Thread Number: 69171
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Frigidaire Unimatic washer and dryer |
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Post# 919728 , Reply# 1   2/6/2017 at 16:27 (2,606 days old) by mayfan69 (Brisbane Queensland Australia)   |   | |
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Jesse,
I'm sure everyone here understands your desire to find your dream Frigidaire pair, but it's probably time you start looking at alternative advertising techniques. As the majority of collectors here that have Frigidaire's and other vintage machines would testify, there are plenty of ways to find machines: eg: wanted adverts in local papers, checking craigslist regularly, setting up alerts on craiglist (if that can be done at all), ebay, wanted flyers, going to estate sales etc. Yes, all of this, plus transport is going to cost money but that is part of being a collector. I understand a member did come forward and offered you a 1-18 but it had to be transported to you. If no one else has come forward through this site, then I think its time to start thinking a little 'outside the square'. Regards Leon |
Post# 919757 , Reply# 2   2/6/2017 at 18:32 (2,606 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)   |   | |
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Post# 919761 , Reply# 3   2/6/2017 at 18:42 (2,606 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)   |   | |
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Amen Leon.
Thanks for enlightening this young man. We all want vintage machines NOW. How ever patients is a virtue. Jesse, It took years for me to find my Unimatic. When I was a child growing up there was a Laundromat next to my Dad's business. As a child, I remember wandering into that laundromat with the fragrance of Tide or Cheer, multiplied by the sound of a bank of Unimatics Pulsating, Solenoids slamming and aromas of starch, bleach and hot cotton being dried. Jesse, You have to move to acquire these machines. No one is going to drop these in your lap. It's part of the adventure. Be smart, quick, inovative and clever to figure out a way to get these desirable s. I wish you well young man. After all we need youngsters to take the helm of AW.org. : ) As you will see in my Avitar pic, I went and rescued a ABC for Turqoisedude because I had the time, he's a great guy, I was on a trip to NJ for a machine for me. and if I ever can would do the same for any other member here. It's all about taking care and saving machines. Get a dight creative and your dreams will come true . : ) I wish you the best Young Man... |
Post# 919769 , Reply# 5   2/6/2017 at 19:44 (2,606 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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Jesse, Don't get discouraged .Did Bob contact you ? |
Post# 919775 , Reply# 6   2/6/2017 at 19:59 (2,606 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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Way to go guys, This boy is 16 years old .You really taught him a lesson.Idiots |
Post# 919777 , Reply# 7   2/6/2017 at 20:03 (2,606 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 919779 , Reply# 9   2/6/2017 at 20:11 (2,606 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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You wouldn't see it if it hit you.You have hundreds of rare machines in a barn,remember ?Why don't you email him your standard answer. I have 6 of them in my barn.You must drive to Mars to get 1 and no guarantees. |
Post# 919780 , Reply# 10   2/6/2017 at 20:15 (2,606 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 919783 , Reply# 11   2/6/2017 at 20:20 (2,606 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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May I nominate you for a hoarders TV show interview?? |
Post# 919785 , Reply# 13   2/6/2017 at 20:29 (2,606 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Post# 919787 , Reply# 15   2/6/2017 at 20:35 (2,606 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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Travis, I'm sorry for my attitude on this.Question ,Did Bob from winston-salem follow up? |
Post# 919799 , Reply# 18   2/6/2017 at 21:25 (2,606 days old) by jessed (Saint Marys, Pennsylvania)   |   | |
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Thanks Duke! I have found that shipping company now. I know that there are machines out there and I will find one someday to add to my collection. JesseD |
Post# 919936 , Reply# 22   2/7/2017 at 16:33 (2,605 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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EXACTLY! When is the last time you went to an estate sale, or a garage sale? Or an old junk shop, in the wrong end of town? Last year I found a set of Hamilton 800's at an estate sale. Some people here more knowledgeable than me said they might be the only set left anymore. Ya know what I did with em? A good friend and collector contacted me, and he gave me what I paid for them. And I drove the few hours to his house, and delivered them. Helped put them in the basement. And ya know what else? THEY WERE UNCHECKED! Can you believe it? People actually buy things the way they are! Unbelievable, eh? There's another friend and collector who lives a lot closer to you, Duke, than he does me. I've GIVEN him probably 20-25 machines over the years. 63 Kenmore 70 series set, Lady Kenmores, belt drive portable washer, etc. ALL UNCHECKED again. The deal is, I get a few I know he would want, he says OK, and then he arranges transportation. I meet his truck, move machines from my truck to his, and they head south. Call me a hoarder, idiot, whatever makes you feel better. I'm going to continue to do what I do. Whether anyone else approves of my ways, or not. CLICK HERE TO GO TO goatfarmer's LINK |
Post# 919943 , Reply# 23   2/7/2017 at 17:17 (2,605 days old) by Stricklybojack (South Hams Devon UK)   |   | |
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Although you may find an amazing $50 set at an estate sale, consider the gas used to get there. Okay big deal, but what about the *dozens* of such sales one will likely have to frequent before getting a shot at something desirable? It adds up and why paying more up front might save you in the long run and you get to enjoy the machine that much sooner. In vacuums, when a collector puts a machine on EBay he has painstakingly restored to near perfection after a long initial search to locate the vacuum and needed parts...well the price you will pay is a bargain. That person made pennies an hour for their skilled labor. I have to think the same applies to washers and dryers. The mint ones are stupid rare...but are out there and deserve a sizable finders fee.An average one, brought to mint condition through many hours of skilled labor and cursing also deserves fair compensation to the owner. Although as already expressed above, concern for the home the machine is going to will likely often out weigh the possible monetary gain. Or in the case of a fixer, the confidence the new owner will be able to be successful in bringing the machine back to top shape may be the necessary ingredient to getting the current owner to let go. And don't forget, 'you catch more flies with honey than vinegar.' This post was last edited 02/07/2017 at 23:01 |
Post# 919961 , Reply# 25   2/7/2017 at 19:31 (2,605 days old) by duke ()   |   | |
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After talking with Travis last night and thinking about things today,My mind is a little clearer on being a collector vs someone who can't stand to see a classic trashed and therefore rescue's it. Kenny,I apologize-Duke |
Post# 919996 , Reply# 27   2/7/2017 at 22:13 (2,605 days old) by norgeway (mocksville n c )   |   | |
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I waited about 20 tears to get a Apex Strato Cleaner, over 30 years to get a 58 Ken Kart with a powermate,but keep on, you will get what you want eventually. |
Post# 920054 , Reply# 29   2/8/2017 at 09:54 (2,605 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)   |   | |
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Apology accepted, Duke. My dad was a repair guy his whole life, owned a couple of businesses, and sold new and used appliances. This is not lying when I say this stuff get's in your blood. I get frustrated when I see vintage things get scrapped, or destroyed. I know ya can't save them all, but I'm doing my part in trying! |
Post# 920150 , Reply# 30   2/8/2017 at 19:18 (2,604 days old) by norgeway (mocksville n c )   |   | |
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That's why I have about 800 vacuums and nearly as many mixers and probably 300 blenders..LOL |
Post# 921160 , Reply# 32   2/13/2017 at 16:16 (2,599 days old) by newvista58 (Northern NJ)   |   | |
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I have been collecting a lot of vintage things, and
I too at times thought I may never find an item I was searching for, but eventually it does show up. Enjoy the thrill of the hunt. It's not just the destination, but enjoying the journey along the way. I will keep an eye out. If I find one, I will let you know, and I will hold onto it till you can work something out. Good Luck : ) Best washes, Louis |
Post# 924702 , Reply# 33   3/3/2017 at 17:56 (2,581 days old) by TrainGuy (Key West, FL)   |   | |
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Post# 924717 , Reply# 34   3/3/2017 at 19:13 (2,581 days old) by norgeway (mocksville n c )   |   | |
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If I see something I hate, but is rare, like pushbutton or AMP Maytags, don't pass them up if at all possible,someone will want them BADLY! |
Post# 924731 , Reply# 35   3/3/2017 at 20:25 (2,581 days old) by jessed (Saint Marys, Pennsylvania)   |   | |
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My search is not going so well because I am still fighting about buying non working appliances. I keep searching and scouring the internet though |