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Thread Number: 40714
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| Post# 602260 6/9/2012 at 22:47 (4,338 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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Much experience in this forum. Thanks to all those who share their tricks of the trade to help greenhorns, like myself, restore a piece of Americana. | ||
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Post# 602299 , Reply# 3 6/10/2012 at 07:04 (4,338 days old) by goatfarmer  (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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| Post# 602393 , Reply# 4 6/10/2012 at 14:13 (4,338 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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Yes,pics.... O-Dark-thirty and raining when i returned from an auction last night. Adding photos. Thanks You can see where the black trailer paint has scratched off easily in spots leaving the white unscathed. Lid missing handle but otherwise good shape. 
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| Post# 602396 , Reply# 5 6/10/2012 at 14:14 (4,338 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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2nd 
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| Post# 602397 , Reply# 6 6/10/2012 at 14:16 (4,338 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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front norge 
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| Post# 602398 , Reply# 7 6/10/2012 at 14:18 (4,338 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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top/down their is a nice turquoise band around the unit as well(3/4' wide) 
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| Post# 602622 , Reply# 8 6/11/2012 at 11:11 (4,337 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
 The wringer looks like classic 30's vintage, but it's full-skirted. Was gonna say that I thought the full skirts came later, but come to think of it, have never seen a Norge without a full skirt.
I have little experience with machines this old, but plug her in and she might fire right up.
One interesting thing, the distinctive Norge drain hose (no metal hook, veined stream-lined rubber) looks almost the same as the ones used in the 70's.
Good luck with this sweet old relic and welcome to Automatic errrr Wringer Washer. | ||
| Post# 602710 , Reply# 9 6/11/2012 at 15:34 (4,337 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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Thanks mikeyd, Pretty cool - i will fire her up and see. Had some nice luck removing some paint from the handles and front graphic. Cant believe it held up. J 
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| Post# 602835 , Reply# 11 6/12/2012 at 00:17 (4,336 days old) by badgerdx () | ||
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Wow! Look at you go! It's amazing watching it coming out from that layer of paint and grime. If an appliance could sing "Hallelujah..." that one surely would be. | ||
| Post# 602838 , Reply# 12 6/12/2012 at 01:10 (4,336 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
OMG | ||
| Post# 602890 , Reply# 14 6/12/2012 at 09:39 (4,336 days old) by aldspinboy (Philadelphia, Pa) | ||
Luckyfind ...
That is one of my dream Norge wringer washers . My aunt had one and use to watch her wash in that machine. That model is from late fiftes early sixtes. The best part is that you have a strong straght vane agitator. It really moves clothes and you no when its washing lots of big water sounds. Best of luck on your restaration and hopefully a video. Darren k 
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| Post# 602943 , Reply# 15 6/12/2012 at 12:18 (4,336 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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Unreal! I actually misread and thought the machine was black If the pump does not work, gravity drain the water and tip the machine on its side. Reach up and work the two pulleys and the belt for the pump. OR if you haven't filled 'er up yet, do the pulley test first.
What a grand transformation. Except for the wringer, and your stylish logo pad, it looks a lot like my older 60's "green" Norge. The "red" Norge up the thread is fron the late 70's. Pic in a moment. 
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| Post# 602954 , Reply# 16 6/12/2012 at 12:31 (4,336 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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Isn't it amazing and a testament | ||
| Post# 603016 , Reply# 18 6/12/2012 at 15:02 (4,336 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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sorry - had trouble embedding the vids | ||
| Post# 603018 , Reply# 19 6/12/2012 at 15:12 (4,336 days old) by aldspinboy (Philadelphia, Pa) | ||
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I was not expecting that much action... | ||
| Post# 603025 , Reply# 20 6/12/2012 at 15:25 (4,336 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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Thanks for the assist Thanks D | ||
| Post# 603090 , Reply# 21 6/12/2012 at 18:10 (4,335 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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Lucky You do indeed have a pump model. The lever on the left side is the pump control switch. It is clearly visible in the first unlinked video, available from Youtube. And the hose is the one used on the pump model. Gravity drain hoses are straight, no goose neck.
Again, you'll have to tip her on her side to see the two pulleys and the belt. I'm sure you'll figure it out. If it's easier, you can slide the wringer up and off before lowering the machine.
Great wash action in the vid. The 3 vane is more versatile than the 4 paddle agitator.
Of course, if the pump has been removed, then your out of luck, and I am wrong. | ||
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Post# 603112 , Reply# 22 6/12/2012 at 20:22 (4,335 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers) |
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looks like | ||
| Post# 603128 , Reply# 24 6/12/2012 at 22:35 (4,335 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
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Another suggestion | ||
| Post# 603143 , Reply# 25 6/12/2012 at 23:46 (4,335 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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You felt vibration when you pulled the pump lever ~ a good s The belt is stuck, but it's there. Wait for help to get the machine in its back. The pulleys and belt are small and toy-like--very agile. Again, if you don't have help, remove the wringer first. It is heavy. One hand on the left, one and the right, and lift-off. Once that's done, laying the machine down is easy. Get behind her, and grab her from the back of the tub, and pull slowly. Next, work those pump parts and you'll be draining away in no time.
It is a really cool pump, is very quiet and makes excellent gurgles at the end. The impeller is so close to the port in the tub, that you can see the tiny blades through the grate, in good light, when they're whirling. | ||
| Post# 606018 , Reply# 28 6/24/2012 at 16:10 (4,324 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
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Lucky
Good job!
heres a suggestion for a" temporary" fix for the small belt....just to see if the pump works, ...Now don't laugh! but try a pair of pantyhose! Cut one of the legs off, and tie around the two wheels tight, and cut excess off. Then try engaging the pump. Think this may work until you find correct belt. What part of S Idaho are you in? Have family in Twin, Buhl, and Sun Valley! | ||
| Post# 606078 , Reply# 30 6/24/2012 at 20:12 (4,323 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
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Lucky | ||
| Post# 606081 , Reply# 31 6/24/2012 at 20:26 (4,323 days old) by norgeway (mocksville n c ) | ||
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Only thing. I see missing, is the chrome drainboards on each side of the wringer..Can't beat a NORGE! | ||
| Post# 606087 , Reply# 32 6/24/2012 at 21:08 (4,323 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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missing in action Yes. Missing the drainboard. Previous owner added a third roller and a stopper and appears used the forward/reverse to same side wring. Dont know why... perplexing for sure. | ||
| Post# 606414 , Reply# 33 6/26/2012 at 12:45 (4,322 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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Sweet job, Jim So glad you took a pic of the unique Norge two-pulley pump. On a wringer, it's very unusual. Normally, a wheel butts up to the drive when you engage the pump. Most levers actually move the pump up or over or both. How neat, fun, and kinky that used panty hose can substitute.
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| Post# 607364 , Reply# 35 6/30/2012 at 23:31 (4,317 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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cant wait to see these plungers work... It runs with a few shorts... looks like a new cord and some copper polish. 
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| Post# 607380 , Reply# 36 7/1/2012 at 01:41 (4,317 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
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dose not look | ||
| Post# 607463 , Reply# 37 7/1/2012 at 14:42 (4,317 days old) by luckyfind () | ||
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not getting the pump going... went with the classy black nylons though... with a few knots for traction, and seems to be turning (trying to turn) the wheels... im working on the impeler and anything giving resistance. Still at it. | ||
| Post# 607544 , Reply# 38 7/1/2012 at 23:11 (4,316 days old) by stan (Napa CA) | ||
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You'll get | ||
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