Thread Number: 39951
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The BIG Spring (West Coast) Wash-In!!! |
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Post# 591465   4/22/2012 at 22:14 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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WOW... this little thing that started out as Jon (Jetcone) coming by to see my collection.... turned into a full blown WASH-IN with 50 people coming from all over the US and Canada!!!!
I want to thank EVERYONE who took the time to make their way to my house for the wash-in! THANK YOU!
But I especially have to thank, first and foremost, Kelly (Mixfinder) for coming down not only to attend, but to help with ALL of the food! Kelly, I appreciate you more then you can possibly know! Your incredible culinary expertise, tireless energy and absolutely amazing ability to produce not only fantastic flavor and quality, but the sheer volume of food, cookies, pies, cakes and bread just blew me away! THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH!
I also MUST thank everyone that came by on Thursday and Friday to not only help me set up and get ready, but also offered to work on machines and jumped right in..... so thank you VERY much to Ralph, Gordon, Drew, Tim, John & Jeff Lefever, Cal, Nate and Justin. (If I got for someone, please forgive my memory).
As I was busy being "the host" I didn't get a lot of photos, but I did get a few. So I will ask that all of you who attended, please share your photos here!
OK I will start off with the photos I have.......
Here are a couple from Friday. John Lefever working on my 69 Lady K combo trying to get it going. After cleaning and adjusting, it needs a sump to pump hose... but he said it's in excellent condition otherwise. YAY! |
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Post# 591466 , Reply# 1   4/22/2012 at 22:18 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591467 , Reply# 2   4/22/2012 at 22:20 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591468 , Reply# 3   4/22/2012 at 22:23 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591470 , Reply# 4   4/22/2012 at 22:29 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Thanks to the efforts of Tim, John, Jeff, Nate & Cal, this Westinghouse Spacemate NOW LIVES AGAIN!!!! It had a seized motor, a seized pump, a bad drain solenoid, tub boot (as you saw above) and a weak door seal. So here it is now actually washing a load!
I am SO JAZZED about this! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!
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Post# 591472 , Reply# 5   4/22/2012 at 22:37 (4,385 days old) by in2itdood ()   |   | |
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Everything looks amazing! It sure looks like all the guys had a great time! I hope I can make the next one. |
Post# 591473 , Reply# 6   4/22/2012 at 22:39 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Everyone watching the little Westinghouse go through a cycle!
(From Left: Greg (Gansky1), Scott (Scott 55045), Nate (Roto204), our webmaster Robert, just in front of him Fred (Hooverwheelaway), behind Fred in med blue Tim (Macboy91si), in back in dark blue, Ralph (RP2813), my friend Pete in brown, back in front in yellow, Eddy (EddyF1210), John Lefever in plaid and Patrick (Pdub) on the far right. This post was last edited 04/22/2012 at 23:17 |
Post# 591474 , Reply# 7   4/22/2012 at 22:42 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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John Lefever not giving the little reborn Westy a chance.... trying to oversuds it ALREADY! This post was last edited 04/22/2012 at 23:19 |
Post# 591475 , Reply# 8   4/22/2012 at 22:43 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591476 , Reply# 9   4/22/2012 at 22:47 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591477 , Reply# 10   4/22/2012 at 22:49 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591479 , Reply# 11   4/22/2012 at 22:53 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Now inside for dinner... Home made lasagna, cesar salad AND home made bread, plus pies and cakes for dessert! This post was last edited 04/22/2012 at 23:20 |
Post# 591480 , Reply# 12   4/22/2012 at 22:55 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591481 , Reply# 13   4/22/2012 at 22:56 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591482 , Reply# 14   4/22/2012 at 22:57 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591483 , Reply# 15   4/22/2012 at 22:59 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Fred, Robert and..... if you don't know who I am by now, well I don't know what to tell you. LOL This post was last edited 04/22/2012 at 23:21 |
Post# 591484 , Reply# 16   4/22/2012 at 23:00 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591485 , Reply# 17   4/22/2012 at 23:05 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591487 , Reply# 18   4/22/2012 at 23:13 (4,385 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Umm... I believe this would be the "Wash-In equivalent" putting a lamp shade on your head when your drunk??? LOL
There you have it, all the photos I have (worth posting anyway). I know there are many others out there so please share!
Again, thank you so much to everyone who attended and assisted in making the Big Spring Wash-In a BIG sucsess!! I loved seeing old friends and making new friends too! A special shout out to new AW member Anthony (waterwitch) who joined 2 weeks ago! Thanks you for coming down to attend!
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Post# 591490 , Reply# 19   4/22/2012 at 23:40 (4,385 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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Post# 591491 , Reply# 20   4/22/2012 at 23:45 (4,385 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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Post# 591492 , Reply# 21   4/22/2012 at 23:47 (4,385 days old) by peteski50 (New York)   |   | |
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Post# 591493 , Reply# 22   4/22/2012 at 23:47 (4,385 days old) by countryford (Austin, MN)   |   | |
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Post# 591495 , Reply# 23   4/22/2012 at 23:49 (4,385 days old) by countryford (Austin, MN)   |   | |
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Post# 591496 , Reply# 24   4/22/2012 at 23:50 (4,385 days old) by countryford (Austin, MN)   |   | |
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Post# 591497 , Reply# 25   4/22/2012 at 23:51 (4,385 days old) by countryford (Austin, MN)   |   | |
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Post# 591498 , Reply# 26   4/22/2012 at 23:54 (4,385 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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Also before the wash-in so much work went into so many machines. One very special machine was Andy's (Redcarpetdrew) 1966 Lady (&^%$#) Kenmore. He has other nice words for her, but this machine was reborn just a day before the event. I hope Andy is very proud of this machine, I know I would be. Gordon and Andy worked for HOURS on this machine well into the night.
Here is the 1st water test after reassembly, it really was amazing to see how far this machine has come. |
Post# 591502 , Reply# 27   4/23/2012 at 00:06 (4,385 days old) by countryford (Austin, MN)   |   | |
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Post# 591508 , Reply# 28   4/23/2012 at 01:19 (4,385 days old) by kenmoreguy64 (Charlotte, NC)   |   | |
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And walking around like a zombie. I sat next to someone on the plane who needed a seatbelt extension. When I choose my seat I thought "time to get back to sitting next the window" as after all, commercial aviation is a hobby as near and dear as washers to me. Sitting on a non-stop L.A. to Charlotte Airbus feeling like my left shoulder was going to squeeze through the gap between the seat and the sidewall, about all I could move was my left eyeball.
So I've been home for several hours, checked the site twice, and here now as I stagger to bed I see that a lousy pic of me has been the last thing posted on the Imperial forum for over an hour. UGH...! G |
Post# 591509 , Reply# 29   4/23/2012 at 01:31 (4,385 days old) by kenmoreguy64 (Charlotte, NC)   |   | |
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What an awesome time we all had. Kevin, you are a great host. I always enjoy seeing you - you are one of the many treasures that AW.org has afforded us.
Andy, I am THRILLED that you are so happy with your machine and that it came out so well. Listening to our conversation on Tim's video of the water test on the Lady reminds me how much we laughed the last few days. How awesome is that?! Tim - I had no idea you were recording all that. Good for you! Your skills with those little twin tubs amazes me. What can I say about the Penta-hat? Kelly, it was great to meet you. It's been said before, but WOW, thank you for the tremendous food. It was a real treat. I won't soon forget this trip for many reasons. But, Kevin, you may want to bleep out the conversation on the web cam (if it was recorded) when we start talking about the little wringer washer. NOT a conversation for younsters!!! L O L Thanks again everyone! Gordon |
Post# 591521 , Reply# 31   4/23/2012 at 03:05 (4,385 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill *Home of the RailwayTrials* Merseyside,UK)   |   | |
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Another grand time was had by all, thanks Kevin for inviting us all worldwide, the web cam was great, although due to time difference here I saw the beginning and the wind down just as most people where leaving...LOl
Gordon I saw the bit at the end when Tim was demonstrating the wringer washer near the camera, the sound was not on all the time and adds kept interupting play but it looked like lots of fun - so spared your blushes...LOl Kevin, was trying to find out what the front loader was with the top off, I thought it was a spacemate but then knew for sure when the solenoid went of with a bang, as we had picked one up over here and have been repairing it - why do they make them soooo noisy!!! What powder was in the Maytag FL that made it oversudz?? and how was Rosalies received?? Cheers, Mike |
Post# 591563 , Reply# 32   4/23/2012 at 09:18 (4,385 days old) by turquoisedude (.)   |   | |
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Post# 591567 , Reply# 33   4/23/2012 at 09:31 (4,385 days old) by kevin313 (Detroit, Michigan)   |   | |
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Kev - what an incredible party you had! By the looks of things, a great time was had by all and there was plenty of washing fun! We would have loved to have been there to see/meet everyone and celebrate...we hope to make the next one! Keep those pictures/videos coming - it's the next best thing to being there!
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Post# 591580 , Reply# 34   4/23/2012 at 10:53 (4,385 days old) by d-jones (Western Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh Area))   |   | |
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Post# 591585 , Reply# 35   4/23/2012 at 11:08 (4,385 days old) by dishwasherfan (Phoenix, AZ)   |   | |
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Post# 591606 , Reply# 37   4/23/2012 at 12:14 (4,385 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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Post# 591614 , Reply# 38   4/23/2012 at 13:27 (4,384 days old) by CircleW (NE Cincinnati OH area)   |   | |
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Wow, looks like a great time was had by all who attended. I had seriously considered going, but had to spend over $700 on having my truck repaired last month, and it has to have new tires and shocks soon. Whenever I make another trip out west, I'll sure try to stop in at Kevins! |
Post# 591619 , Reply# 39   4/23/2012 at 13:55 (4,384 days old) by washerlover (The Big Island, Hawai’i)   |   | |
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Looks like a Fab time had by all! I was with you all in spirit!
John LeFever...where are you?! I need help with my '65 Lady K combo! Bad filter hose and am having trouble finding a suitable substitute/replacement/repair for it. Any ideas? I hate to part this thing out considering it all works well otherwise. Please feel free to email me toddmetcalf46@yahoo.com. Thanks and sorry to post my plea for help in this thread but saw the photo of John and the combo... |
Post# 591671 , Reply# 41   4/23/2012 at 18:51 (4,384 days old) by harvestgold (Deland, Florida )   |   | |
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Kevin i have been mute from the club for too long and just wanted to give a real big thanks for a great wash in party it was so great to meet so many of the club members and see all those fabulous machines WOW john |
Post# 591672 , Reply# 42   4/23/2012 at 18:52 (4,384 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY)   |   | |
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The Rotoflex movie. You're all standing around talking then debating the water level, and I'm shouting at the screen begging Andy to plug it in and getting Gordon to put the dial in the dead zone setting we were all talking about the other day, and get that Lady stroking at a low water level. What fun! Water boarding anyone?
Great to see everyone. Thanks. Wish I could have been there too! |
Post# 591676 , Reply# 43   4/23/2012 at 19:03 (4,384 days old) by dishwashercrazy (West Peoria, IL)   |   | |
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Kevin, and all who attended, This sure was a fun event, even though I was not there in person. Having the web cam was spectacular - being able to see all of the work going on, and everyone enjoying the whole experience. I was even doing some laundry right along with all of you there. Thanks for sharing your party with all of us. Mike |
Post# 591705 , Reply# 44   4/23/2012 at 22:15 (4,384 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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Post# 591708 , Reply# 45   4/23/2012 at 22:40 (4,384 days old) by eddy1210 (Burnaby BC Canada)   |   | |
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I just got home now myself, and I would like to say a big thank you to Kevin for hosting a marvelous wash-in! I was thrilled to see so many old friends and make new ones too. A very fun time that I will fondly remember. Kelly, what an amazing cook you are! Thank you for all the hard work and it was very nice to finally meet you in person. |
Post# 591714 , Reply# 46   4/23/2012 at 23:23 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Home safe and sound here too, it was a fantastic time - 3 days whizzed by!
Just look at these stunning Kenmores. Look again!
A few of us had not been to California (LA) for a number of years so we careened around the city experiencing a taste of it all. Hollyhock House (FLW) and Hollywood, vacuumland friends, detergent shopping, Kevin's amazing party, sloe gin and all the wonderful people. There's never enough time!! Thank you, everyone, who made this weekend so incredible! |
Post# 591715 , Reply# 47   4/23/2012 at 23:24 (4,384 days old) by golittlesport (California)   |   | |
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Thanks for another great wash party, Kevin! It was great seeing so many old friends from near and far. And fun to meet some new friends also. Kelly, thanks for the excellent grub and the birthday cakes for us April babies. Where's all the pictures? Of course, I didn't remember to bring a camera...duh!!
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Post# 591716 , Reply# 48   4/23/2012 at 23:27 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591718 , Reply# 49   4/23/2012 at 23:32 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591719 , Reply# 50   4/23/2012 at 23:38 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591720 , Reply# 51   4/23/2012 at 23:38 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591721 , Reply# 52   4/23/2012 at 23:39 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591722 , Reply# 53   4/23/2012 at 23:50 (4,384 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!)   |   | |
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Post# 591723 , Reply# 54   4/24/2012 at 00:00 (4,384 days old) by WaterWitch (Pomona, Calif.)   |   | |
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Post# 591727 , Reply# 55   4/24/2012 at 00:38 (4,384 days old) by whirlykenmore78 (Prior Lake MN (GMT-0500 CDT.))   |   | |
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Post# 591732 , Reply# 56   4/24/2012 at 01:32 (4,384 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591735 , Reply# 57   4/24/2012 at 03:07 (4,384 days old) by pdub (Portland, Oregon)   |   | |
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I'm posting from the ever so tiny keyboard on my iPhone but after reading all the great posts wanted to respond.
I had a GREAT time. Kevin, it was THE event of 2012. I have pictures and will post at a later time. It was so great to meet people from AW in person and the connection we all have here is so awesome. My fun continues on as I sit here in Palm Springs and reflect on the great memories created from this event. Patrick |
Post# 591740 , Reply# 58   4/24/2012 at 03:24 (4,384 days old) by tolivac (greenville nc)   |   | |
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Was able to see "glimpses" of the action on my laptop connected to a US Cellular cordless internet.Looked like fun-and Good Times had by all who were there.Thought of the Wash-In while doing my laundry the next day. |
Post# 591773 , Reply# 60   4/24/2012 at 09:24 (4,384 days old) by cookietaster12 ()   |   | |
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Looks like everything was GREAT!!! I so wish I was able to attend. Looks like you guys had a great time, and the food looked AMAZNIG!!!! I so can't wait to attend my first one. |
Post# 591783 , Reply# 61   4/24/2012 at 10:36 (4,384 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)   |   | |
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Post# 591784 , Reply# 62   4/24/2012 at 10:43 (4,384 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill *Home of the RailwayTrials* Merseyside,UK)   |   | |
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Post# 591785 , Reply# 63   4/24/2012 at 10:55 (4,384 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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The PINK Maytags in the window of that appliance store on 4th St are display only. I contacted the owner or manager(?) a couple years ago and they said the pink set is "not for sale" period.
~ Jon, so tell us.... have you bought that stove yet? It IS really something, isn't it?
I neglected to mention before that not only did Gordon, Andy and John L. do a bearing replacement job (and more) on my '63 Kenmore 70 (THANK YOU again!!!), but Gordon and Andy also did a bearing job and basket drive replacement on Andy's beautiful coppertone 1966 Lady K washer, IN ADDITION to a bearing job on a friends turquoise twin to Andy's washer, another 1966 Lady K! So not just one, not two, but THREE Kenmore bearing jobs in two days! WOW!
The Big Spring Wash-In while a lot of work, was SO much fun and SO worth it because of it! I am very honored that SO MANY travelled from across the U.S. and Canada to be here for the Wash-In. It was so wonderful to meet everyone I hadn't and see friends again. I cannot express my gratitide enough to EVERYONE who came by to help set up, clean up and work on various machines before, during and after the party. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!
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Post# 591787 , Reply# 64   4/24/2012 at 11:01 (4,384 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591789 , Reply# 65   4/24/2012 at 11:34 (4,384 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA)   |   | |
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I'm going to drop that big ball on you! And to think that Kevin's 1970 800 was collateral damage as well. Hhurrumph! Some gratitude... LOL!
It was a wonderful time at Kevin's! Back to Reno today so some pictures tonight or tomorrow! Now I get to shoot video of the 66 in action. Well, once I repair what Jon did to her! Hhhmmmmm, what DID I do with that duct tape? RCD |
Post# 591829 , Reply# 67   4/24/2012 at 14:20 (4,383 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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LOL, a little late to this, had to get the camera and get this. Here is a less tired Gordon before running the Belt Drive gambit. Hopefully this photo does a little more justice :)
...And of course, our wonderful host!
-Tim
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Post# 591887 , Reply# 79   4/24/2012 at 19:08 (4,383 days old) by abcomatic (Bradford, Illinois)   |   | |
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HI Scott, Did you change your email address? I want to chat with you about ocean liners and sent you a note and it came back. I hope we can chat about ocean liners. Thanks, Gary |
Post# 591902 , Reply# 80   4/24/2012 at 20:51 (4,383 days old) by golittlesport (California)   |   | |
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Post# 591920 , Reply# 81   4/24/2012 at 21:48 (4,383 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 591924 , Reply# 82   4/24/2012 at 22:14 (4,383 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)   |   | |
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Wash In! It was well worth the prodding!! I'll give you a longer lead next time too!
It was great to meet everyone and put faces to names and handles! Just got home nice quick flight back to Boston. Off to bed! Jeff you take such nice pics! I hope Kevin you and Andy can repair the damaged Kenmores. John has parts!! We didn't ask about the stove but I did love it, there was no one there, it says on the door call for an appointment and its kind of odd because its a vintage appliance store with a used book store. Kelly I can still taste that lasagna and Greg and I loved our cakes, (well actually Greg loved my cake!! ) |
Post# 591925 , Reply# 83   4/24/2012 at 22:17 (4,383 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)   |   | |
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actually Kelly, I got the impression you were having a blast in Kevin's kitchen!
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Post# 591952 , Reply# 86   4/25/2012 at 01:52 (4,383 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill *Home of the RailwayTrials* Merseyside,UK)   |   | |
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Thanks Kelly for painting the scene, thats what these gatherings are all about, they go far to quickly and its a vital part of any washparty that the washer workers and guests are nurtured and all get to enjoy....its a scene I`ve witnessed Terry perform perfectly as well as Alistair over here...AND gives the host the chance to entertain and flit around!!!
NOWTHEN - the videos on webcam are showing more people than we`ve seen (lovely as you all are) any more pics please...Lol Oh Tim, any more twinny pics & what was the washer next to the Maytag and guys, what type of boot did you use on the Westy or was it repaired and if so with what?? Cheers, Mike |
Post# 591986 , Reply# 87   4/25/2012 at 07:09 (4,383 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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Kelly thanks again for all you did to make this event the new standard of Wash-Ins and your summery of the event was a great way to savor the fun a little longer, Thank You.
Mike the boot we installed on the Westinghouse 25" Space Mate was a correct new in box part, while these boots are long ago NLA there still seem to be a few around. They are not the correct ones for the full sized slant front washers but some people have been able to get them to fit. |
Post# 592005 , Reply# 88   4/25/2012 at 08:18 (4,383 days old) by geextrarinse (Hudson Valley, New York )   |   | |
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That I move away right before all the fun! I am bummed that I missed the chance to meet all of you guys. Kevin does indeed have an incredible collection that I've enjoyed the few times I got to see it myself. I know there will be other wash-ins but it would have been nice to meet you all this time around! Oh well, next time!
Looks like you all had a great time! Matthew (back in Pennsylvania) |
Post# 592015 , Reply# 89   4/25/2012 at 09:19 (4,383 days old) by chris74 ()   |   | |
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Looks like you guys had a lot of fun! I am especially fond of the cute Westinghouse. Why does it operate only with one dial? Should it feature modern "one dial sets all"-technique? |
Post# 592029 , Reply# 90   4/25/2012 at 10:35 (4,383 days old) by mistereric (New Jersey (Taylor Ham))   |   | |
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Post# 592121 , Reply# 92   4/25/2012 at 17:28 (4,382 days old) by roto204 (Tucson, AZ)   |   | |
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My profound thanks to our wonderful host, Kevin, for an incredible event, shared with wonderful friends--and to our amazing host of the kitchen, Kelly, who turned out the most beautiful, sumptuous, and exquisite food I've had the pleasure of tasting (and in quantities that I still cannot believe)!
Thank you as well to all who shared their time, expertise, and mechanical/cleaning/organizing/decorating skill. You all truly are something to behold, and it was such a privilege to get to see you in your elements.
I'm still working on "processing" photos and movies to add to the fray. What a wonderful time we had, and it was so fantastic to get to see our AW.org friends! Thank you, Kevin, for such a lovely time and the chance to share it with you! |
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Post# 592214 , Reply# 101   4/26/2012 at 00:43 (4,382 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay)   |   | |
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Alas, I forgot my camera. I'm glad that so many others didn't.
This was one of the most fun weekends I've spent in a long time. It was great to meet so many people and also pass along some gadgets, parts and literature that I brought down for the taking. It was satisfying to help bring the shine back to the finish on the Westy Spacemate and to later see it quietly and happily tumbling laundry once again. I think it's safe to say that little machine stole the show. The look of satisfaction and captivation on Andy's face as he was completely won over by the silky smooth operation of his 46-year old Lady Kenmore was priceless. Gordon managed to sway the Maytag Man over to his side, which is quite an accomplishment.
Kevin was a great host and I was happy to help in any way I could during the days leading up to the event. Kelly's production line in the kitchen was non-stop and awe-inspiring. Never once did I see him referring to a recipe. He had four cakes baked, frosted and decorated in the time it would take me to produce one completely unreasonable facsimile. His post above does a beautiful job of capturing the teamwork and comraderie that characterized the event. Kelly, I hope I didn't inconvenience you too much while tackling that job under the kitchen sink!
With this one being my first wash-in, there's no room to question the fact that it won't be my last. |
Post# 592437 , Reply# 103   4/27/2012 at 00:39 (4,381 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 592461 , Reply# 105   4/27/2012 at 07:42 (4,381 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)   |   | |
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SINCE YOU ARE THE SEXPERT EXPLAIN THIS: Why does Kevin's '66 Combo Wash Ass Backwards from my 1961 Combo?? Whats gong on?? Did you put his timer in backwards??
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Post# 592474 , Reply# 106   4/27/2012 at 09:34 (4,381 days old) by KenmoreGuy64 (Charlotte, NC)   |   | |
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Well, since we were on a parts run that benefitted both Andy's '66 AND your '63 Kev, I'm going to feel only so bad...lol. That parts run was all my idea, btw, and I AM going to take credit due, :-)
Had I made the casserole when we got back, we'd have eaten at 9:30pm (too late for this puppy - at least for tomato based dinners). BUT, all that said, if you want to reprise our gathering, I promise next time to stay home from the parts run and we can eat at 6pm that way. Shall we have party numero deux? I'll finish the '63.... G |
Post# 592475 , Reply# 107   4/27/2012 at 09:46 (4,381 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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Oh Jon, When asking questions of the greatest appliance expert known first thing to remember is to get your basic facts correct. Kevin's GE combo is a 1959-60 model, yours is a 1964 machine, in 1964 they redesigned the machines and went to a reversing main motor. Your machine and all GE combos till the end in 1972 washed and rinsed CW and spun and drained and dried CCW. Kevin's combo does all operation CCW.
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Post# 592477 , Reply# 108   4/27/2012 at 09:51 (4,381 days old) by KenmoreGuy64 (Charlotte, NC)   |   | |
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Post# 592485 , Reply# 110   4/27/2012 at 10:19 (4,381 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Gee Gordon... are you sure just opening a window will be enough? Sounds like someone needs to get a shovel.... LOL
Also... >> Shall we have party numero deux? ABSOLUTELY! I'm ready when you are!!!!! And... you are tri-lingual now, huh? NICE! LOL
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Thanks John! I was going to ask Jon if he'd had his coffee yet today...........
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I still have a couple videos I need to get edited together, once their finished I will post them here too!
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And... WHO out there has NOT posted their photos yet..... (Andy... Patrick...)?
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Post# 592640 , Reply# 114   4/28/2012 at 11:12 (4,380 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Here is video I managed to shoot during The Spring Wash-In! Enjoy! Kevin This post was last edited 04/28/2012 at 11:47 |
Post# 592691 , Reply# 115   4/28/2012 at 16:05 (4,379 days old) by Jeff_adelphi (Adelphi, Maryland, USA)   |   | |
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I posted some photos of other sites on the trip,(no washers) including the Queen Mary
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They may have fought, but Gordon had the patience of a saint and the persistance of a Kirby salesman. One by one, he beat encouraged them to come back to life. One by one, they were wet tested. In the end, Kevin's still had a small leak off the front of the platform but was massively improved with a quiet spin and almost no leaks. Not bad for a washer that, according to Gordon, had almost everything down below already replaced including a trans with fast brake. John worked on Mike's turquoise 66 LKM which also needed bearings and also actually ended up getting a donor transmission. Here we see it getting the water test. We ended up having a winner. |
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What fun is it using a machine without being able to look at the gizzards while it runs? This post was last edited 04/29/2012 at 19:23 |
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Post# 592959 , Reply# 160   4/29/2012 at 19:09 (4,378 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA)   |   | |
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Well, it was a busy and enjoyable time. It was great to bring a few machines to life so they could be enjoyed and meeting old friends and making new ones as well. It was wonderful to see you all and, OMG! Kelly, you have serious skills in the kitchen and you were such a treat to talk with. Your caring manner and devotion to your cooking was just awesome. You told me that your cooking is your way of showing your love. We all felt well loved! Gordon, thank you again for taking the time to teach me. I will always value our time on the Kenmores. Tim, you are simply wonderful with how you repaired and improvised to get the Westinghouse going along with so many others who sweated over it. To all the others who helped and visited, thank you for making my experience so memorable. Kevin, that was the first vacation I've taken in almost 2 years, what with all of Jacqui's health issues and my broken femur. Thanks for being the perfect host.
After I finally got back to Nevada, I was tired but happy. Westie had the right idea on what to do...
Hugs to you all!!! RCD
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Post# 592993 , Reply# 161   4/29/2012 at 21:53 (4,378 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada)   |   | |
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Got back home last night after my 10-day roadtrip Vancouver to Los Angeles. What a great trip, and a fantastic wash-in! We had a truly memorable time (both my cousin and myself.) It was wonderful to meet some new folks and get re-acquainted with some I had met at Kevin's in January of 2010.
Thanks to Kevin for hosting and Kelly for his tireless efforts in the kitchen! Regards to all! Brad (and Jill) |
Post# 592997 , Reply# 162   4/29/2012 at 21:57 (4,378 days old) by AutoWasherFreak ()   |   | |
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Great pics, Kevin you have some fabulous washers and dryers! |
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Very much enjoying this thread. Wish I could've shipped a bunch of dirty work duds for you all to wash... |
Post# 593016 , Reply# 165   4/29/2012 at 22:56 (4,378 days old) by Ultramatic (New York City)   |   | |
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Post# 593024 , Reply# 166   4/29/2012 at 23:29 (4,378 days old) by revvinkevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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And... THANK YOU ANDY for posting your photos!
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Post# 593036 , Reply# 168   4/30/2012 at 00:55 (4,378 days old) by westingman123 ()   |   | |
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Post# 593048 , Reply# 169   4/30/2012 at 02:22 (4,378 days old) by applianceguy47 ()   |   | |
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It looks GREAT.
The collection is just awesome.
You know when someone travels several hundres miles, to repair an appliance, it's genuine fun.
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Post# 594305 , Reply# 177   5/4/2012 at 23:21 (4,373 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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Hell no!
It has taken me a while to get around to posting anything worthwhile here, I lost my camera and have really had to hit the ground running with work since I've been back.
Well it was a blast! I offered to help Kevin get some machines going for the party, which seemed to keep growing. Between my absolute LACK of focus and realizing that some of the machines needed quite a bit of attention, I set out to do what I could.
This is what I was presented with upon arrival...
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Post# 594316 , Reply# 182   5/4/2012 at 23:46 (4,373 days old) by macboy91si (Frankfort, KY)   |   | |
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One of the things I said I would do for Kevin is get one of the A-50's going. I brought a diverter valve with me and set out to fix the little guy from our last washer party, in which it got a very interesting modification that warranted it's ow instruction manual.
One of these has a bad bearing somewhere in it, so it is giving up extra parts to the other.
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Post# 594693 , Reply# 186   5/6/2012 at 21:30 (4,371 days old) by pdub (Portland, Oregon)   |   | |
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Post# 594721 , Reply# 209   5/6/2012 at 22:08 (4,371 days old) by pdub (Portland, Oregon)   |   | |
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Thank you so much for opening your home and sharing your love of washer's with all of us. This was my first official wash-in and I had a great time.
It was so much fun to put screen names and pictures with the actual person in the flesh! I met so many great people. These are times in life to remember fondly. Thank You, Patrick |
Post# 594953 , Reply# 210   5/7/2012 at 22:27 (4,370 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Patrick, I'm really pleased you came down for the wash-in and it was really GREAT to meet you! THANK YOU for posting your photos!
Sorry we didn't make it over to the Queen for Brunch on Sunday! We had to finish cleaning up, do laundry and move machines around in the garage so I could get the cars back in. After that we just needed a quiet and relaxing as we were all exhausted!
Overall I had a really great time and it was all worth it!
Kevin |
Post# 594964 , Reply# 211   5/7/2012 at 23:26 (4,370 days old) by roto204 (Tucson, AZ)   |   | |
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I ended up pulling in the photos tonight--I have over 134, so I decided to use Flickr, rather than go piecemeal. I have yet to tag them, but at least you can get started perusing pics and movies. The rest of the movies are uploading to YouTube, and need to be tagged as well--a project for tomorrow night :-)
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Post# 595132 , Reply# 212   5/8/2012 at 17:15 (4,369 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay)   |   | |
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Post# 595740 , Reply# 213   5/11/2012 at 11:44 (4,367 days old) by RevvinKevin (Tinseltown - Shakey Town - La-La Land)   |   | |
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Post# 595864 , Reply# 214   5/11/2012 at 23:21 (4,366 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)   |   | |
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