Reviving my 1940s Maytag E2L wringer washer. (part 2) Repairs and resources

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While this washer did work when I got it, it was definitely overdue for some maintenance. In this video, I share where I found the washer itself and where I found the parts I used for the repairs. This video was posted on 2/9/24.
You can find part one of this video on my other RU-vid channel Bmilesonline.
Cottage Craftworks (whom I am not affiliated with in any way) makes an aftermarket version of just about every part for the Maytag El2. You can do a google search for them and search for Maytag wringer washer on their site.
The tape that I found is called silicone tape. You can find it at most auto parts stores. I recommend keeping some in your car. It may save you in a pinch. Eventually, I'll post an amazon link for it here.
If you like this video, please subscribe to my channel. I'll be posting more videos about this washer and a few other Maytags that I have.
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@dondercole4249 9 дней назад

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.

@brucemcgee2281 Месяц назад

I love this video. Your transmission looks ready to go. The motor was the original. They don't make them like they did!

@kennethgianetti4590 2 месяца назад

Hell yes I would. Thanks for keeping it alive.

@andrewwilliams2353 2 месяца назад

Definitely keep it and use it regularly for as long as you can. I firmly believe that things were better made and designed in those days and this should serve you well.

@shaunarobinson4816 2 месяца назад

These old washing machines are fantastic. Wish i could get one. If i were you i would hold on to this washing machine it will last you the rest of your life. Thanks for a great video

@jeffporterfield4401 2 месяца назад

only thing i did all my laundry in all life is one of those......as long as it works will not use anything else.

@ShemZ664 2 месяца назад

Turn the bar that sits on top of the wringer until you hear a latching sound. If it is wobbly on top it released when something too large went through.

@stevegordon5243 2 месяца назад

Yes, keep it! You're lucky to have the model with the pump on it. I have 3 Maytag square tub wringer washers. One from the 40's that has the metal agitator like yours, one from the 50's that was my grandmother's and one from the 60's that I bought at an estate sale a couple years ago that looks almost like new. None of them have the pump but are still great washers that do a great job cleaning clothes

@toddschwabe8831 Месяц назад

I think these machines are the best. Todays appliances are junk. You will get years out of that machine. You should watch videos by Tim Kessler who also uses a Maytag. He actually spray painted his interior tub and it looks just like new. He also shows the exact paint he uses. I had to email him one time when I was having a issue with my wringer tension. He has a lot of knowledge with these washers. I know you were mentioning in your newest video about the tub having some corrosion. Just thought you might want to check him out. Keep up your great videos.

@Loadofwash Месяц назад

Thanks for the heads up! I had pinhole leaks in my center plate (under the agitator) and I used Tim’s aluminum spray paint to paint over the center plate and it did stop the leaks. Pinhole leaks are common in these machines. I wish I would have remembered to mention how I fixed that in this video. When I get time, I think I’m going to sand that corrosion out of the tub and maybe even polish up the rest of the tub and the agitator as well.

@dinahdensmore7646 Месяц назад

Where do you find the model no. I found the serial no. on mine, but no serial, no? I need to find an agitator

@Loadofwash Месяц назад

If your machine is like mine (an E2L), Cottage Craftworks makes just about every part for this washer. Here’s a link to their site: cottagecraftworks.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=maytag+wringer+washer

@dinahdensmore7646 Месяц назад

Thanks!