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  1. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    Took the switch apart yet again tonight. Cleaned all the contacts and the plastic pieces with electronic spray to remove any dirt. Still no change, sometimes it would start on its own but very sluggish instead of a quick snap, it would also start in both directions oddly. Took the switch apart...
  2. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    I didnt have time to mess with it today but will try and give that switch a real good once over again. If its still not working perfect I'll have to keep an eye out for an NOS one.
  3. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    I did, its nice and free. I cleaned it with CRC electronics spray. I may try and clean all the contacts in the switch again and spray all the parts with the CRC as well that slide. Which configuration runs the motor in low speed?
  4. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    Trans service Sounds like a plan thanks. I'll just pic up the gear oil at the parts store. I looked at my NOS nylon pinion gear and it doesnt have any holes for the pin. Should I worry about this? I already have a trans gasket. I'll clean it out with kerosene and dry it before adding the oil...
  5. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    Spent a bit of time on the motor today. Figured the wiring was color coded the same as the abbreviations in the video. Got it to run both directions no problem but can’t figure out the wiring for low speed. I took apart the starting switch and cleaned the burnt contacts but it only slightly...
  6. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    Here’s the motor. gsd-dan the shaft spins freely, no binding at all. Looks like it’s color coded not marked with letters. Which terminals do I use for testing? [this post was last edited: 1/22/2022-18:09]
  7. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    I'll deff test that today thanks! Does this motor have a start winding or is that box a capacitor as well? I know it runs on two speeds if I spin it by hand but it will not start by itself, even with the belts off. It just hums. Thanks.
  8. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    gsd-dan I’m wondering if this motor is good. When I had the machine in spin mode I switched it to gentile spin as it slowed down so I know both speeds work. It just doesn’t start by itself. How do I test that? Combo52 believe it or not the splines are perfect and smooth. The agitator was stuck...
  9. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    I saved the tub cover but it will need some POR-15 or zinc chromate primer on the lip as its got some heavy rust. The stainless band was all distorted in back like a repairman messed it up and hid it. I would like to put the tub light on my 407 and figure a way to make a lighted panel for it as well
  10. robbinsandmyers

    One less A806 in the world …..

    Today was the big day I finally would be able to meet my friend for the free A806 washer. It’s amazing how much better things look in the dark. Got it outside and it looked pretty rough and rusty on the bottom of the cabinet. Start winding on motor burned out or connectors too corroded. Once I...
  11. robbinsandmyers

    BEST Fuel choices: Electric, NG/propane, coal, wood, Solar, etc.

    1. Home is gas, my 4 vehicles are diesel   2. No   3. No   4. Yes   5. Nuclear accidents too hazardous for too long. Ratio of buildings blowing up from gas leaks far lower than car, train, or plane crashes, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, or terrorist attacks to die from/in.   6...
  12. robbinsandmyers

    Really want a vintage gas range but afraid....

    Mining for those batteries isnt the most environmentally friendly procedure either. But they mostly come from China and the Chinese govt  doesnt care about its own people let alone the planet.
  13. robbinsandmyers

    Really want a vintage gas range but afraid....

    " If electric rates fluctuated like they apparently do for NG I'd have wet panties too. "   <strong> Here in CT The United Illuminating Co raised rates 50% for homeowners several years ago and a little more than that for commercial users. And they got away with it, even raising them again a...
  14. robbinsandmyers

    Maytag 142S

    Cutting cords/plugs Its a liability issue because we have so many stupid people in the country these days that would buy something vintage with a frayed cord, take it home and plug it in either shock themselves or start a fire in their house. Then proceed to sue the place they bought it from...
  15. robbinsandmyers

    the dues of being a washer collector

    Reply #15 Sounds like this guy isnt teasing or making fun of you after all. Sounds like a closet case that has a deep seated desire to make moves on you but is too scared but plays it down by being passive aggressive to you and keeping his feelings and masculinity in check.
  16. robbinsandmyers

    the dues of being a washer collector

    Tell your co worker to SUCK IT. I've had to deal with this my whole life. From idiots 40 years ago laughing at me for "playing with trains " regarding my vintage American Flyer collection, to people in my other various hobbies like fans and radios etc and vehicles people have nothing good to...
  17. robbinsandmyers

    Possible Maytag A806 score

    He said he would have his guys wet/dry vac it out so lets hope he comes through. Im banking on the motor not being the stuck part so I can at least remove the trans belt and pump the water out. If so Ill fill it back up with hot water, pour bleach in it then pump that water out because this will...
  18. robbinsandmyers

    Possible Maytag A806 score

    I asked my friend if it had a floor drain in the basement he said no. Unless I can get it pump water with just the pump belt on we'll have to hump it outside with the hand truck full of water then drop the drain hose to the ground and let it empty before loading it into my Tacoma. Unless he...
  19. robbinsandmyers

    Possible Maytag A806 score

    Well he called me tonite to tell me he sold the Mazda carcass and moved it out of the garage so I have lots of room to come get it out now if I want it still. I asked him how soon can I grab it and he said Thursday because tomorrow is gonna rain pretty good. I gotta figure out how to drain that...
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