"Doc" wrote in
. net:

I'm probably going to have to get another washing machine since my
ancient Hotpoint has munched a seal and lubricant is leaking out.

A local appliance shop has a number of refurb'd top loader washers of
various brands - Roper, Maytag, Kenmore, Kitchenaide, Whirlpool, RCA,
GE. The ones they had on display ranged from decent in appearance to
virtually new looking. Supposedly they've all been gone through.
Probably ranging from 5 - 20 years old. Those that had model names
visible were Kitchenaide Quiet Care, Superba. Kenmore Quiet Pak Plus.
Whirlpool Ultimate Care Heavy Duty.

What's a good older brand or line within a brand that's known for
tough, dependable construction and also being repair friendly? Any to
definitely avoid? Any features that I should look for? I tend to go
for simple, on the theory that there's less to go wrong.

Thanks for all input.





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