If you do get a front-loader, seriously consider switching to a powder detergent. It really makes a difference to the whole “front-loader funk” issue, as the bacteria will eat remnants of the liquid detergent and breed.
Thanks for the powerdered (HE) detergent tip. I was pricing detergent and looking at the stuff on that aisle. Powdered detergent has been becoming scarce then I saw a comeback with this HE detergent.
I recall a FR’er here saying wipe it down with vinegar too. It seems like vinegar works on everything. When I was little - it was about all you had for sunburns.