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    New to the club, Help

    Toward the top of each section (eg Imperial), there's a box to search. Using Chrome and Firefox, I am unable to search. Specifically, I get a new Google window, but no results appear (see attached screen shot) However, I can search archives this way. To find Maytag, I type this address line...
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    Tub bearing on Kenmore 28102 HE top loader

    Thanks. Good luck and keep us posted!
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    Tub bearing on Kenmore 28102 HE top loader

    How old is your Kenmore? How many loads per week have you run? Any idea as to why the bearing failed?
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    What Year Is This Whirlpool? Specs and Problems?

    Thanks. I read another post about Maytag's Newton and orbital transmissions. Which transmission type does this Whirlpool use?
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    What Year Is This Whirlpool? Specs and Problems?

    Listed on craigslist for a great price (free) Whirlpool Heavy Duty (per panel) Despite the poor photo, the tub is gray (porcelain?) Model Number LA7000XSW0 Serial Number C72107767 According to the serial number, Appliance 411 says it was made in May 1977 or 1987 in Clyde, Ohio What year...
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    A List of the Best Washers and Dryers? Parts Vendors

    I have extra space in my house and would like to have a couple of vintage washers and dryers. On craigslist, there are sometimes freebies, but they're damaged and I would need to make an quick decisions whether to get them. The time involved is faster than the response time from forum members...
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    A List of the Best Washers and Dryers? Parts Vendors

    Thanks. I'm reviewing the archives and am learning a lot. I haven't found anything yet about arcane websites for parts. Any leads?
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    A List of the Best Washers and Dryers? Parts Vendors

    I'm all ears! What are your favorites, goatfarmer?
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    Beautiful Blue Imperial Dryer

    It's absolutely beautiful! Is it gas or electric? What is the approximate production date?
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    Good washer and dryer

    Congrats! I can't wait to see photos
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    A List of the Best Washers and Dryers? Parts Vendors

    I've seen individual recommendations for and against particular brands and models on posts. But I haven't found a list of the best (and worst) models. Anyone have a link or can create such a list that also explains what makes them great? Also, there was a great link to...
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    1977 Frigidaire 1-18 "thumper" washer is home now...

    Nice washer! Where did you order the fabric softener from?
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    1994 ge washer dryer set

    That's a nice set! Would someone clarify which models and production dates for GE washers and dryers are good to have? With Whirlpool and Speed Queen, can you change out control boards easily, even if they look different? Thanks!
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    1996 Maytag Dependable Care squeal during agitation only

    Great! Was there a straight pin or other foreign body in the pump? Does anyone know why the sound is limited to the last couple minutes of agitation?
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    Kenmore Portable Washer Shakes Excessively

    Thanks thomasortega referenced the motor counterweight: "Also check if the motor counterweight is on it's place.... if it falls, the motor weigh causes an unbalance." How do I check the motor and the drum counterweight?
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    Kenmore Portable Washer Shakes Excessively

    I removed the top and found that all four washer suspension straps (#22 in the diagram below) were missing. I think that a new suspension strap will connect to the inside wire of the washer suspension rod (#23, below). However, there's no bolt hole for the suspension strap to attach to the...
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    Kenmore Portable Washer Shakes Excessively

    Thanks. How do I check the motor for an intact counter-weight?
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    kenmore direct drive lint

    Thanks, John L. What year and starting with what model did Whirlpool convert from spin and dry to neutral drain? Also, is there an easy way to determine if a particular unit has neutral drain?
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    Good washer and dryer

    Thanks, askolover. Which type of transmission did the Maytag Performa use? What other parts were inferior? Thanks!
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