Westinghouse D5 or D6?

[classiccaprice]

Hey fellas,

 

As I mentioned on my recent post, I recently picked up a Westinghouse "How Dry I Am" Dryer.  However, Dave and I couldn't find the model tag.  Is this a D5 or D6?  I know based off the automatic ephemera site that both models had the option.  The matching washer would be the L6 correct?  I didn't see an L5 when I went through the archives.  Thanks fellas.

 

[classiccaprice]

Also, where would the model tag be?

 

[revvinkevin]

I have an older version of this washer and dryer. If you remove the lower front panel you may find the model tag on the framework behind it. That's where I found the model tags on mine.

Kevin

 

[jetcone]

Kevin!

where'd those pushbuttons come from, I dont' recall seeing them last spring!!

 

I think Kevin is right its under the front panels, I can check mine when I get back to Boston.

 

 

 

[classiccaprice]

Thanks Fellas. I'll tell Dave.  

 

[turquoisedude]

Will, I beleive the 'exact' matching Laudnromat would be an LB-6. My Canadian set are CD-6 for the dryer and CLB-6 for the washer (the 'C' was added to indicate that they are Canadian models). Didn't find one at the estate sales in Stanstead this morning, but I'll keep looking!!

 

[classiccaprice]

OOPS... forgot the B...  Thanks Paul!

 

[marks]

Looks like mine- a D-6. Hey anyone have any leads on the L6 (or 5)? I'd like to find it and get my kitchen finally finished! Getting desperate...

 

[classiccaprice]

That makes 2 of us Mark.  

 

[classiccaprice]

Where do I need to lubricate it?  It is belt driven (not friction drive).

 

[classiccaprice]

It's a D6!

Thanks fellas!  Any tips from the Slant front dryer owners on the old girl on things Dave and I should check?

 

[classiccaprice]

one more

Anybody have an extra lint filter for one of these?  I wanted to ask before I went hunting for a pan to try to convert.

 

[bvf]

westinghouse needed

I would like a 1953 westinghouse washer and a 1949 westinghouse dryer and a 1951 westinghouse washer….im trying to complete sets…im in arizona but will travel…..and i would be interested in all years up to 1960….520 668 7883 mark….also any ideas on parts like rubber boots for washer and a 53 dryer heater element ….thanks

http://bvf

 

[washdaddy]

BVF~

The link you have on your post doesn't go to anything

 

[classiccaprice]

Sadly everybody is looking for those boots. When there were rumors of them being rebuilt on here, there were nearly 80 orders (I counted). There have been talks about having them remade or 3D printed for years. The time will come, it just isn't here yet.

Your best bet with a heating element is taking the one out and having it re-coiled. Parts for these babies are long NLA.

I did finally make a matched set... mostly... but it took some time searching. The washer is an LB-6M and the Dryer is a D-6. The main difference is the shape of the glass in the door. The washer is pointed, where the dryer is round. Best I can figure the washer is a 54 model and the dryer is a 53. The dryer works and the washer does not (waiting on the boot before I do a full restoration). Best of luck with your hunt. They are out there, just keep searching, they will turn up eventually.

Just remember you aren't the only one looking. Mark and a few other members are searching as well.

 

[bvf]

One off my list.......only need 1953 washer and a 1949 dryer now to complete set.....also older slant fronts without the round glass door ive never seen one live.....anybody have one....mark 1 520 668 7883

http://bvf

 

[classiccaprice]

You'll have to make your own thread and show pictures of your collection. I'd love to see them.

 

[jeb]

Westinghouse slant fronts

I have the model L110 washer and dryer. They have square glass showing on the outside but when you open the door the glass is round.