+Kris Jevens Thanks, glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

I used a hammer and a crowbar

Glad the video helped you get the washer up and running!

Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed up!

A Rivera Thanks Vince, Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

Awesome, glad you got the washer fixed!

Good job on the repair, glad the video helped you get it done!

allgoo19 Awesome, hope you get the leak fixed!

Thanks for your feedback! We can't help you paint happy trees, but we can help you repair appliances and end up with a happy washer! :)

Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

Good job

+M Zepf Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed up!

Rick McTaggart You are welcome, glad you were able to get the washer fixed!

Thank you. Glad we were able to help you out. If we can help you with anything in the future please let us know.

Glad the video helped you out!

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Glad the video helped you out!

Yes, definitely buy the special wrench! I used a wrench-type device and it was a nightmare to get the nut loose.

Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

+TheGreatYogurt Glad the video helped you get the washer cleaned up!

Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

Not that I'm a big hurry but...when are you planning to respond to my inquiry? Actually, I'm now desperate because I don't want to make any mistakes so that's why I posted here. If you can't help me, just say so.

Not sure what happened, we looked at the comments for this video and did not see a question posted by you. If you still need help you can post it here or you can also post the problem along with the appliance model number on our repair forum and the techs can help you troubleshoot the problem. forum.appliancepartspros.com/

Got my spanner from a local appliance parts store but appliancepartspros has it for about $16, #AP4503397

Thanks for pointing that out, Richard!

Glad the video has been able to assist you!

You're welcome!

eduardo gomezdelaf Good job on getting the washer up and running!

Thanks for the tip, glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

I have a repair manual that says the same thing however I had to use the spanner wrench because even with a sledge hammer on the screw driver, it didn't budge. Take care

@@JimTMcDaniels1 I'm in the same boat. Really don't want to buy the spanner wrench for this one project. Spanner nut is not budging at all though with hammer and screwdriver

+Sumitra Joy Of course, you can always take the time to clean it up since you have it out!

Thanks for your feedback! While you've got it taken apart, it would be a good idea to wipe everything down with vinegar to kill germs and deodorize (the vinegar smell itself will pass). Once it's repaired, we recommend regularly using Affresh to clean the machine and get rid of odor-causing bacteria and detergent residue: www.appliancepartspros.com/whirlpool-affresh-washer-cleaner-w10135699-ap4308494.html

Glad the video helped you get the washer cleaned up!

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Thanks!

+Elica pirrone Glad the video helped you get the washer fixed!

Thanks for that tip!

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Jay Beal Glad you were able to get the washer fixed!

Steven C I have never done that. They do make high density sound deadening material that is used in cars and some newer appliances.

Take used carpet pad-foam and spray adhesive to the inside surface of the washer metal exterior. About all you can do for that. Some deluxe models had such added when new. Take care

Go to Amazon and buy the proper tool! They are cheap, less than $20

broncobra thanks so much!

viejo023 Hope the video helped get the washer fixed!

+lovefeist You can go to our website and enter your appliance model number to view the parts breakdowns to be sure you get the correct part for your model. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Ztinf6-hnbSof30.html

after leaving the thing soaking in wd-40 overnight, the inner tub [finally] let go. the inside sleeve of the inner tub is heavily rusted, so it needs replacement. the cause of the noise? seems there was a small nail between the inner & outer tubs! now that that is out of the way, it should run quietly again. sigh.

You may find you can fix the crack I would try, first cleaning the area thoroughly and lastly with rubbing alcohol. Then using super glue in and around the crack and then sprinkling with bakng soda on both sides around the wetted crack area Repeat wetting the crack area outline with super glue and then sprinkle with baking soda till you build up some on both sides. This super glue reacts to the baking soda making a very hard plastic repair. I don't know why it was so unbalanced Check the top ring is suppose to have a liquid in it to help reduce unbalancing issues. Take care

A two jaw automotive gear puller. Rent one at Advance Auto or simaler. There are you tube videos to show how it is done. SAVES your bacon! Easy-peasy. Don't waste your time with tapping and frustration. Just Git er DONE! Spray with PLENTY of penetrating oil. When you hear the LOUD crack, it is FREE!

@@broncobra Man i had to replace my inner tub today and saw you comment so while i was out i stopped at the parts store and rented me one,worked like a charm, thank you, you a Ford man?

@@dntlss Ford trucks (BRONCO), Mopar cars, lol. 429 CobraJet to put in my Bronco? Calling it the BronCobra. How Ford should have made them? Bought a HellCat crate engine to put in my 1972 Challenger. That should be fun? lol. Life is ALL about fun? Don't ever short yourself.

+Daniel Acevedo...This reply is a year too late, but I'm posting it for those who come across the same problem you experienced. It sounds like your washer's Skate Plate became misaligned when you removed your tubs. It's a simple fix...The part is not broken...It just needs to be positioned correctly Appliance Parts Pros part number: AP6008860

It may be stuck in there from all the years of residue. You can try and break it free, use a rubber hammer if you have one or a piece of wood to protect the tub/shaft so you do not damage it.

Hit the grey metal part lower down, not the shaft. Lift the drum at the same time.

It would really depend on the design of the Amana. You can go to our website and enter your appliance model number to view the parts breakdowns to see how it comes apart.

annierose11 Glad the video helped you get the appliance fixed! Patching is not the best way to repair these, as it could fail again.

Sometimes yes, sometimes no. The unit we're working on in the video is a used unit, and we didn't have too much trouble. But you're right, sometimes it can be tough.

whatever you do, DON'T use a dremel and a cut-off wheel and destroy your inner tub like I did! It makes for a MUCH longer repair waiting for the new inner tub to arrive (IF YOU CAN EVEN FIND ONE!) I got lucky and found one a the only ones left in the entire country. Out of production, Out of stock.

@@broncobra out of curiosity, aren't these direct drive washers been made the same for the last decades? i know that mine was made in the late 80s and the tub has that "comb" lint filter underneath and the ones made after that they did away with that part and put little plugs in them because the tub sits a hair lower but the tub should fit the same either way,there are plenty of tubs on eBay,i believe they are around 160/180, i know some people dont deal with eBay so not sure if that was your case or what exactly, let me know, i'm interested.

@@dntlss Hello, I have a Maytag MTW5800TWO, super size Stainless steel tub. No lint filter. I checked everywhere? Ebay included. Finally found a place in CA, that had a new old stock one. Everyone "had one" on their website, until I tried to order? Out of stock, discontinued, no longer available. Even major appliance stores near me couldn't find one. Even a Maytag place couldn't find one? The place in CA sold it to me, NIB, for $65. Can't remember the name? Something like "spare parts on the shelf" or something? I looked everywhere? Their is NO lint filter on mine at all. The plastic liner is the lint filter? lol. They are simply not available. The plastic tub liner was no problem to find. The places that didn't have the tub wanted around $300 for it. Thanks.

@@broncobra I see, stainless steel is the keyword here,i have a old Kenmore 80 series that belonged to my sister in law when she was in college, shes about to turn 60,lol, so that gives you a idea how old this washer is, im not too far behind in age, anyhow this tub is made of steel with that grey porcelain finish and i have found a few of them for around 160/180 or so,i was just curious but your situation is slightly different than mine. That lint filter is very interesting,it looks like a flying saucer but it does its job,mine had years of lint attached to it,looked like a fossil,im going to reuse it once i clean the tub real good,the lint filter is unavailable and im famous for my research, i have found parts i needed in Russia before for whatever harebrained project i was working on and i haven't been able to find one of these filters,not a one.

Thoroughly soaking it with Rust Buster is the first, simplest thing I would try. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We’re here to help 7 days a week.

I found out what those are here recently,they are actually 3 of them ,when you buy a new washer it comes with locking pins so the whole insides dont move during transit,sometimes when you get a new washer it will come with a yellow string of sorts that sticks out the back,like a loop, you pull the string out, this in turn detaches metal pins that hold the base together and the pins drop in these little cups to stay in the for the life of the washer,i was taking mine apart and i was like WTF? never heard of them before,guess they dont want the assembly moving while they are beings transported new.

@@dntlss wow! What an answer! I took my inner tub out & scrubbed it after replacing the pump. The little cups i just left them where they are. Thank you 🤓

Perhaps you detached the tube to the water level switch and also reattached when partially full when water started.leaking to floor. You CANNOT reattach with water in tub or lies to switch. Empty tub below assembly where tube attaches and attach empty tube. Been there, done that.

If you are referring to the spanner nut, it is standard threads counter clockwise to remove!

Um, beg to differ, standard threads are counter-clockwise to remove and yes they are standard threads.

Thanks must have been lacking coffee that day!

Tap the center shaft of the inner tub with a rubber mallet to help break it free, rock the inner tub back and forth then tun the tub and rock it back and forth again. It may take a while but the inner tub should come free so you can lift it out.

shirleymae30 Not sure what model you have but I suggest that you post the problem along with the appliance model number on our repair forum and the techs can help you troubleshoot the problem.

Ok, thanks.

The message on the top of the tub actually says, "Plug not removable". This is referring to a nearby plastic Philips screw-in plug that appears to be the fill-hole for the balance ring. We were told a few comments above not to try and remove that fluid. It's needed for balancing the tub. My inner tub was stuck, too. I got it free by giving the top of the grey metal part that the spanner nut screws onto (the drive block, not the shaft) a shot with a hammer while pulling up on the outer drum. (Best done with an assistant!) One or two knocks should do it. Don't damage the threads on the block's outer surface.

It can likely be removed, though it depends on the model. If a video is not offered for what you need, keep in mind that we offer additional technical support for free. You can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We will need your model number to give you accurate advice, which you can locate using this tool on our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx

Usually when things are stuck like that, the first thing we recommend is a thorough soaking with Rust Buster to dissolve some of the gunk that has it stuck. Then you may need to take something like a rubber mallet to tap it free. .

Jennykay85 Yes they do make a lot of noise, hope you are able to get it off! If it is so corroded that you can not get it off you may have to cut it off and replace it and the drive block.

I tried PB Blaster also, let it sit for a few hours ans still no go. Got tired of waiting, so I had to use a propane torch on the outer edges all around the spanner nut to get it to release. I replaced my tub seal a couple years ago and is started leaking again. This time I cleaned the shaft where the inside of the tub seal rests and will be applying silicone rubber sealant in this area also. The rust broke the seal & let the water out between the shaft & inner seal surface. I also used never sieze on the spanner threads when I reassembled to aid in future removal if required.

+Renée Bullen The block is separate from the tub, it could be stuck to the tub from all the build up over the years. Your washer should come apart just like the one in the video. If the filter prevents the block from dropping out you may have to remove it.

+AppliancePartsPros Do you have any magic ideas as to how to release a rusted tub from the block I would be grateful. Thanks

+Renée Bullen Did you get the tub out of the washer or is it stuck in there still?

+AppliancePartsPros Yes I finally got it out but now I need to know how I can remove the bleach dispensing hose

+Renée Bullen As I put two star cracks in the outer tub in the process. I must have been to rough!

Mary Ponciano I would check the suspension and make sure the legs/feet are level.