You’re one of the first I’ve seen on Y.T that used the machine correctly. Soaking dish towels in a bucket..thought I was the only one! 😂 Don’t forget to set the rollers apart when not in use!
I can't believe i just sat here and watched someone do their laundry for 7 minutes. I think i could listen to you talk about anything, you have such a soothing quality!
I bet that machine lasts another hundred years! You are so right about people not knowing their worth anymore these days. Too many folks are so hooked on their phones that there don’t look up anymore. Especially the kids. They all sit there hunched over staring at the tiny screen while it’s a beautiful day outside. They are all sick and have diabetes before there turn ten years old. I miss the days we grew up in
Thanks for posting this. I love the truthfulness of the commentary. Just shows how far backwards we can go with government regulation. They think they are saving water. However, when the modern washing machine basically just plays with the wash instead of working out all the dirt and grime you are wasting time, electricity and water whenever you have to run the same loads multiple times. Thanks again!!
My Granny used a Maytag like this one. She did her laundry out on the porch. Wonderful memories! So glad you are reviving the art of washing clothes in a wringer washer!
What a cool washer! I was born well past the age of machines like this, however I've always had a fascination for vintage home appliances. It's so intriguing how they work and in a world where technology is everywhere, it's nice to see a fully mechanical machine that still requires some human input!
That's so cool! I couldn't find anything like that that I could afford when I was shopping for a way to wash my laundry about a month ago. So I was my clothes in the back yard with a wash board, a scrub brush, and an old style hand Crank wringer. For as family of five, I do a load every day to keep it from taking all day. I actually really like it. My clothes get cleaner, and over found that since I started starting my day with actual hard work, my days are more productive. It's like I got the ball rolling and I just keep it going.
Believe it or not, the wash times Maytag recommended was 3 to 5 minutes for colors, 3 to 5 minutes for whites, 5 to 10 minutes for heavily soiled items like work clothes and such. Btw, see you have a harvest gold Maytag A806/ DE/DG808 in your profile picture :)
That's the way to do it! Nothing washes really dirty clothes cleaner than a manual washer. I still use a clothes-line to dry as often as I have the time to do it.
I was raised on a wringer washer and we also had a twin rinse tub. Then we would hang the clothes to line dry even in Utah winters. I thought it was cool when my Dad bought a Kenmore Washer and dryer and save the effort. Now 60 years later I want to go back to that way of doing clothes but can't because of where I live now.
When I was a child, watching my grandmother do the laundry in a wringer washer was fascinating. I so wanted to put the wash through the wringers but she wouldn't let me. I loved helping her hang the wash on the clotheslines. People could really wash the loads fast and save on water by reusing the same sudsy water like you did.
We're still using a 1986 Maytag washer that we got new. Its matching dryer finally died a couple of years ago. Having the machines in a closet in our house and not out in the garage has helped since we have damp weather in western Oregon.
Very cool! Love to hear stories like this. In the Mid 80's mom got a new Maytag set, probably the same as yours. Our family had them through 2005 or so. I moved out in 98 and got a used Maytag that was made in the early 90s, same model type just updated knob and buttons. It's still in my old apartment at the moment. I bought a new-to-me home and the 80 year old woman left me her washer and dryer. Maytag, same model as my moms in the 80's. I'll never get rid of them.
Absolute best way to wash clothes for many reasons! Only washer I knew to wash socks white-as-new. (Must have the right sink or tubs for draining, however.) New appliances are made for planned obsolescence. To cheat consumers. Old machines could be simply repaired to work for many decades.Thanks for this video! 🌞
Great video. Well spoken. I'm old enough to have at least seen a couple of these machines in my youth, so it makes me grateful to have my current machine that washes and dries a weeks worth of laundry overnight, using barely any water or electricity. Maybe sometime in my retirement, I could find enjoyment in going back to something like this, but I highly doubt it. Watch those fingers!
Fun to watch the wash process, especially with someone well experienced on one of those beautiful examples of American manufacturing, from many years ago. Gee, I thought my 1984 Maytag laundry set was old! I bought them new, never touched a screw on the washer since the day I connected it. The Maytag gas dryer finally needed a belt 3 yrs ago. Except for that, and regular cleanings, no other repairs so far. Maytag quality, before imported parts infiltrated our country. Thanks for sharing your classic Maytag. “…watch your fingers” my grandma used to say to me as I watched her use a Maytag similar to yours.
Fantastic video, and pro-level use of a Maytag Wringer!! I refurbed a 1953 Westinghouse LB-6 washer and D-6 Dryer (called "The Laundromat Twins" in the adverts back when new) in 1996, and they, along with a 1953 Philco Refrigerator and 1959 KitchenAid KD-12 (floor drain) dishwasher are still my only appliances.
I really enjoyed this video because I also love using vintage appliance and other vintage things. Most people are interested in buying the latest in technology and I am just not into that sort of thing. I just enjoy the simple things in life.
My mother and grandmother taught me how to do laundry when I was seven years old using a washer just like yours, we had a set of double-rinse tubs it was in use until the mid 70's, when the motor finally gave out.
As I recall we had all mechanical washing machines and dryers with special permanent press wash and wear dry cycles starting in 1963. No electronics or computers then. If you don't like bossy computer controls maybe it is time for some appliance manufacturer to make laundry equipment the old fashioned way or semi old fashioned way computer but no bossy
I've been thinking maybe I should come up with a business plan to manufacture such things. Designed to be easy to repair and could sell replacement parts and instruction manuals.
I totally agree with what you said about people nowadays not knowing how to do things. About a month ago, I asked my video gaming son to remove our old kitchen counters, put in temporary plywood counters, and put in some new drywall in a few places in our kitchen. He has helped a lot over the years with various handy man things but has never done much on his own. Since then he has mentioned three times what I said to him on that day, and I know he mentioned it because it was a source of pride for him because he did it completely by himself. What I said to him was "You're on your own, figure it out." And he did. And we were both proud of him.
Really? What about all that handling of the clothes.Lots of muscle work. Do ringer washer methods work with permanent press wash and wear drip dry modern clothes? Or do you have to iron afterwards. My family never did laundry the ringer washer was. None of the relatives or friends did either. I don't know of anybody using ringer washers. I have never encountered ringer washers either when visiting. The only place I have seen them with my own eyes is in museum.
Best video ever! I really like doing laundry for my family. I also enjoy hanging my clothes on a rotary clothesline and a regular long outdoor clothesline. I would love to have one of these, too. I've never seen one in action until your video. You have a wonderful soothing voice. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and posting this video.
My granny had a wringer machine. They burned up the motor. Sat there for 30 years, after the family bought a 1962 GM- Fridgidaire. I was given the Wringer, installed that motor, and it ran for 40 years, until 2023, when I loaned it to my nephew. I got the old Fridgidaire, and I still have that one.
O my gosh-- your fine video raises many good topics-- I don't know where to begin, could write a very long comment. Will just say way to go! You are right👍 congratulations on your good sense (which many people seem not to have). Modern washers-- expensive, stupid front loaders, leak, stink, mold, slow, on and on. Why do people do this?!! Give me an old washer any day. Thank you 🏆🙂👍
I have one. I love it. If it had a new power cord, I would spend the entire day doing my laundry and hanging it to dry if I could. I love my Maytag so much, that someday I hope to have the old girl repainted and the motor rebuilt. There's nothing like it
I'm halfway there. I recently began using an indoor hang/flat dry system using a simple floor fan and racks. I'm only using my dryer now for the air fluff cycle to loosen up my air-dried towels. My HE washer spins out the water very well. I wish I had ditched the clothes dryer years ago.
Our house was built in 1948, for Manhattan project workers. In the basement are theses two HUGE cast iron laundry basins, which we still use to some extent. And every house, when built, came with a clothes line just outside the back door. Most houses have upgrades to their facilities for laundry now, including removal of the clothes line, but many folks here still used them, in summers at least.
When I was a kid, I helped my grandmother wash clothes in this type of machine. We rinsed our clothes on a concrete style washboard. Sometimes we took clothes to the river and washed our clothes on large stones. I am grateful I grew up learning and enjoying to do things for myself.
Great idea for a video !! Thank you , I'm inspired to use mine more. I just bought a newer model and am less than impressed . It uses less water but a whole lot more electricity. Go figure. Have a blessed day . PS ... A treadle foot sewing machine is awesome to use as well. Very soothing for the soul .
I really enjoyed this video and so did my mom. She did the laundry with her mom when she was a kid in a machine a lot like this. Thanks for an interesting video!
I've always enjoyed the personal involvement of the old washing machines. I have a modern Hoover front load automatic which is fine if you don't want it done quickly. It leaves you free o go and do something else, but the old Hotpoint twin tub was an enjoyable experience. It was quick, did a great job and was fun to use. I bought an old 1970s one a few years back from ebay and after having a small repair job 2 weeks ago I did a wash with it last week. I did my bed sheets and pillow case, then a large bath towel and 5 hand towels. the whole lot were washed, rinsed, spun dried and out on the line in 35 minutes - clean and smelling great from the old Persil soap powder I used. A real blast from the past with a happy ending too
I can`t resist to post my reaction. Like you mention, a full load of laundry in a short time is no problem for these machines, as long as hot water is readily available. I would recommend to replace the soapy washing water in stead of reusing it. It makes a difference and it lifts the standard. They only reused the soapy water in dire need, because soap, hot water cost, and was sometimes a lot of work to replace. Use hot water for towels, bed linen, etc, maybe a bit of Oxyclean, and let it run /soak for 20-30 minutes for a thorough wash. It is ideal for these machines and it lifts any staining and dirt; maximum one hour soak in the main soapy washing water. These machines can require a bit of pretreating of stains, like an enzyme spray, but when you get to know them, they do the job as good as the new models. Best of luck with your old machine, it is still working !
That is in fact very efficient and was an effective way that people got through the Great Depression until 1937 when Bendix came out with the first front loader which was efficient though it had to be bolted to the floor so admittedly usually only comfortable people could afford them. They were full automatic. My mother had a Thor that was semi automatic which had a spin cycle but no timer and she basically did the laundry like you did by using the same wash water but separate rinse water and she let it spin for a long time so that the clothes didn’t need to stay on the line outside for a long time. An extractor is a good idea not only for better extraction but also considering tall of the children that were permanently injured from wringer washers back then as well as housewives who unsuspectingly got their hands caught in a piece of fabric. It sometimes happened to the best of them.
I wish they were still available. I loved to watch my mom wash the clothes. And we used to peg our clothes out to dry. Most items would need to be ironed. The other benefit is that they don’t have any electronics. I also would like to have a old time vehicle that you have to manually roll the windows up and down. The only thing that is electric is the alternator that produces the electricity.
One more thing. I have done laundry the modern way since before I left home in the early 1970's. Dance washing machine and dryers with special cycles. Wash permanent press and dry with special cycles then hang clothes up as soon as dryers done. No ironing.Also no computers for a long time at least 1960's1970's1980'' at keast
I have that exact model of washer. I prefer that machine over the high end Maytag that my son has. First, you can decide on how much water you want in the machine, the fancy Maytag doesn't have that option. Second, you can decide how much time you want the clothes to wash, not the time the fancy machine decides. Third, the clothes don't seem to get as tangled as in the fancy machine, where washing pants turns into a knot nightmare. Fourth, I don't have to have a degree in laundry to decide what setting you should have to wash the clothes, the wringer washer only has one speed. Fifth, soaking clothes is easy in a wringer, you decide by the look of the clothes when they are done soaking, not a timer on the fancy machine. Sixth, the wringer washer does not have electronics, so no expensive computer chip failure, like locking the lid so you can't get to your wet clothes. So, on that note, my pump gave out, but I can still use the machine, I just use gravity feed to empty it. Yes, I did get an extractor which does take a lot more water out, to where I can iron the clothes right out of the extractor, if I need to. You can hang clothes on an inside dryer and they will usually be dry the next day, but nothing beats the smell of clothes that have dried outside.
Maytag is awesome. Or should I say. WAS. We had them. Solid as Sears when Sears was quality. Other vintage appliances worked better, too. I may do this next home I am in😊 you are inspiring.
Nice video! I occasionally helped my mom use one of these machines when I was a kid in the late 70s and early 80s. 6 kids worth of laundry in a jiff. The wringer doesn't pinch your fingers too bad. I think we ran the clothes through the wringer more than once before hanging them out to dry on the clothesline on the farm. My mom thought she was living the life of Little House on the Prairie or something, although I don't think Laura Ingalls Wilder had one of these things until her old age. As to the longevity of the machines, in 80 years just think of having to haul away 10 modern washing machines off to the landfill in that same time period when the 80 year old machine is still working great. I recently bought a Speed Queen because our last set lasted 15 years before I overhauled them to give to my son...but they are honestly on their last legs despite my repairs. Most other brands you are lucky to get 8 years out of one before it becomes too expensive to repair and then you're better off buying a new one if you can't figure out how to repair it yourself. Heck, the manufacturers stop making parts for your model after only 8 years, making it even harder because you have to search ebay for months to find somebody selling new-old stock repair parts for a decent price.
The closest experience I have had to using one of these was a twin tub washer. Basically the same thing, just with a spin dryer instead of the wringer. I do say they get clothes clean quite efficiently too.
I agree that simple is sometimes better! I use a very compact top loading tumble washer as well as a spin extractor. I set aside at least one day to wash clothes; Darks, lights, towels, bath rugs, bed linens. Warm and cool wash (not tap cold, I want those clothes to come out clean and for the detergent to be effective in its cleaning). Dark detergent for Darks, my other detergents for cottons, linens and towels, wool & cashmere shampoo for those woolen and cashmere. Cleaning products from The Laundress. Why? Because I spent good money on my clothing, I not only want it clean, I want it to last, to feel good. All clothing, including socks, are hung on drying racks; only towels go into a dryer because I hate the scratchy feeling of line dry towels.
Modern washing machines are garbage. I like old ones because they USE A LOT OF WATER, and AGITATE like a boss. Wherever you got this it was a home run. Great video.
The thing that gets me is the difference between 10 and 20 gallons of water is really tiny if you're only washing once a week. And it does get the clothing a lot cleaner.
That machine will outlast anything made nowadays. Planned Obsolescence sucks. You have a soothing voice. You should try doing some type of voice work like audio books.
Nice Maytag Wringer square tup. The only thing is your pressure knob up top needs to be engaged . Turn it to point towards you. Then you will get a more efficient wringing. For delicates or button shirts leave as is. Happy Washing .🌀👋🏽
@@Loadofwash No pun on you. I'm not sure if I'm saying this right. But first let me say that your video is very Nice . Washy . The @rt of washing with textiles has been lost in America. Not All. As your video brings laundering fun and hands on as well as getting your loads together with like colors and fabric types. And efficient for sure on water and soap. I'm and appliance enthusiast . Since I was a very young and my aunt said holding me in her arms I would be mesmerized by the water action of agitators. Which yours is very unique in color stainless aluminum it seems. The famous skinny pole piece with those 4 lines that Leeds to those patented massive dipped in VANES starting from the inner bottom and that line moves up med high Creating a semi long tipped L pointed up shape Fin vane . There first patented GYRO*FIN™ 4 . MASSIVE TIPPED UP FINS . Which makes the water CURL HARD at the edges of the SQUARE TUB models. As well as round tub models. There where in a bakelite black color ...and a red one ...and the plastic baby blue. Last production I heard a Tan one was presented. That agitator as thin as the column is those VANES CAN MOVE WATER LEFT AND RIGHT AND with GOOD ROLLOVER ! with the right water level and NO OVER FILLING. That agitator was in my grandmothers one cycle Matag. Looked small in a withe porcelain basket. Lol. But it it was a staple in the house for over 18 yrs. Then went with a classic Wig Wag 3 cycle Kenmore. Then the round tubs had them also. I owned one Maytag Square tub that had the crests fully placed in silver M A Y T A G . Letters you could see and feel. Then they started printing the name . Those models where produced still in 1982 -84. before the complete stop of that series production. The Amish where fans of that model especially converting them to gas powered engine So my question to you is the top of the wringer there's a to tipped long knob up top. I was saying when you turn the knob at the ends that should swing half the turn pointed to you . And that's in full pressure mode for wringing regular cottons towels jeans t shirts and socks . Much drier then it not engaged. Is what I was saying. So I'm not sure if where on the same place..feel me..? But I LoooVe that you hang out clothes. Your white line looks so Nice . And they smell like heaven on earth . Especially sheets . We did not use the dryer much in the summer. Except for socks and underwear. Sometimes maybe a couple. There's to many to hang . Lol So stiff towels.. jeans ..socks.. even using fabric softener for outside . Still might have a roughness to the garments . So I transfer them to the dryer on a med to low heat for 10 mins. And bamm there just as soft and feels perfect. The same with the others I mentioned. That's the only time we use timed dry . And for De Wrinkling t shirts.. polo shirts..jeans.or whatever. It is good for that. Or something is not dry enough. Automatic dry is the best . For full efficient drying. But I think THAT THE Whole country would benefit from hanging clothes out . And not make it horrible because one hangs clothes in the city . Or making it a low class way of drying goods. I hope to see better lines and poles and nicer looking drying lines . By manufacturers . Saves in dryer Wear... Clothes wear... and efficient on savings gas or electric. Well I collected washers and still have a full interest in and how machines change and see the latest in wash technology. Some for better or worse. I like all machines excellent to the worst. Please check out my machines on TH-cam under Paykelboy. If you like. Thanks for listening and reading. Perhaps. H@ppy W@shing 🌀💦
@@Loadofwash Hello no response... That is disappointing. Anyway I just want to say that the wringer was not CLAMPED DOWN for pressured wringing. I see a lot of Maytag owners by pass the essential method of pressure wringing . And this is on GE ..SPEED QUEENS .. KENMORE ..wringers . There's are knobs for setting pressure. It's hard to find manuals for these late machines. But Automatic Washer should help. A great site as well . Peace. 👋🏽🍃
We used to have a Westinghouse top loader with suds saver function. It saved heaps of water and time. Why this feature is no longer available on top loaders I don’t understand.
You'll need a laundry sink adjacent to the washer to hold the saved wash water during the rinse cycle. I don't know of any new washer with recirculating pumps for lint removal, another great idea that used to be universal.
I know electric dryers are so convenient but they will never compare to hung out clothes that dried in the outside air, especially sheets. It's kinda pitiful not even any country folk I know hang their clothes out anymore. But when I get my own little spot of land that's exactly what I'm going to do.
My father was skeptical when I said I wanted a clothesline in the backyard . We live in a suburban community of perfectly manicured lawns so he was worried it wasn’t allowed . But we don’t have an HOA and our state outlawed prohibiting clotheslines . I’ll often hold onto laundry so I can hang it all out on a nice day .
You mentioned that you had refurbished your wringer washer yourself , where did you find the parts if you don't mind please. I need a gasket for mine . Thank you again.
I have a spin dryer, I sometimes re spin a load that's had a 1400 spin in the Bosch automatic, just to get more water out before I will sometimes use the drier, this gets the job done and concentrate on folding up and putting away, my spin dryer is always on hand, yes 2800 revs on the spin dryer 😊
I think I actually saw a machine like that once many years ago. I think it was in the backyard of an abandoned house. It had leaves on it. I opened the lid and it looked exactly the same as yours. If I remember right the wringer had cracks all over the rollers due to age and exposure to the elements. Ironically around 2006 in Overton Texas I actually saw a new washer that was round and had a wringer and a lid you lifted off in an appliance store. The salesman said it was made in Mexico and that yes, some people actually preferred machines like those.
This is amazing! Do you know how to fix them too? I rescued one from a neighbor and loved using it but had to stop because it started leaking oil. Someone suggested that maybe the parts are rubber and need to be replaced but I don't know where to find anything like that. Could you please tell me any advice you have? or where to find these parts. It's going to be our only washer soon as we move into an older home. Thank you!
Washing in the same wash water? That's like getting in the same bath water after your brother got out of the tub.. But do you? I personally like the black & Decker. 0.9 cubic ft Washer. works perfect
@@quoththeraven7 Actually, in terms of wash water, it’s just like washing everything together in the big drum washer at the laundromat. The only difference is a separated the colors. Also, just a few years ago, this was THE way laundry was done for many decades. Many would say that the techniques used during this era yielded much better results than the way we do laundry today. So far, I’m truly impressed with doing laundry like this. 😎
We're not outsourcing our skills to machines, we're outsourcing them to the people who sell those machines... A VERY important difference! We've traded the time to perform these skills, for the labor required to pay for a product that will replace those skills. It's a factory farm for primates that grow green paper.
I wish I had one of the vintage washers...just bought a new washer this week and had to watch a utube video AND call customer support just to figure out how to operate it !.. and the one I bought was not as complicated as most... Ridculous
@@vernabryant2894 Someone left a comment like this on another page I was following. I responded, “I see these washers all the time on offer up.” They said that they never can seem to find one. So I went online and I found a list of them (on Offer up). The first one on the list was a few miles away from here, and for just $50. so I went to go see it. The machine didn’t look as nice as I hoped it would, so I thanked the man for his time and declined the offer to buy it.. The man’s wife was standing there. She pulled him to the side and had a small talk with him. He came back and offered the washer to me for free. That’s how I wound up with the one that you see here.
As a kid helping my mom, I got my hand caught in the rollers. Instead loosening the tension on the rollers my mom just put it in reverse lol. Never caught my hand in there again though.
Good concept though I wouldn't reuse the soapy water. I'm the crazy one that always does a double rinse cycle as I do not care for soap residue. I rather do smaller loads and use clean water. Also, washing powder or liquid is better than the pods that create microplastoc residue in the water system. Some of us just clean differently... as long as it does the job and you feel comfortably with it, then it's all cool...
You’re one of the first I’ve seen on Y.T that used the machine correctly.
Soaking dish towels in a bucket..thought I was the only one! 😂
Don’t forget to set the rollers apart when not in use!
I can't believe i just sat here and watched someone do their laundry for 7 minutes. I think i could listen to you talk about anything, you have such a soothing quality!
It's very well edited too.
Just did exactly the same, for the same reason. Same kind of magic as Mister Rogers ... thank you
@@betsy5231 that's a good way to put it
It’s true. They were the best. We had Maytag’s from the late 1960s early 1970s growing up. Just had em fixed for little issues and they kept on going.
Yes ,he has a hypnotic calming voice.😊
I bet that machine lasts another hundred years! You are so right about people not knowing their worth anymore these days. Too many folks are so hooked on their phones that there don’t look up anymore. Especially the kids. They all sit there hunched over staring at the tiny screen while it’s a beautiful day outside. They are all sick and have diabetes before there turn ten years old. I miss the days we grew up in
These machines have really stood the test of time, can you imagine the machines they sell today lasting anything like this long?
Thanks for posting this. I love the truthfulness of the commentary.
Just shows how far backwards we can go with government regulation. They think they are saving water. However, when the modern washing machine basically just plays with the wash instead of working out all the dirt and grime you are wasting time, electricity and water whenever you have to run the same loads multiple times.
Thanks again!!
Same with toilets. I flush mine 10,15 times.
My Granny used a Maytag like this one. She did her laundry out on the porch. Wonderful memories! So glad you are reviving the art of washing clothes in a wringer washer!
What a cool washer! I was born well past the age of machines like this, however I've always had a fascination for vintage home appliances. It's so intriguing how they work and in a world where technology is everywhere, it's nice to see a fully mechanical machine that still requires some human input!
That's so cool!
I couldn't find anything like that that I could afford when I was shopping for a way to wash my laundry about a month ago. So I was my clothes in the back yard with a wash board, a scrub brush, and an old style hand Crank wringer. For as family of five, I do a load every day to keep it from taking all day.
I actually really like it. My clothes get cleaner, and over found that since I started starting my day with actual hard work, my days are more productive. It's like I got the ball rolling and I just keep it going.
Believe it or not, the wash times Maytag recommended was 3 to 5 minutes for colors, 3 to 5 minutes for whites, 5 to 10 minutes for heavily soiled items like work clothes and such. Btw, see you have a harvest gold Maytag A806/ DE/DG808 in your profile picture :)
Back then the washing powder had phosphate in it so it cleaned better in a shorter amount of time.
That's the way to do it! Nothing washes really dirty clothes cleaner than a manual washer. I still use a clothes-line to dry as often as I have the time to do it.
Nice relaxing video with a gentle voiced delivery that's very enjoyable to listen to. Keep it up Sir !
Your voice is so calm and soothing. Great video - now I want one of those washers =)
I was raised on a wringer washer and we also had a twin rinse tub. Then we would hang the clothes to line dry even in Utah winters. I thought it was cool when my Dad bought a Kenmore Washer and dryer and save the effort. Now 60 years later I want to go back to that way of doing clothes but can't because of where I live now.
Damn! U really maxed out that batch of wash water! The best setup for off gridders!
When I was a child, watching my grandmother do the laundry in a wringer washer was fascinating. I so wanted to put the wash through the wringers but she wouldn't let me. I loved helping her hang the wash on the clotheslines.
People could really wash the loads fast and save on water by reusing the same sudsy water like you did.
We're still using a 1986 Maytag washer that we got new. Its matching dryer finally died a couple of years ago. Having the machines in a closet in our house and not out in the garage has helped since we have damp weather in western Oregon.
Very cool! Love to hear stories like this. In the Mid 80's mom got a new Maytag set, probably the same as yours. Our family had them through 2005 or so. I moved out in 98 and got a used Maytag that was made in the early 90s, same model type just updated knob and buttons. It's still in my old apartment at the moment. I bought a new-to-me home and the 80 year old woman left me her washer and dryer. Maytag, same model as my moms in the 80's. I'll never get rid of them.
Absolute best way to wash clothes for many reasons! Only washer I knew to wash socks white-as-new. (Must have the right sink or tubs for draining, however.) New appliances are made for planned obsolescence. To cheat consumers. Old machines could be simply repaired to work for many decades.Thanks for this video! 🌞
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! These older Maytags are awesome!
Love it. A sense of worth and accomplishment. Better than a front loader. Great voice too. Very relaxing.
You're right. The true HE washer, and it actually washes! ❤
Great video. Well spoken. I'm old enough to have at least seen a couple of these machines in my youth, so it makes me grateful to have my current machine that washes and dries a weeks worth of laundry overnight, using barely any water or electricity. Maybe sometime in my retirement, I could find enjoyment in going back to something like this, but I highly doubt it. Watch those fingers!
Fun to watch the wash process, especially with someone well experienced on one of those beautiful examples of American manufacturing, from many years ago. Gee, I thought my 1984 Maytag laundry set was old! I bought them new, never touched a screw on the washer since the day I connected it. The Maytag gas dryer finally needed a belt 3 yrs ago. Except for that, and regular cleanings, no other repairs so far. Maytag quality, before imported parts infiltrated our country. Thanks for sharing your classic Maytag. “…watch your fingers” my grandma used to say to me as I watched her use a Maytag similar to yours.
Fantastic video, and pro-level use of a Maytag Wringer!!
I refurbed a 1953 Westinghouse LB-6 washer and D-6 Dryer (called "The Laundromat Twins" in the adverts back when new) in 1996, and they, along with a 1953 Philco Refrigerator and 1959 KitchenAid KD-12 (floor drain) dishwasher are still my only appliances.
I really enjoyed this video because I also love using vintage appliance and other vintage things. Most people are interested in buying the latest in technology and I am just not into that sort of thing. I just enjoy the simple things in life.
My mother and grandmother taught me how to do laundry when I was seven years old using a washer just like yours, we had a set of double-rinse tubs it was in use until the mid 70's, when the motor finally gave out.
My boyfriend and I just fixed my top load washer so that I could avoid a bossy expensive computerized machine. Love the vid 😊
As I recall we had all mechanical washing machines and dryers with special permanent press wash and wear dry cycles starting in 1963. No electronics or computers then. If you don't like bossy computer controls maybe it is time for some appliance manufacturer to make laundry equipment the old fashioned way or semi old fashioned way computer but no bossy
I've been thinking maybe I should come up with a business plan to manufacture such things. Designed to be easy to repair and could sell replacement parts and instruction manuals.
Maytag made machines like this up until 1983!
I totally agree with what you said about people nowadays not knowing how to do things. About a month ago, I asked my video gaming son to remove our old kitchen counters, put in temporary plywood counters, and put in some new drywall in a few places in our kitchen. He has helped a lot over the years with various handy man things but has never done much on his own. Since then he has mentioned three times what I said to him on that day, and I know he mentioned it because it was a source of pride for him because he did it completely by himself. What I said to him was "You're on your own, figure it out." And he did. And we were both proud of him.
You are absolutely correct!! Wringers and old top load washers are the best there are.
Really? What about all that handling of the clothes.Lots of muscle work. Do ringer washer methods work with permanent press wash and wear drip dry modern clothes? Or do you have to iron afterwards. My family never did laundry the ringer washer was. None of the relatives or friends did either. I don't know of anybody using ringer washers. I have never encountered ringer washers either when visiting. The only place I have seen them with my own eyes is in museum.
Loved our wringer washer. We used it outside, fill with a hose right by the clothes line. We used the rinse water to wash the next load.
Been wanting one for 20 years now!
What's the delay? You won't be able find a Maytag wringer washer soon.
Both of my Grandpas help build that machine.
In Newton!!!!!
Best video ever! I really like doing laundry for my family. I also enjoy hanging my clothes on a rotary clothesline and a regular long outdoor clothesline. I would love to have one of these, too. I've never seen one in action until your video. You have a wonderful soothing voice. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and posting this video.
I’ve never seen one of these before….Neat demonstration thanks!
My granny had a wringer machine. They burned up the motor. Sat there for 30 years, after the family bought a 1962 GM-
Fridgidaire. I was given the Wringer, installed that motor, and it ran for 40 years, until 2023, when I loaned it to my nephew. I got the old Fridgidaire, and I still have that one.
O my gosh-- your fine video raises many good topics-- I don't know where to begin, could write a very long comment. Will just say way to go! You are right👍 congratulations on your good sense (which many people seem not to have). Modern washers-- expensive, stupid front loaders, leak, stink, mold, slow, on and on. Why do people do this?!! Give me an old washer any day. Thank you 🏆🙂👍
Thank you!
This was an awesome video thanks and I agree with everyone else he used the machine properly then watching him hang his clothes afterwards. Nice man
I have one. I love it. If it had a new power cord, I would spend the entire day doing my laundry and hanging it to dry if I could. I love my Maytag so much, that someday I hope to have the old girl repainted and the motor rebuilt. There's nothing like it
I have been wanting one of those for years! I believe they clean better!! We have a dry, arid climate where I live & I prefer to line dry anyway.
LOVE these old machines! I want one someday!
You will love it
I'm halfway there. I recently began using an indoor hang/flat dry system using a simple floor fan and racks. I'm only using my dryer now for the air fluff cycle to loosen up my air-dried towels. My HE washer spins out the water very well. I wish I had ditched the clothes dryer years ago.
Our house was built in 1948, for Manhattan project workers. In the basement are theses two HUGE cast iron laundry basins, which we still use to some extent. And every house, when built, came with a clothes line just outside the back door. Most houses have upgrades to their facilities for laundry now, including removal of the clothes line, but many folks here still used them, in summers at least.
I have seen two of these a week ago! I knew one machine that ran for generations!!
I've had a maytag wringer for 39 years. Still in good condition. They are excellent machines. Like you said...simple and they do a good job.
Wow I sure would love to have one now. Today’s washers are JUNK!!!!
When I was a kid, I helped my grandmother wash clothes in this type of machine. We rinsed our clothes on a concrete style washboard. Sometimes we took clothes to the river and washed our clothes on large stones. I am grateful I grew up learning and enjoying to do things for myself.
Great idea for a video !! Thank you , I'm inspired to use mine more. I just bought a newer model and am less than impressed . It uses less water but a whole lot more electricity. Go figure. Have a blessed day . PS ... A treadle foot sewing machine is awesome to use as well. Very soothing for the soul .
I really enjoyed this video and so did my mom.
She did the laundry with her mom when she was a kid in a machine a lot like this.
Thanks for an interesting video!
When you got to the wringer… Wow!!! I’ve never seen a wringer in action before!
You have a very soothing voice… like Mr. Rogers
I've always enjoyed the personal involvement of the old washing machines. I have a modern Hoover front load automatic which is fine if you don't want it done quickly. It leaves you free o go and do something else, but the old Hotpoint twin tub was an enjoyable experience. It was quick, did a great job and was fun to use. I bought an old 1970s one a few years back from ebay and after having a small repair job 2 weeks ago I did a wash with it last week. I did my bed sheets and pillow case, then a large bath towel and 5 hand towels. the whole lot were washed, rinsed, spun dried and out on the line in 35 minutes - clean and smelling great from the old Persil soap powder I used. A real blast from the past with a happy ending too
I helped my mom do our laundry with a wringer washer back in the early 1960s. It was fun. 😊
I can`t resist to post my reaction. Like you mention, a full load of laundry in a short time is no problem for these machines, as long as hot water is readily available. I would recommend to replace the soapy washing water in stead of reusing it. It makes a difference and it lifts the standard. They only reused the soapy water in dire need, because soap, hot water cost, and was sometimes a lot of work to replace. Use hot water for towels, bed linen, etc, maybe a bit of Oxyclean, and let it run /soak for 20-30 minutes for a thorough wash. It is ideal for these machines and it lifts any staining and dirt; maximum one hour soak in the main soapy washing water. These machines can require a bit of pretreating of stains, like an enzyme spray, but when you get to know them, they do the job as good as the new models.
Best of luck with your old machine, it is still working !
That is in fact very efficient and was an effective way that people got through the Great Depression until 1937 when Bendix came out with the first front loader which was efficient though it had to be bolted to the floor so admittedly usually only comfortable people could afford them. They were full automatic. My mother had a Thor that was semi automatic which had a spin cycle but no timer and she basically did the laundry like you did by using the same wash water but separate rinse water and she let it spin for a long time so that the clothes didn’t need to stay on the line outside for a long time. An extractor is a good idea not only for better extraction but also considering tall of the children that were permanently injured from wringer washers back then as well as housewives who unsuspectingly got their hands caught in a piece of fabric. It sometimes happened to the best of them.
I love these old Maytag wringer washers . I am looking for a good used one now .
@@Butchy-t6u Try Craigslist or Offer Up. That’s how I got this one.
I wish there were still made. I love doing laundry in it.
I like this video, pretty nice machine,
Yes, I know what you mean. They should keep electronics out of home appliances. The failure rate is high, and the boards are expensive to replace.
This was brilliant. My mum had a Hotpoint Countess.❤
I wish they were still available. I loved to watch my mom wash the clothes. And we used to peg our clothes out to dry. Most items would need to be ironed.
The other benefit is that they don’t have any electronics. I also would like to have a old time vehicle that you have to manually roll the windows up and down. The only thing that is electric is the alternator that produces the electricity.
I hate to burst your bubble. But we can't build all mechanical cars. Need electronic and computers for the pollution controls and abs TCS.
One more thing. I have done laundry the modern way since before I left home in the early 1970's. Dance washing machine and dryers with special cycles. Wash permanent press and dry with special cycles then hang clothes up as soon as dryers done. No ironing.Also no computers for a long time at least 1960's1970's1980'' at keast
I have that exact model of washer. I prefer that machine over the high end Maytag that my son has. First, you can decide on how much water you want in the machine, the fancy Maytag doesn't have that option. Second, you can decide how much time you want the clothes to wash, not the time the fancy machine decides. Third, the clothes don't seem to get as tangled as in the fancy machine, where washing pants turns into a knot nightmare. Fourth, I don't have to have a degree in laundry to decide what setting you should have to wash the clothes, the wringer washer only has one speed. Fifth, soaking clothes is easy in a wringer, you decide by the look of the clothes when they are done soaking, not a timer on the fancy machine. Sixth, the wringer washer does not have electronics, so no expensive computer chip failure, like locking the lid so you can't get to your wet clothes.
So, on that note, my pump gave out, but I can still use the machine, I just use gravity feed to empty it. Yes, I did get an extractor which does take a lot more water out, to where I can iron the clothes right out of the extractor, if I need to. You can hang clothes on an inside dryer and they will usually be dry the next day, but nothing beats the smell of clothes that have dried outside.
Maytag is awesome. Or should I say. WAS. We had them. Solid as Sears when Sears was quality. Other vintage appliances worked better, too. I may do this next home I am in😊 you are inspiring.
Nice video! I occasionally helped my mom use one of these machines when I was a kid in the late 70s and early 80s. 6 kids worth of laundry in a jiff. The wringer doesn't pinch your fingers too bad. I think we ran the clothes through the wringer more than once before hanging them out to dry on the clothesline on the farm. My mom thought she was living the life of Little House on the Prairie or something, although I don't think Laura Ingalls Wilder had one of these things until her old age. As to the longevity of the machines, in 80 years just think of having to haul away 10 modern washing machines off to the landfill in that same time period when the 80 year old machine is still working great. I recently bought a Speed Queen because our last set lasted 15 years before I overhauled them to give to my son...but they are honestly on their last legs despite my repairs. Most other brands you are lucky to get 8 years out of one before it becomes too expensive to repair and then you're better off buying a new one if you can't figure out how to repair it yourself. Heck, the manufacturers stop making parts for your model after only 8 years, making it even harder because you have to search ebay for months to find somebody selling new-old stock repair parts for a decent price.
The closest experience I have had to using one of these was a twin tub washer. Basically the same thing, just with a spin dryer instead of the wringer. I do say they get clothes clean quite efficiently too.
I just found one of the same model today on the curb. It still works .
Why I'm watching this lol
I agree that simple is sometimes better!
I use a very compact top loading tumble washer as well as a spin extractor. I set aside at least one day to wash clothes; Darks, lights, towels, bath rugs, bed linens. Warm and cool wash (not tap cold, I want those clothes to come out clean and for the detergent to be effective in its cleaning). Dark detergent for Darks, my other detergents for cottons, linens and towels, wool & cashmere shampoo for those woolen and cashmere. Cleaning products from The Laundress. Why? Because I spent good money on my clothing, I not only want it clean, I want it to last, to feel good. All clothing, including socks, are hung on drying racks; only towels go into a dryer because I hate the scratchy feeling of line dry towels.
Modern washing machines are garbage. I like old ones because they USE A LOT OF WATER, and AGITATE like a boss. Wherever you got this it was a home run. Great video.
The thing that gets me is the difference between 10 and 20 gallons of water is really tiny if you're only washing once a week.
And it does get the clothing a lot cleaner.
A child in 1960's I was in awe of our wringer, sad day when we got an automatic.
@@tertommy I think the automatics that came after the wringer washer were pretty nice too (compared to a lot of washer I see in the stores today).
That machine will outlast anything made nowadays. Planned Obsolescence sucks.
You have a soothing voice. You should try doing some type of voice work like audio books.
Nice Maytag Wringer square tup.
The only thing is your pressure knob up top needs to be engaged .
Turn it to point towards you.
Then you will get a more efficient wringing.
For delicates or button shirts leave as is.
Happy Washing .🌀👋🏽
Thank you kindly, but the wringer cap is clamped down.
@@Loadofwash
No pun on you.
I'm not sure if I'm saying this right.
But first let me say that your video is very Nice .
Washy .
The @rt of washing with textiles has been lost in America.
Not All. As your video brings laundering fun and hands on as well as getting your loads together with like colors and fabric types. And efficient for sure on water and soap. I'm and appliance enthusiast .
Since I was a very young and my aunt said holding me in her arms I would be mesmerized by the water action of agitators. Which yours is very unique in color stainless aluminum it seems.
The famous skinny pole piece with those 4 lines that Leeds to those patented massive dipped in VANES starting from the inner bottom and that line moves up med high
Creating a semi long tipped L pointed up shape Fin vane .
There first patented GYRO*FIN™ 4 . MASSIVE TIPPED UP FINS .
Which makes the water CURL HARD at the edges of the SQUARE TUB models.
As well as round tub models.
There where in a bakelite black color ...and
a red one ...and the plastic baby blue.
Last production
I heard a Tan one was presented.
That agitator as thin as the column is those VANES CAN MOVE WATER LEFT AND RIGHT AND with GOOD ROLLOVER ! with the right water level and NO OVER FILLING. That agitator was in my grandmothers one cycle Matag.
Looked small in a withe porcelain basket.
Lol. But it it was a staple in the house for over 18 yrs. Then went with a classic Wig Wag 3 cycle Kenmore.
Then the round tubs had them also.
I owned one Maytag Square tub that had the crests fully placed in silver
M A Y T A G . Letters you could see and feel.
Then they started printing the name .
Those models where produced still in
1982 -84. before the complete stop of that series production. The Amish where fans of that model especially converting them to gas powered engine
So my question to you is the top of the wringer there's a to tipped long knob up top. I was saying when you turn the knob at the ends that should swing half the turn pointed to you . And that's in full pressure mode for wringing regular cottons towels jeans t shirts and socks . Much drier then it not engaged. Is what I was saying.
So I'm not sure if where on the same place..feel me..?
But I LoooVe that you hang out clothes.
Your white line looks so Nice .
And they smell like heaven on earth .
Especially sheets . We did not use the dryer much in the summer.
Except for socks and underwear.
Sometimes maybe a couple.
There's to many to hang . Lol
So stiff towels.. jeans ..socks..
even using fabric softener for outside .
Still might have a roughness to the garments . So I transfer them to the dryer on a med to low heat for 10 mins.
And bamm there just as soft and feels perfect. The same with the others I mentioned. That's the only time we use timed dry .
And for De Wrinkling t shirts.. polo shirts..jeans.or whatever.
It is good for that. Or something is not dry enough. Automatic dry is the best .
For full efficient drying. But I think THAT THE Whole country would benefit from hanging clothes out . And not make it horrible because one hangs clothes in the city . Or making it a low class way of drying goods. I hope to see better lines and poles and nicer looking drying lines .
By manufacturers . Saves in dryer Wear...
Clothes wear... and efficient on savings gas or electric. Well I collected washers and still have a full interest in and how machines change and see the latest in wash technology. Some for better or worse. I like all machines excellent to the worst. Please check out my machines on TH-cam under Paykelboy. If you like.
Thanks for listening and reading.
Perhaps.
H@ppy W@shing 🌀💦
@@Loadofwash
Hello no response...
That is disappointing.
Anyway I just want to say that the wringer was not CLAMPED DOWN for pressured wringing.
I see a lot of Maytag owners by pass the essential method of pressure wringing .
And this is on GE ..SPEED QUEENS .. KENMORE ..wringers .
There's are knobs for setting pressure.
It's hard to find manuals for these late machines. But Automatic Washer should help. A great site as well .
Peace. 👋🏽🍃
You gotta do a full restoration of that tank! Fresh paint and you’re golden
@@RobertSmith-gn2he Right! This machine has definitely earned it’s stripes. It deserves that!
Love this you are smart frugal man. My wife in Philippines would love this machine thanks
We adore old school stuff..
I absolutely agree with everything you said.
I feel cleaner having watched this
I believe the water extraction of a ringer is equivalent to 250rpm in a washing machine, modern-day machines spin around 1200rpm
We used to have a Westinghouse top loader with suds saver function. It saved heaps of water and time. Why this feature is no longer available on top loaders I don’t understand.
You'll need a laundry sink adjacent to the washer to hold the saved wash water during the rinse cycle.
I don't know of any new washer with recirculating pumps for lint removal, another great idea that used to be universal.
My grandmother used hers until 07-08. the reason why was they had to haul their water since they didn't have rural water.
If you want more water out.Just put them through the wringer few more times
Yes! That does help.
I wish they still make this. Trust I would buy it.
@@NovaSevenOneEight You can still find them used online for little of nothing. Many times they’re in great shape too.
I know electric dryers are so convenient but they will never compare to hung out clothes that dried in the outside air, especially sheets. It's kinda pitiful not even any country folk I know hang their clothes out anymore.
But when I get my own little spot of land that's exactly what I'm going to do.
My father was skeptical when I said I wanted a clothesline in the backyard . We live in a suburban community of perfectly manicured lawns so he was worried it wasn’t allowed . But we don’t have an HOA and our state outlawed prohibiting clotheslines .
I’ll often hold onto laundry so I can hang it all out on a nice day .
@@catherinesanchez1185 Very nice! See you know the deal. I knew you were out there. 🤣
I grew up using one just like this. Mom Didn't have an automatic washer till I was 12
You mentioned that you had refurbished your wringer washer yourself , where did you find the parts if you don't mind please. I need a gasket for mine . Thank you again.
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@@Loadofwash thank you and be blessed
I have a spin dryer, I sometimes re spin a load that's had a 1400 spin in the Bosch automatic, just to get more water out before I will sometimes use the drier, this gets the job done and concentrate on folding up and putting away, my spin dryer is always on hand, yes 2800 revs on the spin dryer 😊
These washers are incredible technology for their time. If the rinse 💧 is not too dirty, my Nana would use it for washing. They really save water.
I think I actually saw a machine like that once many years ago. I think it was in the backyard of an abandoned house. It had leaves on it. I opened the lid and it looked exactly the same as yours. If I remember right the wringer had cracks all over the rollers due to age and exposure to the elements.
Ironically around 2006 in Overton Texas I actually saw a new washer that was round and had a wringer and a lid you lifted off in an appliance store. The salesman said it was made in Mexico and that yes, some people actually preferred machines like those.
They’re simple do they require littke for repairs but also don’t use much electricity if that’s an issue .
This is amazing! Do you know how to fix them too? I rescued one from a neighbor and loved using it but had to stop because it started leaking oil. Someone suggested that maybe the parts are rubber and need to be replaced but I don't know where to find anything like that. Could you please tell me any advice you have? or where to find these parts. It's going to be our only washer soon as we move into an older home. Thank you!
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Washing in the same wash water? That's like getting in the same bath water after your brother got out of the tub.. But do you? I personally like the black & Decker. 0.9 cubic ft Washer. works perfect
@@quoththeraven7 Actually, in terms of wash water, it’s just like washing everything together in the big drum washer at the laundromat. The only difference is a separated the colors. Also, just a few years ago, this was THE way laundry was done for many decades. Many would say that the techniques used during this era yielded much better results than the way we do laundry today. So far, I’m truly impressed with doing laundry like this. 😎
We're not outsourcing our skills to machines, we're outsourcing them to the people who sell those machines... A VERY important difference!
We've traded the time to perform these skills, for the labor required to pay for a product that will replace those skills. It's a factory farm for primates that grow green paper.
I wish I had one of the vintage washers...just bought a new washer this week and had to watch a utube video AND call customer support just to figure out how to operate it !.. and the one I bought was not as complicated as most...
Ridculous
Looks familiar. I think my aunt has that same one in her basment still sitting there
Been doen there for at least 20 years
I would like to buy one but can't find a wringer washing machine
@@vernabryant2894 Someone left a comment like this on another page I was following. I responded, “I see these washers all the time on offer up.” They said that they never can seem to find one. So I went online and I found a list of them (on Offer up). The first one on the list was a few miles away from here, and for just $50. so I went to go see it. The machine didn’t look as nice as I hoped it would, so I thanked the man for his time and declined the offer to buy it.. The man’s wife was standing there. She pulled him to the side and had a small talk with him. He came back and offered the washer to me for free. That’s how I wound up with the one that you see here.
how do you know if the rollers are using enough pressure
@@VintageMiscreant That’s a good question. Those springs are pretty old. I could buy new springs but I’ll probably leave these the way they are.
I was rasied up on that machine in the 1960s. I bought a new one in 1973
As a kid helping my mom, I got my hand caught in the rollers. Instead loosening the tension on the rollers my mom just put it in reverse lol. Never caught my hand in there again though.
Great video
I actually have the same Maytag as a backup or extremely dirty cloth
Best washing machines made.
Best machines ever.😊
He's right, though-my mother had an Easy Spindrier, instead of a wringer washer-she thought that it was easier to do the rinsing in the spinner tub.
Good concept though I wouldn't reuse the soapy water. I'm the crazy one that always does a double rinse cycle as I do not care for soap residue. I rather do smaller loads and use clean water.
Also, washing powder or liquid is better than the pods that create microplastoc residue in the water system.
Some of us just clean differently... as long as it does the job and you feel comfortably with it, then it's all cool...
Grandmother had this in her kitchen on the farm