GE Filter-Flo set

[keny]

Hi all. Ken in Detroit here.
I've found a GE Filter-Flo set from what I think was the mid seventies. I've never owned a GE machine before. I don't have the model numbers yet, but it's got the fake wood control panel with chrome pushbuttons. They are super clean and show minimal “wear and tear”. I want to pick them up this weekend, but first need a bit of advice.
I've got a small hatchback Toyota Yaris, that I've fit washers into before (believe it or not). My question is whether it's an absolute "no-no” to carry the machine on it's side. It will be only about a half-hour ride, but I certainly don't want to damage anything. I will of course keep the tub tight with a styrofoam ring, and not let it sink to one side.
One friend says that I risk damaging it. I just want to get other opinions; preferably from people who know these machines. Is this a machine I can only move in an upright position?
Your advice would be appreciated.
Thanks!

 

[gansky1]

Good for you, Ken!  I've carried GE washers on their sides many times, haven't hurt one yet.

 

[akronman]

Safe driving

You already know to keep the tub centered. So you're good to drive lots farther than that with no problems. Every machine I own was brought here in a Versa hatchback, on it's side or on it's back, never standing up straight. It's my only option and you know the one specific piece of advice for Filter-Flo's. The chrome button models should be pretty Top Of The Line, instead of toggle switch plastic ones. Those are hardy machines, Filter Flos do great turnover, great rinsing, best ever lint filtering, and are easy to work on. GE's often had lots of options too, we'll be interesetd in yours.

 

Throw us some pictures and ask questions when you get them.

 

[yogitunes]

welcome to the club of FilterFlo owners......if it is a feature packed unit, the cycles, speed, temp, and water level variations are endless....

a few Martinizing alterations, and your ready for some serious washing drama...this machine will handle anything you throw at it...

keep us posted....were here to help of needed

 

[jetcone]

OhKen

Nice find! Your gonna love getting your clothes filter flo clean! All the lint gone in one easy PAN!

post pics ASAP

jon & artey

 

[keny]

GE washer/dryer photos from sale listing

Here is the washer photo that was posted from the seller. I should be picking the set up tomorrow. Loaded on their sides, I might add.
Had an asking price of $125 for both! Such a deal!! I just couldn't resist. I could only check out the spin on the washer. It sounded fine. Hopefully the gas dryer is OK too. The only thing that might stop me from buying them is evidence of major oil leaking inside the washer cabinet. I'll see in the morning.
I'm guessing they're mid-seventies (or so) models. Can anyone tell me for sure? Thirty or so years old is vintage enough for me.

 

[keny]

. . . and the dryer photo

I wasn't able to show both photos on one post. They look like higher-end models to me.
For what it's worth, I meant to note that the washer has the mini-basket feature.

 

[akronman]

high end

High end for sure, TOL  models. The 3 knobs in the middle of the washer suggest either it's a suds saver, or an option for second rinse or soaking going into the wash, highly featured. And the 5 buttons on the left, tons of options on that machine. Don't let a minor oil leak at nearly 40 years old scare you, snap them up, good catch there. The dryer is also matching high end. It will have Press guard and a buzzer, and at least 2 temps, maybe 3. You get those machines for sure, then get us better pictures. The mini-basket feature is handy, some folks love it. The overall machines are well-built, easy to keep in good repair, GE sold tons of machines and there's lots of parts out there. Once you get them home, this is the site for "tune-up" info.

 

[yogitunes]

EXCELLENT!!!!!!

YOU did better than good.....THEIR GREAT!!!!!

you could not have done better, for machines or price...

willing to bet, that looks like a 3-n-1 SpotScrubber machine......

roughly dated 1978/1980....once you get us model and serial numbers, we can know for sure...

 

[angus]

And I think that the dryer is the extra large capacity version with the deeper drum that sticks out the back. Those are great finds and oil leak or not, they are easily repaired and should give you more years of faithful service.

 

[pulltostart]

Age

Definitely early 1980's.  1985 GE switched to the black-and-satin console.  The washer appears to be the same model I purchased here last year for washing the dogs' linens.  TOL with 5 programmed settings, optional second rinse, mini-basket, etc. And the dryer is a large capacity, as identified by the badge/trim on the dryer door handle.

 

lawrence

 

[washman]

Looks good

Be sure to post some vids of them in action.

 

[mrb627]

Royal Pair

I was told that I had a ROYAL PAIR once...

 

 

 

[doug]

Came across this thread and was just wondering if you still have them and are they in service? Very nice set, a set that I would like to have!

 

[keny]

Message to Doug

Hi Doug. The machines are in service and working fine.
I sent you an e-mail message this afternoon. You should have it.
Ken

 

[doug]

Thanks Ken

 

[doug]

I sent an email back!

 

[norgeway]

GE Washers

I always thought the GEs were the simplest easiest washers to service ever made,