Dude, I suggest you (and other viewers) save some money (using foam pipe insulation) and insulate the hot water pipes leading out of your Hot Water heater. Suggest wrapping your water heater as well with fiberglass water heater insulation.
Also there is a main heat element in all hot water heaters which can be replaced by any intrepid do it yourself-er which is a much cheaper fix than a whole hot water replacement.
Stop overloading your washer and the drive coupling wont break. I've replaced many of these parts. And after seeing how much laundry people put in these machines, I can see why.
@mmz77 I agree 100%. But the appliance would last too long and the greedy board of directors and stock holders of these companies wouldn't be making money hand over fist. It's sickening! They made the drive coupling out of plastic so it would fail under certain conditions so the transmission wouldn't get damaged.
@mmz77 Indeed! What throws people off with these machines is the holes in the basket go almost all the way to the top. So people think they can load these machines up to that level. When in reality these machines only fill up to the third row down from the top, and the machines get overloaded and the person doesn't realize it. Let's face it, how many people actually stand there and watch their washer run?..........Other than me!! LOL
My parents still use the same water heater from 1971 seriously and the water is still super hot and never runs out. In my house - I've been through 3 waterheaters.
The "gear" to which mmz77 refers is equivalent to a belt on older Kenmores, can be bought online for $12, and is easier to replace than a belt. Some disassembly is required, but the washer doesn't need to be "flipped over." New-style couplers have a metal center bushing for more durability. My experience with several Whirlpool/Kenmore/KitchenAid washers, the couplers have lasted 10+ years. Overloading can cause failure, or washing shoes which get jammed between the agitator & tub.
@mmz77 I can tell you for sure that the dryer was made no earlier than 1987. My Grandma got her's in 1987 (the year it was redesigned). 1986 & back had the design from the 1970's. She still has her washer 24 years later. It replaced a Montgomery Ward Touch 'n go washer from the 1960, made by Norge. If you think your Kenmore washer's bad, be thankful it's not a GE or Hotpoint model. My Hotpoint from 1996 lasted less than 3 years. My Frigidaire front loader is 12 yrs old, & still works.
I have matching Kenmore Avocado Green washer and dryer purchased in 1979. The dryer quit on me last week, not running at all. Any advice?
realrep1 4 weeks ago
Dude, I suggest you (and other viewers) save some money (using foam pipe insulation) and insulate the hot water pipes leading out of your Hot Water heater. Suggest wrapping your water heater as well with fiberglass water heater insulation.
Also there is a main heat element in all hot water heaters which can be replaced by any intrepid do it yourself-er which is a much cheaper fix than a whole hot water replacement.
cm1701a 1 month ago
Stop overloading your washer and the drive coupling wont break. I've replaced many of these parts. And after seeing how much laundry people put in these machines, I can see why.
themaytagrepairman 8 months ago
@themaytagrepairman Thanks for the advice but you have to admit there should be no plastic drive parts in ANY appliance and or vehicle.
mmz77 8 months ago
@mmz77 I agree 100%. But the appliance would last too long and the greedy board of directors and stock holders of these companies wouldn't be making money hand over fist. It's sickening! They made the drive coupling out of plastic so it would fail under certain conditions so the transmission wouldn't get damaged.
themaytagrepairman 8 months ago
@themaytagrepairman The wonderful world of business!
mmz77 8 months ago
@mmz77 Indeed! What throws people off with these machines is the holes in the basket go almost all the way to the top. So people think they can load these machines up to that level. When in reality these machines only fill up to the third row down from the top, and the machines get overloaded and the person doesn't realize it. Let's face it, how many people actually stand there and watch their washer run?..........Other than me!! LOL
themaytagrepairman 7 months ago
I have that same dryer lol
Coolbri1191 1 year ago
My parents still use the same water heater from 1971 seriously and the water is still super hot and never runs out. In my house - I've been through 3 waterheaters.
jcnigra 1 year ago
@jcnigra Yeah I know! You cannot match quality these days!
mmz77 1 year ago
Too bad they don't make old ones with larger capacity anymore, they would still be great to this day if they still made them
NVHSChadSheppard1 1 year ago
old vintage stuff will always beat teh quality of new born machine quality, never will they beat teh oldies..
TheAsiandude3 1 year ago
only washer that is still American made is speed queen
lexmarks567 1 year ago
The "gear" to which mmz77 refers is equivalent to a belt on older Kenmores, can be bought online for $12, and is easier to replace than a belt. Some disassembly is required, but the washer doesn't need to be "flipped over." New-style couplers have a metal center bushing for more durability. My experience with several Whirlpool/Kenmore/KitchenAid washers, the couplers have lasted 10+ years. Overloading can cause failure, or washing shoes which get jammed between the agitator & tub.
DADoESofTX 1 year ago
Wow, my water heater is from January 1989, it is a Kenmore 8 to, how funny is that. I had contemplated replacing it with an on demand water heater!
italobambino43 1 year ago
Yes these are very durable! Thanks for commenting!
mmz77 1 year ago
try to get a new gear that is the same type but in metal
emugamer 2 years ago
How old is the washer?
cpv6 2 years ago
Sorry last comment was the dryer. The washer I believe is about 11-12 years old. Thanks for the comment.
mmz77 2 years ago
@mmz77 I can tell you for sure that the dryer was made no earlier than 1987. My Grandma got her's in 1987 (the year it was redesigned). 1986 & back had the design from the 1970's. She still has her washer 24 years later. It replaced a Montgomery Ward Touch 'n go washer from the 1960, made by Norge. If you think your Kenmore washer's bad, be thankful it's not a GE or Hotpoint model. My Hotpoint from 1996 lasted less than 3 years. My Frigidaire front loader is 12 yrs old, & still works.
davenwin1973 7 months ago
@davenwin1973 Thanks for the expertise. I do like the dryer, it has given us ZERO problems since the late 80's.
mmz77 7 months ago
my washer is a kenmore but dont say what series...
slackersteve2004 2 years ago
we have a 50's model frig sittin in our shop that will still freeze the shit out of stuff.
hedgehoghunter007 2 years ago
Dam i agree all new shit is garbage!! NO Pride or Quality! All Cheap importade shit! Nice vid!!
lookin4memarbles 2 years ago 2
Yes totally agreed. Thanks for the comment!
mmz77 2 years ago
I 2nd that!
MadBadVoodo 2 years ago