GE profile filter-flo

[Chetlaham]

Consumers are to blame more than anyone else IMO. I am aware that raw material prices have gone up as well as shipping however I am willing to spend more for a machine that lasts despite having a smaller tub than one with a super tub but that will not last past 10 years. 

 

[gelaundry4ever]

super capacity

Even if I did have a super capacity washer, I'd use it properly.

 

[combo52]

The T model, GE automatic washer

Probably saved General Electric from exiting the laundry business. Altogether, GE was not doing that well with laundry, and needed to shake things up.

The.T model machines live up to expectations, except for some durability issues with the transmission and brake assembly, otherwise performed far better far less lining, better water extraction, and virtually no vibration compared to the filter, flows that you often had to chase around the laundry room.

I had one customer that tied the cord in a tight knot, so when it started walking, it would just unplug itself, lol.

GE is once again, becoming serious about laundry, and they have some darn good performing products, my only major concern is their front load machines are made in China and I’m not promoting buying Chinese products whenever possible as we still make the worlds best full-size laundry appliances here in the United States between whirlpool and Speed Queen there’s not much reason to buy anything else unless you need a compact laundry set up.

John

 

[Chetlaham]

To be frank I think GE was better off outsource their laundry. I would much rather had a Goodman than a model T design. I currently use a Goodman style washers and it is light years ahead of the model T.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

today's GE washers

I think today's GE's are worse than these. Trying to do full loads with the machine off balance even when loaded properly is like somebody bashing on drums and cymbals constantly due to that stupid suspension smacking the cabinet during spin. And don't even get me started with the agitation that sounds like somebody dying!

 

[gelaundry4ever]

chinese knockoffs

The GE model T paved the way for these stupid Chinese knockoffs.

 

[johnb300m]

This unhealthy obsession with gear oil…..
GE engineers made the decisions they thought best with the criteria and budget given.
To think Jack Welch knew or cared about washer specs is hilarious….and weird.
What happened to this site?

 

[simpsomatic]

What happened to this site?

The flood gates opened and several wacko's have become nuisances

 

[gelaundry4ever]

whirlpool press release

Chet, I wish I could find the press release that talks about how Whirlpool came out with their direct drive machines, including washability, serviceability, longevity, and stability. I believe Whirlpool used their tripod suspension. If anything, Whirlpool had the most advanced laundry technology at the time before GE copied them. I thought it was a Whirlpool when I first got mine (post filter-flo). Whirlpool should be offended.
Now that we're in 2024, it's just a matter of time before GE comes out with their own version of the pet pro washer.

 

[Chetlaham]

I'm sure there is something out there. I remember reading somewhere that Whirlpool turned to NASA's material development for the pads on their tripod suspension system but can't find the article/news source.

 

The direct drive system was truly the greatest advancement in laundry because it provided so much performance and longevity with so little material and with such great simplicity. It was also a truly serviceable design in every aspect down to the hinged control counsel. The DD design is like no other and I don't think anything has since been able to come even close. It does not match any other washer in existence before or after and truly is a new design not copied from anything else. The DD could easily have been in production for another 30 years. Wish it was, shame it isn't. IMO the DD design is still years ahead of anything ever produced, even to this day.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

Whirlpool advanced technology

I'm quite sure Whirlpool used advanced technology to come up with their direct drive washers. I heard the assembly line was computer driven. I'm sure that factory was huge compared to GE and everybody else. I wonder how they would've felt if they heard the GE copycat agitation.

 

[Chetlaham]

The DD was such success I doubt Whirlpool was remotely concerned about the model T. At this point all manufacturers, including Maytag, were moving to short/fast strokes. Now if Whirlpool heard the model T in 1975, I still doubt they would be all that concerned, the DD was and is nothing like anything ever created before.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

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What would've been Whirlpool's reaction if they heard the model t from GE agitating while at normal/fast speed? Their agitation sounds similar to one another, especially that knocking transmission. Whirlpool's sound silky smooth compared to GE.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

factory

What size do you think Whirlpool's washer factory compared to GE's building 1 at appliance park be?

 

[Chetlaham]

My opinion is that Whirlpool would not have cared either way. GE was nothing more than a side gig, a nich market, when compared to Whirlpool who was making most of the top load washers sold in the US. DDs were the most produced washer in history by a long shot. Model Ts were not a threat of any kind.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

whirlpool's greatest hits

That may explain why Whirlpool's direct drives were on their greatest hits collection in the laundry world.

 

[Chetlaham]

The short fast stroke lead to aggressive wash action that cleaned very well despite its rough nature. Other manufacturers that took the gentle route (like Maytag) sadly did not sell as well.

 

[gelaundry4ever]

fast stroke

Maybe there's a reason why whirlpool went to the short fast storke for better cleaning of tough fabrics. They were really tough on dirt. I swear some of them had a low droning tone in the key of F, namely the clean touch models.

 

[Chetlaham]

Cleaning is one of the major reasons Whirlpool/Kenmore became the best selling brand in the US.

 

[wayupnorth]

Why dont you 2 do your own private chats. Members are tired of hearing both of you go on and on about nothing substantial.