay for $15 -
$20 USD each, cheaper than a replacement brush.

I see some brushes are VERY expensive.

VBT-6 W50 3200-5906 $149
VBT-7 W50H 3200-5907 $149

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