You can see my Norge wash in this video that Austin made 
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I don't find that my 1-18's turnover diminishes on the maximum water level if the clothes amount is great enough to match.
I do find that overfilling with water for the load provided does make the performance wimpy. If it's crammed full, and set to max water level, it does the job
I'll try to make a video this week showing the comforter on full water level to illustrate.
I don't find that my 1-18's turnover diminishes on the maximum water level if the clothes amount is great enough to match.
I do find that overfilling with water for the load provided does make the performance wimpy. If it's crammed full, and set to max water level, it does the job
I'll try to make a video this week showing the comforter on full water level to illustrate.
Hey Roto204
I remember the "Turbosweep" agitator in the Norge washer.
I pick out my uncle and aunt Norge when they replaced their Whirlpool back in '83.
The Turbosweep was a nice agitator, it just couldn't rollover jeans on a low or medium water level setting.
Roto204 I wondered, what if the Deep-Action (agitator diaphragm) is wider in diameter than the Jet-Cones.
A wider base would provide even stronger pulsating surges which will force more water through the clothes at the bottom. What do you think about that?
Do you know anyone who owns both a Jet-Cone and a Deep-Action agitator that can compare the agitator diaphragm (base-size)?
If it's wider, we very well can enhance the cleaning power of the Jet-Cone agitator by interchanging the AD's. That excites me!!!
I remember the "Turbosweep" agitator in the Norge washer.
I pick out my uncle and aunt Norge when they replaced their Whirlpool back in '83.
The Turbosweep was a nice agitator, it just couldn't rollover jeans on a low or medium water level setting.
Roto204 I wondered, what if the Deep-Action (agitator diaphragm) is wider in diameter than the Jet-Cones.
A wider base would provide even stronger pulsating surges which will force more water through the clothes at the bottom. What do you think about that?
Do you know anyone who owns both a Jet-Cone and a Deep-Action agitator that can compare the agitator diaphragm (base-size)?
If it's wider, we very well can enhance the cleaning power of the Jet-Cone agitator by interchanging the AD's. That excites me!!!
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I have the same exact 1-18 washer as Nate except in Harvest Gold...a Model WC. The Maxi water level stops about 3/4 of the way up the upper cone, an inch below the top "ring" on the agitator.
FWIW, I tried washing my stuffed Full comforter in my machine, and it didn't do much. Thick items like this are better suited to the double-loaders at the laundromat. I think Nate said something at the wash-in about having good results with his, which surprised me.
You probably should think about attending a wash-in sometime if you're interested in learning more about a certain machine. Many times when you see that machine in person you answer your own questions right there just by looking at it and examining it. There's definitely nothing wrong with posting questions, but trying to find out every single minute detail can sometimes come across as a bit Gwisdalian (LOL). Also, while it is nice every once in a while, not everyone has the time to make a video of their machine...I know I don't! So it may take some time.
And that is a COOL 16-pound Magic Chef...it may be BOL, but it sure is SWEET. With the narrower tub, I bet that agitator can make some waves!
Austin
FWIW, I tried washing my stuffed Full comforter in my machine, and it didn't do much. Thick items like this are better suited to the double-loaders at the laundromat. I think Nate said something at the wash-in about having good results with his, which surprised me.
You probably should think about attending a wash-in sometime if you're interested in learning more about a certain machine. Many times when you see that machine in person you answer your own questions right there just by looking at it and examining it. There's definitely nothing wrong with posting questions, but trying to find out every single minute detail can sometimes come across as a bit Gwisdalian (LOL). Also, while it is nice every once in a while, not everyone has the time to make a video of their machine...I know I don't! So it may take some time.
And that is a COOL 16-pound Magic Chef...it may be BOL, but it sure is SWEET. With the narrower tub, I bet that agitator can make some waves!
Austin
a bit Gwisdalian
Westy
The reason why I asked this question is because the 1-18's that have a drawing of the Jet-Cone and water levels on the selector has the (Maxi) setting at the top of the agitator cap.
All of the pics shows the level at exactly the area you described.
Most of, no all of you guys have access to or own all of my favorite vintage washers.
I never imagined there would be a website about washing machines and people who loved as much as I do.
Pictures, videos and discussion posted of washers, who would of thought.
Anyone who takes the time to make videos of washers inside and out is cool.
I know it's not a usual thing.
NOT IN A MILLION YEARS.
So forgive me for coming across a bit Gwisdalian (LOL).
I don't mean any harm, I'm a "single minute detail" kind of guy because I'm also interseted in the designing of the washers as well.
I live in an apartment and only have room for one washer.
BTW, where are these wash-ins held? I iive in New York.
And how is your Maytag (Orbital Trans.) with the "Power-Fin" working?
I'd never imagined that combination.
Harry
Westy
The reason why I asked this question is because the 1-18's that have a drawing of the Jet-Cone and water levels on the selector has the (Maxi) setting at the top of the agitator cap.
All of the pics shows the level at exactly the area you described.
Most of, no all of you guys have access to or own all of my favorite vintage washers.
I never imagined there would be a website about washing machines and people who loved as much as I do.
Pictures, videos and discussion posted of washers, who would of thought.
Anyone who takes the time to make videos of washers inside and out is cool.
I know it's not a usual thing.
NOT IN A MILLION YEARS.
So forgive me for coming across a bit Gwisdalian (LOL).
I don't mean any harm, I'm a "single minute detail" kind of guy because I'm also interseted in the designing of the washers as well.
I live in an apartment and only have room for one washer.
BTW, where are these wash-ins held? I iive in New York.
And how is your Maytag (Orbital Trans.) with the "Power-Fin" working?
I'd never imagined that combination.
Harry
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