Poppy red 1-18 project

[mayfan69]

Gorgeaus!

That's gorgeaus Patrick!

I'd be interested to see the teardown of your Imperial Multimatic set as one of my Multimatics here in Australia might a tear down itself.

I have the repair manuals, but to see pics of someone who has already done it, would be very helpful.

Cheers
Leon

 

[areuoneto]

Looks great

Patrick all I can say WOW you did a great job, glad it went to a great home. Happy washing.....The collection looks great.

Brett

 

[pdub]

Thanks guys!

Kelly - I remember how mesmerized you were watching the '63 the first time you saw it. Hail Mary is right!

Joe - I'll do a Multimatic thread here in the next day or so.

MickeyD - I know you didn't trick me into showing the agitator! LOL The distant shot tricked your eyes. In person, the green and blue rings are really cool.

Darren - Thanks for the compliments. The plastic ring around the Multimatic tub is original and the best side is actually showing in the pic. It had some mildew but I cleaned it with everything under the sun and it came out better than it started.

Ben - Thanks for your kind words. I had really wanted a '61-'63 Custom Imperial like you have because I like the push buttons but as you know they are rarer than hen's teeth.

Brian - So nice of you to pop in! I have noticed the same thing about 70's machines becoming less and less. I don't even see the center dial Maytag's much on CL anymore. I've got some more things in the works that YOU will like.

Peter - I knew the poppy red 1-18 would be a hit with you. I must be psychic! Hope you are doing well.

Robert - Thank YOU! and for confirming on the agitator. I remember you saying that in the Super U video. Where is that machine these days? I am surprised that TLC didn't want to film it in action as it is made for TV!

Leon - I'll cover everything I did on getting the Multimatic up and running. I did not have to rebuild the transmission so hopefully you don't either. Good that you have the manual as it will help.

Brett - So glad you saw this. I owe it all to you for finding this machine. Thank you again. Hope to see you visit down here one of these days.

Patrick

 

[philr]

You have really nice machines Patrick!

 

[eddy1210]

I'm on my way down right now to see all the wonderful changes to your laundry studio!  You're making me want a 1-18 more and more all the time Patrick.  Glad you found time to post all these wonderful photos.

 

[christfr]

GOOD JOB

AWESOME JOB WAY TO GO.. AINT THEY FUN??. no honest that is a pretty machine and you did a great job know how much you love that 1-18.. you know i have its twin here you should come and get her.. ha ha

 

[bajaespuma]

Great post.

Thank you for the lessons in this post. One question: how did you get the spray fill ring to work so evenly? I've cleaned out and re-installed two of these, but the sprays in the last slits are always much droopier than the sprays in the first slits. Is it just a question of house water pressure?

 

Also, I bought a 1-18 sieve-type lint filter on ebay a while back on faith. Are they interchangeable with the bed of nails type?

 

[gansky1]

That is sure a pretty poppy! Nice job on the remodeling - I like the Imperial panel a lot.

I wonder if they were polishing rocks in this machine before you got it, one of the most broken agitators I've ever seen. Maybe Peter H will post a picture of the 1-18 agitator he altered by removing all of the cones except in the middle? Can't remember now exactly but I don't think it functioned all that well with the cones gone...

 

[washer-kid]

Patrick,
You did a awesome job! I am so happy for you and your awesome collection...I can see all your hardwork paid -off ! I am still looking for any Frigidaire washer...wish me luck...you are the man...I love the 63 Frigidaire set....I have a 60 Frigidaire Custom Imperial dryer...I have given up on finding the matching washer...it is such a hard one to find....PLEASE KEEP UP ALL THE GOOD WORK...you have given a new hope to me....

Tony

 

[revvinkevin]

 

 

Wow Patrick, GREAT job on the 1-18, it sure is purrrdy!   That color does really POP doesn't it?   I love it!   I like the window in the lid too, wish my 1-18 had one!   Wonderful photos of the progression of the projest too!  GREAT JOB!

 

I'd love to see your collection in person some day!

 

Kevin

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Patrick -

What can I say that hasn't already been said? NEAT job on the 1-18. Looks like you had fun, and I am glad that "some other member" inspired you to post these.

The '63 set is incredibly elegant. That era Frigidaire I have to say was done in a very classy way.

Cool! And yes, do show us the pics of the '63 re-do, I am sure Mickey will get the vapors for sure...

Gordon

 

[foraloysius]

Another 1-18 saved! Poppy red or terracotta, it's a very pretty machine. And ofcourse it's great to see some pictures of your 1963 Multimatic set. That set is to die for, the Hamburger is right, you should do a thread about that set!

I'm sure you will have fun when Eddy is coming for a visit. I'll be thinking of all the fun we had last year!

 

[brianl]

That phone on the wall....

I have those same phones and the more buttons versions at home too! That is one reliable phone system. Sorry to be off topic, but I couldn't help but notice. I have about 10 extensions in my house.

 

[pdub]

OMG - my 15 minutes are still going!

PhilR- Thank you. I really admire your Frigidaire collection too. You've got some great machines.

Eddy- Thanks! You'll have to make room for a 1-18 by getting rid of one of those front load boil washers! Or you could always bring a certain lighted SQ down here.

Chris- You better check your garage. Your poppy may be missing! LOL

Ken- I really think it has to do with high water pressure on the spray fill. All my machines fill very quick because I had the incoming house pressure valve turned up a bit. On the lint filter, the 2 types are not interchangable. The subtops are designed differently as to how they mount. I actually think the sieve type clogs too fast anyway and then just runs over the back.

Greg- Thanks for the compliment. The new control panel is nicer and gives a few more coptions without having to change the settings mid cycle. I like Special for when you want to do a small load with slow agitation but a fast spin speed.

Tony- I'm glad to have inspired you. I've had a love of Frigidaire's since I was a kid. The first set I got just kind of found me. Then I discovered this club and the collection began. Just keep thinking about that elusive machine and it just may appear some day.

Kevin- You will have to come up sometime. Thanks for all your compliments. It was fun putting this thread together. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Gordon- Yes, YOU have been an inspiration for me to get back into tackling some of these washer projects. I am constantly amazed at your knowledge of all things Kenmore. Thanks for being a good friend.

Louis- I miss you and wish you could be out here for the upcoming wash-in. Don't worry as I'm sure there will be lots of pictures coming your way.

BrianL- AHA, so you spotted the AT&T Merlin phone. My house is wired for them using the 820 control unit. I truly miss the days of land line voice calls. The system only has 1 active POTS line on it now as most calls seem to come over the iPhone these days.

 

[jetcone]

ooo Patrick

MY Fave color for a 1-18! THat is beautiful and your restoration of it rivals what I do to my machines! What a beauty! Don't ya love the switch ability with those 1-18 control panels, just a plug/ unplug and you are done!

That base plate really cleaned up, better than I thought looking at your initial photos.

I have never seen a jet cone agitator in such bad shape! How in heck did they knock the top ring off?? Thats heat sealed vinyl for gawks sake! Its one solid piece of vinyl after assembly!

A Beauty for sure, enjoy for many years to come.

Jon

 

[rickr]

Very nice restoration Patrick! Congratulations on that great looking machine.

 

[mickeyd]

Back for more.

Did you get to see the water jet action with the missing top rocket stage or did you skip that drama?

In pic #11, you can see three hoses: inlet, recirc, and what is the other one for?

Wonderful Joe L. gave me 2 Energy rings for a song. I only needed one. Would you like the other one. The machine is so perfect, it's crying for a new Easter skirt for the Poppy Parade.

 

[qualin]

That's a fantastic restoration. Thank you for sharing the pictures of your machines with us!

 

[oldskool]

The "Poppy" pops

...now gasping, catching my breath, turning on the fan - it's HOT!

Without a doubt, the most beautiful and stunning 1-18 I've ever seen! Your attention to detail and quality are to be commended. A job above and beyond well done!

John

 

[pdub]

Jon - Thanks for the compliment. Frigidaire used porcelain on steel for the base plates so it makes them easier to clean up. It's funny but this is the second jetcone I've seen with the top ring snapped off. You gotta wonder what people do or what kid was playing around with his mom's washer!

Rick - Thank you. I've had some great inspiration from you and the machines you've restored. You've got some real showpieces.

MickeyD - Yes, I watched it wash when I got it back home to see what it did and with a full tub of water it sprayed the lid like a Kelvinator. Of course this machine wasn't designed for that so lots of water went where it shouldn't. The third hose at the very right of the picture is actually the drain hose and the outlet end is just resting where the suds return hose would have gone if there was one.

Bud - Thank you and I have really enjoyed sharing with the site. More to come.

John - You are right about the color. Poppy is my favorite of the 'modern' Frigidaire colors. Thank you for the high praise!