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John, I have no idea what the voltage is coming out of the wall or how to test it. What a nice little pair this is, despite the grate issue. Bobby in Boston

Here is what happens in this SQ every couple years- the grate starts to discolor, then the metal literally starts to deteriorate. I took a few pics of the vent run. A few too many turns, for a total of about 10 feet. All clean with no blocked vent cap. Bobby in Boston

Hi All: Is this related to a burned grate screen on the back of the drum? I have replaced my electric SQ grate twice because within a couple years it starts to turn brown and disintegrate, catching the clothes. The duct is perfectly clean, but the run is about 10 feet with a couple turns...

Has anyone discussed these newer plastic body timers? I was surprised to find how many manufacturers and models used them. Unless you read the fine print on the back of the timer, the DIY repairperson will be stumped in removing the timer knob. Knob removal instructions are in small print on...

It is unfortunate that plastic gets brittle and breaks. It will only be a matter of time before the lugs on the plastic timer shaft break off. The timer shaft has quite a stiff resistance when pushing and pulling the knob.

It is an FSP part. I ordered it on ebay.

New timer knob installed I ordered a few different knobs for plastic press fit timer shafts to see what worked best. I found this particular grey one works well, replacing the NLA original. The other one that fit well was from the latest Frigidaire top loader, but it looked like a lollipop on...

That's a testimony to todays quality Jack. I'm still stumped as to getting a replacement. I'm going to analyze some repair scenarios this weekend. I'll let you know what I come up with and if it works. Thank God for the old Maytag, still going strong. Bobby in Boston

Thank you so much John. I'll try the epoxy trick first. All the plastic knobs on this machine are seeming to deteriorate. It must have been a wonky new plastic they tried.

Hi John, I sent you an email. Hopefully you have a spare timer knob. Bobby in Boston

Thanks John and Repairguy. Part unfortunately is NLA. John, I'll message you and take you up on the offer if you have a spare one. Bobby in Boston

Hi Folks, does anyone have a good fix for this broken timer knob? It's probably the most stupid design they could have come up with! Part is NLA, and I can't seem to find any out there. Any ideas? I've thought about glue, or a couple of screws. What a pain to removed the black part still on...

A New England Wash-in. I'm up for it! Bobby in Boston

Arlington?? Winchester?? I'm in Lexington! Hi Folks! Didn't know there were so many people close by. I have a few spare parts for the 712, so let me know if you need any for the rebuild. It's a very sweet machine. The last of the "good old" Maytags. Bobby in Boston

Hi All: Any idea of where to look for a Maytag timed bleach dispenser cover gasket for my old model 142? It's getting pretty dry, not leaking, but time to be replaced. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Sorry I didn't take any pics. Bobby in Boston

Pics of impellers Hi John, see the difference? The FSP part is the small black impeller. The Hobart is the larger brown. I just want to be sure the Hobart impeller wont kick up too much pressure and damage the hose or solenoid. Also, the Hobart has a metal contact with the graphite seal...

Hello folks, Decided to pull out the KDS-19 portable dishwasher and change the impeller seal. I got the Hobart seal kit with the larger drain impeller. Any thoughts if this larger impeller will place too much pressure on the hoses or drain solenoid? Last thing I want is a burst hose. Should...

Hello All: I would like to replace my 80's Kenmore oven gasket, but the part is supposedly NLA. Does anyone have any info on this? It is model 911 7238610. Any help is appreciated! Bobby in Boston

Hi Gary! Bobby in Boston

Steve and Combo: Thank you so much! Is it possible that it's the seal? Here's the deal-I changed the pump top, wash arm support, impeller, and water seal when I first got it because it was leaking. There was no noise at that point, but it would not fully drain. About one inch of water...