In . net,
Doc spewed forth:
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.


When mine broke down, I called my repairman friend and he told me to buy
Roper.
He said they run forever.