Congratulations Robert. been so long yet doesn't seem it in a strange sort of way. Best of luck.
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Life changing for sure. Many of us found the original Yahoo! group in the late 90's when the internet was still dial-up. There have been many changes over the years and this is another. Congratulations, Robert, you deserve a break now. Thank you.
Robert, thanks for originating and maintaining such a fun and interesting website! I'm glad you've found a good match to continue it into the future.
Thank you Robert for all you have done these 25 years. I’ve utterly enjoyed being a member all the time. When you started this website it was a big improvement to the Yahoo group and at the same time I made my first trip to America to meet around 30 members at the first convention. Great memories that you made possible.
I hope the new people will continue your work in the same manner so we all can continue our common interest and love for appliances.
From the bottom of my heart THANK YOU!!!
Hugs,
Louis
I hope the new people will continue your work in the same manner so we all can continue our common interest and love for appliances.
From the bottom of my heart THANK YOU!!!
Hugs,
Louis
Thank you Robert
This Website has been a pleasure, a priceless resource and a great community. It won't be the same without you , but I hope we can keep it up to your standards.
This Website has been a pleasure, a priceless resource and a great community. It won't be the same without you , but I hope we can keep it up to your standards.
Thank you Robert for creating this amazing website, and with it, creating a world-wide community of appliance enthusiasts.
You have taught me so much about washing machines in particular - I had no idea there were 4 different generations of up-n-down Frigidaires (Uni, Pulsa, Multi and Roller); had never heard of an Apex with the bouncing basket; was only dimly aware of the orbital Kelvinator; and many more too. I feel part of a community, it has given me more confidence in this dimension of my life, including having a Hoover Keymatic front and centre at our wedding, where it was the document signing table.
I think I've been a member of this site since the beginning (?) is it really 25 years already???
I wish you every happiness for the future, including staying involved with this group waaaaay into the future.
Chris.
You have taught me so much about washing machines in particular - I had no idea there were 4 different generations of up-n-down Frigidaires (Uni, Pulsa, Multi and Roller); had never heard of an Apex with the bouncing basket; was only dimly aware of the orbital Kelvinator; and many more too. I feel part of a community, it has given me more confidence in this dimension of my life, including having a Hoover Keymatic front and centre at our wedding, where it was the document signing table.
I think I've been a member of this site since the beginning (?) is it really 25 years already???
I wish you every happiness for the future, including staying involved with this group waaaaay into the future.
Chris.
Congratulations Robert!!
When I discovered this site, I was thrilled to find out that I was not alone in my appreciation for these amazing feats of engineering and design. I, like many others, felt validated; I was not alone! I can hardly put into words how much this site means to me. Thank you so much for creating this wonderful world!! I enjoy visiting it daily!
Best wishes on your retirement! It is extremely gratifying to be able to let go of the corporate BS that many of us have to endure. No more deadlines, no more "memos", no more annual reviews! Ahhhhh!
I'm glad you'll be sticking around! Take care!
When I discovered this site, I was thrilled to find out that I was not alone in my appreciation for these amazing feats of engineering and design. I, like many others, felt validated; I was not alone! I can hardly put into words how much this site means to me. Thank you so much for creating this wonderful world!! I enjoy visiting it daily!
Best wishes on your retirement! It is extremely gratifying to be able to let go of the corporate BS that many of us have to endure. No more deadlines, no more "memos", no more annual reviews! Ahhhhh!
I'm glad you'll be sticking around! Take care!
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I'd be lying if I didn't say I am saddened that Robert is leaving the helm of Automatic Washer. But I fully understand his actions. Like many others, I'd like to wholeheartedly thank Robert for his dedication to his site. It has helped me in so many ways to learn of the hobby and more importantly, make lifelong friends. I am looking forward to his posts imparting washer wisdom and awesome videos of his machines. Once again, THANK YOU, Robert.
repairguy
Well-known member
Thanks for everything you’ve done to keep this great site going for so many years. I’m glad you found someone who will take care of your sites to your liking. May you enjoy many years of retirement in good health.
Thanks from Down Under
Thanks for everything you've done with this site, its sister site (Vacuumland) and the communities in both. I've been a member for about 13 years and have really enjoyed everything I've seen. I'll miss the POD and the layout of the old sites, however I know that the people behind the postings will still be there and able to communicate with each other. Enjoy your retirement! Lotsa hugs, Aussie Plugs
Thanks for everything you've done with this site, its sister site (Vacuumland) and the communities in both. I've been a member for about 13 years and have really enjoyed everything I've seen. I'll miss the POD and the layout of the old sites, however I know that the people behind the postings will still be there and able to communicate with each other. Enjoy your retirement! Lotsa hugs, Aussie Plugs
Thank you for this fun site, and best wishes for your future.
lawrence
lawrence
Robert; thank you for the idea to found this forum and the work which has gone into it over the years! I am glad you have found a company you feel worthy to take over and maintain the forum for all of us.
Sincerely,
David
Sincerely,
David
customline
Well-known member
Robert !!!!!
It's amazing what you have accomplished. Good luck and happy retirement.
It's amazing what you have accomplished. Good luck and happy retirement.
Like everyone else has said, THANK YOU!! You have done an amazing job with this website.
While I have found quite a few machines, because of this site, the important thing is the friendships I have because of this site. I have met people from all over this country, from Signal Hill, California to Beltsville, Maryland. I have even met a few from other countries. I also look back onto some of the members who have since passed on, that I was fortunate enough to know and be friends with. All of that because of this site and Robert's dedication to this site. So again, from the bottom of my heart, Thank you Robert.
While I have found quite a few machines, because of this site, the important thing is the friendships I have because of this site. I have met people from all over this country, from Signal Hill, California to Beltsville, Maryland. I have even met a few from other countries. I also look back onto some of the members who have since passed on, that I was fortunate enough to know and be friends with. All of that because of this site and Robert's dedication to this site. So again, from the bottom of my heart, Thank you Robert.
10050cielodr
Member
Sad News.....but Good News !
Sad news being that you are retiring. Good news is that you got someone reputable to take over. Had heard rumblings that Combo52 was going to be in charge.... well, lets just say Welcome to this new guy Alan....
Sad news being that you are retiring. Good news is that you got someone reputable to take over. Had heard rumblings that Combo52 was going to be in charge.... well, lets just say Welcome to this new guy Alan....
Mazel tov on your retirement! I have loved this site for many years and have finally joined it. Thank you for all the hard work you have put into it.
My husband just laughs when I talk about the things I have read on here and just remarks that he is glad I have found my people.
My husband just laughs when I talk about the things I have read on here and just remarks that he is glad I have found my people.
Thank you all so much for you're super kind comments. I still have mixed feelings about all this but I know deep in my heart I can't keep doing this forever and now that I'm retired from both my corporate day job and running the sites, I will be able to travel without having to schlep multiple laptop computers with me and when I know the sites will be backed up and cared for with great care.
But I'm not retiring from doing washer stuff to say the least, this will give me even more time to do even more fun things with my collection.
I also want to remake my "The Washers we Love and More" video in 2025 high resolution. Something I'll be working on later on this year. You can be sure I'll post it here when it's completed.
But I'm not retiring from doing washer stuff to say the least, this will give me even more time to do even more fun things with my collection.
I also want to remake my "The Washers we Love and More" video in 2025 high resolution. Something I'll be working on later on this year. You can be sure I'll post it here when it's completed.
Many thanks
Robert thank you for all you have done here, from myself having repaired my washer with the aid of the
knowledge you and the people here have shared, to the preservation of history, the environmental benefits
of repair and reuse, and the shared camaraderie and laughs along the way, enjoy your well earned retirement.
Robert thank you for all you have done here, from myself having repaired my washer with the aid of the
knowledge you and the people here have shared, to the preservation of history, the environmental benefits
of repair and reuse, and the shared camaraderie and laughs along the way, enjoy your well earned retirement.
thatwasherguy
Well-known member
Wow, this hit me a lot harder than I thought it would...
I guess it’s because it’s the end of an era. You were the heart of this site for a long time, since before I was even born. I’m glad that you found a company that you trust to carry on with running the site. I don’t know what I’d do without it. The knowledge and resources available here have allowed me to successfully complete projects that I could have only dreamed about when I first joined this site back in 2019. Since then, I have gone from a collection consisting of a food processor and a blender, to a collection that could just about outfit an entire house with vintage appliances. As others have said, this site has been life changing. So thank you for everything you’ve done to keep it going for the last 24 years. I hope your retirement is everything you’ve ever dreamed of.
Thanks,
Thatwasherguy.
I guess it’s because it’s the end of an era. You were the heart of this site for a long time, since before I was even born. I’m glad that you found a company that you trust to carry on with running the site. I don’t know what I’d do without it. The knowledge and resources available here have allowed me to successfully complete projects that I could have only dreamed about when I first joined this site back in 2019. Since then, I have gone from a collection consisting of a food processor and a blender, to a collection that could just about outfit an entire house with vintage appliances. As others have said, this site has been life changing. So thank you for everything you’ve done to keep it going for the last 24 years. I hope your retirement is everything you’ve ever dreamed of.
Thanks,
Thatwasherguy.
