Nice wagon! There is a forum for station wagon fans, also, if you haven't already discovered it.
http://www.stationwagonforums.com/forums/index.php
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Woohoo! Got my first set!!!!
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Nice wagon Tony. I'm impressed you put 40k on that beast. Did it have power brakes? Drums all around? Scary!
I grew up in an Buick/Olds/Pontiac household, with Dad racing Buicks and Pontiacs. Nothing like (non-Bowtie) GM products!
Ben
Nice wagon Tony. I'm impressed you put 40k on that beast. Did it have power brakes? Drums all around? Scary!
I grew up in an Buick/Olds/Pontiac household, with Dad racing Buicks and Pontiacs. Nothing like (non-Bowtie) GM products!
Ben
My daily driver is now a gold tone 72 Vista Cruiser.
Hmmm, I wonder if you can fit a washer/dryer in one of those?
By the way, some tips for transporting the washer: Tape down the lid, I often forget myself and cringe when it slams into the control panel.
Place the washer on it's back when moving with a hand truck or laying it down, not the side. Use straps and moving blankets or tarps to protect from damage in transit.
Hmmm, I wonder if you can fit a washer/dryer in one of those?
By the way, some tips for transporting the washer: Tape down the lid, I often forget myself and cringe when it slams into the control panel.
Place the washer on it's back when moving with a hand truck or laying it down, not the side. Use straps and moving blankets or tarps to protect from damage in transit.
Place the washer on it's back?
So I thought I had to transport them upright? I can lay them on their backs? I can then take my wife's car which gets considerably better gas mileage, a Chevy HHR. If so, I could put the washer in the back and the dryer on the roof (roof rack). I have lots of moving blankets and heavy duty cargo straps.
Yes, I put 40k on the Catalina, plus a couple of long distance trips to Vermont and Ohio. It ran like a champ, and was smooth at any spped. It had power disc in the front, drum in the back. Got 12mpg in the city and 18-22 on the hwg (depending on hills and whether or not the a/c was on and how speed happy I was). The Vista Cruiser is nice, but its not as problem free as the Catalina was, and not very smooth on the interstate. Its got a 350 rocket, 2bbl Rochester, and the third row seat.
So I thought I had to transport them upright? I can lay them on their backs? I can then take my wife's car which gets considerably better gas mileage, a Chevy HHR. If so, I could put the washer in the back and the dryer on the roof (roof rack). I have lots of moving blankets and heavy duty cargo straps.
Yes, I put 40k on the Catalina, plus a couple of long distance trips to Vermont and Ohio. It ran like a champ, and was smooth at any spped. It had power disc in the front, drum in the back. Got 12mpg in the city and 18-22 on the hwg (depending on hills and whether or not the a/c was on and how speed happy I was). The Vista Cruiser is nice, but its not as problem free as the Catalina was, and not very smooth on the interstate. Its got a 350 rocket, 2bbl Rochester, and the third row seat.
Good find
Very nice washer and dryer set, Tony.
Wow. That house! Beautiful, I love it. Some of my favorite home architecture is that contempory style from the early sixties through late sixies. Very nice.
It almost has a feel of Frank Lloyd Wright with the squared construction and strong veritcal lines. Hope you enjoy it. Congratulations!
BTW: Thank you for serving our country as a member of our Armed Forces.
Barry
Very nice washer and dryer set, Tony.
Wow. That house! Beautiful, I love it. Some of my favorite home architecture is that contempory style from the early sixties through late sixies. Very nice.
It almost has a feel of Frank Lloyd Wright with the squared construction and strong veritcal lines. Hope you enjoy it. Congratulations!
BTW: Thank you for serving our country as a member of our Armed Forces.
Barry
Transporting Maytags - It won't hurt either the washer or the dryer to move them on their sides. I find it much easier than the back due to the hoses/ducting being in the way. I've moved dozens and dozens of Maytags this way in several Tahoes and Suburbans and I've never had an issue.
Catalina - I'm impressed with the mileage! Folks usually balk at 2bbl carbs, but most don't realize that 80 percent of daily driving only requires the primary side of a 4bbl anyway. Bonus on the front discs. What a difference they make!
A shame to hear the Olds hasn't been as enjoyable as the Catalina. Hopefully you're able to work the bugs out of it.
Ben
Catalina - I'm impressed with the mileage! Folks usually balk at 2bbl carbs, but most don't realize that 80 percent of daily driving only requires the primary side of a 4bbl anyway. Bonus on the front discs. What a difference they make!
A shame to hear the Olds hasn't been as enjoyable as the Catalina. Hopefully you're able to work the bugs out of it.
Ben
Nice Cat! I also have a Pontiac, along with some Maytags....
The Vista Cruiser parked on your driveway is the icing on the cake for an entirely period suburban look! You're living the dream there, buddy!
And allow me to add my thanks in addition to Barry's for your service to our country.
And allow me to add my thanks in addition to Barry's for your service to our country.
maytaga806
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This car right here is boss
danemodsandy
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Roof Rack Caution
Hi -
If you're going to move the dryer on a roof rack, you should know that the dryer door uses a lift-off hinge. Just lift the door off by opening it and lifting upward on it, and stash it inside the vehicle so that it won't blow off. Installation is the reverse of removal.
I'm a worry-wart, so I'd also remove the selector knob and the lint filter, but that's just me.
But the door has the potential to blow away, so do secure that.
Hi -
If you're going to move the dryer on a roof rack, you should know that the dryer door uses a lift-off hinge. Just lift the door off by opening it and lifting upward on it, and stash it inside the vehicle so that it won't blow off. Installation is the reverse of removal.
I'm a worry-wart, so I'd also remove the selector knob and the lint filter, but that's just me.
But the door has the potential to blow away, so do secure that.
hippiedoll
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to: frontaloadotmy.....
regarding the letters in the serial number to find out what month & year your maytag center dial washing machine was made, i have a question for you.....
i just received my harvest gold (i guess you would call it "harvest gold" [but it looks more like "mustard yellow" to me??]), model GA208, center dial, maytag washing machine and was wondering what year my washing machine was made. it has the letters: AE at the end of the serial number. could you please tell me if you know, when my maytag A208 was manufactured???
i'll be waiting to hear back from you.
lovingly,
hippiedoll ;o)
peace...
regarding the letters in the serial number to find out what month & year your maytag center dial washing machine was made, i have a question for you.....
i just received my harvest gold (i guess you would call it "harvest gold" [but it looks more like "mustard yellow" to me??]), model GA208, center dial, maytag washing machine and was wondering what year my washing machine was made. it has the letters: AE at the end of the serial number. could you please tell me if you know, when my maytag A208 was manufactured???
i'll be waiting to hear back from you.
lovingly,
hippiedoll ;o)
peace...
the dryer on the roof (roof rack).
The dryer is no lightweight either. I wouldn't take the chance of placing one half of rare vintage set on the roof of anything.
As for moving from the side. Of course it can be done but unless you've got arms like King Kong loading on the back is the easier and safer method in my opinion. The drain hose is not a big deal, it can be removed or tucked under the rear overhang.
I'm always moving things by myself so one learns how best to avoid disaster.
The dryer is no lightweight either. I wouldn't take the chance of placing one half of rare vintage set on the roof of anything.
As for moving from the side. Of course it can be done but unless you've got arms like King Kong loading on the back is the easier and safer method in my opinion. The drain hose is not a big deal, it can be removed or tucked under the rear overhang.
I'm always moving things by myself so one learns how best to avoid disaster.
I decided to take the truck
You all have given me a lot to think about. The gentleman sounded a little elderly, so I'm not sure he'll Be able to help me get it on the roof of the car. As strong as I like to think that I am (insert joke), I'm not sure I'll be able to balance it to get it up that high. So truck it is.
On another note, thanks again for all the compliments and advice. I feel like I stumbled into a bees nest of new friends! Makes a person feel pretty good..
The pic of the Firebird makes me drool.
That GTO is soo bad a**.
I think the Ford Focus is supposed to be on the 'Deluxe'' forum right (less than 20?)?
And it was an honor to serve, thank you.
You all have given me a lot to think about. The gentleman sounded a little elderly, so I'm not sure he'll Be able to help me get it on the roof of the car. As strong as I like to think that I am (insert joke), I'm not sure I'll be able to balance it to get it up that high. So truck it is.
On another note, thanks again for all the compliments and advice. I feel like I stumbled into a bees nest of new friends! Makes a person feel pretty good..
The pic of the Firebird makes me drool.
That GTO is soo bad a**.
I think the Ford Focus is supposed to be on the 'Deluxe'' forum right (less than 20?)?
And it was an honor to serve, thank you.
danemodsandy
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I'm Glad....
....You decided to use a truck.
No use finding out the hard way that solid American metal weighs so much more than overseas-built spit and chewing gum.
....You decided to use a truck.
No use finding out the hard way that solid American metal weighs so much more than overseas-built spit and chewing gum.
yes, too much weight for the roof of an HHR...I believe the max capacity is 125 lbs. Gorgeous home, and a perfect set for it. Maytags of that vintage are very quiet--they make very nice main-floor washers.
lovestowash
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I'm Maytag Avocado Green...
with envy...
the washer/dryer, the house, the car...
impeccable vintage taste...
congrats...
George
with envy...
the washer/dryer, the house, the car...
impeccable vintage taste...
congrats...
George
Picked 'em up. Literally.
Well, it was a great day for a road trip. Awesome little row house in Allentown, and the guy was a retired Electrolux (and other brands) repairman.
No ramps, just moving blankets. Tailgate down, tilted the maytag onto the edge and then lifted from the bottom using the edge of the tailgate as a fulcrum and then pushed it in the bed. Once in I stood it up again. Worked the same way coming out. Literally not a scratch.
So, I'm in awe. They are pristine. There was just a lot of cobwebs from sitting in the garage for 8 years, and some surface rust around the adjustable feet, probably from the thermal difference from the concrete slab and ambient air temp?. The washer lid is loose as those little ball hinges disintegrated.
So in the kitchen was a cool drop in Hotpoint, and a in counter Nutone food processor with literally all the attachments in the cabinet. He said it all goes with house, and wasn't for sale. Too bad. I told him to put me in touch with buyers. I'll add some pics of them.
Also, he wants to unload the GIANT rack of vacuum cleaner parts, motors, bearings, etc.
Thanks everyone for the well wishes.
Well, it was a great day for a road trip. Awesome little row house in Allentown, and the guy was a retired Electrolux (and other brands) repairman.
No ramps, just moving blankets. Tailgate down, tilted the maytag onto the edge and then lifted from the bottom using the edge of the tailgate as a fulcrum and then pushed it in the bed. Once in I stood it up again. Worked the same way coming out. Literally not a scratch.
So, I'm in awe. They are pristine. There was just a lot of cobwebs from sitting in the garage for 8 years, and some surface rust around the adjustable feet, probably from the thermal difference from the concrete slab and ambient air temp?. The washer lid is loose as those little ball hinges disintegrated.
So in the kitchen was a cool drop in Hotpoint, and a in counter Nutone food processor with literally all the attachments in the cabinet. He said it all goes with house, and wasn't for sale. Too bad. I told him to put me in touch with buyers. I'll add some pics of them.
Also, he wants to unload the GIANT rack of vacuum cleaner parts, motors, bearings, etc.
Thanks everyone for the well wishes.
danemodsandy
Well-known member
Electrolux Parts
Please tell the man about www.vacuumland.org , another "sister" site to this one, dealing in collectible vacuums. There would probably be a lot of interest over there. Like this site, no charge to join or post.
That Formica in the Allentown house is to die for. Very 1964 or so. And I'm a huge fan of metal countertop moldings; that installation has them between the counters and the backsplash, even though the counters themselves are self-edged. Someone took very good care of all that.
Please tell the man about www.vacuumland.org , another "sister" site to this one, dealing in collectible vacuums. There would probably be a lot of interest over there. Like this site, no charge to join or post.
That Formica in the Allentown house is to die for. Very 1964 or so. And I'm a huge fan of metal countertop moldings; that installation has them between the counters and the backsplash, even though the counters themselves are self-edged. Someone took very good care of all that.
Funny how people's reactions vary. I too like the formica, but I hate, hate, hate the metal moldings. Did I mention I hate them? Always seemed cheap to me. Could not wait to rip them out. Still have formica but sans metal. I do a tight joint with just a small bead of color matched caulk. IMO much more professional and finished looking.
We had a version of that Hotpoint range, lasted all of 6 years before it caught fire. Got replaced with a Corning 3+1 range.
Anyway back on topic, looking forward to seeing the machines in their new home. Pictures please!
We had a version of that Hotpoint range, lasted all of 6 years before it caught fire. Got replaced with a Corning 3+1 range.
Anyway back on topic, looking forward to seeing the machines in their new home. Pictures please!
That's the same way I load a machine into my truck, when I'm by myself. Tip it back, use your legs to kinda push it up onto the bed, and then push it up. Good job!
I'm with Sandy - I love that laminate! Congratulations on your buy and a successful transport.
lawrence
lawrence
danemodsandy
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Metal Counter Moldings
Matt:
Obviously, reactions vary, but since I grew up with metal countertop moldings, I am one of their biggest fans. They make countertops much more durable than self-edging; a metal edge can handle impacts that would take a huge chip out of a self edge.
Matt:
Obviously, reactions vary, but since I grew up with metal countertop moldings, I am one of their biggest fans. They make countertops much more durable than self-edging; a metal edge can handle impacts that would take a huge chip out of a self edge.
redcarpetdrew
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Tony, also let me add my thanks for your service! Nice set of Maytags with the house and the wagons being icing on the cake! I've moved them just like that a million times for companies I've worked for before finally joining the lift gate club. Lol!
Christina, your 208 was born March, 1978.
RCD
Christina, your 208 was born March, 1978.
RCD
frontaloadotmy
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Thanks Drew
I have just now gotten back to this thread; sorry Doll ! !
I have just now gotten back to this thread; sorry Doll ! !
Tony
Nice find on the washers! So great to see "new" collectors popping up. I love your house - I had no idea there were houses like that in Middletown. So cool! I have very good friends over in Wallkill so I get down there a lot .
And that Vista Cruiser is one of my all time fabs, I remember the ads introducing the Vista Cruiser when I was a kid, I thought it was so Jetson's at the time!!
Nice find on the washers! So great to see "new" collectors popping up. I love your house - I had no idea there were houses like that in Middletown. So cool! I have very good friends over in Wallkill so I get down there a lot .
And that Vista Cruiser is one of my all time fabs, I remember the ads introducing the Vista Cruiser when I was a kid, I thought it was so Jetson's at the time!!
redcarpetdrew
Well-known member
No worries, Darrel. We've got each other's backs.
My Father In Law always talks about the old Chevrolet Kingswood Estate wagon they used to own. The thing went everywhere and he always got a kick out of how, when you really mashed the pedal down, the four barrel would open up with this 'wwooaaaaaa' sound and you could actually see it suck the hood down a bit...
RCD
My Father In Law always talks about the old Chevrolet Kingswood Estate wagon they used to own. The thing went everywhere and he always got a kick out of how, when you really mashed the pedal down, the four barrel would open up with this 'wwooaaaaaa' sound and you could actually see it suck the hood down a bit...
RCD
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