Maytag helical liner kit

[smartdrive1100]

Any transmission issues on Hoovers?

Are the transmissions known to die on these machines? In fact is there anything I need to worry about (apart from the metal outer tub), looks like a Maytag inside but looks like a blackstone money shot, so I’d assume the would be really reliable, one thing does stick out though and that is how the machine does a neutral drain and then kicks into spin that looks like the only thing to fail.

 

[gizmo]

I think if the neutral drain device fails then you would just remove it and it would work the same as a 500 series - slow spinning as it drains, speeding up as the tub empties. Nothing to worry about.

The transmissions are pretty reliable, up to 700 series the top agitator shaft seal is above the usual water level which is good design. Later (800? 900?) ones had a shorter agitator shaft, like a Maytag, with the seal below water level so if the seal fails, the transmission fills with water. Silly.

 

These are old machines now, transmissions could be simply tired and worn out by now, but you have options - more machines will turn up in future, you get others for spare parts. Also John L (Combo52) above has kindly mentioned a big stash of Blackstone parts in the USA, so if needed, you could order from overseas. I may have a part or two - pumps, both belt drive and electric, almost for sure. Not much though, I only ever owned one. (a 720.) These big top loaders aren't really "My Thing" as I'm much more into oddball rare stuff and front loaders, but I was always impressed with the Hoover 720. I also had a friend who was a mum of 2, she had a 620, knew it was old but swore never to get rid of it, if it could be kept alive. She loved it.

 

[smartdrive1100]

Thanks John!

I’ll keep that in mind, although I don’t think anything is seriously wrong with it atm.

 

[smartdrive1100]

I got the price down!

I got the price down, a lot, $40!

The control panel does have a chip which is annoying.

I’ll see if I have enough room to fit the 720.

There is a Hoover zodiac 12 490 (pretty good condition) for sale for $80 somewhere in Melbourne, I’ll give you their phone number via email of you want it.

I’ll keep my eyes out for oddball machines for you as I could probably drop them off sometime.

 

[gizmo]

Thanks for the offer Smartdrive.

I'm not looking for extra machines at the moment, though I'd make room for something special - a Lightburn twin tub with the paddle action, or another Keymatic - I have one but it is missing the motor.

 

If you need help with the Hoover, let me know. I know of a couple of places that just might have parts.

Also you might like to get a copy of "Repairing Australian Washing Machines" by Lindsay Alford. He has a chapter on the Hoover 500-900 series washers. See link below. I have known of Lindsay for many years, I used to get second hand parts from him when he had a workshop in Geelong, he was always friendly and helpful and had a huge stash of salvaged parts. He is now retired or semi-retired, works from home in a suburb of Geelong, still (last time I saw him, a few years ago) had a stockpile of parts. I have a copy of the book, it is very informative. I see he now has updates available online, I think he might sell the book as a PDF too? The book isn't fancy, just printed on A4 paper to put in your own folder, but the information in it is good and he's a lovely bloke so it's good to support him.

https://washfix.com.au/Book.html

 

[smartdrive1100]

I’ll check him out!

The Hoover keymatics have really disappeared, I saw one for sale on gumtree a couple years ago, never saw one again.

 

[smartdrive1100]

Found a lightburn, not the model you are after though

It’s pretty far away.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplac...place_top_picks&referral_story_type=top_picks

 

[gizmo]

Lightburn tumble twin washer. (Big Twin.)

Oooh don't tempt me! My Nan had one of those.

 

[smartdrive1100]

It just popped up on Facebook marketplace and I just thought that you would like it.

 

[smartdrive1100]

GE filter flow for free (with mini basket)

What should I get now… I’m torn between the 620 (for some reason I want to get that), 720 and this filter flow I just found, what should I get?

 

[smartdrive1100]

The 720 is also free

 

[gizmo]

If you've got room, get all three. You now have a collection...

 

[smartdrive1100]

I might be able to get the 720 and filter flow but I’d say the 620 is too far gone plus I don’t think I’ll have room unless I get rid of my parts dryer and my cleansmart (planning on selling my cleansmart).

But I’m not also sure if I can fix the rust on the bottom of the 720, the people with the 620 said it was fine just was ruff on the outside (also was sitting outside for a month and a bit).

What would be best to get first? I will only be able to get one machine for the time being and being that GE filter flows are not the easiest to find I’m edging towards that.

 

[smartdrive1100]

The GE is a no go, tonight is the only time I can get it but it’s too late. Only 2 machines then!

 

[smartdrive1100]

Now the 720 is gone, that leaves the 620.
I would prefer a 565 fully automatic but can’t find that nor a 520.