We have a crappy top loader stored at a friend's place for new house just to wash DP's uniform. He also cops red soil from the mines. Going to get a lovely front loader for the normal clothes/nappies. Top loaders for general use kill my back.

How much vinegar do you use in a machine wash? Read 2 cups on a hot wash filled to high. Can imagine would smell like a fish and chip shop. I should do that before I head to Melb actually so it's clean for DP's bond clean. I had to use diluted degreaser in the landlord's to get rid of the motor oil that was spilt on DP's uniform at work. Had to do a few until it pumped clear. I also service my outlet hose and flush it because the mineral build up/soap build up in the ridges is disgusting and catches fluff so i take it outside and flush it with the hose. Service the powder draw once a fortnight too because gets yukky. Never done a vinegar wash tho but I should, a bit smelly in there from old powder.

Oooo, had a total mental blank earlier post so that's why I'm reposting