dishwashercrazy
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Wash Party
Paul, Yes, When I've gotten some plans in place, I'll create a new post.
Paul, Yes, When I've gotten some plans in place, I'll create a new post.
Homart and G.E. Electric Sinks from Massachusetts, make journey to Peoria
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I am just in awe of that Homart machine! It is going to be something else! I hope you have lots of fun with it!!
Just curious, would this have been a pre WWII model??
Just curious, would this have been a pre WWII model??
dishwashercrazy
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Robert had posted a page from the 1952 Sears Catalog in "Gyromatic's" 2006 Thread #8179, showing both a Homart portable and an Electric Sink. Sears called this a Kenmore Automact Dishwasher-Sink. Cost was $294.50
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Robert had posted a page from the 1952 Sears Catalog in "Gyromatic's" 2006 Thread #8179, showing both a Homart portable and an Electric Sink. Sears called this a Kenmore Automact Dishwasher-Sink. Cost was $294.50
Neat!
Wow, I thought it was much older for some reason! Guess when you think about it, this one is much the same style as the Youngstown Kitchens and Apex machines from the early 50's.
Wow, I thought it was much older for some reason! Guess when you think about it, this one is much the same style as the Youngstown Kitchens and Apex machines from the early 50's.
dishwashercrazy
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Just curious, would this have been a pre WWII model??
Paul,
To answer your question - no.
I was doing some research last night on the Homart name.
In addition to Robert's 1952 Catalog (Re-included here), I found in a Sear Archives that the Homart Dishwasher was introduced in 1949.
So this machine dates somewhere from 1949 to early 1950's.
Paul,
To answer your question - no.
I was doing some research last night on the Homart name.
In addition to Robert's 1952 Catalog (Re-included here), I found in a Sear Archives that the Homart Dishwasher was introduced in 1949.
So this machine dates somewhere from 1949 to early 1950's.
Even more interesting...
that "portable" dishwashers go that far back! I knew GE had a portable machine in the early 50's (saw ads for it in old National Geographics), but I mistakenly thought they were the only manufacturer of portables. I guess you DO learn something new every day!!
that "portable" dishwashers go that far back! I knew GE had a portable machine in the early 50's (saw ads for it in old National Geographics), but I mistakenly thought they were the only manufacturer of portables. I guess you DO learn something new every day!!
dishwashercrazy
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Oh, Here is the Poppy Red Frigidaire 1-18 (Thanks Al!)
This is my first Frigidaire machine. I just love the red color. The top and sides of the cabinet have some scraches. I'm going to be trying some rubbing compound very lightly to see if I can clean it up.
This is my first Frigidaire machine. I just love the red color. The top and sides of the cabinet have some scraches. I'm going to be trying some rubbing compound very lightly to see if I can clean it up.
dishwashercrazy
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Open wide.....
Open wide.....
dishwashercrazy
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Money Shot
The agitator has some tears on the next to bottom ring. Are these agitators still available for replacement?
Money Shot
The agitator has some tears on the next to bottom ring. Are these agitators still available for replacement?
autowasherfreak
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU ,THANK YOU
Mike those electric sinks awesome, but I really love that Poppy Red Frigidiare!
Thank you Mike for the picking up the washer and dryer for me! Thank you Al, for the BEAUTIFUL Harvest Gold Maytags! You Guys are THE BEST!
Mike those electric sinks awesome, but I really love that Poppy Red Frigidiare!
Thank you Mike for the picking up the washer and dryer for me! Thank you Al, for the BEAUTIFUL Harvest Gold Maytags! You Guys are THE BEST!
WOW!
All of it is beautiful!
Dave
All of it is beautiful!
Dave
Beautiful haul you got there!
Congratulations on your acquisitions. The dishwasher sinks are amazing, especially the never used one. And you will have lots of fun with your new 1-18. That Poppy color is amazing and the machine looks to be in good condition.
Patrick
Congratulations on your acquisitions. The dishwasher sinks are amazing, especially the never used one. And you will have lots of fun with your new 1-18. That Poppy color is amazing and the machine looks to be in good condition.
Patrick
frontaloadotmy
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Mike
I have a "Homart" Dishwasher/Sink Combo. I'm not sure it it has the identical lift out rack arrangement, but I know it has
a silverware basket. The cap for the impeller came off easily,
but my impeller is much more gacked than yours.
Did you ever get the GE light blue innards drawer unit that was on craigslist and ebay simul?
I have a "Homart" Dishwasher/Sink Combo. I'm not sure it it has the identical lift out rack arrangement, but I know it has
a silverware basket. The cap for the impeller came off easily,
but my impeller is much more gacked than yours.
Did you ever get the GE light blue innards drawer unit that was on craigslist and ebay simul?
Congratulations Man
On those beautiful machines! You're going to love washing in that Frigidaire! You've never had cleaner clothes. Be sure to load it in quadrants to get a better turnover. Those Jet Cones are still out there, someone may have one for sale. I've heard some people on here mention filing them down smooth in the roughed up areas. This is typically caused by pants buttons and zippers mostly. I always button and zip mine and fold them in half before placing them into the machine. Hope you'll enjoy washing in it.
On those beautiful machines! You're going to love washing in that Frigidaire! You've never had cleaner clothes. Be sure to load it in quadrants to get a better turnover. Those Jet Cones are still out there, someone may have one for sale. I've heard some people on here mention filing them down smooth in the roughed up areas. This is typically caused by pants buttons and zippers mostly. I always button and zip mine and fold them in half before placing them into the machine. Hope you'll enjoy washing in it.
What a trek across this great country for some great American products! Thanks for sharing your story.
The GE sink/combo looks stunning. I am wondering what the outlet on the tub looks like for the drain valve. Is it possible you could fabricate an outlet and use a 15+ series KA drain valve in place? Just a thought.
Your poppy 1-18 will be a lot of fun!
Enjoy,
Ben
The GE sink/combo looks stunning. I am wondering what the outlet on the tub looks like for the drain valve. Is it possible you could fabricate an outlet and use a 15+ series KA drain valve in place? Just a thought.
Your poppy 1-18 will be a lot of fun!
Enjoy,
Ben
glad your trip went well
and your truck performed beautifully. nice lookin truck it is indeed! and those dishwashers are enough to have an orgasm over!
hey, since the homart originated in 1949, the same year as the hobart kitchenaid is the name "homart" a take off from the name "hobart" or is it just a coincidence? sounds like a take off to me.
all in all, beautiful vintage machines, you are the "impeller feller" for sure. how many do you have now???
pete
and your truck performed beautifully. nice lookin truck it is indeed! and those dishwashers are enough to have an orgasm over!
hey, since the homart originated in 1949, the same year as the hobart kitchenaid is the name "homart" a take off from the name "hobart" or is it just a coincidence? sounds like a take off to me.
all in all, beautiful vintage machines, you are the "impeller feller" for sure. how many do you have now???
pete
Homart dishwasher
I also have a homart freestanding dishwasher in our collection I may have a spare impeller and cap for this dishwasher call me. I don`t think homart is a takeoff of hobart. The homart name was used on all kinds of household products sears sold and was not likely a copy of hobart an unknown name for household dishwashers at that time.
I also have a homart freestanding dishwasher in our collection I may have a spare impeller and cap for this dishwasher call me. I don`t think homart is a takeoff of hobart. The homart name was used on all kinds of household products sears sold and was not likely a copy of hobart an unknown name for household dishwashers at that time.
dishwashercrazy
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Kevin (RevvinKevin): Thanks for your comments. I’m glad you approve of these latest additions to my growing dishwasher collection.
Paul (tourquoisedude): Let’s hope that the Homart still works. The seller claimed that it worked prior to being removed. He just had bought this country store property about 1 years ago. They removed the machine from the living quarters part of the building in preparation for a kitchen renovation.
Regarding the cap – another dishwasher friend had told me to expect a washing machine type of cap. Unfortunately, it just cracked in two pieces when I twisted it. It appears to have a cap screw molded to the plastic (possibly Bakelite) cap. I’m not sure what I’m going to find until I get in there and give it a better look.
I’m not familiar yet with either the Youngstown or Apex, but Yes, I’m assuming that the Homart was similar and in competition with the other brands of Electric Sinks from the late 40’s and early 50's.
Regarding the G.E. Portable Dishwasher of the early 1950’s, here are photos of one such machine that I’m likely acquiring very soon.
Stay tuned for news of a Wash Party here in Peoria. I’d like to include the other central Illinoisan collectors as well.
Jim (autowasherfreak): You are Quite Welcome. I was happy to bring the machine home to you.
Dave (Volvoguy87): Thanks
Patrick (pdub): Thanks. Yes, I am just so amazed with these Electric Sinks. A year ago, until I found this web site, the G.E. Electric Sink was just a long gone memory. And now, to think, my collection now includes one identical to the one that I loved so much – brand new, never installed! And the tub seals are in very good condition on both of these Electric Sinks – a big cause of leaks and rust. I too am thrilled with the Poppy Red Frigidaire 1-18. I’ve washed two loads in it already, and it is just wonderful to watch and listen to.
Mike (frontaloadotmy): I’m sure glad that another member has a Homart Electric Sink. I’d like to talk to you more about yours to compare notes and horror stories.
Regarding the 1956 G.E. Drawer Dishwasher from New York that we saw on Craigslist and Ebay – it cleaned up, as you can see in the photos. I love the blue interior in this machine. I still have major tub seal issues, and there are large chunks missing (see photo). I used Silicon Sealer on one large piece of the top tub seal that was completely broken away (to the left of the big gap area). When I water tested it, I had a lot of water leakage where the metal lid meets the tub seal. I picked up some rubber storm window glass ‘gasket’, slipped it over the entire circumference of the metal lid, and the water leakage was nearly 100 percent eliminated. This is not a permanent fix, as I’m concerned that water will be retained in the little rubber gasket, and cause further rusting or corrosion later. I bought this machine with Michael Peterson (gedish1947) in mind. He would like to have this machine for his kitchen, but I’m not all too certain that we can overcome the leak issues. Thanks for asking.
Joe (joelippard): Thank you. I already love the Frigidaire! Thank you for the loading suggestions and tips on closing buttons and zippers.
Terry (tlee618): Thank you.
Ben (swestoyz): Yes, the 2200 mile trip was worth it to bring back such nice additions to the collection. I’m posting pictures below, of the drain valve and seat, to answer your question.
Pete (soberleaf): Thanks. Yes, I’m glad that the trip was totally uneventful. The truck performed beautifully, following the Rebuilding of the Transmission, New Muffler, New Shocks, Replacement of the Upper and Lower Tie Rod Ends, Front End Alignment, Tune-up, and Oil Change!
As John has mentioned above, there is no connection between Homart and Hobart.
My collection now numbers 14 and includes: 5 Electric Sinks (GE 1937, 1948, 1949, 1950, Homart), 2 GE Drawer machines, 1 Westinghouse Drawer, GE MobileMaid, 2 KitchenAid machines, 2 Hotpoint machines, James Portable.
John (combo52): I’m glad to hear that there is another Homart elsewhere in the club. WOW, you actually think you might have a spare cap and impeller! Awesome. I’ll be in touch.
Kevin (RevvinKevin): Thanks for your comments. I’m glad you approve of these latest additions to my growing dishwasher collection.
Paul (tourquoisedude): Let’s hope that the Homart still works. The seller claimed that it worked prior to being removed. He just had bought this country store property about 1 years ago. They removed the machine from the living quarters part of the building in preparation for a kitchen renovation.
Regarding the cap – another dishwasher friend had told me to expect a washing machine type of cap. Unfortunately, it just cracked in two pieces when I twisted it. It appears to have a cap screw molded to the plastic (possibly Bakelite) cap. I’m not sure what I’m going to find until I get in there and give it a better look.
I’m not familiar yet with either the Youngstown or Apex, but Yes, I’m assuming that the Homart was similar and in competition with the other brands of Electric Sinks from the late 40’s and early 50's.
Regarding the G.E. Portable Dishwasher of the early 1950’s, here are photos of one such machine that I’m likely acquiring very soon.
Stay tuned for news of a Wash Party here in Peoria. I’d like to include the other central Illinoisan collectors as well.
Jim (autowasherfreak): You are Quite Welcome. I was happy to bring the machine home to you.
Dave (Volvoguy87): Thanks
Patrick (pdub): Thanks. Yes, I am just so amazed with these Electric Sinks. A year ago, until I found this web site, the G.E. Electric Sink was just a long gone memory. And now, to think, my collection now includes one identical to the one that I loved so much – brand new, never installed! And the tub seals are in very good condition on both of these Electric Sinks – a big cause of leaks and rust. I too am thrilled with the Poppy Red Frigidaire 1-18. I’ve washed two loads in it already, and it is just wonderful to watch and listen to.
Mike (frontaloadotmy): I’m sure glad that another member has a Homart Electric Sink. I’d like to talk to you more about yours to compare notes and horror stories.
Regarding the 1956 G.E. Drawer Dishwasher from New York that we saw on Craigslist and Ebay – it cleaned up, as you can see in the photos. I love the blue interior in this machine. I still have major tub seal issues, and there are large chunks missing (see photo). I used Silicon Sealer on one large piece of the top tub seal that was completely broken away (to the left of the big gap area). When I water tested it, I had a lot of water leakage where the metal lid meets the tub seal. I picked up some rubber storm window glass ‘gasket’, slipped it over the entire circumference of the metal lid, and the water leakage was nearly 100 percent eliminated. This is not a permanent fix, as I’m concerned that water will be retained in the little rubber gasket, and cause further rusting or corrosion later. I bought this machine with Michael Peterson (gedish1947) in mind. He would like to have this machine for his kitchen, but I’m not all too certain that we can overcome the leak issues. Thanks for asking.
Joe (joelippard): Thank you. I already love the Frigidaire! Thank you for the loading suggestions and tips on closing buttons and zippers.
Terry (tlee618): Thank you.
Ben (swestoyz): Yes, the 2200 mile trip was worth it to bring back such nice additions to the collection. I’m posting pictures below, of the drain valve and seat, to answer your question.
Pete (soberleaf): Thanks. Yes, I’m glad that the trip was totally uneventful. The truck performed beautifully, following the Rebuilding of the Transmission, New Muffler, New Shocks, Replacement of the Upper and Lower Tie Rod Ends, Front End Alignment, Tune-up, and Oil Change!
As John has mentioned above, there is no connection between Homart and Hobart.
My collection now numbers 14 and includes: 5 Electric Sinks (GE 1937, 1948, 1949, 1950, Homart), 2 GE Drawer machines, 1 Westinghouse Drawer, GE MobileMaid, 2 KitchenAid machines, 2 Hotpoint machines, James Portable.
John (combo52): I’m glad to hear that there is another Homart elsewhere in the club. WOW, you actually think you might have a spare cap and impeller! Awesome. I’ll be in touch.
christfr
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wow really cool stuff.. congrats.. aint that greg a sweet guy
