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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.
Of older models I'd pick the Maytag, It has the fewer moving parts
than any I know of. Primarily its operation is based on its reversable
motor. Motor turns one direction it washes, motor turns oposite
direction it spins dry. No solenoids or gear shifts, just a motor and
drive shaft..I had a 1950 model that washed weekly for 41 years before
it gave any trouble. Hard to beat that.
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Re: What's a good older washing machine brand/model?
