what's wrong with this Speed Queen?

[Chetlaham]

Advice

When you buy a machine ask that it be dropped off at your home in box, unopened. I do this with 100% of my appliances purchases and NEVER, EVER had a problem. If it comes opened, I refuse to let them drop it off and store gets a call like no other. The times I let folks drag an opened machine into my home has always been disappointing. I've even had guys use a long knife to open the box which left scratches. Install it yourself as well.

My honest opinion here is that dealer sucks and the repair man is a quack. Seriously, new timer for what sounds like a suspension/transmission issue?

 

[brucelucenta]

If you HAVE to get a top loader, you had the only one that is any good. At least the only NEW one that is any good. If you go with a front loader I would personally just find one I could get the best deal on. Although I have not had any problems with my LG made front load washer and dryer, who knows if you would? Most of the front loading machines seem to work the same way and many have lots of different features that top loaders do not have. If the best deal would be on a speed queen front loader, I would get that one unless capacity is an issue. Most of the others have a steam wash or sanitary cycle that gets the water really hot. I assume you want something brand new. If not, a good used washer might be the solution. There are lots of good used machines that people are replacing to get front load machines everyday to get larger capacity and extra features. And as someone suggested, the old time speed queen washers with the overflow rinse were good machines, but they are very old now and you cannot get parts for them anymore. So not a good option. I will be really interested to know what you end up getting.

 

[mamapinky]

Thank You all for your great advice and support.
I don't know what's in the future..I have been thinking about joining the 21's century, and have been thinking a lot about a FL'er...with all the laundry I do my water bill is out of this world. I just don't even know where to begin the search. So maybe you can point me in the right direction. I'll list my requirements.
Uses enough water in wash and rinse..lol
Has a heater
I'm a sorter so I wouldn't want anything huge
Under 1 thousand
I'm sure I'll add more to this list.....decisions. ..decisions. Thanks guys...Cheryl

 

[pierreandreply4]

whirlpool duet

Hello cheryl in term of front loader with internal water heater in your price range there is the whirlpool duet washer like this one from home depot and also the advantage is you fill up the detergent dispenser and you do not have to fill it up everytime the washer will let you know when it needs to be refill and there is lg as well thats very good but they are costly unless they are on sale

Whirlpool Duet 4.3 cu. ft. High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with Steam in White, ENERGY STAR WFW87HEDW - The Home Depot

Make your laundry task easier by choosing this Energy Star qualified Whirlpool Duet White High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with Steam.

www.homedepot.com

 

[henene4]

I think we have somebody on here with a Maytag 8100, which would be above your price point. He says it's a really good machine. So, I guess a WP round about MOL should be a good option.

LG with TurboWash get a lot of praise, use good amounts of water and are verry versatile. And should be within the price range.

New on the market is the current E-Lux line-up. It gets praised by reviewed.com, and ELux is know for overall good rinse performance.

 

[cfz2882]

24" GE a possibility ?

I have a 24"GE front load in daily driver usage and though it is made in china,it is a pretty good washer I have to admit -2.2 CF drum,heater,direct drive BLDC motor,1400RPM max spin.Does a good wash job and quality not bad at all considering the origin.I also have a 1982 speed queen in DD usage-will wash about the same size load as the 24" GE, but the SQ uses about 4x the water for a typical load and does not extract as well as the GE 24 with it's 1400 spin does.I bought my GE 24,made in 2012,for $40 as a leaker and fixed it,but model still avalible and ~$800-900 new.Leak on my GE was caused by an improperly installed hose rubbing through.The speed queen washer is"cooler" but uses far more water,detergent and electricity than the 24"GE for the same amount of effectively washed clothes

 

[frigilux]

I am the guy with the Maytag 8100s. They live up to CR's high ranking. Very satisfied with them---large capacity (approx. 4.5 cu. ft.) in a 27" wide footprint. Fits through doorways. Nice design/styling, too.

Three new models (formerly known as the Maxima line) offer an internal heater and the stain-conquering Power Wash cycle. Made in the USA if that is a factor. The 3505 runs around $850; the 5500 around $1,000 and the 8200 around $1150 (all retail prices; a dealer will probably discount). Maytag has rebates available at the moment (see their website).

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[brucelucenta]

Actually any of the front load machines would probably be good. It is really just a crap shoot as to which machine will last the longest. They change so frequently that there is no sure way of knowing. If it were myself, I would get the one I got the best deal on. Mine are LG made ones, but only because I needed such large capacity ones.

 

[mamapinky]

Just popping in to let you know I chose a Whirlpool 95 series. I did have fun trying to find one, I did find a dealer with the help of Whirlpool that found me one in New Jersey, I'm in Pa. . I'm to go into the store tomorrow and handle the financial aspect and arrange delivery. I like what I've read about this machine and I like that it has allergin and sanitize. Does anyone here have this machine? Thoughts ? Thanks guys.

 

[joe_in_philly]

Just don't freak out about the amount of water in the drum. When I got my HE3t many years ago, I thought I had read enough about how little water FL machines used and had prepared myself. Yet when I actually used it, I couldn't believe it was working correctly, or that it could clean my laundry. After a few loads and seeing the great cleaning, I didn't worry about it anymore! Despite the warnings that FL machines won't last, mine is 13 years old and going strong.

A friend of mine has a model similar to yours, and it works great. It may take a little time to find the right dosing and cycle selections, but I expect you will be happy.

 

[mamapinky]

my Duet

My WP Duet 95 series was delivered yesterday. I have done 8 loads so far trying to get caught up on laundry. Everything has emerged clean, stain free, and smelling fresh. I'm 60years old and have always used a TL...but this is amazing what a great job this washer does...I'm quite happy with my decision to make the leap to FL. I'm interested in any comments or tips from others with the Duet....only one thing I wish...I wish it had a light lol..
Eddie...I'm 100% sure this machine is the pot of gold for me...it was a lobg rocky road but all worth it in the end. Thanks everyone. ...Cheryl

 

[ea56]

Yeah Cheryl!

I'm so happy for you! This has been one hell of a journey for you trying to get a washer that you are happy with. I admire your perseverance! One thing I've discovered with my LG is that the Bulky Cycle fills with more water, especially with the Water Plus option selected. So if water level ever becomes an issue with your Duet try the Bulky Cycle out. Sounds like you off to a great start with your FL. But IRCC didn't you post sometime back that for a brief time many yrs ago you had a Westinghouse FL that you really liked? Hears hoping you'll come to feel the same way about your new Duet.
Eddie[this post was last edited: 6/9/2016-11:59]

 

[henene4]

Tub light

Not quite sure, but once your warranty runs out, you might be abled to rig something up. Most machines have the cutout for the light already premolded. Ordering the light fixture from a upper line model and conecting it up to something that is on anytime the machine is on (maybe the power light, not sure) could give you an always on tub light.

But that would be an adventure on its own I'd only dare after the warranty...

 

[combo52]

Adding A Tub Light

You can do anything you want to a machine that is under warranty, unless the manufacturer can show that you caused the warranty problem they can not deny your warranty coverage.

 

[joe_in_philly]

I am happy for you, Cheryl. I expect that you will also be able to look forward to lower water bills as well!

 

[brucelucenta]

I am happy to hear that you have joined the rest of us that made the transition to a front load washer. It really is a whole new ballgame as far as how it does it's job. It does it with a minimum of water and does a much better job than top load machines. You'll see the difference in clothing wear and linting too. You get virtually no linting at all or wear to your clothes, sheets and towels. And it spins the clothes so dry it saves on drying too. Hope you like it as well as I do mine. To be quite honest, if Whirlpool or Maytag had as large capacity a machine as the LG made one I got, I would have probably gotten one of them. Capacity is what I was after when I purchased mine.[this post was last edited: 6/10/2016-06:18]

 

[frigilux]

Glad your new front-loader is working out well for you, Cheryl! I've been using the format since the mid-1980's and the newest HE front-loaders do an excellent job while using less water / energy. I'm guessing your Whirlpool and my Maytag have many similarities; I've been pleased with it. Happy washing!

Tub light: That's important to me, too. I bought the 8100 series Maytag instead of the 5100 only because the 8100 had a tub light. So basically I spent $125 for a tub light, LOL![this post was last edited: 6/10/2016-10:42]

 

[johnb300m]

Maxima 5100s

I'll chime in too, congrats.
The latest WP/Maytag front loader line with direct drive seem to be excellent machines!
I've had my Maxima 5100s since December, and they've been flawless, and gentle. Everything comes out clean, and saves me a lot on water and detergent.
If it's a large, dirty load of towels and such, i'll add extra detergent, and then a 3rd extra rinse, and it all comes out great.
Couldn't be happier to be out of the top loader world.

 

[mamapinky]

Thank you all...its been a few days now since the Duet 95 was delivered and I have gotton caught up on laundry. I will say I love this machine. I've done everything from gentle/delicates to heavily soiled gardening clothes and everything has come out clean and fresh smelling, with the exception of one load of darks that were stain free but didn't quite smell clean, but I think I was to cautious and didn't add enough detergent. Just the past few loads I've started adding 3Tablespoons of powder and still only get a few tiny suds on the window, nothing on the clothes. But I've paused the washer a few times and everythi mmHg g feels slippery.I know I don't want suds but I wanted to be sure I added enough to do the job. I really was nervous about switching to a FL'er, but this machine is doing an excellent job and I have no regrets. I do have questions though lol.
I don't know who else here has the Duets 95 model, but would love to be able to know if anyone's figured out what the hot temp is as far as F degrees on a regular cycle without using steam, allergen or sanitize. Also does anyone know which wash cycle uses the most water? Thanks guys.

 

[ea56]

Cheryl, I'm glad that you are pleased with your new Duet. I think on your machine the Allergy cycle may use the most water. Look at your owners manual on the page that describes in detail all the cycles and you should be able to find the cycle that uses the most water.
Eddie