Probably one of my most thorough rebuilds yet. Hope you all enjoy!
Washer rebuild
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justjunque
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Eugene,
That...was...awesome!!!
As someone with zero mechanical ability, that was beyond amazing.
I loved the addition of the musical score. The tear-down almost sounded sad. Like the machine may have thought it was the end of the road.
Then, the meticulous labor of love on every nut and bolt.
Finally, the glorious and triumphant return to life!
I think I may have teared up just a little.
Man...I wish there weren't so many miles between us.
As the kids say, I'd be all; "Shut up and take my money!"
Not to mention, the fact that you could do it all in less than twenty minutes!
Beautiful work!
Barry [this post was last edited: 4/16/2020-10:35]
That...was...awesome!!!
As someone with zero mechanical ability, that was beyond amazing.
I loved the addition of the musical score. The tear-down almost sounded sad. Like the machine may have thought it was the end of the road.
Then, the meticulous labor of love on every nut and bolt.
Finally, the glorious and triumphant return to life!
I think I may have teared up just a little.
Man...I wish there weren't so many miles between us.
As the kids say, I'd be all; "Shut up and take my money!"
Not to mention, the fact that you could do it all in less than twenty minutes!
Beautiful work!
Barry [this post was last edited: 4/16/2020-10:35]
scrubflex
Well-known member
LOVE IT!!! What did you use to clean up and off the transmission shaft? And, what is the name of the sound quieter you used?
vacerator
Well-known member
Our 1995 Maytag
5 cycle Fabric-Matic was working perfectly still when hubby insisted on replacing it when the vintage 1988 Halo-of-heat gas dryer wore out in 2007. That only happened because we were all working a lot still, and the kids didn't tell me soon enough when it got noisy. The bulkhead sliced deeply into the drum and peforated it.
5 cycle Fabric-Matic was working perfectly still when hubby insisted on replacing it when the vintage 1988 Halo-of-heat gas dryer wore out in 2007. That only happened because we were all working a lot still, and the kids didn't tell me soon enough when it got noisy. The bulkhead sliced deeply into the drum and peforated it.
<span style="font-family: comic sans ms, sans-serif; font-size: 36pt;">THIS VIDEO GIVES ME LIFE!!!!!! Great job !!!</span>
jasonlittle
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This is an awesome video I agree. Yes I was also wondering what the noise deadening material is that you put all over the inside of the machine. I would love to get some of that and put in both my washer and dryer. Even though they are both pretty quiet as they are. I would still not complain to add that extra bit of noise deadening to it .
christfr
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awesome love those tags
Tchaikovsky's Maytag Symphony in AW major
A first class classical rebuild!
Was wondering if you ever replaced the brake gasket that ripped apart on disassembly. That happened to me and I cut a replacement out of a piece of heavy paper about the same thickness, but haven't put it back together yet.
Looked like you had some trouble getting the tub cover back on. That's why I'm afraid to take mine off to do a thorough rebuild as you did.
That video is really really AWesome, man. Thanks for letting us look over the shoulder of a master at work!!
A first class classical rebuild!
Was wondering if you ever replaced the brake gasket that ripped apart on disassembly. That happened to me and I cut a replacement out of a piece of heavy paper about the same thickness, but haven't put it back together yet.
Looked like you had some trouble getting the tub cover back on. That's why I'm afraid to take mine off to do a thorough rebuild as you did.
That video is really really AWesome, man. Thanks for letting us look over the shoulder of a master at work!!
Wonderful job! That machine is ready for another 42 years.
Sound proofing
The stuff for the lid
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...pr%3D1&hash=item21624df776:g:D8cAAOSwIWNdfb2a
The thick foamy stuff
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...1&hash=item1a867e55ed:g:URUAAOSwKUZdpth7[this post was last edited: 4/16/2020-21:57]
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...Insulation-Deadening-Foam/113925576173?_trkpa
The stuff for the lid
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...pr%3D1&hash=item21624df776:g:D8cAAOSwIWNdfb2a
The thick foamy stuff
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...1&hash=item1a867e55ed:g:URUAAOSwKUZdpth7[this post was last edited: 4/16/2020-21:57]
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...Insulation-Deadening-Foam/113925576173?_trkpa
@hobbyapocalypse
That brake “gasket” is just to isolate noise. As long as it’s there mostly it’s fine. Make sure you grease up the pads if you ended up washing them. I didn’t and the washer started screeching when braking. I rubbed grease on it and it did fine.
I really struggle with the lid. It’s not hard yet for some reason it’s my Achilles heel. It’s just too damn adjustable. I would recommend making some markings so you can set it back the same depth as you removed it. It’s a pretty fun machine to rebuild. Like assembling a tank.
That brake “gasket” is just to isolate noise. As long as it’s there mostly it’s fine. Make sure you grease up the pads if you ended up washing them. I didn’t and the washer started screeching when braking. I rubbed grease on it and it did fine.
I really struggle with the lid. It’s not hard yet for some reason it’s my Achilles heel. It’s just too damn adjustable. I would recommend making some markings so you can set it back the same depth as you removed it. It’s a pretty fun machine to rebuild. Like assembling a tank.
jasonlittle
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I’m having the same issue. The link takes me to the eBay homepage but that’s it.
blackstone
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The Wrench!
In case you missed it, the highlight of the video was the wrench (with my name on it).
Kidding aside, this is the best video that I have seen in a long time. Great work!
It sure is easier to put in the washers on the outside of the tub when the cabinet it removed. Even when using rubber cement to hold them in place, it was always a pain to get those bolts to go through the washers and brackets. I'm referring to Blackstones, of course.
I must share this video, to friends who are not members of this club.
In case you missed it, the highlight of the video was the wrench (with my name on it).
Kidding aside, this is the best video that I have seen in a long time. Great work!
It sure is easier to put in the washers on the outside of the tub when the cabinet it removed. Even when using rubber cement to hold them in place, it was always a pain to get those bolts to go through the washers and brackets. I'm referring to Blackstones, of course.
I must share this video, to friends who are not members of this club.
eurekastar
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Very nice! The 1812 Overture is a great touch too!
mickeyd
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It's a fookin' dreamscape, Dude. Unbelievable and mesmerizing to the point that I think I'm seeing things: Was there a shot of a pushbutton 900 or 906 somewhere in the vid? Many thanks for Herculean work, Eugene. Again, unbelievable and breath-taking!
Speechless!
Kudos to an amazing video and machine restoration! Am breathless with admiration!
Kudos to an amazing video and machine restoration! Am breathless with admiration!
vacman1961
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Beautiful rebuild job, what do you sell a machine like that for in your store?
felix
Active member
amazing
wonderful restoration Eugene! I hope one day to see these washers in person.
wonderful restoration Eugene! I hope one day to see these washers in person.
Maytag Restoration
Wow Eugene, what another fabulous restoration, great to see full tear down and restore. love the Fred spanner and extras with the quiet pak sound insulation, and of course finishing touch of repair sticker and signature.
Cheers, Mike
Wow Eugene, what another fabulous restoration, great to see full tear down and restore. love the Fred spanner and extras with the quiet pak sound insulation, and of course finishing touch of repair sticker and signature.
Cheers, Mike
ricky5050
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Wow !
That looks amazing !!
Do you fancy a holiday in the UK ? I’ve got a UK Hotpoint that could do with some tlc?
Bring your tools!!
Richard
That looks amazing !!
Do you fancy a holiday in the UK ? I’ve got a UK Hotpoint that could do with some tlc?
Bring your tools!!
Richard
easyspindry
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STUPENDOUS!!!!! BRAVO!!!!
I feel like I've been to the symphony!!! They are GREAT machines and your work was unbelievable.
Thank you for sharing that experience.
Jerry Gay
I feel like I've been to the symphony!!! They are GREAT machines and your work was unbelievable.
Thank you for sharing that experience.
Jerry Gay
Best Rebuild Video Yet
This is a must see video for anyone thinking about rebuilding a MT DC Washer, and the best thing is you did it in just over 15 minutes with only one clothing change.
Do you have a good estimate how long it actually took ?
It would also be interesting to see a list of parts used and cost so others would have a better idea of how much of an investment of time and money this really takes.
When we get inspired and motivated to completely rebuild a WP BD washer as we have done a few times in the last year people complain and look at me like I am crazy if we ask even $500 for it, I have ended up just selling them to our regular customers who appreciate the quality of our work.
Hopefully this MT will find a home where it is appreciated and will not be pitched the first time it needs a repair in the next year or so.
Keep the cool videos coming, Eugene, thanks
John L.
This is a must see video for anyone thinking about rebuilding a MT DC Washer, and the best thing is you did it in just over 15 minutes with only one clothing change.
Do you have a good estimate how long it actually took ?
It would also be interesting to see a list of parts used and cost so others would have a better idea of how much of an investment of time and money this really takes.
When we get inspired and motivated to completely rebuild a WP BD washer as we have done a few times in the last year people complain and look at me like I am crazy if we ask even $500 for it, I have ended up just selling them to our regular customers who appreciate the quality of our work.
Hopefully this MT will find a home where it is appreciated and will not be pitched the first time it needs a repair in the next year or so.
Keep the cool videos coming, Eugene, thanks
John L.
Hey Richard,
Nice looking Hotpoint 1500 - only difference I guess is Maytag parts are in abundance whereby 1500 parts are a lot more scarce
If he came over, he would be here for the foreseeable future with all the machines that need looking at LOL
Cheers
Keith
Nice looking Hotpoint 1500 - only difference I guess is Maytag parts are in abundance whereby 1500 parts are a lot more scarce
If he came over, he would be here for the foreseeable future with all the machines that need looking at LOL
Cheers
Keith
The eBay link in Reply #15 still doesn't work.
Are you logged-in to your eBay account when copying the browser link? Perhaps you need to log-out before searching the item(s) so the link(s) aren't coded to it?
Or just advise of the products by name you're using so people can search them directly?
answers
John L: I probably spent a bit north of $600 in parts restoring this machine. Im actually compiling a list now. Its intense. The most expensive parts were the pump ($60), seal/bearing ($70ish), agitator shaft (NOS $60), and the rest was bearings, paint, rubber o rings, gaskets, cleaning supplies etc.
Time: Its hard to gauge as I worked on it a bit piecemeal, and a lot of wait time for parts to arrive, paint to dry etc. Id guess about 20 solid man hours from start to finish.
I sold the set yesterday to a wonderful couple that saw the video for $2500
John L: I probably spent a bit north of $600 in parts restoring this machine. Im actually compiling a list now. Its intense. The most expensive parts were the pump ($60), seal/bearing ($70ish), agitator shaft (NOS $60), and the rest was bearings, paint, rubber o rings, gaskets, cleaning supplies etc.
Time: Its hard to gauge as I worked on it a bit piecemeal, and a lot of wait time for parts to arrive, paint to dry etc. Id guess about 20 solid man hours from start to finish.
I sold the set yesterday to a wonderful couple that saw the video for $2500
Nice work, Eugene! Knowing what it takes to find and gather parts, your costs for this set is really are on par with the reality of a full on restoration.
We have it good in this hobby; on the automotive side it's really easy to spend five figures on just parts, before labor.
Ben
We have it good in this hobby; on the automotive side it's really easy to spend five figures on just parts, before labor.
Ben
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