Those will last longer than anything made today. Most of the common running gear parts are still around but you'll want to find spare timers (eBay) for them if you want to keep them around for the long haul. Those have been obsoleted for quite sometime now.
Suggestions on buying a new front load washer and dryer
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neptunebob
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So will you get a front loader too?
I have the LG and it has been reliable but the odor issue is there. Would a Speed Queen stink less?
I have the LG and it has been reliable but the odor issue is there. Would a Speed Queen stink less?
I have the LG and it has been reliable but the odor issue is there
Do you run enough hot washes using chlorine/oxygen bleach and leave the door ajar between uses? Clean the trap filter often? Don't overuse fabric softener?
A top load Speed Queen may emit less odor but a front load one will most likely provide the same results if not worse due to the lack of a heater.
Do you run enough hot washes using chlorine/oxygen bleach and leave the door ajar between uses? Clean the trap filter often? Don't overuse fabric softener?
A top load Speed Queen may emit less odor but a front load one will most likely provide the same results if not worse due to the lack of a heater.
mrsproper1
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@qsd-dan Oh that is good to know about the timer I will make sure to search for one on eBay today so I have a back up or two if I can find them!
@neptunebob Yeah I am still on the search for a front loader for my j door laundry room as well. I am looking at the lgs and speed queens but ugh those are so expensive… so unless I find a great deal on a used one it will most likely be some other type of front loader.
@neptunebob Yeah I am still on the search for a front loader for my j door laundry room as well. I am looking at the lgs and speed queens but ugh those are so expensive… so unless I find a great deal on a used one it will most likely be some other type of front loader.
mrsproper1
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@thatwasherguy Thanks I am really happy with it I just stood there watching it wash lol ahhh I missed that amazing agitator action! My husband walked in and said are you just standing there watching it wash lol I said ummm no I’m just waiting to add the softener to the last rinse ha ha Needless to say I’m very pleased!
ryner1988
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Dan is right, definitely get a timer if you plan to make this a long-term daily driver. I have a backup timer for mine on hand ready to go in whenever my current timer starts to give me a lot of problems.
He is also right in that most of the major parts for these direct drive Whirlpool-built machines are still available. Common wear points for these washers are the rubber drive coupler, neutral drain components inside the transmission, and the spin clutch. All of those show as in stock on many online parts dealers.
Congratulations on your machine, it should serve you well.
He is also right in that most of the major parts for these direct drive Whirlpool-built machines are still available. Common wear points for these washers are the rubber drive coupler, neutral drain components inside the transmission, and the spin clutch. All of those show as in stock on many online parts dealers.
Congratulations on your machine, it should serve you well.
has been reliable but the odor issue is there.
I've had my LG since October/November 2021. It has no odor. Always leave the door slightly ajar taking advantage of their design that keeps the door just slightly open and I also pull out the dispenser drawer and let it breathe. And as far as hot washes, the default of maximum of 112F for hot is a joke. And warm a tepid 90F. I use Sanitry (adjust soil level to reduce water heating washes phase time); also Normal with Extra Hot and adjust soil level). That results in temps of 130-150F temps. Warm is limited to 90F. Hot on Normal results in 95-100F max. I refuse to bow down to mandated dumbed down temps. I'm thankful the LG allows me to obtain higher temps with button pushing. I only use top notch powdered detergent (Tide).
I've had my LG since October/November 2021. It has no odor. Always leave the door slightly ajar taking advantage of their design that keeps the door just slightly open and I also pull out the dispenser drawer and let it breathe. And as far as hot washes, the default of maximum of 112F for hot is a joke. And warm a tepid 90F. I use Sanitry (adjust soil level to reduce water heating washes phase time); also Normal with Extra Hot and adjust soil level). That results in temps of 130-150F temps. Warm is limited to 90F. Hot on Normal results in 95-100F max. I refuse to bow down to mandated dumbed down temps. I'm thankful the LG allows me to obtain higher temps with button pushing. I only use top notch powdered detergent (Tide).
mrsproper1
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I looked online to decide the year of my washer and it said possible 2016-2017 that doesn’t seem right?
Here is the serial no for the washer C 71408335.
Any idea on the age?
Here is the serial no for the washer C 71408335.
Any idea on the age?
Dryer F907 = Whirlpool's Findlay OH factory, 7th week of 1979 (or 1969 or 1989 or 2019 which are no per the aesthetics).
Washer C714 = Whirlpool's Clyde OH factory, 14th week of 1987 (or 1977 which can't be for a direct-drive, or 2017 which also is a no).
110. leading digits on the model numbers also indicate sourced from Whirlpool.
mark_wpduet
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Oh wow - you went with an old school w/d
Cool!
If I had to get a TL that would be the one I would want...they clean so well.. a little aggressive tho..
When I first got my Duet, I did the same thing.. sat in front of it to watch it.
Good luck with them..
Cool!
If I had to get a TL that would be the one I would want...they clean so well.. a little aggressive tho..
When I first got my Duet, I did the same thing.. sat in front of it to watch it.
Good luck with them..
repairguy
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So 1987 for the washer and 1979 build date for the dryer as Glenn stated. And the good news is with the right person these machines can be kept running for many years. Enjoy!
mrsproper1
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@dadoes thank you for finding that info for me it’s cool to know when and where they were made.
@markwpduet yeah I’m a huge fan of vintage things so rightfully so I wanted a vintage washer and dryer. I’m really happy with them and wow it does a great job at washing I’ve missed having a old machine and so happy I found these guys. And so happy I found this group too you all are amazing, it’s cool talking with people who have the same interest in appliances vintage or new.
@ repairguy yeah I want to keep these around as long as I can so I am going to try to look for spare parts on eBay now and online as well just in case something goes awry and needs replacing.
Photo- I may have put a little too much detergent in this time but she is happily washing away.
@markwpduet yeah I’m a huge fan of vintage things so rightfully so I wanted a vintage washer and dryer. I’m really happy with them and wow it does a great job at washing I’ve missed having a old machine and so happy I found these guys. And so happy I found this group too you all are amazing, it’s cool talking with people who have the same interest in appliances vintage or new.
@ repairguy yeah I want to keep these around as long as I can so I am going to try to look for spare parts on eBay now and online as well just in case something goes awry and needs replacing.
Photo- I may have put a little too much detergent in this time but she is happily washing away.
mrsproper1
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@mark_wpduet What do you love about your WP duet, I am looking for a front loader too and so far have heard good things about the LG with turbo wash but would like to hear about the WP duet too…[this post was last edited: 4/20/2023-15:16]
my first exposure to front load washers
My first exposure to front load laundry was at the laundromat my family and I would go to when we were in a duplex. They really got the clothes clean and dry.
My first exposure to front load laundry was at the laundromat my family and I would go to when we were in a duplex. They really got the clothes clean and dry.
mark_wpduet
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Honestly, in 2005 when I first got it... I hated it...I was expecting laundromat FL wash action with water half way up the door...I kept thinking, "why am I not seeing water?" I was really bummed out at first.... But I just stuck with it and trusted it knew what it was doing and it does...It slowly grew on me until I actually love it. One of the first things I remember noticing was less lint on the lint screen of the dryer. I really have no clue about the current duet FL washers...after all these years so much has changed...so I can't really recommend or NOT recommend them.. I just don't know. But based on videos I've watched, LG with turbo wash seems to have the best wash action and they have a spray rinse too and they are easy for techs to repair if something goes wrong.
If i may interject my two cents worth...i grew up with Maytag and GE top loaders. But when I got my own place I bought a front loader due to seeing them operate at work...in a healthcare facility. Now I can't fit any of the behemoths out there now in my laundry so i have to use European front loaders like Asko and Miele. I love them both and have never had cleaner clothes. They both have heaters and multiple rinses. You mentioned dingy whites...i had that problem too. I tried everything and was using good quality LIQUID detergent. So .. i switched to using ONLY Tide or Cheer powder in my white loads and now I don't have gray whites anymore. I use Tide pods in colors just for convenience and to keep hubby from overdosing the washer (which is easy to do with a water softener). I've never had the moldy smell problem either since I always leave my door open. Asko tells me to in the owners manual. I do wish I had space to also own a Maytag orbital top load like my mother's too just for certain items. But i will never go back to a tooloader for full time use.
mrsproper1
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@mark_wpduet okay well thank you for your honesty, maybe the LG turbo is the way to go for now…
@askolover hmm I hadn’t even put Asko washers on my radar.. and thank you for the detergent tip, I did recently buy some tide after watching one of the fellow members YouTube videos where he recommends Tide! We will see if it can revive my poor dingy whites!
@askolover hmm I hadn’t even put Asko washers on my radar.. and thank you for the detergent tip, I did recently buy some tide after watching one of the fellow members YouTube videos where he recommends Tide! We will see if it can revive my poor dingy whites!
maytaga806
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We’re still on this? They deleted the post.
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If you’ll look at both the OP and reply #1 you’ll see that they were both posted by the same new member. Apparently the member was unfamiliar with the site and for some reason deleted the OP and then reposted the same text 14 mins later.
The OP has been engaged with this thread all along and has politely thanked all the members who have offered their suggestions and advice. So, yes we are still on this topic and it appears that the new member, Mrsproper1 is most appreciative of all the input.
So what’s the problem?
Eddie
If you’ll look at both the OP and reply #1 you’ll see that they were both posted by the same new member. Apparently the member was unfamiliar with the site and for some reason deleted the OP and then reposted the same text 14 mins later.
The OP has been engaged with this thread all along and has politely thanked all the members who have offered their suggestions and advice. So, yes we are still on this topic and it appears that the new member, Mrsproper1 is most appreciative of all the input.
So what’s the problem?
Eddie
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