Recent content by turbokinetic

That is possible! I have seen more than one of these with the relay bent upwards. They usually survive this if you catch it, but apparently won't go on forever like that. It also seems GE sized the overload protection a little on the large size; or possibly these require more current / heat to...

This is a 1/8 HP Freon-12 compressor from a 1950's era General Electric home refrigerator. It came from a project brought in the shop due to a punctured evaporator. After repairs were made, the compressor ran and cooled, but it was running hot and using excess current and power. The start...

Thanks! I punched the ventilation holes with a conduit knockout punch. The newer GE wall fridges had similar holes, but a little smaller. Thanks! I totally concur about doing shoddy work. Never do it, as that will ruin your reputation very quickly. I have been extremely fortunate with the...

These were from an interesting era for sure. They seem to me; better suited for a smaller kitchen such as an apartment. In the remodeling job you mentioned; I'm glad the contractor moved the working vintage appliances on to another collector as opposed to scrapping them!

Some have probably seen my post a few days ago about a yellow GE wall fridge. This is the second one in a week and it's a different unit just to be clear. (Note: here is the first thread: https://automaticwasher.org/threads/ge-wall-fridge-lw-11-repairs-this-one-was-a-mess.99213/ ) GE changed...

Thanks! I expect more of the mid-century items will be coming up for repairs as they continue to gain popularity. Again; thanks and I am happy to help. Glad you're enjoying the videos!

EDIT: There are two posts about two different wall fridges within a week, they are about two separate repairs. It's been a while since I shared a project here, due to being busy and having too many irons in the fire; as they say! Hopefully this one interests some of y'all! Things from the...

Robert; thank you for the idea to found this forum and the work which has gone into it over the years! I am glad you have found a company you feel worthy to take over and maintain the forum for all of us.  Sincerely, David

Re: reply #13 Fred; I collect and restore antique motors and industrial fans a part of this sickness we all suffer LOL. I was able to secure purchase of two 1925 BF Sturtevant exhaust fans removed from a historic theater building. They are pictured on my trailer in my previous post.   I don't...

That is unacceptable from anyone; especially from an authorized sales and installation business.     I wouldn't have commented on this other than because I have been to Chicopee a few years ago and experienced Home Depot there. I bought two salvaged antique industrial fans there. Needed to buy...

Todd; the main reason I upgraded was to get the messenger functionality and the ability to keep track of new threads and ones I participated in.   The areas which are for members only are for private or controversial things. There are people who like making a bother of themselves; but are are...

Reply #3 The Zoom Spout is just for journal bearings which have oil felts / wicks or porous bronze Oilite bearings.  For door hinges, a more viscous oil which will not drip, is better. I recommend Lucas Chain and Cable Lubricant. It is a tacky oil which is clear and clean. It will penetrate...

That is nice! I am sure it will serve for many years.  This is a very tried-and-true design. I am not sure when the first ones were made, but at least as early as the late 60's. They were sold as "Titan" milkhouse heaters. Over the years other companies have sold very nicely made "clones" with...

Would need to see the lines arrangement to understand the extra ports. That GE compressor shouldn't have an external precooler nor any other reason for extra ports. It is possible that it has more than one return line but should have only one discharge line. If the original had more than one...

GE made several versions of this compressor, of varying lengths. As far as I know all HP ratings were available in each different casing size, so that doesn't mean anything. If the compressor still has its starting components, often the start relay will be marked with the compressor HP; giving...