Apple cider making with a washing machine--works great!

Make 20 gallons of cider an hour with a simple washing machine conversion that takes less than 45 minutes!
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[@kygoat1]

If you wanted to stretch your apples a little further. You could take the pulp that is in your basket and bring it to a low boil for a few minutes and then run the hot pulp through a kitchen aid juice strainer. This would give you some really good applesauce. After you run it through the juicer you will have a small amount of apple juice and a little more pulp. The final pulp could then be fed to your livestock.

[@therealandrewlund]

That would be a nice way to use up more of the apples, but you would need to add sugar back into the sauce as most of it comes out in the juice. Since we're not big fans of processed sugar and other sweeteners cost so much, we just suck up the losses and dedicate whole apples to sauce. We use our maple sap boiling pan and do 20 gallon batches.

[@Andre-tj8de]

How do you properly clean between the inner and outer tub. Will just running the machine do the cleaning?

[@mcquad4576]

No way, I don’t think you could ever get a washing machine clean enough

[@LundFamProd]

I should really make an update video... My "new" machine has been in use for nearly 10 years, and we've made over a thousand gallons of juice with it. I modified it so the basket can be removed easily for a deep-clean, and all the unnecessary bits have been removed.

[@frankytrevor7]

How did you clean the drum from the soap residue before making the cider? Thank you very much

[@ohhowhappygardener]

That's resourceful! Lol... I'd be wary of using a machine that's been used for laundry when you could by a cheap one as a dedicated cider maker.

[@JohnLundOfficial]

that's an idea, but there may be other disadvantages to a new machine. First of all, the plastic hoses and internal components aren't necessarily 'food grade', so a new machine might be more at risk to leach nasty BPAs and whatnot. 2nd, the computery new machines are kind of a pain to program, and might not be as convenient to simply put on the 'spin' cycle and let'r rip. The machine in the video actually conked out after 2 years because of the computer. We replaced it with a nice clean old maytag, and it's been working great for nearly a decade. Probably made over 1000 gallons with it by now.

[@pauleclemonsjr1457]

I like Tracy !!

[@teroyjenkins30]

the drain tubes in a washer have ridges that collect debris and unsanitary dirt in the recesses. also, are you all aware that washing detergent is toxic. that will also collect in the ridges. not a good idea. you will never be able to rinse all the gunk out of the innards of the washing machine.

[@therealandrewlund]

+troy stevens Yeah, it wouldn't hurt to swap out the corrugated hose for something smooth and food-grade, though it might be hard to find something in that diameter.

[@DanceTranced]

Change ALL the lines

[@anatolyskorikov5299]

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[@paulbagshaw7237]

Raise it up on some pallets, install a drain petcock in the bottom of the tub, so you can bypass the pump and corrugated hoses etc (where all the residues will collect). I would also have a barrel with clean tap water to soak apples in to remove residues off of the apple skin from airborne contaminants (bird poop, auto exhaust, industrial pollutants). Great build and repurposing! :-)

[@JamesWilson-ox1kc]

WHAT ABOUT THE SOAP RESIDUE THE MACHINE CLEANERS OR DISMALTLER WOULD SHOW

[@Outofthi5tube]

Enjoy this amazing cider, you almost can't taste the suds.

[@ralphmalone8337]

With a girlfriend like that I don't think I would even notice the suds lol.. She's damn cute wtg !!

[@eddiesanders2719]

Great demonstration, and funny too.

[@timber1941]

many years ago [ 1965 ] i caught maybe 5 gal bucket of herring tillamook ore. had an old maytag ringer washer in shop, i put the fish in and water run thru agitaor cycle and lo and behold no scales left on fish clean up was a little messy, but saved tons hand work scaling the little buggers, not recomended to wash cloths in after that

[@AdamKeele]

With a proper pressing, you could probably extract a bit more from what the washer didn't get.

[@TudorFencing]

To be more sanitary you could buy a cheap new washer and hook up a food grade hose to it. The cool thing about this is that once you are done making your cider for the day you could hook up the water inlets and it could self-clean itself.

[@GeoffreySkinner]

I did this when I was college with pretty much the same design in order to produce enough juice to make hard cider (we usually just used a hand press to make enough sweet cider to throw in the freezer). Worked great and was hilarious. The resulting hard cider was barely OK, but we had a lot of fun in the process (and it did taste better if you drank enough of it). I don't think it was the most sanitary operation and I would definitely be a bit more careful now. OTOH, nobody got sick, so I guess things weren't too bad. Thanks for posting! Brings back great memories.

[@aapexco]

I think I'd be buying a cheap new washer and not be using one that's been used for laundry. If you've ever taken apart a washer completely including the pump you'll already know it's disgusting with hair, lint, skin and other material that won't come out no matter how much you rinse if it's not opened up. Gross

[@teropiispala2576]

Every washing machine I have dismanteled have been full of creasy slime and body hair. I can’t figure out any way to clean it enough so I’d drink that stuff.

[@AmericanTrekker]

Jesus none of those plastic and rubber hoses and other parts are gonna be food grade, so you'll get all kinds of plasticizers in your juice, but guys if you don't mind growing breasts because the plasticizers act like huge doses of female hormones, you'll be good!

[@stevenboone8181]

Anyone ever tell u. You sound and look like Cletus McFarland little brother😂..good job on the apples cider machine..

[@ocrun6765]

Great video! Add your favorite flavor Tidepod for a little fusion action.

[@LundFamProd]

It's a Kenmore Oasis, but I don't actually recommend it, unless you can get it for $25... Better off with something not computerized. Ideally, you want a large basket with small holes and a fast spin..

[@elevatorproductionsbymaxpassa]

I think a garbage disposal would be better than a washing machine for grinding apples to make cider.

[@DanceTranced]

Max Passa it's more the centrifugal force that's needed not so much grinding.

[@LundFamProd]

If you make your own industrial juicer, make sure you take a video and send me the link! We just made another machine.. The old one had electronic problems to begin with (why we got it for $20), and something finally blew on the circuit board after hundreds of gallons of cider. The "new" machine is actually an older model, and it's so nice being able to set it to "spin" and immediately go to town without waiting for the stupid pre-programmed cycle.. Apples are in full swing now!

[@dagooglenet]

any updates on new build?

[@TheJD12354]

I have been making apple juice my whole life at my family's apple juice company and you just blew my mind...

[@PTCrugbyTwit]

Just be cautious using an old washing machine, it is very very dirty and unsanitary.

[@tammermashni8541]

these people love their apples lol ... he wants to die in apple cider .. .life could be worse

[@LundFamProd]

We scoop it out and feed it to the cows, horses and chickens.. Some goes into our vinegar barrel as well.

[@motog4-75]

😂😂😂

[@karmelek1ful]

you are brilliant:) so much thinking welding cutting . and here please :) brilliant idea :)

[@duanes54]

Red Green would be so proud. If the women don't find you handsome they should at least find you handy. Just joking. Clever!

[@LundFamProd]

This would be perfect for a RG episode!

[@mrobisch]

Thanks for getting me started. I did make a few modifications for anyone else trying this. By screwing half of the screws in through the plate and the other half with the heads sticking up at the same level (about 3/8-1/2 in.) the apples were pulverized much better. I also have the machine set up so with 2 bolts, you can remove the drum and plate for cleaning.

[@mcm19781]

Matthew Robisch would you be willing to send pictures? [e-mail]. if so could you reply to this post saying you sent an email?

[@drewsquickfix]

cool idea but it just doesn't look sanitary. Lol I probably would not drink the cider unless it was fermented

[@user-li5br8in6z]

Drain pipes and other areas inside the washing machine can have slime in them from the washing of clothes. Did you take apart that old machine and clean it inside before making that cider? And are the metal bolts and brackets safe for food?

[@LundFamProd]

I really need to make an update video.. I have a new-and-improved machine that I've been using for quite a few years now. I completely disassembled it, and made it reasonably easy to remove the basket for thorough cleaning.

[@marcohancock6063]

How does it grind the apples? I don’t understand???

[@CJBegnaud]

When bored in Maine...

[@frugalnanny]

awesome like you totally made a huge juicer. dude. like you could juice lots of other things as well. I love it.

[@BCElginTex]

Great job. I wouldn't want to be the one to have to clean it afterwards, though. Is there a self cleaning model?

[@therealandrewlund]

It's really not as bad as you imagine.. A few minutes with a scoop; the pumice is light and dry at that point.

[@WilliePeck]

Ah Finally a good use for those whirlpool cabrio washers! Those can't clean ANYTHING with only 1/2 of water on full setting! Nice dude really enjoyed it!

[@YourLocalFireAlarmTech]

LOL true!!

[@WilliePeck]

Lol.

[@LundFamProd]

@outoforder2day Yeah, we were a bit concerned about that as well. Our machine has an elaborate self-clean cycle, so we gave it some bleach and let it go to town. Then we rinsed and rinsed and rinsed... The first batch had a very slight aftertaste, and all of the subsequent batches have been perfectly good tasting. We've made over 60 gallons and counting!

[@richardlanger1778]

how do you clean out washing machine tub?

[@jungsomewhat]

Happy sort of a video, well done, keep smiling guys ...

[@TheStarttman]

How hard is it to clean out the washer? :)

[@Karpens16]

I'm both disgusted and impressed. Only reason im grossed out is because I've repaired washing machines and I can smell it.

[@1206443]

this is great video...you're an innovator

[@antongoebel247]

I guess all the hoses/pipes, rubber and plastics inside that machine are totaly food-save, aren´t they? Sorry, but I would not recommend drinking that!

[@charlesmaunder]

Not only is that brilliant but it looks like a lot of fun. Beautiful fall day, pretty girl, apple cider, one lucky bastard.

[@kingkowabunga]

Just how do you remove the pulp and clean the washer?

[@feralmonkey4]

+richie nine they didn't that I saw put in the filter you line the inside of the tub with a nylon mesh liner the black that someone further down saw was pieces of apple and skin if you line it properly it will clean up moderately easily.

[@jordbjor1]

Filter it to remove the pubic hair

[@ellilock1]

Omg! I was born on an apple farm, but am the eldest child of the 5th of 6 kids. And my grandfather’s farm was a hobby farm and largely out of production. My uncle got a notion to get the long unused cider press working when I was about 3. It was an early-mid 20th century washing machine. My mother and I collected apples and came and made apple cider with my uncle. I have very vague memories of this.

[@LundFamProd]

Awesome! I really need to make an update video.. My "new" machine has been in use for nearly 10 years and we've made over a thousand gallons with it. I modified it so the basket comes out easily and makes it much easier to deep-clean, which would make a lot of these commentators happy.

[@Johnny241948]

lol, seems more like an April Fools joke.

[@thecheapgamer9634]

a way you could fix the gap and the larger chunks is to make the feed tube longer but put shims under the tube and as the basket lowers you take out the shims so the tube lowers

[@JamieChurchlakotawannabe]

That looks fun, have you made it better since you shot this video? Where is your farm located?

[@Yophillips3272]

Iv'e seen modded washing machines with somewhat large motors attatched I bet that would f apples up

[@thisismemoocow]

We just scoop out as much of the pomace as possible, hose it down and run a self-clean cycle or two.

[@MadSativa]

u need a hopper dude

[@goldencricket2]

Lmfao...... This is awesome..... Could rerun half of that back through to finish what you missed ...

[@amoreyjones565]

Nice video fun wife.

[@jacquelinewalker-5731]

at least you guys having fun. now thats a mate relationship, were the both get involve.

[@therealandrewlund]

Ah, we've got pretty tough guts.. After drinking a couple hundred gallons of the stuff with no problems, I think we're okay. Pasteurizing might not be a bad idea in some cases, though. Especially if you want to preserve the sweet flavor, as natural yeast will turn it hard in a matter of days. Leave you caps loose if you don't want cider bombs sitting around!

[@edwinamerica8653]

sweet hack. god bless you for solving my apple problems

[@LundFamProd]

@datzfast We homestead and try live sustainably/naturally and save money. For income we mostly work with wood and fiber on projects of all sizes from doll houses on up to real houses and outbuildings, renovation work and whatever comes our way. Interesting that you were a microbiologist.. Ever heard of EMs? "Efficient Microbes".. Gaining popularity in Japan and quickly catching on over here. We benefit from those buggers a lot.

[@LundFamProd]

Not PT; just good ol' regular wood.

[@tn8141]

I think I...will pass!

[@jeremiahjones8358]

You should maybe only go two thirds full and then clean it out., because those big junks cut your yield way down. You could cut the front of the washing machine out and then cut the drum so you could open it up and clean it out. It does make it better making the juice and crushing the apples at the same time.

[@marcinpopadiak3269]

good job! Nice team! Greatings from Poland

[@TheYeti308]

Nice . !

[@NienaRay]

You guys rule! Glad you can have fun and make things work at the same time.

[@LundFamProd]

A glass, huh? ....How long would it take you to turn several truckloads into a 150 gallons? Took us a couple afternoons... ;-)

[@Earthwatcher57]

You could funnel the apples in, might save time.

[@karmelek1ful]

and like me you cleaning ? record and puts something on youtube

[@richardbrown4294]

It isn’t cider until it’s fermented.

[@CanadianPenguin_]

in North America cider is cloudy unpasteurized apple juice and fermented/alcoholic cider is called hard cider.

[@DerekMurawsky]

Only thing I'd worry about is soap/chemical residue. This is an awesome idea!

[@LundFamProd]

That's a good plan right there! We do usually end up with quite a bit of wonderful hard cider, but I've never actually done anything to it other than make sure that the jar's caps are a little loose. ;-) 'Guess we've gotten lucky with our naturally-occurring yeasts..

[@Gibblegobblegoob]

This has such a strange nostalgia to it

[@coachfarrell83]

Looks great. Very cool. Thanks for sharing. -Farrell (Louviers, Colorado)

[@jeremiahjones8358]

one day you wash clothes and the next day you make apple juice but you have to run hot water and clean it out very well

[@davidphenix901]

You could use a Shop-Vac to vacuum out the washer

[@picopanpipe9]

Looks like you had a lot of fun making this delicious stuff! Best bit is from 2:41 when you're programming a cider press x)

[@ScantPear]

Can I plz have the agitator plz

[@steverajher8373]

Looks like fun awesome job and great ingenuity.

[@Deaf_Lion]

drink fly ciger yum yum for you, no for us

[@DrewskisBrews]

"This week on Handyman Corner..."

[@arkotartlain5009]

HeyHey What type of washer is this, if u might remember ? :) Great video! Thanks

[@jerryseinfield]

It looks like a Kenmore Oasis !

[@teskimo56]

What kind of washing machine is that? Make and model number please. It looks fairly new.

[@PyR0Star]

just needs a feeder/hopper =)

[@tchippat7634]

Good innovation I would like to have a machine like this .

[@skeets6060]

Bobbing for yellow jackets,,lol

[@DerekMurawsky]

Only thing I'd worry about is soap/chemical residue. This is an awesome idea!

[@ihsandeeb]

lo I want one of those bad boys!!! that is awesome dude!!

[@Ceefax71]

Absolutely genius... Have you tried other fruit... Pears or grapes?

[@LundFamProd]

thanks! we did try pears, but the yield wasn't very good.. they seemed pulpy-er, like the pulp didn't want to let go of the juice...

[@VeikoAndre]

It is what it is, but what I definitely like about this video is presentation :)

[@jeffreycaulfield8220]

Got to love some bees in your cider

[@Sugarsail1]

now add the brewers yeast, wait 6 weeks.

[@fasteddieskustoms]

do you have to wait till the wash cycle ends and its spin drying?

[@artsymarsy8480]

This is hysterical and amazing

[@TheDo14150]

That is disgusting! Totally unsanitary! Who the hell would drink that crap?

[@LundFamProd]

I'm fairly confident that the bleach rinses would take care of bacteria, but my biggest concern is contamination from non-food grade plastics and/or detergent residue. However, the juice is exposed for only a short time, and we've now made over 1000 gallons (on our second washer..maybe I should do an update video?). There is nothing detectable in the flavor, and I'm pretty sure there are worse chemicals in the crap you buy from the store. I was quoted $4k for a lab analysis, so it's going to remain conjecture unless someone wants to sponsor me.

[@aapexco]

Heck no ! Ever take apart a washer drum or a pump ? Pubic hair, skin residue, soap scum & buildup, slime filled with bacteria. Doesn't just rinse out. Don't be a tight wad, buy a new washer

[@HeartofaMuse]

W00t Michigan!

[@jc-d6179]

Grind separately! Nice idea.

[@yasakroman]

hey guy...you are really so clever...

[@ella5024]

Oh my WORD!