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The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio |
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Post# 48865   11/8/2004 at 22:19 (7,399 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Well the '55 Westinghouse Laundromat set is home and washing again after some transportation repairs (all mechanical and quite a few I might ad) were needed. The movie is called "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" which should probably be out next year. For you Laundromat enjoyment... Right Click on the video link and save target as (2.0mb) CLICK HERE TO GO TO Unimatic1140's LINK |
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Post# 48866 , Reply# 1   11/8/2004 at 22:23 (7,399 days old) by gansky1 ![]() |
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Post# 48868 , Reply# 3   11/8/2004 at 22:34 (7,399 days old) by westytoploader ()   |   | |
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This movie will definitely be a must-see! I looked at it and already want to buy the book! Can't wait! |
Post# 48870 , Reply# 4   11/8/2004 at 23:04 (7,399 days old) by golittlesport (California)   |   | |
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Post# 48874 , Reply# 5   11/9/2004 at 04:52 (7,398 days old) by programcomputer (Ann Arbor Michigan, USA)   |   | |
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Hi, I was just wondering...were they used in the movie, or just as props. I think that seeing one of your vintage machines ACTUALLY being used in the movie would just be fantastic. And sending them possibly a sample of vintage detergent for added enjoyment would be neat as well. Anyway...just thought I would ask.... Hey I have a question...when will the 58's Laundromat with Dash commercial be in the video section? Chad |
Post# 48876 , Reply# 6   11/9/2004 at 05:22 (7,398 days old) by drmitch ()   |   | |
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These were more fun to watch than TV. Great clip! |
Post# 48881 , Reply# 7   11/9/2004 at 08:43 (7,398 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Post# 48892 , Reply# 8   11/9/2004 at 10:18 (7,398 days old) by Brent-Aucoin ()   |   | |
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What a way to start the work day! Brent |
Post# 48909 , Reply# 9   11/9/2004 at 13:01 (7,398 days old) by gregm ()   |   | |
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congrads and thanks for sharing ......... |
Post# 48926 , Reply# 10   11/9/2004 at 16:10 (7,398 days old) by laundramatt (Youngstown, Ohio)   |   | |
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Wow, that Westinghouse Laundromat is a star! Do you think I can get this washer's autograph? |
Post# 48945 , Reply# 11   11/9/2004 at 19:17 (7,398 days old) by appnut ![]() |
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Post# 48962 , Reply# 12   11/10/2004 at 03:52 (7,397 days old) by programcomputer (Ann Arbor Michigan, USA)   |   | |
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Hi, Thanks for the reply. I just think that it would be so interesting to actually see some of these "retro" movies using the actual props besides just sitting there for looks. In most of these stlye movies, they use the cars from he period, and so what about the appliances...just my HO. Anyway I did download the clip and your machines are absolutly stunning in every way. The rollover action of these beauties makes todays machines seem like their nothing more than glorified cement mixers. Anyway I will be scoping out the movie when it's released.... Chad |
Post# 48967 , Reply# 13   11/10/2004 at 06:08 (7,397 days old) by WASHENDRY (pinconning,mich)   |   | |
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HI GUYS I HAVE THE SAME LAUNDROMAT AND DRYER AND WAS TOLD WHEN I GOT A NEW PUMP THAT THE MACHINE WAS A 1957, THE BOOKLET SAYS L-3 FOR LAUNDROMAT, TURQUIOSE KNOBS AND ALL, ANY IDEAS AS TO YEAR? THANKS KIM AND THE VIDEO IS GREAT, SAME SOUNDS AS MINE |
Post# 48969 , Reply# 14   11/10/2004 at 08:28 (7,397 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Post# 49012 , Reply# 16   11/10/2004 at 22:03 (7,397 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Post# 49035 , Reply# 17   11/11/2004 at 15:05 (7,396 days old) by veg-o-matic (Baltimore, Hon!)   |   | |
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Hi, all: Out of curiosity, I got the book yesterday (same title as the movie) and started reading it last night. I'm only about 1/3 of the way through, but early on, the mother wins a Wizard washer/dryer pair, not Westinghouse. Top loading, too. The story about how she used to light the pilot is hilarious. Well, given the mother's record, maybe she wins the Westy pair, too. For those who haven't got the book: true story of the mother of 10 kids who manages to support the family by winning contests. Abusive/alcoholic husband/father, too. It's well written and thoroughly engaging; give it a read. Can't wait for the movie! Bob |
Post# 49472 , Reply# 18   11/18/2004 at 20:51 (7,389 days old) by alr2903 (TN)   |   | |
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thanks Robert glad they are home safe and sound again. alr2903 |
Post# 49505 , Reply# 19   11/19/2004 at 14:55 (7,388 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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hey guys i have not only a question but first i want to say i love watching that video it lets me see what my laundromat is supposed to be doing. the L5 that i have here is giving me trouble and i cant figure out whats wrong. the day i got it i could tell the timer was shot but if i manually advanced it every thing would work. i filled it with water and a small load and off she went. she washed and drained and spun out like a good girl should. but then she sprung a big leak and the door boot needed to be replaced. so apart the machine came. got her all back together and found the speed changer was totally dry. i tried several types of oil till i found one heavy enough to keep the changer cool. so i thought all was fine. the machine will run a full cycle when dry but as soon as i put water in the drum and put the machine under a load the motor will kick off. i cant seem to get past this point. the belts have good tension and the timer is new nothing is binding. who out there is a laundromat wiz ??? i am out of ideas and would reall love some advice. thanks lots and lots chris
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Post# 49513 , Reply# 20   11/19/2004 at 15:53 (7,388 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Hi Chris, make sure you using Hypoid Style Gear oil. I used it in my speed changer and it works great. The oil you are using is probably not made for Hypoid gears like the ones in the speed changer. Next make sure neither one of the two belts are too tight and there could be a problem with the motor protector cutting out too soon. |
Post# 49574 , Reply# 21   11/20/2004 at 09:44 (7,387 days old) by Jetcone ![]() |
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Chris, like I have said before, also check to see you havent' overtightened the motor bolt that holds the pump body. If you have too tight bolts on any of the 4 bolts then Westinghouse motors will quickly overheat and shut down. This was the problem with my L8, the prior owner threw it out right after a pump change because it would shut off right after the tub filled with water.
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Post# 49578 , Reply# 22   11/20/2004 at 10:27 (7,387 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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Post# 50044 , Reply# 23   11/28/2004 at 14:46 (7,379 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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Post# 50057 , Reply# 24   11/28/2004 at 19:11 (7,379 days old) by 60skelvinator ()   |   | |
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Looks Great! (Love that 1950s styling)!!! |
Post# 50121 , Reply# 26   11/29/2004 at 16:24 (7,378 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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Post# 50123 , Reply# 27   11/29/2004 at 16:36 (7,378 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Post# 50128 , Reply# 28   11/29/2004 at 18:09 (7,378 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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i had replaced the timer with one for midwest. i still have the orig timer. i had wondered if maybe that was the problem or maybe i had a wire crossed. but im sure i didnt cross any wires. the orig timer worked fine except the tiny motor that advances it was shot. is there a way to change that tiny motor from the rebuilt timer to the orig timer. has anyone done that before. if so ill give that a shot.
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Post# 50142 , Reply# 29   11/29/2004 at 20:37 (7,378 days old) by Unimatic1140 ![]() |
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Post# 50432 , Reply# 31   12/4/2004 at 14:51 (7,373 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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ok here we go again. i put the orig timer back in to the machine after replacing its little elec motor adj the belts and still the same problem. the machine will run fine dry but will not stay running under any load. would a bad changer cause this or maybe the motor is on its last leg? when the machine has water in it and is trying to turn it slows down to what i think is its proper speed and now the motor starts clicking and the timer kicks off. if it will stay running long enough the motor will get hot to the touch. i checked the wiring to what it says in the service manual and it all looks like its correct. could the motor just not be strong enough anymore?
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Post# 50433 , Reply# 32   12/4/2004 at 15:28 (7,373 days old) by coldspot66 ![]() |
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I may have asked this before, but are you using a long extension cord? |
Post# 50438 , Reply# 33   12/4/2004 at 17:40 (7,373 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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Post# 50470 , Reply# 35   12/5/2004 at 12:33 (7,372 days old) by christfr (st louis mo)   |   | |
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well i guess thats the next step. i guess it cant hurt. i have put enough time and money into this one to stop now. ha ha i want so much to get this one up and running. its my fav machine and the one that has given me the most trouble. well that is until i tear into the wo-65 later in the month. thanks for all the advice and help chris
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