I have an old Wringer Washer outdoors in a shed. It's purpose is to wash my grubby and often greasy work pants, as well as shop rags and other stuff that is "not allowed" in the house (if you know what I mean). Personally, I'd rather use one of them wringer washers than the modern types, and it's even kind of fun to use.
Anyhow, it's an old Maytag, and for it's age, it's in great shape. I bought it off Craigslist and it only needed a new drain hose. The only problem I have with it, is that the Agitator sometimes comes off, and floats to the top. This mostly happens if I have a small load of laundry in it. I always push it down hard and even bang on it with my fist to keep it tight, but it still occasionally comes off the shaft.
I'm wondering if there is supposed to be some sort of O-ring or something around that shaft to secure it better. I've searched the web but have not found much help. I also asked a few appliance stores and they said that it's too old for them to have any parts or information. Do any of you "old timers" have any useful advice about this?
Dont suggest gluing it on. It's supposed to come off, because the drain hole tends to get plugged with lint and other debris, and that small hole is under the agitator.
Thanks