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Good to hear that all is working well! You're welcome to any information/help I can offer! I love working on these old Maytag machines, and always happy when I meet another guy as enthusiastic as I am. The leak around the shifter rod (where it meets the power unit) is quite common. What I've...

Hey Mike ... Wow, I must say I'm just a little envious! No, only kidding, as I've got two nice machines myself. However, that is definitely a lucky find. Very cool that it's been in the same family all this time, and I absolutely love that it has the "Sold by Maytag Calgary" decal, since...

Kevin Fisher in Ohio... Check out the Maytag Collector's Club website ... http://www.maytagclub.com under "restoration information. Last time I ordered from him, he was getting low on stock of certain decals. He used to have the original silkscreening equipment, but no longer. Kevin Fisher...

Center plate and agitator post... too bad about that. It looks pretty bad. It'll be interesting to see if you are able to figure out a fix - if not, I have seen the entire center plate/agitator post assembly for sale on ebay in the past. If I remember correctly, however, the seller had it...

Big day tomorrow! Keep us posted! I'm sure us wringer enthusiasts would love to see pics. I'm curious as to the condition of the machine. Looks good in the one pic they posted on Kijiji.

You're welcome, Mike. Any news? Did you pick up the washer? I was looking at Alberta's Kijiji listings and saw a Model 30 in Lethbridge...is that the one? On a side note: it's interesting how Albertans seem to prefer Kijiji. Here on the west coast, most everybody uses Craigslist.

April 1934 according to the reliable source, "Maytag Conventional Washer, Volume 2". 600,000 through 634,019. April 1934. "S" series.

That all depends... I've restored some machines, mostly Maytag, that were in really rough shape, but I knew what the outcome would be, so it was worth the work. And I wanted to actually use the machine on a regular basis. It's difficult to give an assessment with just a few photos, but if the...

Here's a thought Kelly ... When you initially mentioned that the shaft is turning, I realized it must not be a problem with the safety bypass. That shaft would not turn at all if the bolt was not securely in that hole. A thought did occur to me, however. Check the operating handle itself. Is...

Value? Hello: First off (and please don't take this as condescending) - as a retailer, I'm sure you're aware the asking price can vary depending upon what a local market will bear. In some instances on Craigslist, for example, I've seen these Model E machines in good to excellent condition...

A couple of things to check... I'd make an offer based on the following: * when it's running, listen for unusual sounds indicating wear to motor or power unit (gear box) * look for signs of oil leakage * condition of rubber wringer rolls * apply wringer tension and release to check...

Which came first the Frigidaire Agi-tub or the Suzy Homemaker toy, which had the same type tub/agitator all-in-one? The toy came out in 1966. What about the Frigidaire? I was always disappointed with my toy as a kid, as I thought it should have separate agitator action! Another member here...

Neptunebob If you're referring to the back of the exhibit, I see two Model 32s, which were considered the "top of the line" before the debut of the Model E. This was an upgrade to the Model 30 and the last of the "Gray Ghost" line. Perhaps you're thinking they look smaller because they're in...

Volume One should provide more details... Does anybody have a copy of the Maytag Collector's Club "Conventional Washers Volume One"? I only have Volume Two, which doesn't cover anything in detail before the Model 70, which debuted in 1920 (offering the first cast aluminum tub). There is an...

Date is probably August 1940 According to Volume 2 of the Maytag Collector's Club manual, production of the "E" started in late October 1939. Therefore, the earliest date of the photo could be the following August, in time for the Wisconsin State Fair. Another interesting note from the manual...

Came across this fantastic photo of the Maytag exhibit at the Wisconson State Fair. Note the brand new Model E front and center! Amazing to see the variety of models available - I can make out the Model 32 square tub (differs from the Model 30 with a round wringer head) and the round tub is...

A few pics of my Zenith wringer washer... made in Duluth, MN. I'm thinking this is a circa 1948 model.

Check with Lee Maxwell... I'm fairly sure he has one (or a few) in his museum in Eaton, Colo. The company was located in Newton, Iowa, which I'm sure you already know.

Bravo! It looks fantastic! LOVE that bakelite agitator!

From the U.S. National Archives - I found this video rather entertaining, with the exception of the robot-like woman acting in it! You think she could have smiled a few times to show her enthusiasm for her wonderful, new, efficient kitchen! There are a few good shots of the range, with a...