WOW - I think a funeral march is in order for some Kenmores...

[kenmoreguy64]

THANK YOU all of you for your nice comments. I DO intend to file a report.

I spent some time today kinda angrily asking myself why I bothered with that trailer in the first place if everything was going to be unceremoniously hauled off for scrap by some jacka$$. BUT, I see it differently now. The machines that meant the most to me already got out of there, except for the Ladies. There originally was about 27 machines in there, and I still have 12 of them - six of those have made it to my house where they are either current drivers or can be. At least that is something. "Moppy" the former mop washer, which is discussed in another current thread, as well as the original 1980 Kenmore that started my rebuilding hobby, a copy of my Mom's 1974 Kenmore, and 9 others are still around. I almost put my 1965 Coppertone Lady K set in that trailer - GLAD I didn't!!

Thanks again everyone.

 

[westingman123]

take heart...

Let me add my condolences. Some people have the most ridiculous sense of entitlement. No home training, I suppose. At any rate, I believe people who do these things ALWAYS get payback, some sooner and some later.

I like your pluck, though-now you have more room for even better acquisitions. Best of luck.

 

[70series]

I honestly cannot express my sorrow/anger/sadness/outrage at this travesty by typing so I am calling you directly. This conversation is going to be a long one.

With Deepest Regrets for your losses.

James

 

[Unimatic1140]

Ugh, Gordon, I'm so sorry to read this. At least you were able to save 12 of the better machines, none the less it still must hurt.

 

[alr2903]

I too, moved to a house that had some of the copper pipes "harvested" split foundation and concrete slab saved the day. After you lock up your guns, lock up your cordless powertools, and never leave them in a utility shed on your property... in the right hands, cordless tools can drill and cut loose anything on your property very quickly. I am grateful to have neighbors that have 2 nice big dogs. Gordon, I know how it feels to be victimized. Looking at the range of responses it's not just a inner city problem anymore. It's sad to say but i worry about my home and pets even on a overnighter. alr2903

 

[launderess]

Someone Get Me A Horse (or Truck) and A Rope

Personally think a few of these persons ought to be caught and strung up, then left to swing for a few days. Give others something to think about as they approach and or pass through town.

 

[redcarpetdrew]

Someone Get Me A Horse (or Truck) and A Rope

I wish I could meet you face to face, L. I absolutely love your style... LOL!

We get people who come around the back of our shop and help themselves from time to time. I've kinda dreamed about running some 220v to a 'bait' machine and enjoying that bug zapper like frying noise but, Ahhh, it's a litigious world we live in and even tho the miscreant is (was) a thief, I'd get it. Mmmmmm, 220v frying a thief.... Mmmmmm...

RCD

 

[travlincub321]

If i go behind a store i ask... Or i find out who they belong too before i take and offer compensation

 

[runematic]

I'm sorry to hear about that, Gordon. That really sucks. I hope they find the guys, but it may almost be impossible. I don't remember some of the posts above, but did you go to any of the local scrap yards and ask if anyone brought in a large quantity of old appliances?

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Been working on the scrap yard angle - we don't have a lot of controls on them here as some of the other AW.org members do in their states, but hopefully tomorrow I can call around to some yards and inquire, see if I can jog any operator's memories.

Thanks again everyone. I am still astonished that the trailer is gutted empty - the initial shock was remarkable. On the other hand, with the exception of about 8 machines, I am ok with them being gone I suppose. It's not like I have a choice in the matter anyway at this point. Just so glad I had fun with them back in July, and that I got the four additional machines off that I did.

Kenny -

Should you be picking up BDs again? Well - maybe, LOL. Something intriguing and potentially appreciated by me, SURE! I think you know what I like now - it's not like you're going to come across two more 65 LKs and a 66 LK today, but you never know. Maybe eventually I can replace each of the 8 machines that I valued with something similar that I wouldn't otherwise take. Then I'll be back level. I am still looking for a 1972 Kenmore. One showed up on Charlotte's Craigslist about two weeks ago but I missed it. If anyone sees something similar to this, I'd love it.

Gordon

 

[goatfarmer]

There was a 68 model Kenmore at a local junk shop last week. Not a Lady, probably closer to MOL. Didn't see a price, have to go back and see if it's still there.

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Oh that sounds cool Kenny - I am not as much a TOL fan as some other people anyway.

 

[rickr]

Sorry about the loss of your Kenmore's Gordon! What dirty m-f's would do something like that?? They must be very hungry...

 

[70series]

If there is any good thing to come from what those lousy marauders did, it is that you do have the chance to collect washers on which you would most likely have had to pass due to space limitations. You had some fun out in Phoenix a few months ago, now you can bring that fun home!

I'm glad I spoke with you last night. We've had many a phone conversation about these washers, how you acquired them, the features they had and what they had to offer, and their issues. I really got to know your collection. As I told you, I felt like a dagger was shoved in my chest when I first opened this thread, especially when looking at the photo of those machines knowing they were gone. Although my favorite ones (the 1970 500 models) are gone, I am glad you did hang on to the ones you pulled out this summer. The 1964 Model 70 in Coppertone is a rare find, and I am glad you have it. Also that 1961 70 series with the plastic top that you are designating as the 1961.5 was a great save, and although you brought her out many months before, there is the simple beauty that is Annie. I am very glad you got her out of there.

One thing I am sure of is that you will fill up that trailer with another set of classics. Maybe not as full as it was, but I know you have several beauties coming your way so it won't be long before we see a few rows of washers lined up in there.

Have a good one,
James

 

[sears9000]

What a shame.

Gordon, I am so sorry to hear about this. It's a disgrace, that there are some people out there that don't know the difference of what's mine and thine. Those classic Kenmores were beautiful. Launderess, and the others are right about reporting this to the police, because not only will they be watching the scrap yards, but also monitor E-Bay, and Craig's List. Should there be an increase in hard to find Kenmore parts, maybe the police could trace them to their location.
I wish you the best in finding your machines, or replacements. Take care, have a nice day, and may God bless you.