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I have a Magnavox Concert Grand from 1960. Recapped it and replaced electrolytics and out of range resistors. But I haven't fused it yet. I need help figuring out what sizes, and where to place. It has the Phantom remote and FM multiplexer. Great unit I bought for $20 at a thrift store in...

I rebuilt my 61 Kenmore in 2015. It's always had a tightness to the agitator shaft, even in neutral.It also makes noise when spinning, especially on slow.Is it alignment issues? How often should you oil the bearings? Can a person drop the transmission just enough to refill the oil? Just...

Hi there. I am moving to a new location and am seeking advice on moving my '49 Westinghouse fridge. I know the compressor is suspended on springs. Do you just build styrofoam stabilizers or cardboard ones all around the compressor to keep it from moving? I don't want to cause a refrigerant...

My little 3.6 chest freezer went out. Any brands I should look at, or stay away from? lol

I've got a Haier freezer. It's about 20 years old and the compressor stopped. I put in a new start relay, which didn't immediately start the thing. After I jostled the compressor around (well, I grabbed it and shook it a couple of times!) it started up and worked a few days. Now it has...

Hello all! After an illness, I am finally starting on a vintage KD2P. One problem is the hook up hoses are not in great shape. The drain is kind of "ok" but the fill hose needs to be replaced. I've taken the hoses in to two shops that make hydraulic hoses. They damned near laughed out loud...

Hi there! Does anyone know what a KD2P weighs?

I'm giving this a makeover since I had to replace the belts. Apparently they don't make the front bearing "blocks" that the Delrin ring runs on. Is the kit with just two felt strips (FSP 279264) the standard replacement? Is this a "redesign", so to speak? It seems to be working fine. Just...

Hi there! Just broke the blower belt on the old gal, so I figured it was time to tear down and clean/lube everything. Question: what do you use to lube the rear drum bearing? This is the newer configuration that does not have a hole on the shaft. Should I use grease, oil, and what type...

Hey there! Since I rebuilt the '61 Kenmore I've had a problem with suds. Even when I use HE detergent, there is so much suds created UNDER the basket (between the basket and the outer tub). There won't be any suds on top of the clothes, but the machine kicks into spin and starts creating...

My 1961 Kenmore washer quit last night. The main pulley came loose and off! I got it back on, put on the belt, but now when the machine goes into spin mode, the clutch does NOT slip hardly at all. It slips a tiny bit, but not like it should. I read somewhere to spray the lining with silicone...

Hi there! I have a Magnavox Concert Grand that I have re-capped. What I need help with is where to add fuses and what rating. What have others done to protect this beautiful beast?! Any help is appreciated!

Has anyone come up with a way to rebuild the Whirlpool square motors? I just need to replace the bearings in mine. I have one of the larger ones that used to run super quiet until recently. thanks!

I just recently acquired a Haier HDT18PA countertop dishwasher. I know they have a horrible reputation, but this sucker does clean very, very well. I have fixed the leaks that cropped up, but I have noticed that the lower spray arm (I only have a lower, no upper Thank God!) gets stuck on the...

Of course Whirlpool has discontinued this hose without listing a replacement. However, when I punch it up on amazon, a 3348552 hose comes up with a blurp about see 21114. Is this 3348552 a replacement hose that just needs to be shortened? Or do you just rig something up? I know the original...

Hi everyone! I need a little help with the dryer. It is a 110.6118801 Kenmore and I need the thrust washer #233788. It is discontinued, or course, but does anyone know a replacement number? Or, does anyone know how thick this should be? Any help is GREATLY appreciated. Thank you!

My KDS-14 is starting to make noise during the run cycle. I have never had the motor out on one of these. How hard is it to replace? Are there seals needed? Anything in particular I should watch out for? Any help is appreciated!!!

My '60 Concert Grand has the phantom remote control. The phantom chassis contains a selenium rectifier Magnavox 530060-1, and just says model 10 on the unit. I want to replace it with a modern diode as I am rebuilding the unit. What do you guys use in place of that small selenium rectifier...

I have an opportunity to obtain an early 60's Frigidaire dishwasher that has been in storage for many years. I have no experience with Frigidaire (my KitchenAid KDS-14 held up in storage without being used for over 15 years) so can anyone tell me how these Frigidaire's hold up in storage? Do...

I read about restoring dried out rubber by spraying it with silicone lubricant then sealing it up for a few days. Tried it. It works if the rubber hasn't cracked and too far gone. Soaked my bleach dispenser hose in silicone for 3 days. It softened up like new. Anyone else tried this?