[DOug Modica]

Dial goes thru cycles fine until it hits one cycle (I think drain because water is sitting.)
The dial stops (machine quits running) and dial must be pulled out, turned a little, pushed back in and then machine continues fine. Should I replace timer ($93) [or could it be a solenoid or something else wrong?]
Also, this is getting more often and happening on other settings (reg & perm press)

[kayakcrzy]

No, my good man, you have the diagnosis correct. Tom

[DOug Modica]

Thank you, sir. Now my wife asks, "The machine is 25 years old. Is it worth it to fix the timer for $100 or just get a new machine?" Do you agree? How much does a similar replacement machine now cost??

[DOug Modica]

Never mind reply.
1. I found a new 660970 timer on ***** for $25 that's worth a try for a few more years.
2. Feb '08 Consumer Reports page 47 lists a top loader GE for $480 as a Best Buy.

[kayakcrzy]

If they think that that GE is the best buy, they are on drugs!!!!!!! I wouldn't buy a GE washer with your money. Take that from a 30 years service tech. Tom ********************************************