You are Speed Queen crazy :) If I ever need a new machine, I will definitely consider this brand. At the horse barn I used to frequent, they had a coin op front loader from a Laundromat. It was great for all the stuff that got washed there. A real work horse :)

I truly enjoy my machine. I am thankful there was still ONE old school top loader that operates pretty much like any old TL machine and does not require a tech degree just to use it.

Here is a link that might be useful: SQ in action

Wish they still made that mangle. I hate ironing worse than washing.

So do I.
But washday is a pleasure when one uses a Speed Queen to get your laundry clean.

Here is a link that might be useful: AWN 542 washing

One of the main reasons for the purchase of my machine was actually the design of the agitator. It looks like a whirlpool surgilator and maytag powerfin combined. Two great agitator designs in one. I hope they don't change.

I am happy with mine.

Here is a link that might be useful: SQ washing