Modern KA mixers

[mixfinder]

I'm So Glad We Had This Time Together

Its time to tweak my ear and let the thread fade away with this parting shot.  The K4 had bubbled paint and I was surprised when the paint pulled off easily in long strips.  The internals looked good and these mixers are designed to withstand some pretty high temperatures.  The cord needs to be replaced as the outer covering is cracked.  I don't use it so the replacement hasn't been a priority.  I did paint it using the same paint as this K45 but I also painted the exterior of the mixing bowl to match. I'll be wondering what you might think. when you see it in it's glory.

 

The profile picture is explained in As the Tub Turns thread 34147

 

[neptunebob]

Rich why so negative?

It really is too bad that National Depression Screening day it not until October but your life can be better. Not only does it help to get enough fiber but have you talked to your doctor about an antidepressant? The side effects of the ones today are a lot less than they were in the 80s. Life can be better!

 

[rp2813]

I seem to be cultivating a spare KA farm myself.  Besides the Pro HD which occupies prime kitchen counter space, in the basement I have both my mom's old 1980-ish Hobart K45SS (in an original box) and the older K45 I recently snagged for $30.  I do want at least one tilt-head model to have around.  The older non-solid state K45 (pictured further up) is much quieter than the K45SS, so I think that one will ultimately be the keeper.  The almond color kind of kills it for me with the K45SS.

 

If I get my sister the Professional 600 or 620 for her 60th birthday, her current Ultra Power will end up as a spare.  It's spreading.

 

I think I'll wait to find a K4 and then stop accumulating KA's at that point.

 

While we're on the subject, I received my free replacement feet for the K45 in the mail this week from KA parts in Greenville.  All it took was a phone call and some patience, since they were not in stock and it took a couple of months for the feet to arrive.  Even with the wait it beats paying for five individual feet on ebay and associated inflated shipping. 

 

[sudsmaster]

Yes, Ralph, these KA/Hobart mixers are so cool it's difficult not to say no to one, even if one doesn't have much actual need for them.

For those who find collecting cool machines without actually using them to be negative or depressing, I suggest you try to mind your own life.

 

[mixfinder]

Second Opinion

For those who find collecting cool machines without actually using them to be negative or depressing, I suggest you try to mind your own life.

 

I have strong opinions and have tried to reference the words I use with appliances, "it has been my experience" which can be neither right or wrong, it simply is.  Given the fact we can't see each other, pick up on inflection and facial expressions it is difficult to know your intent  Rich,  when you sometimes feel like the school ground bully or press so hard when there's room for each of us to have our own experience without making someone else uncomfortable.

 

[sudsmaster]

Kelly,.

If you felt bullied you have done a remarkable job of concealing it. In any case my intent in the past week has been to clarify your pronouncements regarding KA motors. Before that, I had the flu and I have no idea what I was thinking.

Now I don't mind if someone wants to show off their cooking expertise... the photos are pretty even if the text is sometimes confusing. But next time I'll just let someone else figure it out.

I admit I'm not so diplomatic when it comes to dealing with passive aggressive behavior but of course I'll try to be more patient in future.

While we may have our differences of opinion I certainly respect your extensive experience with mixers both mechanical and culinary, and over time I have grown an increased appreciation for your contributions.

 

[JaredH]

Wow! Lets keep this goin!

 

[norgeway]

Well...Just try to choke this down!!

It has a small bowl, and weighs a ton, but it really is the smoothest quitest thing ive ever seen, and its eighty years old!!

 

[norgeway]

What was that???

Every kitchen needs more than one!!! the k5-a is a 65, same age as me.

 

[norgeway]

Well,

There are a few more, personally, I dont use a Kitchen Aid for everything, for layer cakes, I use a Sunbeam, or my 56 Kenmore.

 

[norgeway]

And..

A few more!

 

[norgeway]

MORE!

Yes...More!

 

[rp2813]

WOW!

That 80-year old Hobart is sweet!  You can't get more butch in a kitchen appliance. That is a MAN's mixer.

 

[norgeway]

It is..

A bit chipped and well used, but I left it that way, it pulls the ice cream freezer or meat grinder great!!! I but chuck roasts on sale, and grind my own hamburger, usually 20 to 30 pounds at a time, it just idles thru it, when I use the k5, it gets so hot you cant put your hand on it, not the old one!!

 

[JaredH]

My Experience is from an '88 or'89 ProLine-WP Made.

 

[JaredH]

BUMP -_-

 

[petek]

A few of todays flyers have the Ultra Power Plus mixer for $249 Cdn. Prices are dropping here on KA. forgot,, as well as a $50 KA coupon for accessories etc.

 

[rp2813]

In case anyone missed it on the other thread, I took advantage of a 20% off deal from KitchenAid on ebay and got a refurbed Professional 600 for $219 with free shipping, which was by far the best deal out of everything I'd seen on line.

 

It arrived today so I had to unpack it immediately to check how loud the motor sounded.  Much to my surprise and relief, this Swedish motor model is delightfully quiet!  I think my sister will be pleased with this machine.

 

Here's a shot of the machine in the same "Cocoa Silver" finish as the one I ordered.

[this post was last edited: 5/5/2011-23:16]

 

[sudsmaster]

Ralph,

Please try popping the top and see if it has a metal or a composite plastic gear housing.

It's just five screws. Easy peazy.

 

[rp2813]

OK Rich, I'll see if I can get to it over the weekend.