Maytag A608
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2 by 6 laid across the top, a couple of heavy straps under the agitator, up and over, and a floor jack to lift?
2 by 6 laid across the top, a couple of heavy straps under the agitator, up and over, and a floor jack to lift?
Thanks for the info Spankomatic re: Agi Tamer
I called Zajic appliance in Sacto. as you recommended and spoke with a guy named Omar. Wealth of knowledge and really easy to talk with (lots of rookie questions), but he was very helpful...anyway they didn't have one, but he had the part number and said to google that along with the name Agi Tamer, and got a hit from an appliance supply company in Ohio. An it's on its way! spent a lot of time looking and finally found it. Should have it in a week and will give it a try. Will update, hopefully with picture of the agitator OUTSIDE of the machine!
I called Zajic appliance in Sacto. as you recommended and spoke with a guy named Omar. Wealth of knowledge and really easy to talk with (lots of rookie questions), but he was very helpful...anyway they didn't have one, but he had the part number and said to google that along with the name Agi Tamer, and got a hit from an appliance supply company in Ohio. An it's on its way! spent a lot of time looking and finally found it. Should have it in a week and will give it a try. Will update, hopefully with picture of the agitator OUTSIDE of the machine!
spankomatic
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Great! Glad they were of some help....
Keith
What's happening with this? Did you get the agitator out?
We are still here pulling for you!
What's happening with this? Did you get the agitator out?
We are still here pulling for you!
"We are still here pulling for you!"
update on my A608...trans not working
thanks for the reminder to keep you guys updated.
- was having problems getting the agitator off, used different methods with no success, spent time looking for an agitamer, thought I had a agitamer ordered, but didn't pan out
- had to cut the agitator into pieces to get it out
- got a spanner nut wrench to remove the spanner nut , but it wouldn't move the nut...so had to cut it out. one of the threads said to cut it out so it gave me the confidence to move forward and get it apart.
- had to also cut out the other pieces (37 years of use and the parts were like they were weleded together!
- removed the basket and tub, brake assembly, basket support arms, damper pads came off so need to replace them.
- little bit of rust here and there, but inside of cabinet is in good shape- plan to clean, replace, repair the entire machine.
- removed the transmission today, took it apart and no broken gears, but the oil was very thick, the consistency of honey. Could the thick oil be the cause of the transmission not working? or is there something else going on with it. the shaft spins pretty well - no grinding or noises. doesn't makes sense. Machine would spin but not agitate. so any ideas why the machine tranny is not agitating? or can the oil get too thick and it won't work.
Will keep you guys updated as things progress.
Thanks and stay tuned.
thanks for the reminder to keep you guys updated.
- was having problems getting the agitator off, used different methods with no success, spent time looking for an agitamer, thought I had a agitamer ordered, but didn't pan out
- had to cut the agitator into pieces to get it out
- got a spanner nut wrench to remove the spanner nut , but it wouldn't move the nut...so had to cut it out. one of the threads said to cut it out so it gave me the confidence to move forward and get it apart.
- had to also cut out the other pieces (37 years of use and the parts were like they were weleded together!
- removed the basket and tub, brake assembly, basket support arms, damper pads came off so need to replace them.
- little bit of rust here and there, but inside of cabinet is in good shape- plan to clean, replace, repair the entire machine.
- removed the transmission today, took it apart and no broken gears, but the oil was very thick, the consistency of honey. Could the thick oil be the cause of the transmission not working? or is there something else going on with it. the shaft spins pretty well - no grinding or noises. doesn't makes sense. Machine would spin but not agitate. so any ideas why the machine tranny is not agitating? or can the oil get too thick and it won't work.
Will keep you guys updated as things progress.
Thanks and stay tuned.
bendixmark
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Transmission
When the oil gets really old it gets so thick the machine has trouble getting going.We used to add a helper spring to the motor base to get it moving.Maybe the transmission is fine but the problem is the motor base is stuck or doesnt have enough tension,worn out wheels,weak springs etc.To remove a maytag agitator,run the machine with a half full tub of the hottest water possible and let it agitate 5 minutes.Then spin the water out and immediatly give the agitator a strong pull.This almost always works for me.The agitator then comes right off like sh** through a goose.
When the oil gets really old it gets so thick the machine has trouble getting going.We used to add a helper spring to the motor base to get it moving.Maybe the transmission is fine but the problem is the motor base is stuck or doesnt have enough tension,worn out wheels,weak springs etc.To remove a maytag agitator,run the machine with a half full tub of the hottest water possible and let it agitate 5 minutes.Then spin the water out and immediatly give the agitator a strong pull.This almost always works for me.The agitator then comes right off like sh** through a goose.
A806 Rebuild
Hi Keith, great job so far, does the agitator shaft in the transmission top turn easily ?, this is usually the part of the transmission that binds up. The old thick oil does not help either, the oil that MT used originally was terrible oil, you can do much better going to an auto parts store and getting some good 70 weight gear oil, make sure that it is compatible with bronze bearings.
Hi Keith, great job so far, does the agitator shaft in the transmission top turn easily ?, this is usually the part of the transmission that binds up. The old thick oil does not help either, the oil that MT used originally was terrible oil, you can do much better going to an auto parts store and getting some good 70 weight gear oil, make sure that it is compatible with bronze bearings.
Thanks Combo52. the agitator shaft did not come out easily. The middle of the shaft was very rough and the metal was corroded. a new shaft will help. springs and rollers for the motor looked ok, some corrosion and springs weren't broken or stretched. Please see my e-mail to your personal address and thanks again. I'm ordering parts tonight and get this machine running again!
Here's a pic of what had to be cut with a grinder and other tools to get this thing apart. I rebuild cars for a hobby and an enjoying the process restoring this machine back to new.
Here's a pic of what had to be cut with a grinder and other tools to get this thing apart. I rebuild cars for a hobby and an enjoying the process restoring this machine back to new.
I'm ordering parts tonight
The agitator shaft kit (part # 22002124) includes a new stem seal/boot and is a better deal than buying the parts individually.
The agitator shaft kit (part # 22002124) includes a new stem seal/boot and is a better deal than buying the parts individually.
Anything
New with this?
How's it going ?
New with this?
How's it going ?
Hi Stan, have ordered all of the parts and they are due in tomorrow. Will have a new machine when completed! (Wife is happy, doesn't like the new ones - too much plastic and too many options to choose) I believe the tranny trouble was a combo of motor sliders, agitator shaft corrosion, and tranny oil that was the consistency of honey. replacing all components other than the motor that's working fine. do you have any recommendations regarding the tranny oil? some say use automotive, other saying maytag oil is not good. lots of choices, AND how much oil goes into the tranny? fill up the bottom half or to some other level in the bottom housing
Hi Keith
You know the old saying "happy wife, happy life"
I'm no expert, my experience has been with a Maytag Wringer! The power unit, ( tranny) on those used a gear oil. Most here that have repaired those used a 80/90 gear oil. I would think that should be fine? Someone that knows more will be along soon. As far as the amount.. think your own instinct will take over and you'll just know when refilling. ( probably better a little under, than over )
Let's see what others have to say
You know the old saying "happy wife, happy life"
I'm no expert, my experience has been with a Maytag Wringer! The power unit, ( tranny) on those used a gear oil. Most here that have repaired those used a 80/90 gear oil. I would think that should be fine? Someone that knows more will be along soon. As far as the amount.. think your own instinct will take over and you'll just know when refilling. ( probably better a little under, than over )
Let's see what others have to say
Well
No one came along?
How's it coming along Keith?
Pics?
No one came along?
How's it coming along Keith?
Pics?
recommendations regarding the tranny oil?
After lots of research I ended using Sta-Lube GL-4 gear oil. It claims to be safe for bronze bearings and has anti-wear additives EP not found in Gl-1 lube.
Maytag trans oil would work okay as well, plenty of machines ran decades with it. Problems arise from water intrusion and/or oil leaks due to failed seals, not the gear lube per-se.
Available at Napa auto parts stores. Fill top of the lower half of the transmission case.
www.crcindustries.com
After lots of research I ended using Sta-Lube GL-4 gear oil. It claims to be safe for bronze bearings and has anti-wear additives EP not found in Gl-1 lube.
Maytag trans oil would work okay as well, plenty of machines ran decades with it. Problems arise from water intrusion and/or oil leaks due to failed seals, not the gear lube per-se.
Available at Napa auto parts stores. Fill top of the lower half of the transmission case.
Sta-Lube API/GL-4 Multi-Purpose Gear Oil SAE 90
Sta-Lube API/GL-4 Multi-Purpose Gear Oil SAE 90 Hypoid Gear Oil has low pour points and high temp properties. Provides lubrication over a wide temp range.
www.crcindustries.com
rustyspaatz
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This sounds like it needs doner machine.
I'm seeing them on CL, sometimes free.
The top and sides of your current machine easily unscrew and can be put onto the body of a working machine. It might be easier, though less fun, I know.
Best of luck.
I'm seeing them on CL, sometimes free.
The top and sides of your current machine easily unscrew and can be put onto the body of a working machine. It might be easier, though less fun, I know.
Best of luck.
Keith's
Come to far for that now!
We know he has it apart and has all the new parts. It will be a new machine when finished.
Keith hasn't come by yet to let us know if or when!
Come to far for that now!
We know he has it apart and has all the new parts. It will be a new machine when finished.
Keith hasn't come by yet to let us know if or when!
almost ready...Maytag A608
Still have a couple of parts on back order and should have them this week. had some minor rust on the bottom of the side panels...wired wheel, rust encapsulator, and some gloss white and looks pretty good. cleaning parts,and painting where needed. have a lot of pics to show once it's completed. a quick question? when I've tried to place more than one pic, all i see is the last one entered...any suggestions on sending multiple pic on same message. thanks to you guys for checking in. taking longer than planned, but pretty much replacing all parts. will provide parts list too when finished. this is a lot like restoring cars, but learning a lot about a mainstay of american engineering and design.
Thank,
Keith
Still have a couple of parts on back order and should have them this week. had some minor rust on the bottom of the side panels...wired wheel, rust encapsulator, and some gloss white and looks pretty good. cleaning parts,and painting where needed. have a lot of pics to show once it's completed. a quick question? when I've tried to place more than one pic, all i see is the last one entered...any suggestions on sending multiple pic on same message. thanks to you guys for checking in. taking longer than planned, but pretty much replacing all parts. will provide parts list too when finished. this is a lot like restoring cars, but learning a lot about a mainstay of american engineering and design.
Thank,
Keith
Hi Keith
That's a good question. I've always had to do them one at a time, so I wait here with you til someone more tech savvy come along.
That's a good question. I've always had to do them one at a time, so I wait here with you til someone more tech savvy come along.
