Oh Lawdy-------
Mikey, now you started something. You are going to have to post some action shots of that 'Noge now!
Mikey, now you started something. You are going to have to post some action shots of that 'Noge now!
Why does everyone think Maytag is so great?
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fnelson487
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I Am In Absolute Awe
Of these machines. I had a 1977 set of 806s that lasted for years. My sister-in-law is still using her's. They wash great. Picked these up from Greg - 40 years old and run great. Still have technicians that work on them and all the major components are still available. Sure, the Frigidaires are fun to watch, but try to maintain a Rollermatic!
Of these machines. I had a 1977 set of 806s that lasted for years. My sister-in-law is still using her's. They wash great. Picked these up from Greg - 40 years old and run great. Still have technicians that work on them and all the major components are still available. Sure, the Frigidaires are fun to watch, but try to maintain a Rollermatic!
fnelson487
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Sexy
Is in the eye of the beholder.
Is in the eye of the beholder.
mickeyd
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okay, Mister
Here's some not-Gyra-but Noge-foam
Here's some not-Gyra-but Noge-foam
I don't need
"flash" or "bling."
I just need clean clothes and reliability. I got that with my former A208, and I get that with my current LAT 9806. (My LAT does have an extra rinse button. I use the setting once in a while.)
Living in an apartment, the quietness of my Maytags is a desirable plus!
Consumer Reports put it like this years ago (this is a paraphrase, not verbatim)- "Maytags are not superior in every way, they are just deficient in no way."
Of course, that is from when they were good.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
"flash" or "bling."
I just need clean clothes and reliability. I got that with my former A208, and I get that with my current LAT 9806. (My LAT does have an extra rinse button. I use the setting once in a while.)
Living in an apartment, the quietness of my Maytags is a desirable plus!
Consumer Reports put it like this years ago (this is a paraphrase, not verbatim)- "Maytags are not superior in every way, they are just deficient in no way."
Of course, that is from when they were good.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
Fred, that set is the bomb. As I recall the washer is on steroids with the custom pulley.
They just don't get any better than those.
They just don't get any better than those.
westingman123
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mickeyd
Is that Norge enjoying the surf? She's a beauty. Hope you gave her some sunscreen. (ducks and runs)
Is that Norge enjoying the surf? She's a beauty. Hope you gave her some sunscreen. (ducks and runs)
mickeyd
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Sunscreen ain't got a chance, Westexi,
in those bold Noge Currents
in those bold Noge Currents
Jesus, Rick, I just blew up your fab pic! Are you still getting in fights on the weekends;'D
Well Mike, you should have seen the other guy! lol!!
Sometimes you have to do what you have to do in this old world, I try to avoid fights, but always do real well when I have to.
Here is one for you. I know you like "tub art"
Well Mike, you should have seen the other guy! lol!!
Sometimes you have to do what you have to do in this old world, I try to avoid fights, but always do real well when I have to.
Here is one for you. I know you like "tub art"
Maytag washers and dryers 1950s-1970s
I worked for a maytag-whirlpool dealer from 1973 through 1978 selling and servicing washers dryers and dishwashers. If a had a dollar for everly customer who bought a new maytag washer from us and said it dident clean as well as their old whirlpool kenmore norge ge hotpoint speedqueen etc etc i would be even richer now. We also had a lot of complaints about more lint on clothes as they came from the washer about the only positive thing people said when they came back to the store to make the last payment was that the new washer was quiet. One old time repairman told me the reason they last so long is because they don't do anything.
I worked for a maytag-whirlpool dealer from 1973 through 1978 selling and servicing washers dryers and dishwashers. If a had a dollar for everly customer who bought a new maytag washer from us and said it dident clean as well as their old whirlpool kenmore norge ge hotpoint speedqueen etc etc i would be even richer now. We also had a lot of complaints about more lint on clothes as they came from the washer about the only positive thing people said when they came back to the store to make the last payment was that the new washer was quiet. One old time repairman told me the reason they last so long is because they don't do anything.
mickeyd
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A dazzling beautiful washtub rainbow, a sunset smear of colo
You just look so tough in the pic; it was very comforting.
The coming of the winter beach
You just look so tough in the pic; it was very comforting.
The coming of the winter beach
Betty Draper's Maytag - the 160
danemodsandy
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Maytag Cleaning Ability
I can't speak for everyone's experience, but I well remember when I ditched a DD Whirly pair (late 1980s) for a set of centre-dial 'Tags (A108 washer and DE608 dryer). The difference in how clean clothes got was phenomenal - things that had been looking "beat" were suddenly looking new again.
I'm getting an 806 pair soon, and I'm looking forward to 'em, big-time. They're not the 906's of my most fevered lottery-win dreams, but they're as close as I'm probably ever going to get.
I can't speak for everyone's experience, but I well remember when I ditched a DD Whirly pair (late 1980s) for a set of centre-dial 'Tags (A108 washer and DE608 dryer). The difference in how clean clothes got was phenomenal - things that had been looking "beat" were suddenly looking new again.
I'm getting an 806 pair soon, and I'm looking forward to 'em, big-time. They're not the 906's of my most fevered lottery-win dreams, but they're as close as I'm probably ever going to get.
danemodsandy
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P.S.:
For me, other machines are like the gorgeous number you meet in the bar - fun for a while, but a letdown sooner or later. 'Tags are reliable, loving partners who are always there for you if you just take care of 'em.
For me, other machines are like the gorgeous number you meet in the bar - fun for a while, but a letdown sooner or later. 'Tags are reliable, loving partners who are always there for you if you just take care of 'em.
Betty Draper's Maytag - the 160
Well, push button or not, I'm just glad it was a Maytag ;-)
Ben
Well, push button or not, I'm just glad it was a Maytag ;-)
Ben
strongenough78
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In my honest opinion......
I've always thought the Maytag's were quite attractive. Simple yet elegant without being overly flashy. Especially the A806's and of course the 906's like fnelson's and Betty Drapers 160. The panel lights with those push buttons at the right angle are so pretty. And when it comes to functions, the A806's do have quite a few, hence all the buttons along with the center dial.
As far as how they clean, I've never seen much of a difference from the other machine's I've used over the years. I've used quite a few commercial Maytag's and have always been happy with the results. The only home set I've used was at my Uncle's house years ago. I'm trying to think of what model it would have been. It was a 2 speed for sure and had the gentle action and normal action buttons, but for the wash only, not the spin speed. It was avocado green, I remember that lol. But no matter what speed setting you pushed, it was stuck on gentle. And even then the clothes came out respectfully clean.
I quite enjoy watching a Maytag when I get the chance, which isn't too often. Since I joined this site, my interest in Maytag's have gone up alot. Probably the only issue I have with them is the 10 minute wash time on the much older models or 12 minutes on the newer vintage models. Even though the dial can be reset, I got used to 14+ minutes with Whirlpool or Kenmore. But that is one flaw I can definately overlook. The Maytag set of my dreams would be an A806, with the back panel and tub lights, the largest capacity tub size available of course. I've seen posts of certain model years having larger tubs than previous years. And of course the 50 hz pulley set up. I've seen a few of those and WOW! MUCH fun to watch. When I do get my own set though, I'm having it custom painted. I even decided on a color, but will surprise you with it lol.
So all in all, I can see why Maytag's are so popular. Dependability, quietness and all out fun. Plus the number of different models they offer. Well, offered! Pretty much one to suit everyone's taste!
I've always thought the Maytag's were quite attractive. Simple yet elegant without being overly flashy. Especially the A806's and of course the 906's like fnelson's and Betty Drapers 160. The panel lights with those push buttons at the right angle are so pretty. And when it comes to functions, the A806's do have quite a few, hence all the buttons along with the center dial.
As far as how they clean, I've never seen much of a difference from the other machine's I've used over the years. I've used quite a few commercial Maytag's and have always been happy with the results. The only home set I've used was at my Uncle's house years ago. I'm trying to think of what model it would have been. It was a 2 speed for sure and had the gentle action and normal action buttons, but for the wash only, not the spin speed. It was avocado green, I remember that lol. But no matter what speed setting you pushed, it was stuck on gentle. And even then the clothes came out respectfully clean.
I quite enjoy watching a Maytag when I get the chance, which isn't too often. Since I joined this site, my interest in Maytag's have gone up alot. Probably the only issue I have with them is the 10 minute wash time on the much older models or 12 minutes on the newer vintage models. Even though the dial can be reset, I got used to 14+ minutes with Whirlpool or Kenmore. But that is one flaw I can definately overlook. The Maytag set of my dreams would be an A806, with the back panel and tub lights, the largest capacity tub size available of course. I've seen posts of certain model years having larger tubs than previous years. And of course the 50 hz pulley set up. I've seen a few of those and WOW! MUCH fun to watch. When I do get my own set though, I'm having it custom painted. I even decided on a color, but will surprise you with it lol.
So all in all, I can see why Maytag's are so popular. Dependability, quietness and all out fun. Plus the number of different models they offer. Well, offered! Pretty much one to suit everyone's taste!
A shot of it this season looked like all buttons on the washer. The washer and dryer have changed places as well.
I can see it...
I can think of several machines that are flashy, dowdy, glitzy or whiz-bang, but you look at Greg's set above and "sexy" sure fits. The lines, the curves, the crosshatch to the glass backed with that cursive script in gold and just a touch of chrome around those controls is graceful, almost unassuming. The pastels on the timer knob are fun but at the same time practically belie the robustness of the machine; almost flirty.
The whole package is like that little black dress complete with pearl necklace. Or something like that.... : )
I can think of several machines that are flashy, dowdy, glitzy or whiz-bang, but you look at Greg's set above and "sexy" sure fits. The lines, the curves, the crosshatch to the glass backed with that cursive script in gold and just a touch of chrome around those controls is graceful, almost unassuming. The pastels on the timer knob are fun but at the same time practically belie the robustness of the machine; almost flirty.
The whole package is like that little black dress complete with pearl necklace. Or something like that.... : )
fnelson487
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Sexy
Definition from Dictionary.com:
sexy
/seksi/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [sek-see]
–adjective, sexier, sexiest. 1. concerned predominantly or excessively with sex; risqué: a sexy novel.
2. sexually interesting or exciting; radiating sexuality: the sexiest professor on campus.
3. excitingly appealing; glamorous: a sexy new car.
I was using the usage in #3.
Definition from Dictionary.com:
sexy
/seksi/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [sek-see]
–adjective, sexier, sexiest. 1. concerned predominantly or excessively with sex; risqué: a sexy novel.
2. sexually interesting or exciting; radiating sexuality: the sexiest professor on campus.
3. excitingly appealing; glamorous: a sexy new car.
I was using the usage in #3.
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