christfr
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remember the 1-18 that was on ebay a several weeks ago? the rusty one that leaked and no one wanted? well it now lives in st louis and seems to be happy again.. so here is what a 20 dollar bid got me
the unwanted one
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rusty crudy tub and body there was a good half an inch of sandy dirt in the bottom and she leaked like a bad bad machine
rusty crudy tub and body there was a good half an inch of sandy dirt in the bottom and she leaked like a bad bad machine
christfr
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all apart
was really amazed how easy it was to take apart..had the cone and tub out
was really amazed how easy it was to take apart..had the cone and tub out
christfr
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much better
its sort of like working on a car but she is now much better
its sort of like working on a car but she is now much better
christfr
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after
all clean and sealed no leaks no more rust.
all clean and sealed no leaks no more rust.
westytoploader
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WOOHOO!!!!! Way to go Chris, this machine is really lookin' sharp! Congrats on another great 1-18...what's model is this one?
--Austin
--Austin
christfr
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im happy with it
it will do for a 20 dollar machine. guess i felt sorry for it well either that or im just a sucker for something to keep me busy.. it runs fine and for what ever reason the one has a super turn over when running.. the cone is cracked but think i have found a better one..its a wonder what some elbow grease, primer and paint, and epoxy will do.. it think it says mod WIG if thats right.. so what year is this child?
it will do for a 20 dollar machine. guess i felt sorry for it well either that or im just a sucker for something to keep me busy.. it runs fine and for what ever reason the one has a super turn over when running.. the cone is cracked but think i have found a better one..its a wonder what some elbow grease, primer and paint, and epoxy will do.. it think it says mod WIG if thats right.. so what year is this child?
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Judging by the control panel it looks like a late-70's machine, but with Frigidaire 1-18s I never know!! The control panel looks like it's in very nice shape (not eaten alive by Spray & Wash as mine was!) as well.
Very interesting that your WIG appears to be basically the same as the WC, with the exception of the markings on the control panel! My water level selector is a little different, and lacks the Jetcone diagram.
Very interesting that your WIG appears to be basically the same as the WC, with the exception of the markings on the control panel! My water level selector is a little different, and lacks the Jetcone diagram.
I have the EXACT same model sitting in my room just waiting to be fixed up... I can't wait to get it out, but for now, it makes for a hell of a nice hamper!
christfr
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im not sure
im not good at years either..its funny if i dont have a project going on im just not happy. so this was a good one. tomorrow im going on the hunt again
im not good at years either..its funny if i dont have a project going on im just not happy. so this was a good one. tomorrow im going on the hunt again
Cool, congrats Chris!!
Wow Chris, you did a great job on the clean up of the machine! Congrats on a great find ~
Ben
Ben
Wow, Chris, great pictures and great restoration! What a difference between before and after, marvelous job! Enjoy, I know you've wanted a 1/18 for quite a while.
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Good Job
I'm envious. Chris, I e mailed you before and you told me that you were the one who won this treasure that I was considering on bidding on as a parts machine for my working WIG. You probably gave it a better home then if I had it just sitting and collecting dust until it was needed for surgery.
Rich
I'm envious. Chris, I e mailed you before and you told me that you were the one who won this treasure that I was considering on bidding on as a parts machine for my working WIG. You probably gave it a better home then if I had it just sitting and collecting dust until it was needed for surgery.
Rich
frontaloadotmy
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What a great job
You did. A talented artist, I think.
You did. A talented artist, I think.
The unwanted one
This is a real awsome restoration. I love the 1/18 it is my favorate washer.
Best Of Luck with it.
Peter
This is a real awsome restoration. I love the 1/18 it is my favorate washer.
Best Of Luck with it.
Peter
toggleswitch
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What a make-over. Would you be so kind as to assist my plast
You go boi!
You go boi!
panthera
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who'd a thunk it?
That is more than just ok, that is fantastic. Very nice work. I have often wondered what would have happened if GM had kept these machines...would they have gotten cheaper and cheaper or kept their quality? The simplicity of your mechanism compared to early 'matics is striking.
Thanks for sharing!
That is more than just ok, that is fantastic. Very nice work. I have often wondered what would have happened if GM had kept these machines...would they have gotten cheaper and cheaper or kept their quality? The simplicity of your mechanism compared to early 'matics is striking.
Thanks for sharing!
Wonderful job! Congratulations!
mayken4now
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Nice 1/18 Chris. I have a new one too. I think it is going to be a parts machine though.
Steve
Steve
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Hi Chris. Great restoration job. Machine looks like mine...same control panel. Only difference is mine is harvest gold cabinet. I also saw pictures of your '51 Westy slant front which is also same as the one I have.
Ross
Ross
Looks MINT again! Good job Chris!
Wow Chris. Thanks for the great pics. You have talent and it shows. I love seeing a GM Frigidaire being brought back to life. It's time for me to get to work on my projects now that it has warmed up. Thanks for the motivation!
Patrick
Patrick
christfr
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thanks all
must say this one was fun..would love to do another 1-18 some day... did go hunting today and brought home another ka superba..this one must be like the last year ka made them..way dirty and full of mouse poo as usuall...ick...but once i find a top rack its goin in the house..wanted a sort of retro dishwasher for everyday..thanks so much for all the kind words hugs from st louis...
must say this one was fun..would love to do another 1-18 some day... did go hunting today and brought home another ka superba..this one must be like the last year ka made them..way dirty and full of mouse poo as usuall...ick...but once i find a top rack its goin in the house..wanted a sort of retro dishwasher for everyday..thanks so much for all the kind words hugs from st louis...
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