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In news:JKa0h.296$zf.15@newsread3.news.pas.earthlink.net,
Doc <docsavage20@xhotmail.xom>spewed forth:
> 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.
When mine broke down, I called my repairman friend and he told me to buy
Roper.
He said they run forever.
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Re: What's a good older washing machine brand/model?
