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Larry ... Mickey is right about the instructions ... here they are and I quote right from the instruction manual: "To lower the drain hose on non-pump models, place your left hand on the lower third of the hose, move the hose to the left and push in. With your right hand, lift the nozzle of...

Oh boy ... nicely done, Larry! That tub is beautiful!! I use Brillo pads with "oxygen cleaner" in them; they work well, too. That plug material really makes a tight seal, doesn't it?

Nice, Larry. It is pretty simple, isn't it? Kind of reminds you of the center plate seal, doesn't it? Fun to watch; isn't it Stan?

Hi Larry ... you're thinking is just fine; you haven't gone over the bend. You should leave the bolts loose for the wringer post; it will help you adjust the power unit/center plate. Once you have it where you think it needs to be, you tighten it down. As far as putting the center plate on...

OK ... lots 'o questions; which is a good thing. Phil does sell the rubber used to plug that screw hole; I learned it the hard way in reusing a screw without the lead washer; bad mistake. I caught mine, however, with oil shooting out everywhere; before I put the tub back on. Live and learn...

Larry ... you are too close to give up!! Now listen ... you were in a hurry to get it done; mistakes can happen and especially for it being your first time. Slow down and go through it thoroughly. You're right about the pump; you can adjust that later. That's the least of your worries...

She shore is purty!! :-) WONDERFUL, AMAZING, FANTASTIC! You did it! When you tested it without the tub, was it quiet? Agitator gear connected well? You'll have to let us know how you like that pump. Have you tried it out yet before washing? Maytag's literature said it would empty the...

Larry Absolutely! Plug it in and make sure everything works; that's the way to do it!! You'll also hear how quiet it is without the aluminum tub to make an echo. Can't wait ... I'll check back later this weekend. Good luck but I'm sure you've got it!! :-)

Stan ... As long as he has the bolt in for securing the power unit to the cross frame AND has the center plate on, he'll be fine; that's how you used to work on them. It doesn't need the tub for security. It's important, however, to have that bolt securing the power unit to the cross frame...

Jim ... a lot. Not sure how many; I have 9 in my collection right now. That includes the Model A. Two E's need to have done what Larry is doing. I used to help re-build them for the Maytag Shop in St. Cloud, MN a number of years ago. They would sell them as fast as I could get them done...

WOW ... ready to go!! I'm right here, Stan. :-) That's the right sequence Larry. Install the power unit first without oil and after installed, THEN add the oil and put the center plate on. You DO NOT WANT to turn on the machine with the power unit full of oil and no center plate!!! That's...

Larry ... you're learning; good job! :-) Yes ... the bolt that keeps the power unit tightened to the frame is a tricky little devil but oh so necessary. You will see when you get the tub back in place. That bolt will help bring the power unit closer to the tub and then when you fasten the tub...

Hi guys ... I'd be careful with the "sticky" grease; that has white Lithium in it. Lithium grease is fine to use with parts that could have contact to water (wringer roll bearing hangers, spring loaded tension reset, etc.) but can be too sticky when used in sealed gears. It's better to stick...

Larry ... it sure looks like you are ready to GO! :-) Looks wonderful; let her rip!! Did you find the right lubrication for the wringer post? Just put gasket cement on only side of the gasket; no need to do both. You want it to adhere well to one of the parts and still be able to move...

Those are BEAUTIFUL. Those are just like the machines I grew up with; we had the suds saver model. Very well kept! Gorgeous. Wish I had that set!! :-)

Larry ... Stan is correct; the cork gasket on the center plate was used on the cast aluminum tubs AND on the previous models ... the A, 30, etc. When Maytag created the spun aluminum tub they created the "O" ring type gasket; don't use both ... you won't get the right fit. Your machine will...

Nice job! Well ... I use gasket cement to secure the gasket to the part. It's like rubber cement. Also, what is that gasket on the top of the center plate, Larry? Where did you get that one? Did you get the black rubber gasket that goes in the groove of the center plate? That should be...

Hi Larry ... B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! Nicely done. That wringer post looks brand new. The right angle drive looks brand new, too! You're right; don't think you have to make the inside of the machine look like the outside ... Maytag didn't. Maytag really did use a thicker grease to pack that...

Rustoleum (or something like it) on that right angle drive; you'll like the results. Let us know what kind of grease you get for packing that wringer post.

Larry ... BEAUTIFUL! You DO see where the pump handle went; HOORAY!! Pump mystery solved. I can't believe they wouldn't have fixed that?? Just yanked it off and put on a regular hose; go figure. You'll like having a pump; they are nice and Maytag always said it would empty the tub in 2...