1956 Duomatic

[mopar65]

Well I figured I would start this post so it's in the right place. Anyway I will keep you all updated on the progress on the Duomatic. I got it all working last night motor works, transmission shifts, dryer heater works so that's a good start but found the real reason why it stopped working long ago. I will pull the magic heater switch out and see if it can be saved.

 

[tomturbomatic]

It will work without the Magic Heater; you just take it out of the circuit.

 

[mopar65]

Run cap

I took the motor/pump/transmission out today and would like to replace the run cap someone replaced it once at some point. I won't to put the right size cap in but this one has a big range and does not seem right. Would someone know what UF it should have?

 

[mopar65]

The water values cleaned up nice and are working now.

 

[gyromatic]

THAT IS THE RIGHT CAP.

That is the cap.for your machine.The original cap.was243-295 MFD.This is the range you need.A cap.either works or it does'nt.If it is not working you will know.The motor will hum and not turn.This is a start cap.only,not a start and run cap.If it works and it is clean with no corrosion on the terminal area put it back in.Make sure you put the cardboard piece in the cover first before you put it all back together.This will keep the cap. firmly in place as not to rattle during a spin.This is a case of ,IF IT'S NOT BROKEN DON'T FIX IT.This is a great machine.And very fixable.Out of all the 6 styles I have of the 53 thru 58 Duomatics I like this one the most.Sometimes the magic heaters go out.One sure way is if for some reason there is no water in the tub.That will destroy it instantly.Keep in mind the tub back and bearings and seal should all be replaced.This is the time to do it.I can give you the order numbers for all that stuff should you decide to do that.Also I can guide you through the bearing replacement process.It is easy,But a little work.Done it at least a dozen times or so.It would be worth your while to do it.Your machine will be in service for years to come!BEST OF LUCK ON YOUR WELL WORTH IT PROJECT!Wish I was closer I could help you get that machine in perfect condition in no time at all.

 

[stricklybojack]

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Nice post Gyromatic...so helpful.

 

[mopar65]

Thank you John E

not a posed to just stuffing it back in I was just thinking for the future.

 

[mopar65]

Well started cleaning the transmission up and found its cracked I didn't see any oil from the cracks though.

 

[gyromatic]

Transmission

Tell me where to send you a new transmission body.I can get it out to you tomorrow.That one cannot be used at all.

 

[moparwash]

Ouch!..

That looks like the Liberty Bell!

 

[mopar65]

John E

Thank you so much! My email is [email protected] send me a massage and I will give you my info.

 

[mopar65]

The funny part is it works lol not for long but it is working some how.

 

[mopar65]

Well one more problem found. I think my brother in law can fix it as he was a welder.

 

[gyromatic]

Classic Issue

This I have seen on a few Duomatics. This problem can be eliminated forever.What caused this is,If you first remove the soap door you will see a small hole.This hole was to allow moisture to drain on the outer cylinder during the dry cycle.I guess they figured that by the time moisture was rising through the soap boot that the cylinder would be hot and it would evaporate.NOT! What happened is it would get the insulation wet.Trapped between the cylinder and the bottom of the heater box.Also a problem is if the soap boot has a tear in it,or it is not sealed in place.To fix this problem.SEAL THE HOLE UP FOREVER.And also make sure when the insulation is replaced.Wire it up so there is an open space between the cylinder and the heat box,so if by chance water gets through it will run past the insulation and not in it.

 

[mopar65]

It was from the soap boot being ripped badly.

 

[mopar65]

The transmission is back together. Thank you John E!

 

[moparwash]

Lookin good!...

 

[hippiedoll]

love the progress

You're making & the attention to the details, and the help & advice you are getting.
)

I can't wait to see you're duomatic when it's all put back together & in service!

Keeping my fingers crossed for you...
;o)

 

[mopar65]

I figured I would give ya guys an up date on the Philco fridge. My brother wanted to keep it. Got these pic's from him last night. He had to custom blend the paint to get it the right shade so it would be the same as a 55 Chevy. Hope you guys like what he did the chrome is off getting redone now.