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Thread Number: 24401
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Post# 378686 9/13/2009 at 20:45 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz  (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378687 , Reply# 1 9/13/2009 at 20:46 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378689 , Reply# 2 9/13/2009 at 20:57 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Oh who am I kidding! A few months ago I was contacted by a very kind gentlemen out of Central Kansas, and wanted to know if I'd be interested in his Maytag Combo. Shortly after talking to Steven over the phone I made arrangements to come pick it up a few months from then. Fast Forward to this weekend. With the Maytag being in Central Kansas who better to tag along than Greg? And what is wrong with this picture - the person who owns the Maytag isn't even helping unload it from the store! 
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Post# 378690 , Reply# 3 9/13/2009 at 20:57 (5,330 days old) by gyrafoam (Wytheville, VA) |
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Oh honey puhleeeez, is this some kind of joke? | ||
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Post# 378693 , Reply# 4 9/13/2009 at 21:02 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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After getting it to Omaha we were just blown away by how clean and nice this machine was. The history was hazy on just how it came to be at the store so we will never know exactly why it was so well preserved. This is the 5th Maytag Combo know to still exist. Two in Newton at the Jasper County museum (Whirlpool supposedly shipped it back to the museum after clearing everything from the Factory Store and shipping it up to Benton Harbor), Greg's, and Kim's. Well, Mad Men is just about to start. More photos to come after 10! 
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Post# 378697 , Reply# 6 9/13/2009 at 21:11 (5,330 days old) by gyrafoam (Wytheville, VA) |
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Oh hell, what threw me was how pristine it is! What an awesome parts machine! | ||
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Post# 378708 , Reply# 7 9/13/2009 at 22:06 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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The Snack Bar is closing in 10 minutes.... | ||
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Post# 378711 , Reply# 8 9/13/2009 at 22:08 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378712 , Reply# 9 9/13/2009 at 22:09 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378713 , Reply# 10 9/13/2009 at 22:10 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378714 , Reply# 11 9/13/2009 at 22:11 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378715 , Reply# 12 9/13/2009 at 22:12 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378716 , Reply# 13 9/13/2009 at 22:12 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378717 , Reply# 14 9/13/2009 at 22:14 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378718 , Reply# 15 9/13/2009 at 22:15 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378719 , Reply# 16 9/13/2009 at 22:15 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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A Y T A G | ||
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Post# 378721 , Reply# 17 9/13/2009 at 22:16 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378722 , Reply# 18 9/13/2009 at 22:17 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378724 , Reply# 19 9/13/2009 at 22:18 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Dependable roots.... | ||
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Post# 378725 , Reply# 20 9/13/2009 at 22:19 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378726 , Reply# 21 9/13/2009 at 22:20 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378728 , Reply# 22 9/13/2009 at 22:24 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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While the timer is a major weak spot in these machines (note the much needed repairs stated earlier for Greg's) - it is pretty cool to use. You first select how long you'd like your wash by turning the dial clockwise. Then you set the blue tab with the duration of drying time needed. Once that is done you choose your fabric choice on the fabric selector and the machine starts up. Unbelievably this machine runs quite well. The pump and blower need a little bit of work, as well as the tub boot. Once those things are in check it will get a water test! 
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Post# 378729 , Reply# 23 9/13/2009 at 22:25 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378730 , Reply# 24 9/13/2009 at 22:26 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378731 , Reply# 25 9/13/2009 at 22:26 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378732 , Reply# 26 9/13/2009 at 22:27 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 378733 , Reply# 27 9/13/2009 at 22:32 (5,330 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Very thrilled that this machine was uncovered and made it home in one piece. I've been dreaming about finding one of these since I first saw Greg's back in 2005. Knowing how difficult it is to find them I never imagined that I'd ever find one. Thanks to Greg for being a huge inspiration on the quest for the Maytag Combo! At the moment I am quite the novice on the Combo's - so I'll refer back to Greg's original post of when he brought his home. Lots of good info packed into that 5 year old thread. Oh yeah - I was just kidding about this being a parts machine. It will wash again someday! Ben CLICK HERE TO GO TO swestoyz's LINK 
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| Post# 378735 , Reply# 28 9/13/2009 at 22:45 (5,330 days old) by toggleswitch2 () | ||
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CONGRATS! It is beautiful! Now, why were these recalled again? Was there a vented / gas version? How does the condenser system work? WOW. A water heater! Be well! | ||
| Post# 378736 , Reply# 29 9/13/2009 at 22:52 (5,330 days old) by roto204 (Tucson, AZ) | ||
WOW!!! | ||
| Post# 378737 , Reply# 30 9/13/2009 at 22:54 (5,330 days old) by qsd-dan (West) | ||
Parts Machine? | ||
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Post# 378738 , Reply# 31 9/13/2009 at 22:56 (5,330 days old) by unimatic1140 (Minneapolis) |
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***Clapping*** | ||
| Post# 378741 , Reply# 32 9/13/2009 at 23:19 (5,330 days old) by maytagbear (N.E. Ohio) | ||
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I'm speechless! (Well, almost). What a wonderful save, Ben. EN-freaking-JOY! Lawrence/Maytagbear | ||
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Post# 378743 , Reply# 33 9/13/2009 at 23:42 (5,330 days old) by peteski50 (New York) |
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Maytag! | ||
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Post# 378747 , Reply# 34 9/14/2009 at 00:03 (5,330 days old) by mayfan69 (Brisbane Queensland Australia) |
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Gorgeaus Ben | ||
| Post# 378756 , Reply# 35 9/14/2009 at 03:25 (5,330 days old) by alr2903 (TN) | ||
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Ben congrats, what a find. alr2903 | ||
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Post# 378765 , Reply# 36 9/14/2009 at 05:18 (5,330 days old) by gyrafoam (Wytheville, VA) |
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Oh yeah, the moment I saw that I knew it was no donor machine! That is a fantastic find! Congratulations! | ||
| Post# 378770 , Reply# 37 9/14/2009 at 06:18 (5,330 days old) by christfr (st louis mo) | ||
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| Post# 378772 , Reply# 38 9/14/2009 at 06:42 (5,330 days old) by bygted () | ||
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NICE ! WOW - love that instruction sticker still intact on top! | ||
| Post# 378803 , Reply# 40 9/14/2009 at 10:56 (5,330 days old) by lokringbob () | ||
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What town is that? What town in Central Kansas ? Looks familiar. | ||
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Post# 378811 , Reply# 41 9/14/2009 at 11:35 (5,330 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land) |
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*** Standing ovation*** Wow Ben that is absolutely awesome, CONGRATS!!! That machine looks to be in incredible condition, like it was just unboxed! Just stunning! I am just amazed and in awe every time someone finds some incredible or rare machine, that looks like it's been sitting with little or no use for the last 40+ years! You have been VERY fortunate in that department! I'm sure there are others, but the two that really stand out in my mind are the Bendix combo and this Maytag Combo! Question: Where are the water and drain connections on this machine? They are not visible in any of your photos. Kevin | ||
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Post# 378929 , Reply# 42 9/14/2009 at 14:59 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Thanks guys for your kind comments! The Bendix Duomatic is a far cry, condition-wise, in comparison to the Maytag. While the Duomatic had little use it sat in a limestone basement in upstate NY for all of its life - thus it needs a complete tear down. The Maytag shouldn't require nearly as much attention as the Duo will (even though they are severely trouble-prone). The Maytag came from Lanerd, KS. Togs - it may take a few days but I can post copy from the service manual that should help clear up any questions on how the condensing system works on the Maytag. Tom's write up is spot on! Kevin - the 4 solenoid water valve is at the bottom right hand side of the base. It requires a complete cabinet tear down if it needed servicing - just one of the many lovely service-minded engineering decisions made with this machine. The pump hose would exit to the left of the electrical block (currently missing from the machine. Ben | ||
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Post# 378936 , Reply# 43 9/14/2009 at 15:25 (5,329 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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Post# 378964 , Reply# 44 9/14/2009 at 16:25 (5,329 days old) by volvoguy87 (Cincinnati, OH) |
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WOW!
That is an amazing find. I hope you find it to your liking and that you can get it washing and drying as intended. I would be interested to see a comparison of this to other washer/dryers like Bendix to compare design methodology and performance. Maytag was known for such superior engineering, I wonder why the combo is so comparatively crude in some respects (cabinet access!)? Congratulations, Dave | ||
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Post# 378983 , Reply# 45 9/14/2009 at 17:30 (5,329 days old) by jetaction (Minneapolis) |
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Yeah Ben! | ||
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Post# 378988 , Reply# 46 9/14/2009 at 18:01 (5,329 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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| Post# 379022 , Reply# 47 9/14/2009 at 19:56 (5,329 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA) | ||
WOW!!! | ||
| Post# 379066 , Reply# 48 9/14/2009 at 23:33 (5,329 days old) by a440 () | ||
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Wow! What a great find! And to think you found this parts donor behind Lowes! I love it!!!!! This Maytag combo is in amazingly good shape! Thanks for the pictures. You guys look great having so much fun!!!! Brent | ||
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Post# 379080 , Reply# 49 9/15/2009 at 00:08 (5,329 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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What a fun weekend! It's rare that we get to share in seeing the pure joy on our friend's faces but seeing Ben get this combo was as good as any Christmas morning could hope to be. It really is a beautiful machine and with a little bit of work and a couple of 240v relays for the longevity-protection of the timer, Ben will be washing and drying in the same drum very soon. I'll post some more pictures this week from the trip - and of the timer repair that wouldn't have been possible without the support and help of Ben for my Maytag combo. Thanks again for a great weekend and congrats on a well-deserved rarity, Ben! | ||
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Post# 379126 , Reply# 50 9/15/2009 at 08:34 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Bob - Steven had a copy of the parts book for the Combo. No owner's manual to be found. Dave - these machines were a disaster for servicing. We take for granted the simplicity built into the Helical top loading washers. The combo - while a beautiful machine, is a rushed together production of a machine. With Bendix tying up the good patents, it left the other manufactures to come up with creative ways to put a combo on the market. While they were creative, they also weren't very practical in terms of longevity. I am starting to scan the repair manual now, and will include the section here titled: How it Works. Enjoy Steve! 
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Post# 379127 , Reply# 51 9/15/2009 at 08:35 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379128 , Reply# 52 9/15/2009 at 08:36 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379129 , Reply# 53 9/15/2009 at 08:37 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379130 , Reply# 54 9/15/2009 at 08:37 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379131 , Reply# 55 9/15/2009 at 08:38 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379132 , Reply# 56 9/15/2009 at 08:39 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379133 , Reply# 57 9/15/2009 at 08:40 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379135 , Reply# 58 9/15/2009 at 08:41 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379136 , Reply# 59 9/15/2009 at 08:41 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379142 , Reply# 60 9/15/2009 at 09:48 (5,329 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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Post# 379164 , Reply# 61 9/15/2009 at 11:44 (5,329 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379182 , Reply# 62 9/15/2009 at 12:52 (5,328 days old) by turquoisedude (.) |
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Wow! Congratulations! | ||
| Post# 379212 , Reply# 63 9/15/2009 at 14:53 (5,328 days old) by lebron (Minnesota) | ||
Ben | ||
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Post# 379245 , Reply# 64 9/15/2009 at 17:41 (5,328 days old) by aussie-plugs (Melbourne, Australia) |
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Fantastic read! Thanks for posting so much detail about such an intersting machine. | ||
| Post# 379266 , Reply# 65 9/15/2009 at 19:47 (5,328 days old) by aldspinboy (Philadelphia, Pa) | ||
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| Post# 379269 , Reply# 66 9/15/2009 at 19:54 (5,328 days old) by a440 () | ||
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Awesome Scans! Thanks Bill! Brent | ||
| Post# 379329 , Reply# 67 9/15/2009 at 22:58 (5,328 days old) by alr2903 (TN) | ||
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Ben, if you did a wash only, and NO condenser drying. How many gallons would be used in the Normal cycle? | ||
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Post# 379398 , Reply# 68 9/16/2009 at 08:17 (5,328 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379400 , Reply# 69 9/16/2009 at 08:17 (5,328 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379402 , Reply# 70 9/16/2009 at 08:18 (5,328 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379403 , Reply# 71 9/16/2009 at 08:19 (5,328 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379404 , Reply# 72 9/16/2009 at 08:19 (5,328 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Post# 379408 , Reply# 73 9/16/2009 at 08:45 (5,328 days old) by unimatic1140 (Minneapolis) |
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Post# 379450 , Reply# 74 9/16/2009 at 12:24 (5,327 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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Post# 379480 , Reply# 75 9/16/2009 at 15:07 (5,327 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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Post# 379483 , Reply# 76 9/16/2009 at 15:34 (5,327 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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I have the owner's manual, Don S. found it for me so I w | ||
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Post# 379643 , Reply# 77 9/17/2009 at 10:50 (5,327 days old) by jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers) |
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Wonderful save Ben! | ||
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