"Filter-Flo"
Actually, this could be a 1968 set as well. I do have a picture of THIS exact set in both of my 1968 Sears Catalogs (I have both, the S/S and the F/W issues of that exact year). I also have the 1966 and 1967 Sears Catalogs, and I don't recall seeing this set listed or pictured in neither of those catalogs.
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"Timonator":
This is in fact a 3-Speed machine. It was the #2 Kenmore for 1968 (the model below the Lady Kenmore) and it was one of two "Alphabet" machines (the other one being the #3 Kenmore with the side slide conceal cover...... the model that's below THIS one).
Being that I am not technically minded, I don't know what to do in reference to the "Sud-Saver" issue, but if you look around in these circles (and I am talking about amongst the other club members here), you should be able to locate a Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispenser from somewhere here. Now, as for the Lid Hinges??? Up until about 2006, Kenmores have always had side lids that opened toward the left, so in saying that then, these Lid Hinges should still be available at Sears. Kenmores were side opening from 1957 until 2006 (and that would include most of the older Belt-Drive machines as well as all of the newer and recent Direct-Drives). I would check with Sears and see if they still have them (I believe that they still do).
Anyway, these are beatiful machines. I see the exteriors cleaned up very nicely, I cannot wait until you service the outer tub and the inner wash basket (I see some rust in the wash basket). I am anxious to see these beauties up and running very soon.
--Charles--
