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Doc wrote:
> I am probably going to have to get another washing machine since my ancient
> Hotpoint has munched a seal and lubricant is leaking out.
>
> A local appliance shop has a number of refurb'd top loader washers of
> various brands - Roper, Maytag, Kenmore, Kitchenaide, Whirlpool, RCA, GE.
> The ones they had on display ranged from decent in appearance to virtually
> new looking. Supposedly they've all been gone through. Probably ranging from
> 5 - 20 years old. Those that had model names visible were Kitchenaide Quiet
> Care, Superba. Kenmore Quiet Pak Plus. Whirlpool Ultimate Care Heavy Duty.
>
> What's a good older brand or line within a brand that's known for tough,
> dependable construction and also being repair friendly? Any to definitely
> avoid? Any features that I should look for? I tend to go for simple, on the
> theory that there's less to go wrong.
>
> Thanks for all input.
I have had no problems with Kenmore Heavy Duty models; in fact the pair I
had that were 11 years old were going strong when I gave them to a
young/needy couple. I fell for the lure of high energy efficiency in a
Kenmore He3 pair (plus no payments/interest for a year...which I paid
off beforehand of course). But I am figuring Whirlpool heavy duty
models would be fine, too. Best bet is if you can find some young guy
or couple who didn't have kids, bought a house and decided to sell the
w/d that came with the house (new of course) because they wanted to
"upgrade". Check Craiglist in your area, you might see a pair like
that.
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Re: What's a good older washing machine brand/model?
