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Thread Number: 79414
/ Tag: Wringer Washers
Zenith wringer washer restoration ... |
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| Post# 1033321 5/21/2019 at 11:43 (1,795 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
Hello wringer washer fans!
Recently finished my sixth wringer washer restoration - this time a circa-1948 Zenith. It was manufactured in Duluth, MN by the Zenith Machine Co. (not to be confused with the Zenith electronics company, which made TVs and radios.) Zenith was the house brand of Marshall-Wells hardware stores in both the U.S. and Canada. CLICK HERE TO GO TO bradross's LINK | ||
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| Post# 1033323 , Reply# 1 5/21/2019 at 12:44 (1,795 days old) by stricklybojack (South Hams Devon UK) | ||
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| Post# 1033331 , Reply# 2 5/21/2019 at 15:11 (1,795 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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@stricklybojack | ||
| Post# 1033366 , Reply# 3 5/22/2019 at 09:25 (1,794 days old) by golittlesport (California) | ||
Awesome restoration! | ||
Post# 1033388 , Reply# 4 5/22/2019 at 12:28 (1,794 days old) by Yogitunes  (New Jersey) |
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| Post# 1033401 , Reply# 5 5/22/2019 at 16:57 (1,794 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Just for you Martin! (and anybody else interested...)
Go to Video # 2, 4:03 will take you right to the spot you want, showing the mechanism in action.
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| Post# 1033420 , Reply# 6 5/22/2019 at 21:25 (1,794 days old) by rpms (ontario canada) | ||
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| Post# 1033458 , Reply# 7 5/23/2019 at 11:23 (1,793 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
CONGRATS, BRAD !
Watched in fascination and admiration as this saga unfolded on Youtube weeks ago. Like you, was struck by Zenith's similarity to Speed Queen, but one stark difference is how easy and smooth the agitator engagement is; the SQ version is hard-sprung and loud, but the tub insert, the bowl shape, the agitator, and the transmission are kissin' cousins for sure. The pink and the stars are so unusual and pretty, and the entire machine, well--you've made it gorgeous.
Liking pumps the way I do, their speed and sound, was wondering how the Zenith pump performs. Love the work you do, especially on this one-of-a-kind find. Thank you. Wouldn't it be just nuts if a Zenith automatic showed up! OR, Part 6, the drain cycle ;'D | ||
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Post# 1033462 , Reply# 8 5/23/2019 at 12:05 (1,793 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey) |
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Post# 1033490 , Reply# 9 5/23/2019 at 17:49 (1,793 days old) by LowEfficiency (Iowa) |
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| Post# 1033666 , Reply# 11 5/26/2019 at 11:36 (1,790 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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To answer some questions...
@RPMS Brian, this is a "keeper"! The farm museum gifted it to me as appreciation for my volunteer work. They were culling the collection. Regarding price point - I imagine this was mid-range, especially considering the pump.
@MIKEYD Mike, the pump is not as powerful as a Maytag, but still performs well, and fairly quietly. I'd like to compare it to a Speed Queen. As you can see in the photo, it's a rather unusual pump mechanism - it's belt driven, and the entire bracket pivots so that the pulley engages with the main drive pulley. | ||
| Post# 1033677 , Reply# 12 5/26/2019 at 15:14 (1,790 days old) by hippiedoll ( arizona ) | ||
very cool!  | ||
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Post# 1033903 , Reply# 13 5/29/2019 at 22:22 (1,787 days old) by abcomatic (Bradford, Illinois) |
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HI Brad, This machine looks wonderful! I think it look sort of like a Speed Queen and sounds like the motor too. Great job again. I hope you are well? Gary | ||
| Post# 1033910 , Reply# 14 5/29/2019 at 23:19 (1,787 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Gary... | ||
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Post# 1033911 , Reply# 15 5/29/2019 at 23:24 (1,787 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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| Post# 1034625 , Reply# 16 6/6/2019 at 10:41 (1,779 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Attn. Mikeyd --- pump operation
I've uploaded a video to YouTube showing the pump in operation. Not as strong as a Maytag, but still a good pump.
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| Post# 1035011 , Reply# 17 6/10/2019 at 18:07 (1,775 days old) by mickeyd (Hamburg NY) | ||
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HOW WONDERFUL, BRAD !
Thanks so much. So in yet another way, your Zenith resembles Speed Queen. Did you find that although the pump itself is large enough, the drain port is narrow, and narrower still below the tub bottom if you insert your finger there? Methinks that therein lies the slowdown.
Oddly, the Z resembles another machine as well--the Mighty Norge. Of the 7 conventional brands used on the premises, only the Norge uses a separate belt and pulley for the pump. Always found it so unusual and cool to see a miniature of the main belt and pulley under the skirt. Seeing your Zenith with the same pump operating system was a nice surprise. Wonder if we'll find more conventionals out there "pumped" the same way. I'll tip the old girl over tomorrow and take a pic for you. Thanks again, Brad. What a trip 'n treat to see the Z-bird fly. | ||
| Post# 1123828 , Reply# 18 7/21/2021 at 18:01 (1,003 days old) by metalworks (Lake Country) | ||
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Zenith parts I wonder if anyone knows where I can get parts for a K3-700 wringer washer. I need the bushings and one strap/retainer for the lower roller. Maybe I will have to make them, but if they are available for a reasonable price buy them. Thanks in advance to all with input. | ||
| Post# 1123838 , Reply# 19 7/22/2021 at 04:47 (1,003 days old) by christfr (st louis mo) | ||
nice | ||
| Post# 1123853 , Reply# 20 7/22/2021 at 10:17 (1,002 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Thanks @christfr | ||
| Post# 1123871 , Reply# 21 7/22/2021 at 15:00 (1,002 days old) by christfr (st louis mo) | ||
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its hard to find time give each one the attention they desire. but its worth the effort. i have been running the little tag every other week in the garage now that its summer. fun for days.. actually this washer was done a few years ago because after seeing the job you did on your old girl i was inspired to give it a try myself. mine does not compare, but i loves her all the same
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Post# 1123873 , Reply# 22 7/22/2021 at 15:39 (1,002 days old) by luxflairguy (Wilmington NC) |
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That's simply stunning! WOW! Greg | ||
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