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Launderess The sewing machine in that video is a Singer 201. Supposedly the finest sewing machine Singer ever made. And about the Featherweight -- I was being given one, and they put it in their driveway about 15 minutes before I arrived. It was gone by the time I got there. Unbelievably...

I found this dryer for sale, and I am wondering if anyone knows a year of manufacture and whether it would be reliable. GE Dryer Model #GTDP490ED3WS; Serial #AD735581A. This would be for my sister, who had bad experiences with computer boards on her washer and dryer, and is looking for models...

Thanks for the suggestion! The Rapid Washer looks very interesting, although its longevity of use with my daughter is a big question mark. Still, I am intrigued and will give it a try! Laundress -- have you had any problems with clothing snagging on the metal? Or with the metal rusting...

I am looking to add a device to wash small loads (i.e. teenage daughter needs outfit washed ASAP), and was at first considering the new LA Poseidon top load agitator. I already have a spin dryer, and thought I could pair them and create a pseudo twin tub. But then I started looking at the...

Thanks for all of your input! I did find out that this washer has been in a single person household for the past 25 years (that's when she bought the house). Plus, it's free! And the parts needed for the repair are not expensive. So, I think I will give it a go and see what happens. If...

What are everyone's thoughts on this washer becoming a daily driver? It's not in my possession (yet), but seems to be in pretty good shape. The only known problem is with the agitation not being as forceful on a full load (this was told to me by the current owner -- I haven't seen the washer...

Thanks I thought that might be the situation. I will try again to see if she will consider vintage. I know that's what I would prefer, but she's fixated on new.

Are there any new mechanical timer washers & dryers being sold? My sister has decided she is done with the short lifespan of the computer boards on her machines and is looking to buy a new set, but wants mechanical timers on both. I know some models look like they have a mechanical timer, but...

This stove is on Freecycle in Northern New Jersey. Not much information about it, except that it was in their house in San Francisco, and that it is now taken apart. https://www.freecycle.org/posts/89953660

Niagara washer from Laundry Alternative? It sounds like a Niagara washing machine might be what you're looking for. I have never used one, so can't comment based on experience, but I hear that they are compact and can wash a queen sized comforter. The biggest issue for you would be that they...

Looks like someone is selling the equipment from a laundromat in Newark NJ. Says it's 20 years old. No photos. https://newjersey.craigslist.org/app/d/newark-used-laundromat-equipment/7406669789.html

Washer cord It looks like the washer power cord is cut, with white tape wrapped around the ends. Am I seeing that correctly?

They hate being in the cold and the trip home from the store is often enough exposure to cold weather to cause them to drop their leaves. We have had the most success with buying on mild days and heading straight home from the store.