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Ohhh, Nice Almost MIB Maytag Wringer
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cehalstead
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not quite MIB, IMHO
looks to me like it has been repainted...notice the white start/stop knob and the different color paint around the decal. The price is in line with the restored Maytag wringers sold by Lehman's Hardware in Kidron, Ohio.
looks to me like it has been repainted...notice the white start/stop knob and the different color paint around the decal. The price is in line with the restored Maytag wringers sold by Lehman's Hardware in Kidron, Ohio.
gmmcnair
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Lovely machine, but if you watch Craig's List, you can pick up a Maytag with a lot of life left in it for well under $100.
I own a Maytag E2L (the square tub variety), which I use as our primary machine in the summertime. Bought it on E-bay for $35. I had to replace the agitator, but that was it. It's in its third, trouble-free season, and the last patent on that machine is late 1939. (The only special concession I make is using it on a GFCI outlet)
I love these machines, they agitate beautifully, and their turnover is very gentle and thorough. That, coupled with a rinse tub, makes them one of the most water and time-efficient machines around. I can get through our typical 5-7 loads of laundry in a couple of hours, have it all flapping in the breeze, and still have time for other stuff for the rest of my Saturday.
Plus, I have a special sentimental attachment; that was the machine that got me interested in vintage automatics. I love the workmanship on the older machines; something you just cannot get in today's throwaway society.
Lovely machine, but if you watch Craig's List, you can pick up a Maytag with a lot of life left in it for well under $100.
I own a Maytag E2L (the square tub variety), which I use as our primary machine in the summertime. Bought it on E-bay for $35. I had to replace the agitator, but that was it. It's in its third, trouble-free season, and the last patent on that machine is late 1939. (The only special concession I make is using it on a GFCI outlet)
I love these machines, they agitate beautifully, and their turnover is very gentle and thorough. That, coupled with a rinse tub, makes them one of the most water and time-efficient machines around. I can get through our typical 5-7 loads of laundry in a couple of hours, have it all flapping in the breeze, and still have time for other stuff for the rest of my Saturday.
Plus, I have a special sentimental attachment; that was the machine that got me interested in vintage automatics. I love the workmanship on the older machines; something you just cannot get in today's throwaway society.
My question is, does anyone call them "roller washers"? Or is that another example of a stupid seller. As far as I know they're always called a wringer washer or a mangle washer by the even older people.
oldwasherguy
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roller washer?
thats someone who dont have a clue!Don
thats someone who dont have a clue!Don
Gmmcnair:Good for you! I have my 1954 Commander going full steam ahead as I am typing this. It is a wonderful machine and can hardly be heard when in use. Drop me a note if you want to chat about wringers. Have fun. Gary
bpetersxx
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This may be available at Hessions
Also half dozen wringers at hessions can be fixed and used
Also found some new wringer rolls too
Also half dozen wringers at hessions can be fixed and used
Also found some new wringer rolls too
It looks repainted to me. Typical of a Lehman's or similar rebuild.
I repaired machines for a Maytag dealer in the 1960's and they sprayed everything including the exterior of the tub. I was always amazed that the customer would accept such a cosmetic mess on their prize Maytag although The mechanical repairs were always good.
We sold Maytag, Whirlpool, Easy, Hoover, and Frigidaire...a rare combination in the days of strict franchising.
I always have good used wringer machines in stock if anyone is interested.
Mike A
I repaired machines for a Maytag dealer in the 1960's and they sprayed everything including the exterior of the tub. I was always amazed that the customer would accept such a cosmetic mess on their prize Maytag although The mechanical repairs were always good.
We sold Maytag, Whirlpool, Easy, Hoover, and Frigidaire...a rare combination in the days of strict franchising.
I always have good used wringer machines in stock if anyone is interested.
Mike A
mickeyd
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Hi Mike
I go thru Troy twice a year on my way to Weston Priory in Vermont where a high school chum is a Benedictine monk. Can't remember seeing you post before. So glad to meet you.
I have a Norge "semi-automatic " wringer, but she's dying. I'd pay a good buck for a restored KM WP Norge or any other brand with a good pump and an automatic shut-off. How did I ever miss you. My all time favorite machine is the Easy Spin.
Mike
I go thru Troy twice a year on my way to Weston Priory in Vermont where a high school chum is a Benedictine monk. Can't remember seeing you post before. So glad to meet you.
I have a Norge "semi-automatic " wringer, but she's dying. I'd pay a good buck for a restored KM WP Norge or any other brand with a good pump and an automatic shut-off. How did I ever miss you. My all time favorite machine is the Easy Spin.
Mike
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