Vintage Maytags

[maytag63]

Maytag plate

The dryer cord was so brittle that it broke apart, so I couldn't try the light.

 

[e2l-arry]

BEAUTIFUL!

You can easily replace the dryer cord. And the agitator was definitely replaced. They were all black back in those days. Some had filters, some didn't. They must get brittle and break with age. Probably why we see so many pre-1966 Maytag wringers with the turquoise agitators. My Mom's A502 was like yours except no light. Hers was new in March, 1965. So I think the upgraded models had light AND the filter agitator. The lower down model 2 speeds had no light and a non-filter agitator. Does the agitator come out easily? We'll all be interested to see how they test out!

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Nice!

That timer knob cap is findable. I'll bet John (Combo52) has one or so and I might have one kicking around although it'll take a little digging...

RCD

 

[maytag63]

Thank you. I would appreciate it if you or anyone could assist in looking for one.

I should have better pictures this weekend.

 

[wayupnorth]

Gosh Jason, You found those in that nice condition in our somewhat neck of the woods. Hope they work perfect for you with little work. I love my old Maytags. They are dependable every time.

 

[revvinkevin]

 

 

Hi Jason, again VERY NICE, CONGRATS!!!

 

If I'm reading my sheet correctly, the washer was built in December '59.   Also, the little "center cap" for the timer knob is copper-ish colored aluminum, not plastic.  I agree, Combo52 may have one laying around.

 

Yes the agitator has been replaced.   It would have had the stainless lint filter as well.   A couple years ago I did buy a black plastic replacement agitator off of fleabay, but it was a different type of plastic, not bakelite.

 

Kevin

 

 

 

[maytag63]

Thank you Kevin for the month and date. I was trying to figure it out with no luck. Yes, the cap was copperish color. I will contact Combo52 to see if he has one and if I can purchase it.

 

[revvinkevin]

 

 

You are more than welcome Jason.  

 

If you post the 2 letters at the end of the serial # on the dryer, I can tell you when that was built as well.

 

Kevin

 

[maytag63]

Last two letters

are RS

 

[turquoisedude]

Congratulations!! That was quite a good find indeed!

I hope you find a dial insert - I am sure one will surface!!

 

[revvinkevin]

 

 

Very nice, a matched pair!   Both the washer & dryer were built the same month & year, December 1959.

 

Very nice indeed!

 

Kevin

 

[d-jones]

This timer assembly has been listed on eBay several times in recent months with no takers. For starters I think the seller's asking too much, but he'd also likely do better to separate the timer, dial, knob, and center cap into different auctions. Since this is the center cap you need, you might try suggesting that to him and make him an offer for just that part. Then again the knob is in really good shape as well, so you may want to try to pick that up as a spare.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Maytag-Drye...362?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51b17fc78a

 

[maytag63]

Thank you Kevin for rechecking. The pair are indeed special.

That's a good idea Dave. I will take a look at your link.