This is the best video. He did not over explain how to do it, just what you needed to do and why.

Being a jack I appreciate being able to find someone to reinforce what I know to boost confidence in a job thank you have a blessed day

2 years later, and still helping people like me out! Thank you my friend!!

Thank you thank you so much. It helped me a lot. I just moved to a new home with a different outlet on the dryer and appreciate your help. Be grateful and God bless you.

It amazes me that people post video's and don't know basic wiring methods. The bare wire in this case is the grounding conductor (GROUND) the white is the grounded conductor (NEUTRAL) Tape off or cap the white wire in this case at both ends and use the bare wire. A three wire receptacle does not need a return path. If you don't have a green or bare wire it is OK to use a white wire if you permanently mark it green.

Ricky, my man, you just saved the day! I was unsure what to do about my ground wire in this old house. Your video was most helpful. Thank you sir!

Thanks Ricky! Saved my wife and I some dough installing a gift dryer. $5 for a swap out is awesome in tight budget times!

I came back to watch this video again to thank Ricky J. I successfully installed my first 3 wire 30amp dryer outlet back in 2021 I was living in a house where calling the landlord to fix anything wasn’t an option Besides that I’ve started learning how to do simple projects around my home myself so I was comfortable doing electrical work Lol yes that house is still standing

Ricky, Thank you so much for explaining it in a way a man with no experience can understand. You’re awesome!

I don’t usually leave comments on these how videos but I have to just say thank you ….the way you explain things is perfect.

Nice refresher training video for a old man that hasn't done one in a long time. Thanks

Fantastic explanation and execution, the lack of a ground on the three prong was a concern but you’ve settled that. Thank you

Thank you for giving me confirmation on this. Your tutorial was just what I needed. Sometimes you go with the most cost effective method. A $7 *OUTLET* 😉 vs a $28 cord. Since my house was built in 1979 a $7 outlet it is. 👍🏾

Thank you for explaining this process in a way that anybody could understand. I appreciate you.

Thanks, Ricky! First time changing out a 30 amp outlet and you made it much easier and less stressful.

Thank you…I linked this to my mom & sister…problem resolved…we highly appreciate your help!🙏🙌

Thank you for this video! I was so confused which hot wire went where, just to learn here it doesn't matter as long as it isn't in the neutral (white) spot. Thank You again, Very Much Appreciated! 👍

Thanks for the level of detail explaining why you are doing what you are doing!

Thanks Ricky, great job explaining it in simple & complete answers for someone like me, with little experience.

Perfect instructional video!! Straight and to the point, yet very detailed. Just what I needed for changing out my dryer outlet! Cheers🍺!

Thanks so much.. I just did gfs dryer and now she's all happy

Thank you so much for doing this video. You're a life saver.

Your the 1st one I found that actually explains why and what thank you .. saved my butt

You are a godsend. Thank you for walking through every little detail. This takes so much anxiety out of doing this job myself!

Great narration of the process for wiring. You can also convert a 3 wire to a 4 wire quite easily, on both the dryer and the outlet. 10 Gauge 10/3 wire is preferred.

Well done. My house has electrical nuance. The breaker in the breaker cabinet for the dryer is a 30amp. But the wall plug was for a 50amp plug..?? As was the cord for the dryer. Why do some home owners mess with that stuff. You video was great covering the how & the why. Well done. I will double check the breaker is correct for that outlet. And get the proper outlet for the 30 amp plug on my new dryer.

Thank you sir for great details in explaining what to do with the ground wire.

This video was so helpful thank you did tons of research and couldn't find a single one this actully worked and went well so far

Changing the outlet is way cheaper ($6) vs the power cord which is over $30 🙄... Nice clear and easy to understand video 👍

Yes suh excellent tutorial brother you saved me so much headache and trouble trying to figure out if I need to return my 3 wire dryer or get somebody to install a new plug

Great vid. Simple, and to the point. You might want to follow our own advice though, and put tape on the back of the screws. You're doing exactly what you instructed not to do, (the ground wire is VERY close to one of the hot screws, in your final assembly).

EXCELLENT! Exactly what I needed. Score yourself ten bonus points. Do not pass GO! Do not collect $200.

This was the best tutorial I've found for this. +1

It took me awhile to find the right video Lesson. That's exactly what I needed to verify. Thank you!

I'm gonna give your method a try, but I'll just keep watching it to make sure

Awesome! Finally somebody explains it thoroughly! Thank you so much for your help

Like I really like your video. I don't like to mess with electricity but this video was very helpful and I really like the way you talk and just give the basic information that's needed. God bless you.

This really helped me. I will install my 10-30R Hubbell tomorrow.

Thank you! This was perfect to walk me through my first time doing this type of outlet!

Very good and clear explanation. Thanks

Best explanation of dryer wiring I’ve found thank you !

Thanks Ricky, watched this yesterday and had the dryer plug replaced in less than an hour. Great info, thanks for posting this.

Thanks for the explanation Ricky. I was able to install the 3wire outlet right after watching.

Answered all my questions, Thanks a bunch Ricky

Great information. Thank you. Everything I needed to know to feel confident I am doing it correctly.

That is by far the best explanation on this. I didn't know the difference between the 3 and 4 prong set up. Thank you!

This answered all of my questions. Thanks boss.

Thanks man this is exactly what I needed!

Thanks so much you saved me trying to switch a 4 wire to a 3 wire outlet for a stackable washer/dryer. It works!

Excellent video! Thanks, I'm ready to do it.

This is the best video I found.

Great video. I'm getting ready to install an outlet for a dryer and this is just what I needed.

Great helpful video, house I bought had 4 prong, my dryer is 3... $7 dollar outlet vs. $$$ electrician to come out for something very simple for someone handy.

Good lookin out on the education on what to do here...much appreciated and keep the knowledge coming

Violation of NEC 250.140(B) that allows 3 wire says "... if an equipment grounding conductor is not present in the outlet or junction box...". So that section doesn't apply, you have to use a a four wire receptacle in compliance with 250.140(A), and change the cord per appliance manufacturers instructions.

Very helpful video thank you much will be putting one in for my dryer soon but I got to say that ground wire looks a little springy towards the back of your outlet screws

The bare copper wire should be wired to the silver base of outlet with a clip for this type of outlet.

Very helpful. Explains thoroughly.

Great video! Nice simple explanation. Easy to understand.

Thanks for your video, now my dryer is setup!

I love this video. Thanks for sharing and making it easy to follow. Much appreciated!

Thank you for a very clear explanation. Well done

Thank you!! I have dry clothes now!

Great video! Thanks for posting this. I'm getting ready to change out a gas dryer for electric.

tysm, this video is very informative!! Have a small project and this totally helped!!❤

This was great. Exactly what I needed this morning. Thank you!

Thanks for the help brother I was about to go buy a wire adapter saved me couple bucks

Thanks for sharing your knowledge Mr. Jewett!

Thank you your video was exactly what I needed

Thank you so much. There's tons of videos to do this but they don't give close ups or explain much.

Bro... thanks so much... I have this exact set up and you was on point

OMG another skill I gained to take care of my home lol. Thank you

Excellent explanation and visuals. Thank you

very good and precise,this helped me out, i was pretty sure it was straight forward but i just had to see it done,it's been awhile since i messed with electrical outlets/receptacles , not tryna burn the house down,..i half want to just call an electrician to do it for me..

Thank you, 3 years later I’m watching this video, thanks.

Appreciate it mane da lady was pushn me hard to get it done yur a life saver Rick

Thank you for being clear and your instructions I'm hoping I can get mine done

Thank you Ricky! Excellent video!

I should note that it's a code violation for new houses to have 3 prong receptacles because of the absence of the ground prong. So if you have a 3 prong cord but a 4 prong receptacle, change the cord, not the receptacle.

Thanks for the great video, You explained everything very well.

Darn! Been looking for awhile to see and get the info on an old-style dryer hook-up .

Just the video I was looking for - thank you!!

Thanks for the simple explanation!

It was really helpful!

Thanks bud it helped

Thank you so much for the video m8, it answered every single question I had about this installation I'm about to do. Cheers!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Thank you so much, you've solved our dilemma!

Thank you...I am about to turn off power and connect my new 3prong outlet ..to fit the clothes dryer🙂

Thanks so much, this step by step helped out.

best video ever

Thank you for the informative video

Solid instructions. Thank you!!!!

Thank you it was very helpful 💯💯💯👌🏾👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Thanks, good video. Nice and straightforward.

Very helpful and exactly the info I needed! Thanks!

Thank you sir. This was helpful

Thanks for the great video 👍

Thanks bud really great videos super informative 👍 thank you

Thanks for your video it help me a lot .