Who wants some washers / dryers?

[volvoguy87]

As I've written elsewhere, I've got a temporary position in Mt. Carroll, IL (about 1:15 from the Quad Cities and 2:45 from Chicago)at The Campbell Center for Historic Preservation Studies. I'll be here until early November.

On-site, there are several vintage washers and dryers that they would like to get rid of. The conditions of the machines is mostly unknown, but I can do my best to inspect what you want me to. The prices are mostly free, however, a donation of some sort to the Campbell Center would be greatly appreciated. If you're interested in any machines, please reply in this thread and I can make arrangements for pickup. None of the machines are located in areas that are difficult to access. Pics to follow.

Dave

http://www.campbellcenter.org

 

[volvoguy87]

Maytag A206.

It looks complete.

 

[volvoguy87]

The obligitory money shot.

As the title says.

 

[volvoguy87]

A well-loved Kenmore 70.

1970, I think. There is a matching dryer to this in another building I'll also be posting. The dryer looks to be in better cosmetic shape.

 

[volvoguy87]

'70 70 interior.

The scrubber cap appears to be in pretty good shape. Not sticky, slimy, or brittle. I was surprised to see the black Super Roto Swirl at this late date, but then again, what do I know?

 

[volvoguy87]

Full Frontal

Of the '70 70.

 

[volvoguy87]

Next up, a GE FF.

Looks to be close to TOL and I think it has a lighted control panel.

 

[volvoguy87]

GE Controls 1 of 3

Go ahead and push its buttons.

 

[volvoguy87]

GE controls 2 of 3

Yes, it has settings for a minibasket, but I couldn't find the minibasket or filter pan.

 

[volvoguy87]

GE Controls 3 of 3

Timer. 18 pound capacity.

 

[volvoguy87]

1 dirty tub.

It's mostly dirt, but it is turquoise underneath.

 

[volvoguy87]

I need to shoot some more pics of the others.

More to come,
Dave

 

[volvoguy87]

'70 70 series dryer.

Note the manuals on top.

 

[volvoguy87]

What's inside?

This one is missing its idler pulley, belt, and the plastic latch inside on the door. It's electric and yes, the drum has a light.

 

[volvoguy87]

A much-loved KM BD.

Later 1970s?

 

[volvoguy87]

Inside.

No dispensers.

 

[volvoguy87]

Pentaswirl Power!

Inside the tub.

 

[volvoguy87]

Much-loved control panel.

Is that knob correct? I have some doubts.

 

[volvoguy87]

Maytag HoH Dryer.

Tough to shoot, if more shots are requested, I'll move some things and take more. Pay no mind to the crud on top, it just needs to be put away.

 

[volvoguy87]

The exception in the bunch.

This 1969 700 series dryer is the only one of this group in regular use. In fact, it was running when I took this pic. I recently installed new drum rollers, a new belt, and am about to get a new idler pulley. If you want this one, you'll need to provide a replacement 29" top-filter dryer or give money sufficient to purchase one. Gordon, this is the one that I believe to be a perfect match to your '69 700 washer.

That's all. If I find any more, I'll post pics,
Dave

 

[volvoguy87]

Oh what the heck, one more!

Controls, circa 1969. Please pardon the shadow from the lens. I need a separate flash.

Dave

 

[circlew]

Nice dryers

Hey Dave, those dryers look pretty decent, though wonder why the KM is missing parts - guess maybe they snatched them to put on another machine?

The washers are as you say "much loved" and look to have lived hard lives.

As to the knob, I don't think that style was ever used on these models - they must have taken it off another washer. The correct one is a larger version of the water setting knobs.

Hope someone can rescue these.

I'm looking forward to hearing about all the neat old buildings you've been working on - I'm sure you've some interesting stories to tell.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Dave -

KOOL stuff!

I love the GE washer - how surprising is that???

The first Kenmore looks like it might be a 66? James/70series would know better as I have not personally seen a 65 or a 66 70. The black on the knobs to me says mid-60s and they are styled exactly like the 66/67 600 series which I have some exposure to. 1966 would explain the black agitator, however after the last of the bakelite Roto-Swirls (1966), the 1967 Polypropylene Roto-Swirls were black too, then they went to gold in 1968 until some models had white in 1976 and later (while others remained gold). It could also be a post-manufacture replacement. That sort of thing happened all the time.

The later 70s black panel 70-series is a 1979 model. You can check the model tag at the left front foot, but I would lay money down that it is either a 110.729701x0, or a 110.729741x0. I know this because the 'Energy Saver' notations began in 1979 and ran into 1981. There were few models like this in that time period equipped with three water levels and a penta-swirl. The two 1979 model 70-series, and a 1980 model 60 series but it had a manual waterfall filter and painted lid. The only difference with the two 79 models is the 701 has an off-balance relay and the 741 does not - a $10 difference in the 1979 catalogs.

As to that beautiful dryer, I hadn't 'processed' your suggestion about that before, I'm sorry about that. I think that dryer is probably in good hands where it is. I have too many of everything right now and am in fact about to post a few dryers of my own that I would like to find homes for. I like my '69 washer but I think I have an idea of someone who might like it better and I'm going to inquire with him if he wants it.

I would be interested in the two washers if they don't find homes!! I would gladly make a donation for you.

Gordon

 

[kenmoreguy64]

About the timer knob - it is common for the 'finger/thumb' knobs that the 1970s and 1980s Kenmores often used to sheer or crack, and often someone would use other WP products to replace them - whatever was onhand. In this case, that knob is a Whirlpool timer knob. Some of those were metal and more durable than the plastic KM knob.

Gordon

 

[volvoguy87]

I'll try to get the model #s for you Gordon.

I imagine the belt and idler pulley are missing from the 1970 70 series dryer because the belt broke and was discarded, and without the belt, the idler pulley just fell out and was lost when the dryer was moved. The drum is still in position.

Dave

 

[supremewhirlpol]

Dave,
That GE FF looks interesting. Think you can stuff it in your car for me? I have no way to get to IL, but I can pay you for your trouble, if it is not too much.

 

[bajaespuma]

Oh yeah.

How much for the Programmed HD-18 Filter-flo?

 

[appnut]

Dave, wonderful machines. Thank you very very much for all the close-up panel shots. Although I'd love close-up shots of that Kenmore dryer with all the manuals on top of the machine. Bob

 

[70series]

Kenmore 70 washer:

That is definitely a 1966 Model 70. The style knobs you see were on models from 1966 and 67, plus the two dead giveaways are the black Rotoswirl, and the hidden mercury lid switch. There is a 1970/71 Model 70 that looks exactly like this except it has the gold Super Roto Swirl and the push button lid switch. This is a great washer, amongst the many great washers and dryers you have, and I hope each and every one of them finds a good home.

The 1970 Model 70 dryer with the matching console to the 66 washer is a nice one. I would not have thought a model as basic as this would have the full width door. For the most part 70 series models like this one had the plug door. I could not help noticing the owners manuals and the shiny untarnished appearance. Is this NIB? It definitely needs to dry some clothes, and if there is anyone out there with a Model 70 matching washer to this, (hint hint hint, you know who you are) this might make another great looking pair in your collection.

Have a good one,
James

 

[70series]

Almost forgot.

Nice A206 you've got there. My childhood washer.