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starwalker
Farmgirl in Training
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Lynne
Gainesboro
Tennessee
USA
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 Posted - Jan 22 2006 : 10:14:23 PM
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Last year our stackable Kenmore Washer and Dryer finally was beyond putting more repairs in. It was getting repaired more than it worked. After 23 years we let her retire.
My middle son was so kind as to buy me a set. He thought momma would just love those Sears front end loaders with all the fancy settings. Digital this and auto that. Bless his heart...He's a good boy. 2500.00 worth of digital!
Problem. I expect clean clothes when I wash them. They are great for quilts. It doesn't beat the stitches. And good for clothes that aren't really dirty. But now you get this TN mud in them or the guys scrubbin around on the ground with car grime on them. No way is this fancy thing going to touch that kind of dirt!
I am hunting for me a dream ...A Wringer washer! |
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sleepless reader
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
CA
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2006 : 1:35:12 PM
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Lynne, I have a friend that just got the new front loaders and loves them. Are you using the "right" detergent? I know they require some special type. Boy, and I was being envious of those washers because they use so much less water! Good luck with the wringer washer.
Sharon
Life is messy. Wear your apron! |
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starwalker
Farmgirl in Training
17 Posts
Lynne
Gainesboro
Tennessee
USA
17 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2006 : 6:59:04 PM
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Yep, I am using the right detergent.Most times I have to run the batch through twice. So that really doesn't save much water.The majority of the time it's....ok. I love it for quilts, sheets and other large items. Really, really soiled stuff these things just can't compare to a wringer. |
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MNFarmGirl
True Blue Farmgirl
52 Posts
USA
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Posted - Jan 24 2006 : 3:51:18 PM
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Lynne you should check out the different types of wringer washers on Lehman's website. I love their stuff, Aubrey
"Agriculture...is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end conribute most to real wealth, good morals and happiness." Thomas Jefferson |
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Mag
True Blue Farmgirl
144 Posts
Margaret
Mount Vernon
OH
USA
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Posted - Jan 24 2006 : 4:07:11 PM
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Hi Lynn,
I know what you mean about a wringer washer, I had one for a few years and for getting clothes clean, you can't beat it. I hope your machine troubles work themselves out! |
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
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Posted - Jan 24 2006 : 5:00:48 PM
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I would love to have a wringer washer again. I had one the first three years of marriage. Never had cleaner clothes. They are great for diapers. Hope you find one! Good hunting!
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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Blessedx6
Farmgirl at Heart
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Carol
Spencer
IA
USA
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Posted - Jan 25 2006 : 10:53:17 AM
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| I have always wondered about those front loaders... Dh's Grandma was downsizing,I got her wringer washer and wash tubs.Problem is it needs repaired. |
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garliclady
True Blue Farmgirl
274 Posts
Reidsville
NC
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Posted - Jan 25 2006 : 11:24:59 AM
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we have a kenmore front loader the smaller size. It cleans my clothes great (I have a one year and four year old who get plenty dirty on our farm). I use ALL (made for front loaders).I love the fact that jeams and towels are almost dry when the get through the spin cycle.
On the kennmore video that came with the washer it says that if you fill it too full it won't clean properly. Mine doesn't hold as much as my old top loader but I have the smaller size front loader.
I really like my front loader .
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starwalker
Farmgirl in Training
17 Posts
Lynne
Gainesboro
Tennessee
USA
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Posted - Jan 25 2006 : 12:01:42 PM
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I have the huge set. Don't get me wrong. For some things I love it to pieces!But, I very much miss my wringer!
Blessedx6-YOU LUCKY DUCK! Any shop will fix them. I would try to find a repair that has older washers and dryers for sale.They have access to companies that still carry older parts. The best thing is they are easy to fix.
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