What Works:
Ed:
The KDS-55 was the portable/convertible version of the built-in KDS-15, which is more like 1965-67 (if anyone knows exact years better than I do, please jump in, but I think those are the years of production). Most parts are interchangeable between the KDS-55 and KDS-15, except for certain cabinet and door parts, and of course, the hose/connector assembly.
The KDS-15 turns up fairly often, even today; several have been offered here. At least one of the ones offered went begging.
You should be able to come up with a donor machine in a reasonable length of time if you just keep your eyes open. Being willing to bear some shipping cost will drastically increase your chances of finding one sooner rather than later.
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