My first vintage washer & dryer
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while yes, some of the 24 inch machines did use a base with an upward curve, and some had smaller blades on the base.....but these larger capacity agitators work just as well in them, in fact I have one now I put a DA into, and it works fine, as always....
I find actually for a full load, the DA works best in these......the only straightvane I ever seen function the best is the original "Surgilator" in the Design2000 machines, with the center post filter!....
I find actually for a full load, the DA works best in these......the only straightvane I ever seen function the best is the original "Surgilator" in the Design2000 machines, with the center post filter!....
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Agitator
I actually prefer the straight vane agitator to the dual action, it always seemed like growing up that the dual action encouraged overloading, since the screw type type action of it would keep even a stuffed load in motion, unfortunately it will also damage clothing in a stuffed load. Straight vanes must be loaded a little light compared to dual actions, but they do a great job cleaning.
That's a pretty good little set, my grandmothers set like it with the 27 inch washer and dual action agitator purchased in 1989 worked for 20 years without fail, and was sold when she redecorated. I purchased an identical washer by itself for my mother 12 years ago at a yard sale for 35 dollars to replace her 1970s GE filter flow after it suffered catastrophic failure. Again, mom is still using hers today.
One thing I can say for kenmore appliances, they last forever, most people seem to replace them Because they are tired of them, rather than because of the appliance wearing out.
I actually prefer the straight vane agitator to the dual action, it always seemed like growing up that the dual action encouraged overloading, since the screw type type action of it would keep even a stuffed load in motion, unfortunately it will also damage clothing in a stuffed load. Straight vanes must be loaded a little light compared to dual actions, but they do a great job cleaning.
That's a pretty good little set, my grandmothers set like it with the 27 inch washer and dual action agitator purchased in 1989 worked for 20 years without fail, and was sold when she redecorated. I purchased an identical washer by itself for my mother 12 years ago at a yard sale for 35 dollars to replace her 1970s GE filter flow after it suffered catastrophic failure. Again, mom is still using hers today.
One thing I can say for kenmore appliances, they last forever, most people seem to replace them Because they are tired of them, rather than because of the appliance wearing out.
I kinda enjoy laundry so smaller loads are no biggie. I believe I will run the straight vane for the next month and then pick up a DA for the fun of it. Water is also included in my property rent so it's a non issue.
Also very much enjoying the short wash time. On light soil it's only maybe 10 minutes and the fryer does a small load in about 20. There's a lot of times I want to wear a specific outfit so this makes that possible if I'm in a rush.
I am enjoying this set but the "bug" has bit me and I'm searching for something a little older with more cool features. Not sure what yet but I saw some whirlpools with nice chrome console trim and I believe light up dials. The guy is only asking 60.00 for the washer but I'm catching the devil reaching him.
Also very much enjoying the short wash time. On light soil it's only maybe 10 minutes and the fryer does a small load in about 20. There's a lot of times I want to wear a specific outfit so this makes that possible if I'm in a rush.
I am enjoying this set but the "bug" has bit me and I'm searching for something a little older with more cool features. Not sure what yet but I saw some whirlpools with nice chrome console trim and I believe light up dials. The guy is only asking 60.00 for the washer but I'm catching the devil reaching him.
The direct drive Whirlpools and Kenmores are some of the best performing and most reliable washers ever made. I use a late '80s Design 2000 Whirly that has never had a repair; granted it has been used by only two people for most of that period but that's still a lot of washing. I also have a later 24" Kenmore in storage for whenever the Whirlpool finally needs some work. IMO now is the time to find good DD washers while there is still a great selection of good machines and parts for reasonable prices all over the country.
