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It does seem the newer machines have trouble with balancing. I guess with the faster speeds and biger loads it is important that the load is balanced otherwise excessive vibration could lead to wear and tear and a shorter working life. There was a thread a while ago where a Whirlpool Bravo TL...

Thanks guys, yes, a very interesting debate, horizontal V vertical axis. I like both options and I like to have both front and top load machines, they both have their advantages and disadvantages. An interesting concept that there maybe some psychological issues going on in my laundry room and...

I surprised myself, fixed the washer in less than a day. Stripped down the pump which was totally jammed, soaked in WD40 and reassembled, replaced perished hoses and it works perfectly well. I was sure the pump would leak but not a drop. This is a really basic machine, no timer just manual...

I love TL washers and have 6 of varying ages and makes. Besides my Fisher & Paykel intuitive and smart drive, the others just don't wash or rinse well. Stuff comes out with soap scum marks, lint and not that clean. My Zanussi IZ front load washer which is getting on for 15 years old produces...

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Hi Guys, just picked up this old Wilkins Service single tub washer from West Sydney for $5. looks in pretty good shape from the outside but the pump has ceased up. Also some of the rubber hoses are pretty brittle too. On the hunt to see if I can get a new pump, fingers crossed a spares shop may...

Yup, I looked at that, it is a switch or lever that moves up and down as the timer knob is turned. I got very excited when I saw it but not a speed shift. Good try though and glad I worked out how to remove the timer. I am certainly learning heaps about the workings of this old washer.

timer motor Just looked back at combo-52's reply, I forgot to take a close look at the motor for any info, see below

That is really good of you, much appreciated. Happy to send money beforehand so you know you will get it. Let me know how much etc. Look forward to hearing when the motor is ready. Can I send my address via your email rather than posting it in public forum? Cheers Simon

For the love of washing machines Hi Michael, I can so relate to what you are saying. From my earliest memory I loved washing machines and vacuum cleaners and dishwashers. My mum was quite concerned about my fascination with domestic appliances. I thought I was the only one who was so in to...

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Timer speed shift Hi Eronie, thanks for advice. Took timer out and cant see anything, check it out and see what you think.

I have a 240 volt to 110 volt transformer, two in fact that are designed to plug appliances from USA in to UK or Australian power supply. The rest of the machine is designed to run on 240 volts, I don't think it would work very well on 110 volts. I also have a Maytag Atlantis washer and dryer...

That is great, thank you so much for helping me out, really appreciate it. I guess you could send regular parcel post and I could pay you via paypal? Would that work? Alternatively, I could send cash via mail in $US. Not sure how else to do it. Not usre if there are any postal services where...

If you could send me one that would be fantastic! What would I need to do with the resistor, bearing In mind I have very little knowledge of electricity? I can pass on my address directly to you and I need to figure out how to pay you. Let me know what you think. Many thanks Simon

Thanks so much for trying, really appreciate your help. What I understand of electricity I could write down on a stamp. I am much more mechanically minded but great to hear your explanations. Got the new filter tray going again in the washer this morning.

Hi cfz2882, Do you think a 60 hz would work on my machine? I would rather the timer were a little too slow than running at double speed. If it would work would it be possible to buy one from you? I would be most grateful. Look forward to hearing back from you. Cheers Simon

Hi John, Many thanks for your reply. Very interesting information. So the GE Filta Flo washers from the 80s don't have a two speed timer, figures as there seems to be no mechanism for switching between the two speeds. I will check out to see if there is any more info on the timer motor. It...