You occasionally hear about those rare "barn finds" right? Well... guess what?

[revvinkevin]

Then I found the video of this washer in action.......

 

 

Yes that is my video from Robert & Fred's May 15, 2010 Wash-In.   

 

Funny that the seller also found this video on Youtube and was surprised when I said I had recorded it.

 

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After David told me about this and after speaking to the seller, going to check out this washer was suddenly took the highest priority above everything else!   An APEX was never on my wish list OR on my radar due to how rare they are.   I never imagined one would show up, let alone show up anywhere near me!   I think I am STILL in shock!  

 

Kevin

 

[jetcone]

Oh Kevin

I KNOW I can help relieve that shock....

running...............

 

[kenmoreguy64]

Hey Kev,

Sorry that I'm a bit late to the congratulatory party here, been very preoccupied with family stuff of late.

Even when we were on the phone as you drove thru the traffic and the rain to look at this machine, I was stunned too that you'd possibly found the second Apex in the club. Prior to finding AW, I never even heard of such a machine. VERY cool find, and as others have said, how very excellent of the sellers to have had the foresight to offer it for sale vs. calling the metal scrappers.

Now comes the fun part - getting it running!

Gordon

 

[redcarpetdrew]

One more question...

Why has Robert been so strangely quiet? Could it be similar to thinking you have a one of a kind custom built home and then discovering one just like it nearby in another neighborhood? (Ooohhh, now I've done it... Robert's magic "ZOT" key!)

Remember, Kevin. One in, two out...

RCD

 

[retromania]

Alright......

....you done good!!!

 

[retromania]

Amazing

I just watched Robert's video of the Apex during dry agitation. Just amazing. I'm not in the know like you guys, but that is the first time I've seen an agitator that goes in one direction.

 

[retromania]

Lucy & Ethel

Was that an Apex that went thru the rail when they were fighting over the machine?

 

[geoff]

If I recall correctly.....

That was a Launderall..

 

[retromania]

Oh!

Come to think of it, the Lucy/Ethel machine did not have any kind dash board. The control knobs were located on top of the machine. That was a great episode like so many of them were!!

 

[mrsalvo]

Oh, this is a wonderful find. I hope there are more barns out there!!!!! Always watch the estate sales too.

 

[retromania]

Yes

I too hope there are some barns out that might have a 40 inch range in one of the vintage colors...

 

[perc-o-prince]

What a great find. Nothing like walking into a barn and seeing a time capsule just waiting for you to rescue it!!

Enjoy it in good health Can't wait to see your progress pictures.

Rich

 

[Unimatic1140]

Anyone (Robert) have any what this might be for?

Hi Kevin, I suspect that is the plastic hole cover for the unbalance sensor rod. I don't have a repair manual for this machine but I do have the parts list.

I work on scanning that soon.

 

[badgerdx]

CONGRATULATIONS! I doubt it could have been found by a more deserving person ~who didn't already have one ;-)

 

[frigilux]

Kevin, you've been so generous in assistance to others at AW; now that good karma has returned to you. The tub and lid opening are adorable. You've certainly acquired the holy grail of washers, man!

 

[revvinkevin]

 

Again, Thank you so much everyone for all of your wonderful comments *blush*

 

Robert, thank you for any and all assistance you can offer, will be greatly appreciated!   You are the resident Apex expert after all!  

 

 

Kevin    

 

[jaxsunst]

It's the holy grail........Hearing coconuts.

 

[Unimatic1140]

Kevin I have the parts list for this machine ready to go in the Ephemera library for tomorrow. I also have an Apex Wash-a-Matic service manual but it is for the earlier models from 1948-1951. The earlier models were more complicated but some of it is relevant so I will try and get that up for Thursday.

Have you tried to turn the belt? You could try out this machine by just making sure the belt turns and the pulleys are not frozen, then disconnect the two motor leads and attach a test cord to the motor.

Obviously with the timer frozen it will need work before the machine can be plugged in.

 

[revvinkevin]

 

 

Thanks so much for the tips Robert!   I'll check out Ephemera on Thursday, Thank You!   Does the service manual have the wiring diagram in it?   As you can see from the photo, the power cord goes nowhere and while I have not examined everything closely, it looks like some other wires (and all the hoses) may be frayed or chewed or...

 

I've been busy the last couple days and haven't had time to do anything with it yet this week, so no I haven't tried to turn the belt, but I will!   The "stuff" in the drain pump came out with the vacuum.   I was surprised to see an separate electric drain pump.   Does this run the entire time the washer is on?

 

Kevin 

 

[westyslantfront]

Hi Kevin,

 

    Congratulations on finding an Apex. They are fun machines. I remember seeing coin op versions at 15 cents a wash when I was growing up. 

 

 

Ross