Off-Topic Speed Queen Washer/Dryer

Diana3271 · 01-26-17, 12:07 PM

I just read the previous threads about washers/dryers. My washer just bit the dust. I have called the local dealer for Speed Queen. It appears the model that was mentioned in the previous threads is no longer available. All the other models have front load/electronic controls, etc. The basic models are:

Washer: AWN432SP-113TWO4 https://www.speedqueen.com/products/...build-your-own
Dryer: ADE3SRGS173TWO1 https://www.speedqueen.com/products/...build-your-own

So, my question is, is anyone UNHAPPY with their Speed Queen washer/dryer. TIA

kristinr · 01-26-17, 02:37 PM

I purchased the electronic control Speed Queen washer and dryer (with all the bells and whistles) and I LOVE them!!! The wash and dry time is so quick...I will never go back to front loaders ever again.

Erica H. · 01-26-17, 02:53 PM

If you want the more basic model and can wait, Amazon carries it.

We bought a Speed Queen washing machine last year (locally, though) and I love it so far.

Erica

msu · 01-26-17, 07:56 PM

We bought one a couple of years ago. It was more expensive than the other top loaders that we were looking at, but I has been a fantastic machine, and worth the extra money. I work it from early until late at night most days with little to no break, as we are a family of ten, and it gives us clean loads fast. I would definitely buy it again.

sillygirl · 01-26-17, 08:11 PM

We've had a Speed Queen washer and dryer for over 4 years now. While I like that they're top-loaders with the agitator and all stainless steel inside, I can't say I'm completely in love. The dryer had a problem squeaking after the first year and then again a year later. There was a plastic disc that would wear down and cause the squeaking. We had it replaced both times and haven't had a problem since. I keep wondering if the disc will wear out again.

Diana3271 · 01-26-17, 08:53 PM

I bought the basic models that I linked. They had them in stock. Both of the sales associates said they give the best service of all the lines they carry. They didn't even try to sell me anything else. Hopefully I will like them. I am concerned about the fitting in the area. We measured and it looks like it will work. I currently have a stacked model. We previously had side by side.

Julier · 01-27-17, 11:13 AM

I bought the washer (no electronics) last year and LOVE it. Waiting for the current dryer to die before ordering the Speed Queen.

ddj · 01-27-17, 08:26 PM

I got the most expensive front loader they had and greatly regret it. It's the worst machine I've ever owned, and I had the infamous Maytag Neptune. I've never heard anyone complain about the top loaders, however, so I'm sure you will love it.

Jewels5 · 03-17-17, 06:22 AM

Are you happy with your Speed Queen washer?

Last summer our washer quit after about 10 years (the bearings went bad and the grease was ruining all of our clothes). We had a front load Whirlpool that I loved, bought a Maytag top load and it's the worst washer I've ever used. The detergent never gets rinsed out even with a second rinse and clothes don't always come out clean! I'm at my whit's end doing double loads of laundry and think we need to replace it. Just happened to come across your post when searching for something else. Thanks!

sciencelady · 03-17-17, 06:50 AM

I bought the mechanical control top loading washer and a mechanical control dryer also about three years ago. I love them!

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01-26-17, 12:07 PM
Diana3271 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Carolina	Speed Queen Washer/Dryer I just read the previous threads about washers/dryers. My washer just bit the dust. I have called the local dealer for Speed Queen. It appears the model that was mentioned in the previous threads is no longer available. All the other models have front load/electronic controls, etc. The basic models are: Washer: AWN432SP-113TWO4 https://www.speedqueen.com/products/...build-your-own Dryer: ADE3SRGS173TWO1 https://www.speedqueen.com/products/...build-your-own So, my question is, is anyone UNHAPPY with their Speed Queen washer/dryer. TIA __________________ I started my most recent weight loss journey January 2008. I lost 1/2 of my starting body weight and entered into maintenance May 2011. Now the real work begins! You can fight it, or do what you've got to do to get it done. The choice is yours. ~Diana You have the rest of your life to get old. Stay young, as long as you can. ~Diana 10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme Graduate 02/12 Insanity Graduate - I actually survived! LM Combat 02/13 21 Day Fix Survivor! 6/14 Diana

01-26-17, 02:37 PM
kristinr Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Reading, PA	I purchased the electronic control Speed Queen washer and dryer (with all the bells and whistles) and I LOVE them!!! The wash and dry time is so quick...I will never go back to front loaders ever again.

01-26-17, 02:53 PM
Erica H. Join Date: Nov 2001	If you want the more basic model and can wait, Amazon carries it. We bought a Speed Queen washing machine last year (locally, though) and I love it so far. Erica

01-26-17, 07:56 PM
msu Join Date: Dec 2007	We bought one a couple of years ago. It was more expensive than the other top loaders that we were looking at, but I has been a fantastic machine, and worth the extra money. I work it from early until late at night most days with little to no break, as we are a family of ten, and it gives us clean loads fast. I would definitely buy it again.

01-26-17, 08:11 PM
sillygirl Join Date: Mar 2013	We've had a Speed Queen washer and dryer for over 4 years now. While I like that they're top-loaders with the agitator and all stainless steel inside, I can't say I'm completely in love. The dryer had a problem squeaking after the first year and then again a year later. There was a plastic disc that would wear down and cause the squeaking. We had it replaced both times and haven't had a problem since. I keep wondering if the disc will wear out again.

01-26-17, 08:53 PM
Diana3271 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Carolina	I bought the basic models that I linked. They had them in stock. Both of the sales associates said they give the best service of all the lines they carry. They didn't even try to sell me anything else. Hopefully I will like them. I am concerned about the fitting in the area. We measured and it looks like it will work. I currently have a stacked model. We previously had side by side. __________________ I started my most recent weight loss journey January 2008. I lost 1/2 of my starting body weight and entered into maintenance May 2011. Now the real work begins! You can fight it, or do what you've got to do to get it done. The choice is yours. ~Diana You have the rest of your life to get old. Stay young, as long as you can. ~Diana 10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme Graduate 02/12 Insanity Graduate - I actually survived! LM Combat 02/13 21 Day Fix Survivor! 6/14 Diana

01-27-17, 11:13 AM
Julier VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Pasadena, California	I bought the washer (no electronics) last year and LOVE it. Waiting for the current dryer to die before ordering the Speed Queen.

01-27-17, 08:26 PM
ddj VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008	I got the most expensive front loader they had and greatly regret it. It's the worst machine I've ever owned, and I had the infamous Maytag Neptune. I've never heard anyone complain about the top loaders, however, so I'm sure you will love it. __________________ Jumping for joy is good exercise.

03-17-17, 06:22 AM
Jewels5 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia	Are you happy with your Speed Queen washer? Last summer our washer quit after about 10 years (the bearings went bad and the grease was ruining all of our clothes). We had a front load Whirlpool that I loved, bought a Maytag top load and it's the worst washer I've ever used. The detergent never gets rinsed out even with a second rinse and clothes don't always come out clean! I'm at my whit's end doing double loads of laundry and think we need to replace it. Just happened to come across your post when searching for something else. Thanks! __________________ Julie "To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world." -Heather Cortez

03-17-17, 06:50 AM
sciencelady Join Date: May 2003 Location: Saint Paul, MN	I bought the mechanical control top loading washer and a mechanical control dryer also about three years ago. I love them!