Posted on 09/21/2021 11:29:52 AM PDT by patriot torch
Even if I think I know how to fix something I always check the internet for any expert tips and tricks.
I’ve used several appliance parts sites to order replacement parts, but your site is great. Thanks.
Haven’t used a toaster in years. But do use a toaster oven.
Multiple uses, cheap, trash it after a few years.
The need for 15 minutes of fame often outweigh the quest for money.
We’ve used this site to get parts to repair an old Maytag washer. We got the fixit instructions from the Internet. Ancient Maytag is still doing the job and we’re only out a few bucks.
This site is a great money saver. Highly recommend it.
I did my own washer and dryer repairs, and simple car repairs thru YouTube. It’s a great place to start, it might take a little digging, but worth spending the time doing.
We’ve also found diy repair work on you tube. The sight has been helpful with repairs and installation.
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Thanks for sharing the new address.
Do any find that when purchased, an appliance is delivered with NO brochures/manuals? In order to find information of any type one must go on line and print their manuals; really, a pain in the rear.
Did mine last year - saved a ton. Fixed my dryer twice using the internet for trouble-shooting and repair tips - sweet.
Still looking for the video to help me replace the fuel rods in my reactor....
Among other things, I've repaired a dead control panel on a remote controlled optical telescope, and have repaired a non working solid state linear amplifier, repaired cell phones, replaced cell phone batteries which were said to be non-replaceable, etc. I would have never attempted these types of repairs without video tutorials.
I have a small refrigerator that’s over 40 years old, works just fine. It’s washers that don’t last.
Since I’m not handy — with anything involving brute strength — I rely on repairmen when necessary, but when they are going to peel $500 off me, I usually go shopping for a new appliance.
You might want to find a repairman who will give you a few bucks for your albatross; someone who makes a profit repairing and reselling them.
It amazes me how many people, a lot of them professionals, make videos sharing their expertise.
Narcissism, self importance, hero to self.
I would like to have a dollar for every video I have watched on YouTube that started out “Hey guys!” I am so SICK of hearing that!
I like to see folks fixing things themselves, as it should be to beat the greedy. I have always fixed everything myself. And I mean everything...
YouTube is a handy helper too!
Some time back a friend alerted me to videos on YouTube for microwave repair. Turns out that very often an internal fuse will blow. 50 cent fuse and 30 minute repair to salvage a 300 dollar microwave. I can only imagine how many microwaves were thrown to the curb when a cheap and easy repair could have solved the issue.
Here’s the link:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8i3iYtQOih4
By the way, a website I’ve used often for yard and garden tool repair:
Www.partstree.com
I gave up on toasters too - but my solution - - buy a cheap Amazon basic air fryer... the real basic one - not digital. It’s toasts everything - and faster - and makes great wings and ribs... in the $60 range.
You can usually find appliance fixes at YouTube videos. Easy to follow. I’ve done this a few times. Oh, and also for setting up electronic devices as well.
My appliances are old, like 25 years or older. But that's a good thing since I have a friend who does appliance repair and if he can get the parts for the appliance, he can fix it.
He doesn't even try to fix the newer appliances because they've become too digital and pretty much have planned obsolescence built into them.
I think the most I ever paid him was about $165 to replace the transmission in my clothes washing machine.
I think that was Zenith.
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