May '81 was when the last wringer washer rolled off of the assembly line in Newton Iowa
@MrFluffykat7 сағат бұрын
Gas dryers really stink up the clothes and the heat from the sun is free and the ultra violet radiation does a fantastic job sterilizing the clothes
@MrFluffykat7 сағат бұрын
The wringers efficency decreases over time as the rubber wringers get glazed up and hard and the spring tensioners in the wringer head loose their tension/get weak
@MrFluffykat7 сағат бұрын
Are you able to still find replacement parts? Tell me you take the agitator off once a month at least....once that agitator gets stuck on the transmission shaft it aint coming off with dynamite
@vernabryant2894Күн бұрын
I would like to buy one but can't find a wringer washing machine
@Loadofwash14 сағат бұрын
@@vernabryant2894 Someone left a comment like this on another page I was following. I responded, “I see these washers all the time on offer up.” They said that they never can seem to find one. So I went online and I found a list of them (on Offer up). The first one on the list was a few miles away from here, and for just $50. so I went to go see it. The machine didn’t look as nice as I hoped it would, so I thanked the man for his time and declined the offer to buy it.. The man’s wife was standing there. She pulled him to the side and had a small talk with him. He came back and offered the washer to me for free. That’s how I wound up with the one that you see here.
@roadtripboy9 күн бұрын
I think my cousin who had his arm get caught in my Grandmother's wringer washer would disagree. My Grandmother got a automatic washer and dryer shortly after that incident.
@LOCG11227710 күн бұрын
Those machines were great. However using the same wash water and rinse water for multiple loads not the best hygienic practice.
@Loadofwash10 күн бұрын
@@LOCG112277 Hard to believe, I know. But believe it or not, this is the way laundry used to be done. There is an art to it. In terms of wash water, it’s the equivalent of washing everything all together in the big drum washer at the laundromat. Nothing unhygienic about it at all.
@d.f.612013 күн бұрын
I wish a company would remake them
@nicolelacy452715 күн бұрын
Hi 👋. Cousin!
@TheAppalachianWay16 күн бұрын
If you’re looking for something new to video. I’m just as interested in the underneath workings. I’d be curious to retrofit one with a small gas or 12 volt motor
@Loadofwash16 күн бұрын
@@TheAppalachianWay Thank you! I actually have a ton of footage saved up. I’ll be breaking it down soon to be painted. I’ll film all of that. Just been busy lately.
@TheAppalachianWay16 күн бұрын
@@Loadofwash completely understand. You got a dandy, I hope it continues to treat you well
@cary27720 күн бұрын
My grandmother would like you to
@lukaszds893521 күн бұрын
When i was joung a had to do a laundry like this. And i will Never ever go back to those times. Terrible work for a half a day.
@wocko124 күн бұрын
The closest experience I have had to using one of these was a twin tub washer. Basically the same thing, just with a spin dryer instead of the wringer. I do say they get clothes clean quite efficiently too.
@luisnavarro29328 күн бұрын
What do you do if you need. Part?
@Loadofwash28 күн бұрын
@@luisnavarro293 CottageCraftworks.com search for Maytag Wringer washer parts.
@Loadofwash29 күн бұрын
As I watch this novice home video, there’s one word that comes to mind: Puma! 🤦🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️ Oh well. At least you know they’re clean.
@davidadkison4702Ай бұрын
Use Brillo to clean up the tub and make it shine. It will also get rid of the alkali deposits that form on the tub over time.
@Loadofwash29 күн бұрын
@@davidadkison4702 The Brillo pads didn’t do much for my tub. I tried sandpaper, but it scratched the tub up pretty bad. I think I need to use a finer grit. My plan is to get a sander and sand the tub down and then buff it out. I just haven’t had the time to do it. One thing I’ve learned is this is not an outdoor machine. When the rain gets in the tub, it makes all kinds of lines and deposits inside. Thanks for the tip though.
@pamelaporter6538Ай бұрын
Best machines ever.😊
@wesleymoss4467Ай бұрын
Your Grandma's wammy can damage your Aluminum washer tub! Oxygen added and bleach cleaners can corrode you tub on your washer more and more! We enjoy your videos thanks
@Susan-d2yАй бұрын
I could watch this agitate for hours! Is that normal?
@LoadofwashАй бұрын
@@Susan-d2y Yes. It is. 😊
@Susan-d2yАй бұрын
@@Loadofwash Good! Thank you!
@LoadofwashАй бұрын
@@Susan-d2y Here you go. 😎 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGKQqIOhetSroK8si=cORGrtjLF1geA8Sd
@Susan-d2yАй бұрын
@@Loadofwash Thanks! appreciate this! Lol! ur sweet!
@Jm4steamАй бұрын
I've had a maytag wringer for 39 years. Still in good condition. They are excellent machines. Like you said...simple and they do a good job.
@Boodieman72Ай бұрын
My grandparents had something like this only it was 100% manual.
@BeppyCatАй бұрын
I really enjoyed this video and so did my mom. She did the laundry with her mom when she was a kid in a machine a lot like this. Thanks for an interesting video!
@JimParks-up5osАй бұрын
Nice video
@LoadofwashАй бұрын
@@JimParks-up5os Thank you!
@pattyk101Ай бұрын
Use the water when you're done washing clothes to mop the floor.
@markmurray5619Ай бұрын
Being a boomer we had a wringer. And , yes, I was one of those stupid kid's that stuck his arm in the wringer. Silly preschooler.
@RobertSmith-gn2heАй бұрын
You gotta do a full restoration of that tank! Fresh paint and you’re golden
@LoadofwashАй бұрын
@@RobertSmith-gn2he Right! This machine has definitely earned it’s stripes. It deserves that!
@user-ex5ez2uo7qАй бұрын
I love these old Maytag wringer washers . I am looking for a good used one now .
@LoadofwashАй бұрын
@@user-ex5ez2uo7q Try Craigslist or Offer Up. That’s how I got this one.
@Lon1001Ай бұрын
This old school way does something new machines simply can't figure out, and that is reusing the same wash water for multiple loads. New machines have mostly lost sight of their purpose.
@SteveSabbai2 ай бұрын
That machine will outlast anything made nowadays. Planned Obsolescence sucks. You have a soothing voice. You should try doing some type of voice work like audio books.
@quoththeraven72 ай бұрын
Washing in the same wash water? That's like getting in the same bath water after your brother got out of the tub.. But do you? I personally like the black & Decker. 0.9 cubic ft Washer. works perfect
@Loadofwash2 ай бұрын
@@quoththeraven7 Actually, in terms of wash water, it’s just like washing everything together in the big drum washer at the laundromat. The only difference is a separated the colors. Also, just a few years ago, this was THE way laundry was done for many decades. Many would say that the techniques used during this era yielded much better results than the way we do laundry today. So far, I’m truly impressed with doing laundry like this. 😎
@happy2vent762 ай бұрын
i too have caught feelings for it.
@mindfornication4funn2 ай бұрын
I love dumb machines. I should be the SMART one, using it.
@margemiller55032 ай бұрын
Best washing machines made.
@happy2vent762 ай бұрын
is that extension plug next to running water? please move it further .God bless u
@Loadofwash2 ай бұрын
@@happy2vent76 I know, right? It’s plugged into a surge protector because the machine is not grounded and the cord is only that long. I’m anxious to rewire the motor with a grounded cord, but it has been a challenge getting that done.
@vickieyoung71222 ай бұрын
I wish I had one of the vintage washers...just bought a new washer this week and had to watch a utube video AND call customer support just to figure out how to operate it !.. and the one I bought was not as complicated as most... Ridculous
@apAvocado2 ай бұрын
Best video ever! I really like doing laundry for my family. I also enjoy hanging my clothes on a rotary clothesline and a regular long outdoor clothesline. I would love to have one of these, too. I've never seen one in action until your video. You have a wonderful soothing voice. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and posting this video.
@brie19872 ай бұрын
Maytag is awesome. Or should I say. WAS. We had them. Solid as Sears when Sears was quality. Other vintage appliances worked better, too. I may do this next home I am in😊 you are inspiring.
@maubunky12 ай бұрын
Nice video! I occasionally helped my mom use one of these machines when I was a kid in the late 70s and early 80s. 6 kids worth of laundry in a jiff. The wringer doesn't pinch your fingers too bad. I think we ran the clothes through the wringer more than once before hanging them out to dry on the clothesline on the farm. My mom thought she was living the life of Little House on the Prairie or something, although I don't think Laura Ingalls Wilder had one of these things until her old age. As to the longevity of the machines, in 80 years just think of having to haul away 10 modern washing machines off to the landfill in that same time period when the 80 year old machine is still working great. I recently bought a Speed Queen because our last set lasted 15 years before I overhauled them to give to my son...but they are honestly on their last legs despite my repairs. Most other brands you are lucky to get 8 years out of one before it becomes too expensive to repair and then you're better off buying a new one if you can't figure out how to repair it yourself. Heck, the manufacturers stop making parts for your model after only 8 years, making it even harder because you have to search ebay for months to find somebody selling new-old stock repair parts for a decent price.
@turtlefromthenorth2 ай бұрын
I can`t resist to post my reaction. Like you mention, a full load of laundry in a short time is no problem for these machines, as long as hot water is readily available. I would recommend to replace the soapy washing water in stead of reusing it. It makes a difference and it lifts the standard. They only reused the soapy water in dire need, because soap, hot water cost, and was sometimes a lot of work to replace. Use hot water for towels, bed linen, etc, maybe a bit of Oxyclean, and let it run /soak for 20-30 minutes for a thorough wash. It is ideal for these machines and it lifts any staining and dirt; maximum one hour soak in the main soapy washing water. These machines can require a bit of pretreating of stains, like an enzyme spray, but when you get to know them, they do the job as good as the new models. Best of luck with your old machine, it is still working !
@LlyleHunter2 ай бұрын
That is in fact very efficient and was an effective way that people got through the Great Depression until 1937 when Bendix came out with the first front loader which was efficient though it had to be bolted to the floor so admittedly usually only comfortable people could afford them. They were full automatic. My mother had a Thor that was semi automatic which had a spin cycle but no timer and she basically did the laundry like you did by using the same wash water but separate rinse water and she let it spin for a long time so that the clothes didn’t need to stay on the line outside for a long time. An extractor is a good idea not only for better extraction but also considering tall of the children that were permanently injured from wringer washers back then as well as housewives who unsuspectingly got their hands caught in a piece of fabric. It sometimes happened to the best of them.
@EdwardTunilla-zn2ch2 ай бұрын
These washers are incredible technology for their time. If the rinse 💧 is not too dirty, my Nana would use it for washing. They really save water.
@hunglikefish2 ай бұрын
As a kid helping my mom, I got my hand caught in the rollers. Instead loosening the tension on the rollers my mom just put it in reverse lol. Never caught my hand in there again though.
@colinsace12 ай бұрын
My mum used to have a hoover and hotpoint twin tubs I from the uk 🇬🇧 that’s about as old As I have seen and remember. When I moved out many years ago in 2000 me and friends would have to wash clothes in the bath tub quite regularly some daz handwash or twin tub washing powder ( I found automatic detergent left white marks a lot so got hand wash soap powder) Was a bedsit we had a shit hoover washing machine that would brake down quite frequently so my friend got us a creda debonair spinner, I remember it well it was a god sent to wringing out by hand we appreciated are small electric reliable companion very much when the machine would be broken down “again” I am now 41 and very much appreciate my LG washer/dryer combo that does all the hard work for me it may of been 24 years ago but I will never forgot how hard and dry and sore my hands would be 🤣 Kids nowadays would never cope I just about did 😂💯
@wildthings9802 ай бұрын
I helped my mom do our laundry with a wringer washer back in the early 1960s. It was fun. 😊
@dondercole42492 ай бұрын
Definitely keep the washer! I have one with the pump I bought over 30 years ago as a spare when my new washer broke and I still use to this day. Clothes are much cleaner and heavy cotton clothes soften up better in the old square tub.
@drewk15142 ай бұрын
Those old Maytags do a FAR BETTER cleaning than the new HE machines. You let heavily soiled items soak and wash longer; lightly soiled items only need a few minutes to wash. COUPLE SUGGESTIONS---when you're done washing for the day, pull your agitator up off the drive shaft and leave it in the tub. Unlike with an automatic machine, you are able to clean under the agitator and remove any loose coins or whatever. Also get some CHEAP vaseline on your fingertip and coat the ridges on the drive shaft to make the agitator easier to pull off. If your machine has an automatic drain pump, make sure you always clean the metal screen under the agitator. Also at the end of your wash day, hit the RELEASE bar on the wringer to remove tension on the rollers. If you don't do this the rollers can stick together and get damaged. Also wipe the inside of the tub and leave the lid open so it can dry.
@happy2vent762 ай бұрын
i hope he reads this message.
@Watchoutforsnakez2 ай бұрын
Laundry soap used to have phosphates in it until the 90’s. It was SOOOO much better.
@Watchoutforsnakez2 ай бұрын
Modern washing machines are garbage. I like old ones because they USE A LOT OF WATER, and AGITATE like a boss. Wherever you got this it was a home run. Great video.
@macmcleod11882 ай бұрын
The thing that gets me is the difference between 10 and 20 gallons of water is really tiny if you're only washing once a week. And it does get the clothing a lot cleaner.