Electra A3E12 Washing Machine, made 1982 by Hoover

[chestermikeuk]

Hoover

Hi Richard, yes Marks a good scource of parts and service info etc, glad to hear the new motor is doing the job, as long as you dont overdo the vintage machines they should last, but mind that they are nearly 30yrs old!!! also if it aint broke.....dont worry!!!

Lets hope they dont start the appliance scrappage scheme like the boilers, otherwise the Appliance Police will have a field day..

 

[richardc1983]

True Mike they would...

My machine is doing well but I want to replace the door seal as it doesnt seal that well, theres no leaks but you can see water drops under the seal between the glass.

I would also like to get the insert of the door replaced for a plastic one as its rusting and looks a bit of a mess.

THe rest of the machine though is in great nic... not as good as yours though!

Do let me know if you ever decide to get rid of it!!!

Dont suppose you have got the phone number for Marks shop have you as I have emailed but got no response so thought I would give him a bell instead.

Thanks

 

[cfz2882]

LOL..loved that video-very well done with all the important
sounds captured,dig those loud snaps from the timer as the
timer motor grindgrindgrinds forward.Also many of those old
british washers have a bit of a "mid atlantic"vibe to them
-really cool machine!

 

[robliverpool]

Great Machine Mike
I just love the sounds of the motors on the older hoovers and the hotpoint. When the spin kicks in you can really hear the power from it.
Cheers for sharing, great vid
Robbie

 

[matchboxpaul]

Just brilliant!

Hi Mike.

Finally got round to signing in again, after all the recent fun and games (more soon in another thread).

The Electras look absolutely superb!

I made a point of not paying them much attention when we picked them up last month. Main reason being so that I could see them in detail at their best, after they have been cleaned.

I am glad I did!

They have cleaned up superbly and when I saw the stacked picture, when I was over at Mathew's, it brought a tear to my eye.

The video is great too! Have never thought of doing a vid without the top and rear panels on and it certainly adds a different slant to the vid. Very informative and interesting to watch.

When I see you next, you will have to take me through your movie making method - it really does produce proffessional vids.

Cant wait to see the A3E12 and D6E16 in the flesh and congrats on two great purchases.
We will have to get cut outs of Terry and June!

Cheers
Paul