Owners manual along with parts/service book for Maytag wringer washers can be downloaded from AW library.
Last time one looked at my copy of service manual for Maytag wringer no mention was m made for oiling or otherwise lubricating motor. Could be wrong, so may have a look when have spare moment.
If washer has sat sitting for decade or more yes, things are bound to be tight. Belt may also need attention from sitting so long. In all cases condition in basement would also determine how bad things may be.
Personal point of view is to run machine once or few times (with water) to see what there is. If you get heavy to moderate oil/grease leaking down rear leg, wringers aren't preforming well as they should, ditto for pump, transmission and so forth, at least you know where you are. With that list in hand can go about setting up a plan for action including acquiring necessary parts.
As for pump being "tight" who knows what crud might lurk inside. *LOL*
Build-up of lint, hard water deposits, detergent or soap residue may be gumming up the works so to speak.
Regarding the casters, whatever you decide to use to treat metal bits I'd keep it clear of actual wheels unless sure won't cause harm.
Even with full tub of water Maytag wringer washers should glide rather easily. When empty mine requires little more effort than push with finger to move it about. One could do that wearing a frilly apron, starched shirtwaist and cha-cha heels if desired. *LOL*
Last time one looked at my copy of service manual for Maytag wringer no mention was m made for oiling or otherwise lubricating motor. Could be wrong, so may have a look when have spare moment.
If washer has sat sitting for decade or more yes, things are bound to be tight. Belt may also need attention from sitting so long. In all cases condition in basement would also determine how bad things may be.
Personal point of view is to run machine once or few times (with water) to see what there is. If you get heavy to moderate oil/grease leaking down rear leg, wringers aren't preforming well as they should, ditto for pump, transmission and so forth, at least you know where you are. With that list in hand can go about setting up a plan for action including acquiring necessary parts.
As for pump being "tight" who knows what crud might lurk inside. *LOL*
Build-up of lint, hard water deposits, detergent or soap residue may be gumming up the works so to speak.
Regarding the casters, whatever you decide to use to treat metal bits I'd keep it clear of actual wheels unless sure won't cause harm.
Even with full tub of water Maytag wringer washers should glide rather easily. When empty mine requires little more effort than push with finger to move it about. One could do that wearing a frilly apron, starched shirtwaist and cha-cha heels if desired. *LOL*