Hi Louis, hi Mike!
Louis, I do not know what that means - it is all very misterious.... Cannot understand Kai's decision - but it's his! Really a misery! There's also a forum meanwhile at GAYROMEO.COM
BTW...did I tell you both that my AEG LAVALUX is working again, too? Mine doesn't have a lid-switch but is in good conditions. Only thing I do not like: its small capacitiy of not more than 1,5 kg/load.
We are looking for a house now and I would love to have more old washers especially some old woodden tub-washers, a hydraulic driven would really give me the kick! Had them all until I went to Spain - gave them all away to a rural life museum....
Today I bought the Hotpoint TL at Ebay's - now I have to look for transportation....keep your fingers crossed!
Also I'm still waiting for response from John Birmingham who promised me to refurbish a Hotpoint Supermatic de luxe T9414....
Unfortunately I got also no response from Hans, a transporter/carrier who has often by-load capacities on his routes from the UK to Germany...
Hoping all goes well at least... cheers to all of you,
Ralf