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CalamityRhys OP t1_iuhqssy wrote

My have never down hand mixer finally died last night while making chocolate buttercream. I’m devastated.

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Unique-Ad-9316 t1_iuhr99x wrote

Buy a used one that's the same model (in better condition) off ebay.

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Blueporch t1_iuhrpvr wrote

Maybe look for a used reliable model on e-Bay? I have a late 50’s Westinghouse hand mixer that’s still going strong.

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QuevedoDeMalVino t1_iui2jca wrote

Replying to CalamityRhys (#380,835)

Try to repair it? At least pop it open and take a look. It may well be using a brushed motor and brushes are done; in a case like that, you would only need to spend cents to get it as good as new.

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iced327 t1_iuiagj2 wrote

A 29 year old hand mixer

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Mottaman t1_iuidtn7 wrote

That looks like the same thing i bought from target a few years ago for $10.... I don't think i'll be very hard for you to replace

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Teej92 t1_iuife4a wrote

I have that same one. I think they’re supposed to be pretty repairable

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The___canadian t1_iuil2m4 wrote

Mine died and I've unironically been using my drill with the beaters that came with the mixer.

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a_9x t1_iuilk7g wrote

Check the rotor brushes, if they are worn out just replace them and the fix might be easier than you think. If you want to retire it don't buy lightweight plastic junk ones, search for reviews on YouTube and you will be on the right path

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steaven7872 t1_iuiltk8 wrote

I see the power cord does not have a strain relief where it goes into the hand mixer. If you had to wiggle the cord to get the mixer to work, replacing the cord will fix. Source: four years ago we replaced (actually shortened by a bit) our power cord. Mixer running good again.

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Revolutionary_Emu365 t1_iuiqvg1 wrote

I got a kitchen aid off fb marketplace for 80 bucks. Downside is the things a beast and takes up a ton of space. I’m a fan of thrift store shopping for this kind of stuff personally.

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LennyThePep13 t1_iuiuurp wrote

I bought a Hamilton Beach one a little over a decade ago and it’s still going strong

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dthwsh1899 t1_iuix3io wrote

Please try to repair it. The older machines are usually pretty simple and easy to repair for a reason. We are heading back to a repair economy, anything new is designed to fail so you have to buy it again in a few years. If you still want to buy a new one, I will take it. DM me and I will pay for shipping.

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toolsavvy t1_iuiyd2n wrote

It could be a brush motor and just needs new brushes. Finding compatible brushes can prove challenging, though, if you don't know anything about brushes. However if you smelled burning when it died, likely not the brushes wearing out and likely not fixable as you would probably need a new motor.

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Pappershuvud t1_iuiygn4 wrote

May I suggest something different, what about getting a hand blender? Personally I have a bamix that I love, the whipping attachment is fantastic. I realize this would be a lot more expensive, but since it’s a hand blender it can so much more. Also the bamix Is made to be repaired which is almost rare nowadays.

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kenji-benji t1_iuiz44v wrote

I went overboard and got a Braun. Pricey but I love it. My previous was a $10 black Friday 20 years ago.

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indomitous111 t1_iuiz48j wrote

Are we all going to ignore the fact that OP has been mixing people's hands with this thing for 30 years?

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B-Girl-Ca t1_iuj2tyj wrote

I have a kitchen aid stand mixer I purchased second hand and it’s going great , love it

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Apex4711 t1_iuj67gl wrote

If you are in europe buy Krupp, the still use metal gears.

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Therrandlr t1_iuj774v wrote

Replying to dthwsh1899 (#393,998)

As an aside, the most common thing to go out on these types of appliances are the bearings and coils/brushes. Bearings are an easy 15 minutes of work to swap out and coils/brushes should only be done if you have experience with electronics and soldering.

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greenglass88 t1_iuj9fmh wrote

Replying to dthwsh1899 (#393,998)

You might even have free 'fix-it clinics' in your area--our county sponsors monthly Saturday times when you can bring anything that needs repairing to a room full of volunteers who love fixing things. Such a joy to see all these engineers, mechanics, electricians, sewers, and craftspersons who love to help.

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PinepplesAreGreat t1_iujbskc wrote

I’ve had my kitchen aid hand held mixer for about 5 years and its like brand new. I use it about 1-2 a month

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PlushKaram t1_iujebbl wrote

Replying to kobachi (#396,240)

Please keep in mind that saw dust and any other garage dust will get in your drill through the vents, and then FLY OUT when you use it due to the motor spinning

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marsrover001 t1_iujfl7c wrote

Well it lasted 30 years. I'd say you got your money's worth.

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HelicopteroDeAtaque t1_iujh82r wrote

r/buyitforlife? More like r/r/buyitfor30years 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

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csmc1476 t1_iujifzu wrote

Bamix ! The one and only !

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Azerial t1_iujmevk wrote

I wonder if you could open it up and repair it?

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etaschwer t1_iujmncu wrote

I’m so sorry for your loss.

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fuzzynyanko t1_iujpobd wrote

I got a Kitchenaid hand mixer that I like. I did drop it and I think it's slightly damaged, but it still works. I actually like the cheaper one better; the more-expensive ones seem to be DC

Another nice thing about Kitchenaid is replacement beaters. However, I didn't buy the replacement beaters because they needed replacement. I bought them because there's beaters on standby.

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Rocky970 t1_iujppwb wrote

My mixer literally died this month too

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DaniB3 t1_iujqv7o wrote

Boul mixers with access to the brushes last forever and are worth the high price tag

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TwattyMcBitch t1_iujtf8e wrote

Replying to jr_73 (#396,295)

That’s a great idea. I recently bought some. And had no idea what to do. I made a mess until it got mixed up enough to actually stir. Should have come here for advice.

Of course, a drill with a beater could have been even messier lol

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StackTraceException t1_iujtq40 wrote

use a drill instead or also fix the mixer so it will work for another maybe 100 years

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TwattyMcBitch t1_iujujlf wrote

Replying to J3ttf (#391,984)

Kitchenaid rocks. At least, the higher end stuff. I literally just made an espresso from my espresso maker I bought in 2007. My 2003 fridge, dishwasher and microwave still look and run like new. Oh, and my stand mixer from 1997 is flawless, too.

I actually bought the coffee maker, grinder, and espresso machine on 2007. They’re from the pro-line (or Artisan line in Europe) and they all work beautifully. I also take care of my stuff and follow the use and care guides, and perform minor repairs if needed.

My 1992 hand mixed did just die. It didn’t really “die”, but there’s a plastic part inside that holds the main beater in place. It wore out over 30 years, and the part simply is not available.

The lower-end stuff, like the toasters, basic coffee makers and probably hand mixers, are just more basic appliances stamped out en masse in Asia with a kitchen aid label slapped on them, and maybe aren’t that great. Not sure.

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Gritts911 t1_iujukhx wrote

Nowadays the cheap ones are super cheap, almost disposable. And the expensive ones are hit or miss. Really have to spend the money for quality and be prepared to dive into the reviews.

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isaidireddit t1_iujwa2y wrote

My hand mixer died and it was just a thermal fuse inside. I ordered some on eBay and soldered one in myself. Like brand new!

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Lt_Schneider t1_iuk4ztg wrote

i have found none which meet the requirements of "not having shitty plastics" since our 20+ years old bosch died

i went into the bosch store, looked at it, complained about the cheap feeling of the 170€ mixer and left after the sales rep said they never had that complaint before

maybe i'm just too demanding

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kathy11358 t1_iuka2gi wrote

Not happy with my Cuisinart so I wouldn’t recommend

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