The Maytag's - when they were "really Maytag" were built like a tank. These new "Whirltags" are crap now. I bought a Maytag Centennial and I only used it for about a couple months and now it sits in my garage because it's junk that just shreds clothes and doesn't rinse near as well as the these reliable older models.
i remember having one of those washers, i don't know how long we had it, i was young, but it eventually got replaced, because it just leaked too much water, and i don't know why it couldn't get fixed.
Modern machines have so many electronic controls and components that can fail. Motors that used to drive a transmission that lasted forty years now are designed to do the work of that transmission with complicated movement programs. There is no way anything built now will be as dependable as old Maytags, even the higher priced washers. Newer machines may be more efficient in some ways but they are designed to fail sooner rather than later.
I love all Maytags that were made from 1970 to 2006. 2006 was the last year they had freedom until Whirlpool bought them out and got the company. They now make them cheap and they suck. I'd love to have a Maytag top loader in my basement.
What is efficient about a front loader when the lifespan is only about 4-5 years on them when the old dependable cares last 40 years!!! It seems the energy used to manufacture the materials, shipping and rebuilding of the new machines outweigh the savings. These Maytag machines were the best ever made... Thank you EPA and DOE for ruining a good thing.
My thoughts precisely! Didn't know anyone else felt the same way. I purchased a new front load Sears (high dollar), machine in 2002, got rid of it, not enough water to clean good, cycle lasted too long, very tempermental with regard to balancing the load, etc.... Found and bought an older used Maytag top loader - GREAT. Cleans the best and doesn't take all day.
This machine is a gem. Had the exact one in avocado when we were a kid and I marveled at the engineering of the lint trap that works with suction and the fabric softener cup that worked on centrifugal force. As an adult I understand how well these tings were engineered and how cool it is that there is no computer to break down!
What is the point of posting the washing action of a nearly 40 year old appliance? You should get rid of it and purchase a high efficiency front loader.
@itsmegp46 oh please?? This machine will out last and out perform any new front loader. They don't use enough water to clean anything...I used to think the same thing, but after trying one, I am back to using my old failthful Maytag top loader.
@vacuzman Sorry to upset you. I don't use personal prejudices and judgements to make claims about any appliance's performance. I read test results from several testing laboratories. Whether you believe it or not, high efficiency washers do in fact clean more clothes per load, clean better and use far less water and energy.
@vacuzman no problem.. You didn't upset me, I just found your comments to be interesting. Usage and performance of such machines whether old or new are
based on user findings, not laboratory testings. I personally have known quite a few to upgrade to the newer front loaders and while some like them, others did not. I have read all the newer reviews on appliances and I just choose to stick with my older functioning machines as long as I can. It is all a matter of personal preferences.
Nice video. Question, why are you using so much water for a medium size load of towels. I'm not sure if anyone realizes this but, an agitator (POWER-FIN) is truly effective if it can turn over a fully loaded wash. This deep tub 21 3/4" wide and 16" tall should be able wash 15 to 16 bath towels. I'd like to see a video of that.
Thank you for asking. The patch is actually a lens set into the top for a tub light. When you lift the lid, it lights up the tub to help you load/unload your clothes.
@RedCarpetDrew Oh! My A106 tub has a flat spot for that light to be cut out, I bet they used the very same parts and just sent the A806 down the line for some more parts! I'm actually planning on modding my bottom of the line A106 into an A806(sorta) I'd like an extra capacity tub and a corkscrew agitator possibly even a two speed motor for delicate items would be cool as well...
The Maytag's - when they were "really Maytag" were built like a tank. These new "Whirltags" are crap now. I bought a Maytag Centennial and I only used it for about a couple months and now it sits in my garage because it's junk that just shreds clothes and doesn't rinse near as well as the these reliable older models.
XJetPilot72 1 month ago
My grandfather had one of these but one sad day it bit the dust and he shifted it off to the scrap heap... :(
whoisthisguy724 3 months ago
i remember having one of those washers, i don't know how long we had it, i was young, but it eventually got replaced, because it just leaked too much water, and i don't know why it couldn't get fixed.
motorhead45102 4 months ago
Love these old machines...after reading some of these comments I feel vindicated in my observation..."The Higher the tech..the less efficient."
mxylpx 6 months ago
I know odd Maytag sounds like whirltags now....
MrLehnerd 6 months ago
Modern machines have so many electronic controls and components that can fail. Motors that used to drive a transmission that lasted forty years now are designed to do the work of that transmission with complicated movement programs. There is no way anything built now will be as dependable as old Maytags, even the higher priced washers. Newer machines may be more efficient in some ways but they are designed to fail sooner rather than later.
Deepwatersecret 7 months ago
I love all Maytags that were made from 1970 to 2006. 2006 was the last year they had freedom until Whirlpool bought them out and got the company. They now make them cheap and they suck. I'd love to have a Maytag top loader in my basement.
PlausableApple4 7 months ago
What is efficient about a front loader when the lifespan is only about 4-5 years on them when the old dependable cares last 40 years!!! It seems the energy used to manufacture the materials, shipping and rebuilding of the new machines outweigh the savings. These Maytag machines were the best ever made... Thank you EPA and DOE for ruining a good thing.
TheChancerdog1 8 months ago
My thoughts precisely! Didn't know anyone else felt the same way. I purchased a new front load Sears (high dollar), machine in 2002, got rid of it, not enough water to clean good, cycle lasted too long, very tempermental with regard to balancing the load, etc.... Found and bought an older used Maytag top loader - GREAT. Cleans the best and doesn't take all day.
ByFaithnKC 1 year ago
One word: Amazing!. These bad boys lasted forever, cleaned very well and did not shred clothes. back when Maytag built outstanding machines.
dualactionsurgilator 1 year ago
This machine is a gem. Had the exact one in avocado when we were a kid and I marveled at the engineering of the lint trap that works with suction and the fabric softener cup that worked on centrifugal force. As an adult I understand how well these tings were engineered and how cool it is that there is no computer to break down!
mattjobrien 1 year ago
Is the laundry actually getting clean like that ?
CossacksChampion 1 year ago
What is the point of posting the washing action of a nearly 40 year old appliance? You should get rid of it and purchase a high efficiency front loader.
itsmegp46 1 year ago
@itsmegp46 oh please?? This machine will out last and out perform any new front loader. They don't use enough water to clean anything...I used to think the same thing, but after trying one, I am back to using my old failthful Maytag top loader.
vacuzman 1 year ago
@vacuzman Sorry to upset you. I don't use personal prejudices and judgements to make claims about any appliance's performance. I read test results from several testing laboratories. Whether you believe it or not, high efficiency washers do in fact clean more clothes per load, clean better and use far less water and energy.
itsmegp46 1 year ago
@vacuzman no problem.. You didn't upset me, I just found your comments to be interesting. Usage and performance of such machines whether old or new are
based on user findings, not laboratory testings. I personally have known quite a few to upgrade to the newer front loaders and while some like them, others did not. I have read all the newer reviews on appliances and I just choose to stick with my older functioning machines as long as I can. It is all a matter of personal preferences.
vacuzman 1 year ago
Can you remove that plastic restrictor that is in the fill line so it can fill quicker, or is that not a good thing?
Smooth0087 1 year ago
just curious, but why is it all taken apart?
fgbags 2 years ago
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Lehnerd57 2 years ago
Nice video. Question, why are you using so much water for a medium size load of towels. I'm not sure if anyone realizes this but, an agitator (POWER-FIN) is truly effective if it can turn over a fully loaded wash. This deep tub 21 3/4" wide and 16" tall should be able wash 15 to 16 bath towels. I'd like to see a video of that.
scrubflex 2 years ago
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scrubflex 2 years ago
whats with the patch on the right side of the outer tub ring?
itscool1968 2 years ago
Thank you for asking. The patch is actually a lens set into the top for a tub light. When you lift the lid, it lights up the tub to help you load/unload your clothes.
RedCarpetDrew 2 years ago
@RedCarpetDrew Oh! My A106 tub has a flat spot for that light to be cut out, I bet they used the very same parts and just sent the A806 down the line for some more parts! I'm actually planning on modding my bottom of the line A106 into an A806(sorta) I'd like an extra capacity tub and a corkscrew agitator possibly even a two speed motor for delicate items would be cool as well...
Blackinterceptor999 1 week ago