update (after spending way too much time on internets). I normally like to really research my purchases, but I'd prefer to get this resolved. We are down to: buying their lowest end washer, which is the same width wise, but will be 2 inches deeper than what our current model is. According the the web and the service manuals I kept, there is a metal plate that fixes the two items together. One can redrill the holes for the dryer to (hopefully) connect them together. Only thing is is a very confined space, to do all that and make all the reconnections (dryer vent, etc).
If Sears delivers just the washer they will NOT stack the washer on top. So hubby would need to find someone else who is strong to help stack it and help with the plate attachment process.
Main downsides, is actually this particular model, gets poor feedback on Sears. Essentially it doesn't clean the clothes.
Craigslist has a couple almost brand new washer dryers, but again issue with transport.
Option B is to suck it up, be a sucka consumer and buy new both, and sell old dryer. Biggest plus to me is free delivery and installation. Also the model that I'm eying the dryer has steam dry, which means I won't need to iron (which is compelling to me; I do all the laundry and have alot of cotton and linen pieces).
We do have a 10% off coupon due to the service call, and they do have a sale until this Sat. and I do have their card so won't have to pay for 12 months if I so choose.
I also have a friend who is rehabbing her house, so can either sell, or if she wants it it may end up being a housewarming present : )