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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    filtrol 160 bpetersxx: Hey, this looks good, but $ 140 ??? Whew. Better read the patent on THAT one. Easy enough to build ... it's a bag filter suspended in a 'screw top' bottle. A 'goes into' and a 'goes out of' port.. Pretty basic. THANKS. / ng0n
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    Dryer Dryness Sensor Issues

    Lady K and MT sensors - attn: Combo52 Combo52: Thanks for the info on The LADY K sensor. I have included a pic of it for any interested parties. Notice the 'outboard' metal strip is MISSING ! The Maytag Dryer model number is: DG410 Series 01. Thanks for any clues on how to fix IT...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Color vs. White - I'm a color man too. MickeyD: I also LOVE color washers. Turquoise ROCKS. The Ladys came with the wife :) They were her mom's and they are SWEET. Nice to have them back on line, quiet, no leaks, no problems. AND THE PRICE WAS RIGHT. $ 30 for the dryer rebuild, $ 20 for...
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    Dryer Dryness Sensor Issues

    Gentlemen: I have 2 dryers, neither of which works in the 'automatic' or 'sensor' mode (set 'amount of dryness' required rather than a timed cycle). Dryers: 1. 1972 Lady Kenmore. While replacing the belt, idler and rollers, I noticed a strange triangular protuberance from the back, inside...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Exhaust Water Lint Filtering ... Combo52: You make some statements that I need clarification on. Lint will help clean the pipes ? Explain. Also, 2x as much lint with self cleaning lint filters in washer as without ? Again, explain. Our washers are in the basement, right above the 4" pipe...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Thanks Mickeyd ! Mickeyd: Thanks for the note. It's nice when a project goes right and also nice to get the 'pat on the back' for it. :) Now, to learn about dryer sensors.... We have 2 dryers, the Lady and a Maytag. Neither one seems to work correctly when run on a 'sensor' type cycle...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Lint Filters on the 'water exhaust' hose ?? Gentlemen: There must be a better way to 'final filter' lint from a washing machine !! Is there some kind of 'device' or cleanable screen that one can attach to the 'OUT' hose to capture the lint ? It would be REUSABLE, cleanable. These...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    The Ladys Close Ups (1972 Lady Kenmore Twins) Here are the pictures (see link) of the restored '72 lady Kenmore Twins. I have included pictures of the old lint filter and the new OLD STYLE lint filter that Gordon sourced for me. Ebay. Found one 20 minutes from my house ! Just went and...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Follow Up - Making Progress Gentlemen: Apparently when I pulled the console to tighten up the function dial on it's shaft, the wiggling of connections has restored the HOT WATER on COTTONS WHITE !?!? The Lady is happy for the attention. Following Kevin's procedure I got HOT with Selective...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    Thanks VERY much you guys INCREDIBLE ! LOVE the video ! You guys are the BEST. Now that I can open the top I'll be able to trace the leak easily. The leak and the possible need for a new mixing valve and the possible leak in the lint filter are the only problems I'm aware of with this washer...
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    1972 Lady Kenmore questions ..

    I'm reviving my wife's mom's 1972 Lady Kenmore Washer and Dryer. I have the washer running but it leaks when pumping out the tub (no leak when filling or washing), possibly from the lint filter (conical plastic thing). Questions: 1. How do I take the top off this washer ? (I've had the...
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