Thread Number: 2114
Speed Queen Washer Restoration / Repair Help
[Down to Last]

automaticwasher.org's exclusive eBay Watch:
scroll >>> for more items --- [As an eBay Partner, eBay may compensate automaticwasher.org if you make a purchase using any link to eBay on this page]
Post# 66880   5/15/2005 at 18:29 (6,913 days old) by Easyspindrier (Maryland)        

Hi All,

Let me start by saying this is a great site. I have been an avid viewer of the site for a long time. I just acquired a Speed Queen solid tub washer, which prompted me to join. I have several questions and know there are a lot of knowledgeable people here.

1)The model # is FA3820 Serial Y2746455. Is there a way to determine the age with these numbers?

2)The screws holding the washtub to the center agitator column won’t budge. Any suggestions to ease removal?

3)The center agitator column has deteriorated in one spot close to where the washtub attaches. I would like to replace it if possible. Are there any sources on-line or in the Frederick / Baltimore MD area for a repair manual and parts? I’ve checked Repair Clinic and Partselect. Partselect states the column is no longer available.

Thanks in advance,
James





Post# 67001 , Reply# 1   5/16/2005 at 14:57 (6,912 days old) by eddy1210 (Burnaby BC Canada)        
SQ

eddy1210's profile picture
Hi James, welcome to the club!
#1) Other members of the club may be more precise than me, but I'd say that was a late 70's early 80's model.
#2) I've had lots of trouble getting the solid s/s tubs off the centerpost. You've got to use lots of heat, ie blowtorch. I end up drilling and cutting most of the time just to salvage the tub. It's rare to find a new centerpost these days, but I found 2 these past few years so don't give up hope.
3) You could try using plumber's epoxy putty to seal the leaks, it's worked on one of my SQ's and still so far so good.
Eddy


Post# 67150 , Reply# 2   5/17/2005 at 18:48 (6,911 days old) by pdub (Portland, Oregon)        
Center Post

pdub's profile picture
Have you seen this? Maybe it would work in your machine.

CLICK HERE TO GO TO pdub's LINK on eBay



Forum Index:       Other Forums:                      



Comes to the Rescue!

The Discuss-o-Mat has stopped, buzzer is sounding!!!
If you would like to reply to this thread please log-in...

Discuss-O-MAT Log-In



New Members
Click Here To Sign Up.



                     


automaticwasher.org home
Discuss-o-Mat Forums
Vintage Brochures, Service and Owners Manuals
Fun Vintage Washer Ephemera
See It Wash!
Video Downloads
Audio Downloads
Picture of the Day
Patent of the Day
Photos of our Collections
The Old Aberdeen Farm
Vintage Service Manuals
Vintage washer/dryer/dishwasher to sell?
Technical/service questions?
Looking for Parts?
Website related questions?
Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy
Our Privacy Policy