In the heat (as in 93ºF) of the battle I didn't take a picture, but it was pretty slick. Docked the boat at low tide on a bulkhead right next to the sliding side door of my van. Two 2"x6"x9' (They were damaged 12' shortened to 9'.....Home Depot from the "cull pile" 70% off) between the step on my van and the boarding gate. Blankets on and under the boards and this 150 pound little gem slid right in the door. (Did have to take the stop off for those extra 2 inches.)
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06-07-2021 09:39 PM #1
Washer install.
Last edited by oscarvan; 06-07-2021 at 09:45 PM.
1978 53' Motor Yacht "LADY KAY V"
Hull number 524
Chesapeake Bay
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06-08-2021 12:37 AM #2
Re: Washer install.
Apparently I forgot to take my anti stupid pills.
After muscling the thing into the boat I'm sitting reading the installation instructions when I start realizing I bought a washer...... NOT a washer dryer combi. I ordered off a screen shot I had in the file that I made a few months ago when I was doing the research. I didn't check my work.
Soooo... Turns out what I bought is the bottom half of a stacker set. After some searching I found the top half, and after some frantic measuring tape action it appears it will fit. Quite nicely actually. It's on order now. And it will work a lot better than a combi.
Maybe I saved myself from hating the combi. The universe works in mysterious ways. Now to find a new home for the tools which need to go from port to starboard...... That bottom bunk in the forward cabin is starting to look really good. Until I make the furniture with storage on the back deck.1978 53' Motor Yacht "LADY KAY V"
Hull number 524
Chesapeake Bay
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06-08-2021 03:52 PM #3
Re: Washer install.
In building my future upgrade list, your project is actually one of the ones on there. I currently have the old GE stackers but saw a Hat similar to mine for sale with new front loading stackers that were recent installs. Can you post links to the ones you bought? Thanks!
"A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor"
Rob Waldrop
M/V Pau Hana
Ft Myers FL
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06-08-2021 06:12 PM #4
Re: Washer install.
https://www.newegg.com/equator-ew-82...0HB-000T-00054
Washer in place and hooked up. Waiting on the dryer and then I need to trim it all out and make a new door. The old panel and door won't work of course so those are now "in inventory".1978 53' Motor Yacht "LADY KAY V"
Hull number 524
Chesapeake Bay
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06-09-2021 05:56 AM #5Senior Member
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Re: Washer install.
We went with two units. I was very close to going with a combo and having that space above, but I am glad we went with two. We don't live aboard, but we often have 5 or more people on weekends and like to be able to do the laundry afterwards quickly. The dryer is vented as well, which also helps with speed.
Prometheus
1978 53' MY Hull #529
Viera, FL
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Re: Washer install.
Very nice Oscar. My only concern is how do you ever clean the exhaust hose of lint? Is there another way to get back there? This is also on my list so thanks for the pix!
John
1981 58 Yachtfish Hull 477
Wickford RI
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06-09-2021 06:20 PM #7
Re: Washer install.
Thank you! One of the boats like Pau Hana had eliminated the enclosure leaving units open- only reason I can imagine is for heat reduction. Our enclosure has already been modified for easy removal, just need to change to full-height door. If you make it to Fort Myers I will treat you to a beer.
"A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor"
Rob Waldrop
M/V Pau Hana
Ft Myers FL
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06-10-2021 08:40 AM #8
Re: Washer install.
Personally I don't HAVE to have a door if it's nicely trimmed out. Looks a little better, maybe, but it's a lot of work. I will run it by the Chief Decor Officer and see what she says.......
1978 53' Motor Yacht "LADY KAY V"
Hull number 524
Chesapeake Bay