Your restoration hints and success stories

[aldspinboy]

I was not expecting that much action...

Luckyfind ...
I told you SO.
Very nice machine.
Here is your video.
Darren k

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[luckyfind]

Thanks for the assist

Thanks D

 

[mickeyd]

Lucky

You do indeed have a pump model. The lever on the left side is the pump control switch. It is clearly visible in the first unlinked video, available from Youtube. And the hose is the one used on the pump model.

Gravity drain hoses are straight, no goose neck.

 

Again, you'll have to tip her on her side to see the two pulleys and the belt. I'm sure you'll figure it out. If it's easier, you can slide the wringer up and off before lowering the machine.

 

Great wash action in the vid. The 3 vane is more versatile than the 4 paddle agitator.

 

Of course, if the pump has been removed, then your out of luck, and I am wrong.

 

[jetcone]

looks like

it was stored in a garage with car exhaust or a train station!! NEAT

 

[luckyfind]

thanks for the help

good call on the missing pump.... or parts. i think the belt is gone. i engaged the ON/OFF and got a little extra vibration but no pumping.

I need to get it on its side and look better. That full norge skirt makes it hard to see the inards up in there.

Did get the rollers working. The previous owner put a third roller on the front for single side wringer insert/exit pt. interesting.

thanks for the help folks

 

[stan]

Another suggestion

on the paint... now that you have it clean... maybe try a little Meguire's Fine cut Cleaner (Auto Store) wash down after with soap and water, and wax with (Auto wax) It may bring back more luster!
Hope you locate the pump for R and R.

You doing a fine job Lucly!

Stan

 

[mickeyd]

You felt vibration when you pulled the pump lever ~ a good s

The belt is stuck, but it's there. Wait for help to get the machine in its back. The pulleys and belt are small and toy-like--very agile. Again, if you don't have help, remove the wringer first. It is heavy. One hand on the left, one and the right, and lift-off. Once that's done, laying the machine down is easy. Get behind her, and grab her from the back of the tub, and pull slowly. Next, work those pump parts and you'll be draining away in no time.

 

It is a really cool pump, is very quiet and makes excellent gurgles at the end. The impeller is so close to the port in the tub, that you can see the tiny blades through the grate, in good light, when they're whirling.

 

[luckyfind]

Thanks for the suggestion Stan (Meguire's) i will treat the Norge to some for last of detailing when i get there. Dog gone work keeps getting in the way.

Thanks Mickeyd too. Every-thing rolling now except that pump. did the look-see and got the large belt moving. -> but the little (10-12") belt (wheel to wheel) is missing.

The wheels have part no. 36-1605 on them. But have not had the time to look around for little belt. Ideas?

Inard shot below.

 

[luckyfind]

Handle for the Ol Norge?

Still trying to locate a sub belt for my water pump. Either a little to long or a little two thick, but all mechanical engages and runs now. Got the lid back in decent shape to keep that great slosh contained, but would like to get a pic of handle appearance on the ol Norge Wringers.... or description

Those and a little shine and I will be ready for a new project. (Grandmas old wringer out in the barn in southern idaho)

Getting a bit of interest of folks wanting to purchase this Norge... I still have not seen many like it to get a fix on... would appreciate those that would hazzard a guess. Thanks for all the help. J

 

[stan]

Lucky

Good job!

heres a suggestion for a" temporary" fix for the small belt....just to see if the pump works, ...Now don't laugh! but try a pair of pantyhose!
Cut one of the legs off, and tie around the two wheels tight, and cut excess off. Then try engaging the pump. Think this may work until you find correct belt.

What part of S Idaho are you in? Have family in Twin, Buhl, and Sun Valley!

 

[luckyfind]

Thanks Stan

Thanks Stan. Grew up in Boise, but live in the Northern Panhandle now. My grandparents farm is between Horseshoe Bend and Emmett ID. Know many from Twin, Buhl and that part. (Nice golf and fishing!)

I will try that rather than my surgical skill of cutting down a belt.

Found a photo of another Norge mid-60's and it has a simple knob, not a handle. I should be able to find something there. Jim

 

[stan]

Lucky

Be sure and let us know if that works (pantyhose) LOL

they work for straining paint too!

 

[norgeway]

Only thing.

I see missing, is the chrome drainboards on each side of the wringer..Can't beat a NORGE!

 

[luckyfind]

missing in action

Yes. Missing the drainboard. Previous owner added a third roller and a stopper and appears used the forward/reverse to same side wring. Dont know why... perplexing for sure.

 

[mickeyd]

Sweet job, Jim

So glad you took a pic of the unique Norge two-pulley pump. On a wringer, it's very unusual. Normally, a wheel butts up to the drive when you engage the pump. Most levers actually move the pump up or over or both. How neat, fun, and kinky that used panty hose can substitute.

 

Trying to figure out what the last operator was doing with the wringer. Can you, if you have time, explain more and show more regarding the 3rd roller & stopper?

 

[luckyfind]

More on the stopper/3 roller

soon. (I'll take some photos tommorow). The "on/off" does what you were eluding to though... the "on" pulls (both wheels in tandom) the most inner wheel to the main belt engaging the impeler.... ha ha i think.

Im gonna try to find a good home for the Norge as i have found a new project. (Offered this Easy Wringer) for just under $100. Its starting in better condition to start.

 

[luckyfind]

cant wait to see these plungers work...

It runs with a few shorts... looks like a new cord and some copper polish.

 

[stan]

dose not look

like a lot of work there, but I'l be looking forward to the before and after pics
Did you get the pump to turn on the Norge?

 

[luckyfind]

not getting

the pump going... went with the classy black nylons though... with a few knots for traction, and seems to be turning (trying to turn) the wheels... im working on the impeler and anything giving resistance. Still at it.

 

[stan]

You'll get

it going! I have confidence in you! LOL