Magic is in the air and another wish list dream comes true!

[redcarpetdrew]

It has been said that this is a great time for AW members and finding treasures off their wish lists. Robert is proof positive of this. Someone else also said something about every time a AW member finds something from his wish list, an angel gets her wings. If so, then there's an angel who dropped her crutches and outflew the space shuttle!

Thanks to all who gave me support and positive waves while I tried to get this.

Jeri and I brought something home...

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Whatever could it be?

BTW Jeri is the name my kids gave my rig. Hey, come on, 250,000 miles is alot between a tech and his truck... LOL! Seriously, my children ever since they were little believed that naming the truck would mean that she would always get me home safe.

 

[redcarpetdrew]

OK, maybe a hint...

How about now? HUSH, Geoff!

 

[sudsmaster]

Nice truck!

Is that a hydraulic lift gate?

 

[maytagmike]

is it a Maytag wringer

It looks like a Maytag Wringer to me 20's or 30's

 

[swestoyz]

Nice legs! Look to be adjustable too ;-)

LOVE LOVE LOVE the Maytag Red Carpet cover. To die for!

 

[volvoguy87]

Just a guess

But I think it might be a very nice Maytag wringer indeed.

Congrats!
Dave

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Winner!

Behold my 1957 E2LP wringer. I really was sweating it on if I would get her but with the incredible success of AW members as of late, I shouldn't have even worried. This belonged to my customer's ex-wife's Aunt back in New York. When she passed away, this gem made the journey to Nevada and then SAT in a barn. Now, keeping in mind the good vibes around here, how do you think it ran after unknown years in storage?

 

[redcarpetdrew]

LIKE A DREAM!

This cleaned up so well! The chrome and aluminum held up so well. Here's a before:

 

[redcarpetdrew]

And after a little love:

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Even the little filter cover survived like a champ.

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Mr. Delp warned me about possible rust underneath in her gizzards. WELL... Sigh of relief! Not a trace!

 

[frontaloadotmy]

Very Nice!!!

RC

 

[redcarpetdrew]

This pump is the simplest design I've ever seen! Move a lever to have the pulley touch the flywheel. No wonder this design held up for decades!

 

[redcarpetdrew]

The rollers in the head are still useable and not rock hard.

 

[redcarpetdrew]

BUT if they weren't, a proper Maytagman would have spare NOS rollers ready to go... and a few used but serviceable ones as well.

 

[redcarpetdrew]

There are some things to do, however. The power cord needs replacing as the outer cover is starting to crack from age. The cabinette is in great shape but I need to clean it better and replace the logo. Are they still available? There is also small oil weeps that look like they accumulated over time. Time for more cleaning!

 

[tlee618]

Congratulations Andrew on a wonderful find. That machine is a clsssic and will serve you well for many more years. For some reason the first picture that comes into my mind when I think "washing machine" is that very machine!!

 

[redcarpetdrew]

But does it work?

Ahhh, the magic question! I was warned to expect some possible water from the possible dried up seals due to sitting dry for years. Maybe even frozen up and nothing will turn. Hmmmm....

Yes! First load was hot fill to check the seals. NOT A DROP! So of course I had to fire it up! MAN, this thing is QUIET! The belt is still supple and turns well. I ran it with some shop towels. Talk about whirlpool of death! The agitation on this thing is incredible. This is my first time using a wringer and WOW! I shot some video of it washing and will try to put up on Youtube for how it washes and the noise level. Maybe it'll be a touch bit quieter with a new belt...