Thread Number: 84562
/ Tag: Modern Automatic Washers
Need a new washing machine and need your help. |
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Post# 1089738 , Reply# 1   9/17/2020 at 15:03 (1,287 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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The only top loader that I would recommend is a Speed Queen TC 5000. But even with it, you only have a choice between half tub and full tub on water selection (like an old Maytag). They are very reliable and durable and will last you a good 25 years. Everything else will be on the scrap heap in about 5 years.
Other than that, you might consider a good used Whirlpool Direct Drive. Parts are still plentiful and they are easy to repair.
I too was a devoted top load washer user until I bought my first front loader. I love it! Therefore, you might not want to rule out a front loader. Mine is an LG 3900. |
Post# 1089739 , Reply# 2   9/17/2020 at 15:16 (1,287 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)   |   | |
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Does such a machine exist anymore?Doesn't seem so. Closest you may find is the Speed Queen TC5. It has an old-style transmission/belt drive but is electronic control (rotary knobs on the panel, computer board inside). Also has no direct water level control. Default fill level is approx 1/2, a little more on some cycles such as Bulky/Sheets. The Deep Fill option adds 3 to 4.5 gals more. |
Post# 1089749 , Reply# 4   9/17/2020 at 16:52 (1,287 days old) by thomasortega (El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles de Porciúncula)   |   | |
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What about a front loader washer? |
Post# 1089751 , Reply# 5   9/17/2020 at 16:53 (1,287 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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Save your money and buy the Speed Queen. That Maytag is OK but it won't be nearly as durable. I once owned it and had TWO warranty repairs within six months, one of which was the replacement of the gearbox. Plus, it does provide 1/2 tub on the Normal/Eco cycle only; however, that cycle provides water that cool at best and a series of spray rinses with no deep rinse. With the other cycles, there is more control over temperature; however, the tub fills completely up. Water level cannot be controlled. You'll be much happier with the Speed Queen. |
Post# 1089752 , Reply# 6   9/17/2020 at 16:59 (1,287 days old) by littlegreeny (Milwaukee, WI)   |   | |
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Post# 1089755 , Reply# 7   9/17/2020 at 18:04 (1,287 days old) by petek (Ontari ari ari O )   |   | |
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Being as you're in Canada Speed Queens are sold under the brand name Heubsch and it looks like they do not sell residential top loaders any longer in Canada.
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Post# 1089761 , Reply# 8   9/17/2020 at 19:00 (1,287 days old) by Pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada)   |   | |
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Post# 1089764 , Reply# 9   9/17/2020 at 20:32 (1,287 days old) by petek (Ontari ari ari O )   |   | |
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Post# 1089765 , Reply# 10   9/17/2020 at 20:34 (1,287 days old) by Pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada)   |   | |
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Post# 1089768 , Reply# 11   9/17/2020 at 20:44 (1,287 days old) by petek (Ontari ari ari O )   |   | |
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Interesting,, looking at Trail Appliances page they look like they have the Heubsch name on them.. or maybe my eyesight is bad?
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Post# 1089769 , Reply# 12   9/17/2020 at 21:00 (1,287 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)   |   | |
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I'm aware that Speed Queen goes by Huebsch in Canada but didn't notice the OP's location. Home products are still listed on the web site. CLICK HERE TO GO TO DADoES's LINK |
Post# 1089771 , Reply# 13   9/17/2020 at 21:56 (1,287 days old) by panasonicvac (Northern Utah)   |   | |
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I didn't know Speed Queen goes by the name Huebsch in Canada, interesting!
Anyways, I think I would also recommend looking into the Speed Queen TC5. There was a time when I looked into the Maytag Commercial like you since I'll be needing a washer and dryer soon but then I came across a thread on here regarding the issues with the Maytag Commercial while they're under warranty. Apparently those don't seem to last like an old school top load washer which is one of the reasons why I'm now leaning towards on getting a SQ TC5 washer and DC5 dryer instead. |
Post# 1089796 , Reply# 16   9/18/2020 at 10:14 (1,286 days old) by Pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada)   |   | |
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have you considered the option of buying a vintage washer they would last you longer if you can find the parts and can repair them as well pics posted as exemple
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Post# 1089824 , Reply# 19   9/18/2020 at 18:01 (1,286 days old) by littlegreeny (Milwaukee, WI)   |   | |
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I was wondering about the Maytag build quality. Does the transmission have plastic gears? I assume the Speed Queen TC5 has metal components in their transmission.
And most LG washers are now assembled in the USA. Their factory has been up and running for almost a year and a half so any bugs should have been worked out by now. There might be a few models that are still made in South Korea. |
Post# 1089840 , Reply# 20   9/18/2020 at 21:09 (1,286 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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Post# 1089850 , Reply# 22   9/18/2020 at 22:41 (1,286 days old) by ea56 (Cotati, Calif.)   |   | |
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I have the Roper RTW4516FW and I’m very pleased with it. It has lots of flexibility, is reasonably priced, quite, fast and cleans/rinses very well. If you select the Deep Fill option it has rollover equivalent to the best of vintage TL’s.
I use the Normal/Regular cycle on Auto Sense Fill with Hot water for almost every load. It fills with an adequate amount of water to clean everything very well and uses a spray rinse, and finishes each load in 34 mins. For Bulky items I use the Bulky cycle, and it fills right to the top, will handle a kingsize bedspread, comforter or blanket or two king pillows with ease. Even though the spin speed is only 700 rpms every load dries on high temp in just about the same amount of time as the next load takes to wash, 34 mins. The Bulky cycle takes about 60-65 mins, mainly due to the extended fill times for the deep wash and rinse.
I’ve been using mine now for 15 trouble free months, and I’d buy another one if need be.
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Post# 1089961 , Reply# 25   9/20/2020 at 01:18 (1,285 days old) by ea56 (Cotati, Calif.)   |   | |
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