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1968 Whirlpool imperial outer tub leaking
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Post# 95750   11/27/2005 at 04:14 (6,718 days old) by 68imperial ()        

I just aquired a copper color 1968 whirlpool imperial washer and dryer set. The washer needs a new outter tub seal and the 4 tub bolts. Their is a slight rusted section on the bottom of the outter tub. i was wondering if a water proof glue would fix this little problem or will i have to search for a replacement tub. Tom




Post# 95755 , Reply# 1   11/27/2005 at 05:28 (6,718 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions)        

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You can try POR15,but depending on just how rusty it is,the POR might just be a bandage.

kennyGF


Post# 95761 , Reply# 2   11/27/2005 at 06:14 (6,718 days old) by fixerman ()        

If the rust hole is near a bolt hole, There is a replacement bolt kit with extra large rubber washers. "SealAll" sealant works well for small holes. Could also use plumbers epoxy.

Post# 95808 , Reply# 3   11/27/2005 at 18:17 (6,717 days old) by 68imperial ()        

Hi everybody Thank you for the advice. I will try that and see how it works. I will try to load pictures if i can figure out how to get them to load up. thanks Tom

Post# 97657 , Reply# 4   12/10/2005 at 07:05 (6,705 days old) by kenmore1978 ()        
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Post# 98281 , Reply# 5   12/14/2005 at 01:10 (6,701 days old) by 68imperial ()        
Whirlpool success

Hi Everyone I was able to fix the leak and all is well. The machine is back in service. This is an excellent site and i want to say thank you to everyone that was able to help me out. Tom

Post# 98283 , Reply# 6   12/14/2005 at 02:16 (6,701 days old) by sactoteddybear ()        
Re: Inquiring or Wondering Minds:

Hi! 68IMPERIAL, would like to know which suggested way of trying to do your Repair was your decision, that worked for you?

Your WP Washer should give you a lot of years of Happy "Sudz-Cake" Washing, besides the Fun of watching it operate.
Congratulations on your successful attempt to save another Vintage Washer and giving it more life again.

Peace and Holiday Cheer, Steve
SactoTeddyBear...


Post# 101393 , Reply# 7   1/2/2006 at 22:40 (6,681 days old) by 68imperial ()        
Repair method

HI The repair method I used was to replace the tub bolts, used an epoxy sealant to seal the small rust hole in the outer tub,and also I replaced the center tub gasket just to be on the safe side. This is a really impressive washer. Thank you for the inquiry.


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