Kenmore Thread!

[kenmoreguy64]

500 plastic top

This machine was housed in my storage trailer for about 10 years, and also was restored in 2008.

The marks on the front cabinet are from the energy guide, which finally came off recently.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Remember the GB?

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Here's my motly Robo-Washer

Totally rebuilt in 1995 from a complete piece of sheet (aka junk), it was only 10 years old, but had been left outside in a field for long enough to have ruined the motor and basket drive. The trans was disgusting (it had been leaking water through the center for a long time), and the pump and timer were locked-up. Totally worthless to anyone but me, I rebuilt it using only a new pump. Everything else I pieced together using parts scavenged, etc. The timer came from my Mom's washer (very similar) and the original, which I spliced together using parts from both. I put it in service in 1997 and I'd bet it has done over 1,000 loads since then, easily.[this post was last edited: 11/18/2011-06:56]

 

[kenmoreguy64]

What's this?????

My 1993 Kenmore DD 70-series.

Hardly used, I did about 200 loads with it from 1993-1997, then it was out of service completely until 2006, when again taken out of service when the 79-eighty took over inside the house.

This machine was a gift from the store where my buddy and I were able to help Sears decommission their compactor (Yay!) by taking all their haul-backs. As you can see, it has some serious dents from a mishap during delivery. Instead of it going on the scratch-and dent floor (in this case "smash and bash" would have been more appropriate), Sears gave it to me so I could learn the nuiances of DD washing so I'd be prepared for the day when BDs were no longer around. Blasphemy! I do love the machine though. This pic hides the dent over the timer knob, which I smoothed out, along with a new lid, when I got it home.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Here's a special washer

This is a 1972 Kenmore 200. I believe the most BOL washer for 1972, this is a fairly decent machine really, but the early to mid-70s was a period of feature laden models for Kenmore.

1-speed, three bizarre cycles (Normal, Short, and Pre-Soak), two water levels, it has a straight vane agitator like my '79 model, no filter, and no porcelain on the top.

This washer was found by Austin Wilder in Houston and he wanted me to have it. I am keeping it near. Not a high-mileage washer either, as Austin found a sock in the pump which had clogged the machine many years earlier and prevented further use.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

On a lighter note

Here is something totally cool. My never used 1962 Kenmore 70 dryer.

Acquired this summer, it had been in a Connecticut basement since delivery. The house it was in was being renovated by a flipper/realtor. She told me there were clothes lines everywhere inside and out, which explains the non-use of the dryer. I expected it to be nice (she said Mint) but I did not expect it to be only dusty, but totally devoid of any lint or any signs of ever being used!!!!!!!!!!

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Here's a cool one...two featured washers in one pic

A 1963 Kenmore 700, just like the washer in Robert's Kenmore "see it wash".

Acquired from Bygted, this is my only Turquiose washer. It doesn't look like there are a lot of miles on this washer, but it's loaded with detergent residue. Fun stuff to clean one day...

I am looking for a 'Filtering' light for it if anyone knows of one.

Also in the shot is a 1973 Kenmore 60-series. This washer is in remarkable condition, courtesy of my washer pimp in Arizona. It's totally unrusted, anywhere, and like new, just dirty. Seems to need a motor. This was the first gold washer in my collection.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

I'll close for now with this - kissin cousin to Jed'

I'll post more pictures later, but I figured this would be very cool to post to go along with Jed's LK picture.

This machine has a cool story I've shared before of rescuing it TWICE from imminent death by Krusher.

 

[jaxsunst]

What year did they change Kenmore timers to pull out to start instead of push in?

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Kenmore timer change

The shift from push to start to pull to start didn't happen all at once. It began as new timers were developed for new models. The first were available in 1974 models. The last of the old ones were used in 1976 models (in VERY few models). So the change happened between 1974 and 1977.

Gordon

 

[jaxsunst]

Two pics up, I had the Harvest Gold set that looks like the one next to the turquiose washer. They were ugly, but it was the best set I ever had. It had the push to start timer.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

There were A LOT of the 1972/1975 era plastic top washers like the Gold one I have. These were very good sellers for Sears. I sold several of those in White in the 90s, and had one in Avocado recently.

There was at least 7 different variations on that model, from BOL-ish 500 series with timer set temps, to a 60-series with many bells (not so many whistles) and even a Roto-Swirl. One of the models was an 18lb. machine with the large capacity Roto-Swirl. I'd love to find one of those.

 

[70series]

Gordon, the garage is looking great as always. Just like a Sears store from the 70s/80s. Annie is one of my favorites too along with the GB, and the 79-eighty. Glad you posted the 86 to the site, and it is great to see Lady amongst others.

Looking forward to more,

James

 

[peteski50]

Kenmore!

This is my Aunt's 1966 portable - excellent washer.

 

[peteski50]

Kenmore

This is one of my favorates.
From 1965.

 

[whirlykenmore78]

Great washer in 557523

Gordon just go back to the 1988 cycles and add ATC and an almond cabinet to this washer and you have the Kenmore I spent most of my childhood/young adulthood with. The dark panel 27" DD Kenmores are some of the best in my book.
Nick

 

[jaxsunst]

Kenmoreguy64:

Mine had all the cycles, 5 temp choices, three water level choices. If I recall, it had the straight vein agitator and a huge softner dispenser. I moved out of state and had to sell them, broke my heart.

 

[bravos4me]

Maytag Atlantis 1999

Does anyone know who's design it was that Maytag used for its first Atlantis washer? Bought it in 1999, to replace a 1979 A8xx, think it was. Next to TOL, anyway. Still kicking myself for getting rid of that; it was before i knew any better The Atlantis had a plastic tub and the brake always made a racket. They still had the Dependable Care, or whatever they were calling their own design, and maybe the Proforma, as well. Speaking of the Proforma, who's design was that?

Just trying to get a better feel for the evolution of the Maytag line of that error.

Thanks.

 

[Unimatic1140]

My addition to the thread

 

[chaskelljr2]

Okay..... here are MY addition(s) to this WONDERFUL thread.

Thanks "LeBron" for getting it going. Let's keep it going. I want to see some more Kenmores!!!!

My "Late" Childhood (as in Teen Age Years) Washer.... The 1976-78 Model 70 (we got ours in August 1978 to replace the 1967 24" BOL Kenmore)