So, what's next??
Although I was thrilled to find the machine runs, I will still have plenty to do before I make a slot in the Ogden Laundry for this one.
First of all the motor needs an overhaul. I had some trouble getting it to start up, so I suspect the bearings are swimming in goo.
Second, I will assume all water seals are shot. I'll bet the turquoise Lady K that the tub boot is dried out and will leak like the proverbial sieve if I was to put water into this now. I expect I will also need to carefully inspect and likely replace any seals around the water level control.
Third, I think it may be wise to do an overhaul of the transmission. This machine has been sitting unused for a LOOOONNNNG time and I fear the transmission oil may be as thick as the 'Speed Queen Molasses' that Jon posted about recently.
So, for once,the turquoisedude is NOT blindly running into a restoration project with high hopes and band-aid solutions that ultimately have to be redone (I learned that much from the seemingly-never-ending Inglis and GE Combo projects).
Now, here's what I am fishing for... I would like to get the service manual for this washer before I start in on it. If anyone has a lead on one or sees one up for sale, please let me know!!
One very positive note - the timer works!! I said a novena to Sonny Service for that... LOL In the meantime, though, I think I have information to get the motor out and send it to my buddies in Magog for a once-over! Stay tuned!!
