Pullstart 62,905 #1 Posted January 6, 2023 The day started with me being 35 cents up, for cleaning out the pump in our laundry mo-chine. It’s a job I‘ve done enough, that I have a map of which screws to remove off the back panel, and which way the clips slide. Some screws remain (where there are cut outs, but sometimes in the dark abyss of the rear of the laundry, any guide is a good one) to hold cross braces in place. I noticed the dispenser drop tube for fabric softener was dripping, so I decided to do some more tearing apart for cleaning aide. Well, the dispenser drum decided to snap instead of letting a feed hose loose. I’m finding myself with a not available / back ordered part, and am struggling with the idea of $1,200 for a wash machine and pedestal base because of it. The way I see, is a few options. 1) pony up and replace this 7 year old appliance with yet another sub-par wash machine 2) keep looking for that $200 piece of plastic, pay for shipping and wait on our courier service to deliver it 3) wait for the local appliance shops to call back with the same news as #2, but more money for their service 4) attempt a repair and hope it doesn’t burst. It’s on the low pressure side of a water solenoid. It just flushes the detergent, bleach, or fabric softener through the dispenser. thoughts? Happy Friday! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,760 #2 Posted January 6, 2023 (edited) Plug it and use the new powdered detergents for front loaders. You throw in a small scoop in with the clothes. You can probably add the softener at the same time through the front door. Edited January 6, 2023 by stevasaurus 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,594 #3 Posted January 6, 2023 You really need "soft" work clothes? 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,905 #4 Posted January 6, 2023 9 minutes ago, stevasaurus said: Plug it looking further into this, the two lines are hot and cold. They Y together in the drawer. I am contemplating an in-line tee on the hoses and epoxy the snapped piece shut. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,905 #5 Posted January 6, 2023 7 minutes ago, SylvanLakeWH said: You really need "soft" work clothes? after the struggle of this “quick and easy job” I might need a soft room! 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,905 #6 Posted January 6, 2023 Good news-ish. The local appliance shop called back and we talked things over. Come to find out, my thoughts and plans to tee the lines together sounded good to him. I took the box out and removed the lid. I am soaking it in bleach water to cleanse it of any grime and slime before assembling it again. You can clearly see they are the same system once they enter the case. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,594 #8 Posted January 6, 2023 I've used that on boats. Amazing holding power... Good suggestion... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,071 #9 Posted January 6, 2023 I would do it ! We (Libby) had to have a new washer and dryer a few years back… new fangled, no knobs, all digital… I can’t even figure out how to turn the things on… I told her “That’ll teach ya”. 😆 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,233 #10 Posted January 6, 2023 (edited) Looking good, there. Good luck with the rest! A couple weeks back I replaced the circulator pump on a 20 yo dishwasher (thankfully the drain pump is separate, avoiding the need for an extra solenoid and crazy plumbing). I was in dread of applying too much force to some part made of unobtanium as I dis- and re-assembled it. Luck shone on me, though, and it’s together and working smoothly again. A seal had hardened allowing water to seep into the motor bearing. $70 for the assembly as its components are “unserviceable”. Edited January 6, 2023 by Handy Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,137 #11 Posted January 7, 2023 (edited) We had a POJ Maytag Bravos top loader for about 10 years. Never liked how it rinsed. Wound clothing into knots. Had to replace a fill solenoid about 3 years ago. It developed a small leak on big loads and got a growling noise. A week before Christmas I was trying to figure out what to get the wife and that growl finally put me over the edge. Went to Lowes and bought a front loader on sale for $700. 3 days later it's delivered. I get home and there is no owner's manual. I think that's weird. 2 weeks later when the little bit of snow melted I found it in the yard. Edited January 7, 2023 by squonk 1 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,824 #12 Posted January 7, 2023 (edited) How did the coins get past the inlet screen? I've laundered plenty of money but it was just always laying on the bottom of the drum. I would thunk they got in the pump they would busted off most likely plastic impellers. 3 hours ago, Pullstart said: this 7 year old appliance with yet another sub-par wash machine I'm on track for 20 years but I don't want new big box junk. I just keep a wrenching on them as long as parts are NLA and affordable. Your crew T prolly does alot of wash tho. Tell her I got a line on one of these if she wants to upgrade... Yep... Dan & I know a guy... Ask her she prefers a metal or wooden tub?... Hit n miss or Maytag?!? Edited January 7, 2023 by WHX?? 2 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,233 #13 Posted January 7, 2023 51 minutes ago, squonk said: growl finally put me over the edge I have a FIRM rule anything that plugs in is NOT eligible to be a present, unless it was explicitly requested. This has stood me in excellent stead! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,137 #14 Posted January 7, 2023 Just now, Handy Don said: I have a FIRM rule anything that plugs in is NOT eligible to be a present, unless it was explicitly requested. This has stood me in excellent stead! Wife loved it. She would rather have something that makes her life easier than anything material. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,233 #15 Posted January 7, 2023 1 minute ago, squonk said: Wife loved it. She would rather have something that makes her life easier than anything material. Sounds good. Here, that would be more than acceptable as a household expense decision (thoughtful and maybe even with bonus points) but NOT as a gift. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,314 #16 Posted January 7, 2023 7 minutes ago, squonk said: Wife loved it. She would rather have something that makes her life easier than anything material. Why did you buy her a set of pots and pans at the same time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill D 1,922 #17 Posted January 7, 2023 If you do have to replace your washer, buy a Speed Queen top loader. Built like tank, and made in the USA. Best washer I've ever owned. 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,597 #19 Posted January 7, 2023 (edited) 22 minutes ago, Bill D said: buy a Speed Queen top loader. Built like tank, and made in the USA. I have a Speed Queen top loader, my good friend has a Maytag top loader. They are the exact same machine with different decals on the control panel, and both made at Alliance Laundry in Ripon WI. Like a lot of appliances, there are about 3 or 4 manufactures and 20 different names. Edited January 7, 2023 by Achto 1 1 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,137 #20 Posted January 7, 2023 26 minutes ago, elcamino/wheelhorse said: Why did you buy her a set of pots and pans at the same time. She has 4 Insta-Pots. When she brought home the 4th she said " Well you have 5 tractors! " 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,824 #21 Posted January 7, 2023 21 minutes ago, Achto said: and both made at Alliance Laundry in Ripon, Wi Yep and my boy works there... no thanks trying to.quit... 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonytoro416 1,034 #22 Posted January 7, 2023 I would have done number four as well. It’s worth a shot. If it doesn’t work then plan B I reckon 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cafoose 3,355 #23 Posted January 7, 2023 Got a Maytag toploader and matching dryer at an auction for about $150. Washer just needed a water pump and drain vent total cost for parts about 50 bucks. Easy to work on $200 invested and works great 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,198 #24 Posted January 7, 2023 7 hours ago, cafoose said: an auction for about $150. That's the going price for large appliances at my local weekly estate auction. Some are junk and some look like new. A good washer and dryer is on my watch list. My Whirlpool set is nearly 20years old. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,824 #25 Posted January 7, 2023 1 hour ago, Ed Kennell said: My Whirlpool set is nearly 20years old. Look out Ed... Kev is gonna jinx us! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
