OMG !!!! 806 Mega Score
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autowasherfreak
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NICE--You will love them!
Beautiful set, congrats!
polkanut
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Yesterday (11/26), I washed my tablecloth from Thanksgiving and dried it in my HOH DE606. It come out so wrinkle-free that all I had to do was fold and put it back in the linen drawer. It was dried with 2 flat bed sheets, in about 40 minutes, can't beat that for speed.
Eddie, enjoy your "new" babies! Looks like Christmas came early for you this year. LOL
Eddie, enjoy your "new" babies! Looks like Christmas came early for you this year. LOL
WOW EDDIE!
CONGRATULATIONS on finding such an awesome set! Yes you can tell they were very well taken care of... they're in amazing condition! YAY!!!!
Can you post the letter code from the serial numbers so we can tell when they were built, please??
AWESOME FIND!!!
CONGRATS AGAIN!!!
Kevin
CONGRATULATIONS on finding such an awesome set! Yes you can tell they were very well taken care of... they're in amazing condition! YAY!!!!
Can you post the letter code from the serial numbers so we can tell when they were built, please??
AWESOME FIND!!!
CONGRATS AGAIN!!!
Kevin
toploader55
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Hi Kevin
Yes they are Beauties.
I'm running out of things to Wash !!! LOL
The Washer : HA 806 Ser. 769638SY
The HOH Dryer :HDE 806 Ser. 405342 SU
I'm locating a New Belt Set today. The machine this morning was a tad bit sluggish. They are in the Laundry Room which is located right next to the Boiler so Avg. Temp...70 degrees. So I know it's not cool tranny oil. I felt the belts this morning and they feel loose, so may as well change them Right ? And IIRC, they are self tensioning. Never had to do this before.
BTW... I think I'm going to be in San Diego for around 2 days before we leave. I'll call you when things are etched in stone.
Wait 'till you see what I'm bringing back from New Jersey next week !!!
Yes they are Beauties.
I'm running out of things to Wash !!! LOL
The Washer : HA 806 Ser. 769638SY
The HOH Dryer :HDE 806 Ser. 405342 SU
I'm locating a New Belt Set today. The machine this morning was a tad bit sluggish. They are in the Laundry Room which is located right next to the Boiler so Avg. Temp...70 degrees. So I know it's not cool tranny oil. I felt the belts this morning and they feel loose, so may as well change them Right ? And IIRC, they are self tensioning. Never had to do this before.
BTW... I think I'm going to be in San Diego for around 2 days before we leave. I'll call you when things are etched in stone.
Wait 'till you see what I'm bringing back from New Jersey next week !!!
twintubdexter
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the Maytags are nice, but...
...Eddie, in that first photo, is that where you live? That is so nice...like a forest at your door. It must look beautiful in the Spring & Summer.
...Eddie, in that first photo, is that where you live? That is so nice...like a forest at your door. It must look beautiful in the Spring & Summer.
supremewhirlpol
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OK! more people finding 806's ain't helping me here. The next person that I see on here getting a 806 will mean the execution of the Bosch Nexxt WFMC3200UC that sits out back. Don't make me do it...
HARVEST 806 PAIR
Great condition pair Eddie congratulations its always great to get machines that were well cared for. Possible reasons for slow to get going agitation are 1 worn or glazed main drive belt. 2 sticking motor carriage assembly, plastic rollers broken or dry. 3 slightly tight transmission, the agitator shaft bearings often start to get tight in older MTs from lack of lubrication or because of small amounts of water seeping into the bearing area. This is the number one reason that our customers finally give up on 1970s MT washers as this can be a big repair job. If you think this is happing to your machine you can lay the washer on its back with the front panel off and position the transmission so the steel counter balance weight is down. Leaving the washer in this position for several days or more will let some oil get the agitator shaft bearing and may give it a new lease on life. When its tipped on its side turning the main drive pulley by hand will help the oil work in to the bearing. You can also tell if this is even needed by how easily the main drive pulley turns by hand but its a little hard to describe just how easily it should turn,but you should be able to turn the pulley with one finger. Good luck with these in any case they are definitely worth fixing and using.
Great condition pair Eddie congratulations its always great to get machines that were well cared for. Possible reasons for slow to get going agitation are 1 worn or glazed main drive belt. 2 sticking motor carriage assembly, plastic rollers broken or dry. 3 slightly tight transmission, the agitator shaft bearings often start to get tight in older MTs from lack of lubrication or because of small amounts of water seeping into the bearing area. This is the number one reason that our customers finally give up on 1970s MT washers as this can be a big repair job. If you think this is happing to your machine you can lay the washer on its back with the front panel off and position the transmission so the steel counter balance weight is down. Leaving the washer in this position for several days or more will let some oil get the agitator shaft bearing and may give it a new lease on life. When its tipped on its side turning the main drive pulley by hand will help the oil work in to the bearing. You can also tell if this is even needed by how easily the main drive pulley turns by hand but its a little hard to describe just how easily it should turn,but you should be able to turn the pulley with one finger. Good luck with these in any case they are definitely worth fixing and using.
toploader55
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Hi Twintub
Yes that is where I live. I've been taking care of this house for 7 years now. The owners and I have been friends for years. I have a studio apt, and they go to Florida for 7 months and come back in the Spring. It is beautiful here. 300ft of the road and we're on 6 acres of land. There are deer, all kinds of birds (Too many Wild Turkeys) and is very private and peaceful back here. A great place to hide Vintage Machines from the rest of the world.LOL.
The pic is view of the Back Woods from my Terrace.(In summer of course)
Yes that is where I live. I've been taking care of this house for 7 years now. The owners and I have been friends for years. I have a studio apt, and they go to Florida for 7 months and come back in the Spring. It is beautiful here. 300ft of the road and we're on 6 acres of land. There are deer, all kinds of birds (Too many Wild Turkeys) and is very private and peaceful back here. A great place to hide Vintage Machines from the rest of the world.LOL.
The pic is view of the Back Woods from my Terrace.(In summer of course)
toploader55
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Thanks for the Tips John
I just got in from off Cape as I went to pick up a New Set of Belts. I'll try those first and then see what happens from there.
I recieved a phone call from RevvinKevin today and he mentioned the springs and rollers as well. Sounds like a neat trick with laying the machine on it's back. I'm going to say at this point as it did so well yesterday, It could be the belts. We'll see... Stay tuned for more.
I just got in from off Cape as I went to pick up a New Set of Belts. I'll try those first and then see what happens from there.
I recieved a phone call from RevvinKevin today and he mentioned the springs and rollers as well. Sounds like a neat trick with laying the machine on it's back. I'm going to say at this point as it did so well yesterday, It could be the belts. We'll see... Stay tuned for more.
The Washer : HA 806 Ser. 769638SY
Born Nov, 1973
The HOH Dryer :HDE 806 Ser. 405342 SU
Born Sept, 1973
I felt the belts this morning and they feel loose, so may as well change them Right?
The pump belt should naturally feel kinda loose when properly adjusted. Maytag specifically designed it that way. It would definitely be a good idea to replace both belts since you don't know the history of the machine.
And IIRC, they are self tensioning.
The transmission belt is self-tensioned by the two motor carriage springs. The pump belt is tensioned manually by loosening the 3 bolts that hold down the pump and shifting the pump left/right in the slotted grooves for desired tension.
Speaking of motor carriage springs and glides (rollers for the older machines), it would be a good idea to replace those too. Every Maytag I have acquired had very worn (original) rollers, weak springs, and were dry from the lack of poly lube, which caused erratic operation. The square glides superseded the rollers, but they're backwards compatible.
Born Nov, 1973
The HOH Dryer :HDE 806 Ser. 405342 SU
Born Sept, 1973
I felt the belts this morning and they feel loose, so may as well change them Right?
The pump belt should naturally feel kinda loose when properly adjusted. Maytag specifically designed it that way. It would definitely be a good idea to replace both belts since you don't know the history of the machine.
And IIRC, they are self tensioning.
The transmission belt is self-tensioned by the two motor carriage springs. The pump belt is tensioned manually by loosening the 3 bolts that hold down the pump and shifting the pump left/right in the slotted grooves for desired tension.
Speaking of motor carriage springs and glides (rollers for the older machines), it would be a good idea to replace those too. Every Maytag I have acquired had very worn (original) rollers, weak springs, and were dry from the lack of poly lube, which caused erratic operation. The square glides superseded the rollers, but they're backwards compatible.
toploader55
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Thanks Dan
Got 6 Tub Lamps today at Lowes.
Went off Cape to get the belts as every Appliance store around here is "Huh ???"
Also ordered a motor for the other Dryer. I am going to test the HOH dryer before my trip to NJ.
Tub Lamp is now On !!! Love this. Eddie
Got 6 Tub Lamps today at Lowes.
Went off Cape to get the belts as every Appliance store around here is "Huh ???"
Also ordered a motor for the other Dryer. I am going to test the HOH dryer before my trip to NJ.
Tub Lamp is now On !!! Love this. Eddie
Congratulations! I can't believe the great shape they're in; someone handled this pair with kid gloves. They're gorgeous! Looking forward to video when you get the chance.
70series
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Congratulations on finding such an awesome beautiful cared for set, and Happy Thanksgiving.
James
James
Fantastic Maytag save Eddie! The washer looks absolutely fantastic.
Ben
Ben
They do look very nice - good save!
Congratulations...
Glad you managed to get your fave set...and in such great nic as well...love the chrome & lights...when I was tipped off about a set over here all I could think about was "Lighted Controls" but alas it was a 206 set...But having used them and listened to the Rythmic Wash of the Maytags then thats fine...
But if anybodys gotten a spare set of control panels like yours...I`ll buy them...!!
Are all the Maytag gearboxes sealed then?? Do any toploader gearboxes have oil breathers where the oil will escape from if layed horizontally??
Cheers, Mike
Glad you managed to get your fave set...and in such great nic as well...love the chrome & lights...when I was tipped off about a set over here all I could think about was "Lighted Controls" but alas it was a 206 set...But having used them and listened to the Rythmic Wash of the Maytags then thats fine...
But if anybodys gotten a spare set of control panels like yours...I`ll buy them...!!
Are all the Maytag gearboxes sealed then?? Do any toploader gearboxes have oil breathers where the oil will escape from if layed horizontally??
Cheers, Mike
toploader55
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Hi Mike
I'm still a Novice when it comes to the "Techy" stuff. However I'm learning more everyday. I have not noticed any "breather" device on the Maytag Trannys.
The Experts will be able to answer more questions in which I will learn more.
BTW, I put on the New Belts this morning and That did the trick. As we speak, the machine is just happily washing away.
HEY, WHERE IS REDCARPETDREW ??? I HAVEN'T SEEN ANYTHING AS OF LATELY FROM HIM ON THE BOARDS. IS HE OK ???
I'm still a Novice when it comes to the "Techy" stuff. However I'm learning more everyday. I have not noticed any "breather" device on the Maytag Trannys.
The Experts will be able to answer more questions in which I will learn more.
BTW, I put on the New Belts this morning and That did the trick. As we speak, the machine is just happily washing away.
HEY, WHERE IS REDCARPETDREW ??? I HAVEN'T SEEN ANYTHING AS OF LATELY FROM HIM ON THE BOARDS. IS HE OK ???
HEY, WHERE IS REDCARPETDREW ???
Yes he's fine.... just been buried up to his eyeballs with work, family, work, the holidays and work. Oh, and did I mention work?
;-)
Kevin
Yes he's fine.... just been buried up to his eyeballs with work, family, work, the holidays and work. Oh, and did I mention work?
;-)
Kevin
beekeyknee
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Nice machines. Wish mine were in as good of shape when I got them. Are your damper pads well lubed and springs properly adjusted? The tub looks a bit off center.
Nice machines. Wish mine were in as good of shape when I got them. Are your damper pads well lubed and springs properly adjusted? The tub looks a bit off center.
beekeyknee
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Will your agitator come off?
Will your agitator come off?
toploader55
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The Tub looks off center
Yes it does look off center as I didn't level it until I got all the little things like belts, cleaning, etc done. He's all level now and up to snuff. Thanks for noticing.
Yes it does look off center as I didn't level it until I got all the little things like belts, cleaning, etc done. He's all level now and up to snuff. Thanks for noticing.
beekeyknee
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Get the agitator off if you can, either with the hot water trick or an agitamer. Then clean off splined drive shaft and stem seal, wipe down, probably replace stop ring, and lubricate the area with vaseline or poly-lube. Then replace agitator. Be careful not to damage your porcelain. Sounds easy, but it might not be.
Get the agitator off if you can, either with the hot water trick or an agitamer. Then clean off splined drive shaft and stem seal, wipe down, probably replace stop ring, and lubricate the area with vaseline or poly-lube. Then replace agitator. Be careful not to damage your porcelain. Sounds easy, but it might not be.
beekeyknee
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If you're interested, you can go to the 2010 Archives and look up # 30451. You can see what I did.
If you're interested, you can go to the 2010 Archives and look up # 30451. You can see what I did.
toploader55
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Get the Agitator off..etc
Someday.
I'm a firm believer in "Let the sleeping Dog lie".
Yes, excellent preventive maintenence. Maybe sometime this winter, but for now...If ain't broke...don't fix it. LOL
Someday.
I'm a firm believer in "Let the sleeping Dog lie".
Yes, excellent preventive maintenence. Maybe sometime this winter, but for now...If ain't broke...don't fix it. LOL
redcarpetdrew
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What Kevin said...
Thanks for asking, Eddie. Really! Sorry about the disappearance. As any tech will tell you, the week leading into the Thanksgiving holiday is total hell BUT I'll rant about that in the As The Tub Turns forum as not to ruin this thread about a just fantastic find! Suffice it to say that I 'went to ground' thru the weekend to decompress...
Truly beautiful machines! I can track with the lady keeping them clean. My 72 806's were in fantastic shape and the lady had her husband open the washer so she could wipe out the inside. I LOVE machines that come from loving homes like that!
The only thing that is missing to make this thread perfect is to photograph the two of them with the consoles all lit up... (nudge, nudge... LOL!)
RCD
Thanks for asking, Eddie. Really! Sorry about the disappearance. As any tech will tell you, the week leading into the Thanksgiving holiday is total hell BUT I'll rant about that in the As The Tub Turns forum as not to ruin this thread about a just fantastic find! Suffice it to say that I 'went to ground' thru the weekend to decompress...
Truly beautiful machines! I can track with the lady keeping them clean. My 72 806's were in fantastic shape and the lady had her husband open the washer so she could wipe out the inside. I LOVE machines that come from loving homes like that!
The only thing that is missing to make this thread perfect is to photograph the two of them with the consoles all lit up... (nudge, nudge... LOL!)
RCD
The only thing that is missing to make this thread perfect i
consoles all lit up.....
And the 'tub light'(Hint, hint)
consoles all lit up.....
And the 'tub light'(Hint, hint)
toploader55
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Hey Drew, Hey Gary
Drew, Nice to hear from you. Thought you dropped off the screen. I do understand how every appliance "Miraculously" Breaks down right before, during and after the holiday.
Hey Gary.
The Light is Lit.
I'm in New Jersey for a week now, so I won't be able to get those Night Shots Yet.
Dropped off a machine at BrianL.s today but didn't meet him yet as he was at work and had to beat that awful commuter traffic on route 80. Joisey ??? Don't miss it.
I'll post some pics next Monday when I get home with the Next Surprise.
Eddie
Drew, Nice to hear from you. Thought you dropped off the screen. I do understand how every appliance "Miraculously" Breaks down right before, during and after the holiday.
Hey Gary.
The Light is Lit.
I'm in New Jersey for a week now, so I won't be able to get those Night Shots Yet.
Dropped off a machine at BrianL.s today but didn't meet him yet as he was at work and had to beat that awful commuter traffic on route 80. Joisey ??? Don't miss it.
I'll post some pics next Monday when I get home with the Next Surprise.
Eddie
turquoisedude
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Hey Eddie, that's an awesome Maytag save!! Harvest Gold just suits those machines beautifully, doesn't it?? I know they have gone to a good home for sure. Can't wait to see the next find!!
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