That's how you make a "how to" video: perfect audio, perfect pace, no silly commentary, concise, just perfect in every way. Thank you sir!

Love this video. I used it to successfully replace the bearings and driveshaft. I replaced the tension rods while I was in there. Your video helped so much, especially the trick with the car jack. Thank you for saving me hundreds in labor costs!

Still saving our asses 3 years later, My top bearing did the same thing and i couldnt get the ring out. I appreciate you!

Solved my rotor issue. On my washer there is a heavy duty magnet which made it require more of a tug to get the rotor off. Most of the work is done. Just waiting 24 hours for the glue to dry. Great video! I really enjoy doing projects, especially when my wife doesn’t think I’m up to it. Many thanks!!!!!

Great video, replace bearings and drive shaft, threw it back together and it worked! Use of the scissors jack was brilliant! Thank you for posting this.

This is the best tutorial I’ve found online by far! Thank you for taking the time to explain in detail

Holy Moly, Batman. Extremely well presented video. Concise and yet you fully explained every single step. I've got a Bravos XL model to do and will be looking for the alternate 'loosening' of the top that one of your commenters mentioned. I thought this job was going to be a nightmare, but your video is going to make the job easy... Keep up the excellent work. Really, really brilliant explanations at every step. The use of the scissors jack was especially ingenious. Thanks, Phil!

Man, the level of explanation and detail in this how-to is just AWESOME.

Your video saved me. Thanks for taking the time to record it for the rest of us.

This is an excellent tutorial. Great for a beginner, or someone like myself...a seasoned mechanic who is not familiar with the machine. This was a big help!

As a seasoned machine repairman... The Video streamlined the repair. Knowing in advance what to look for, and tear-down order was an Immense help! First time doing this and completed in 1 1/2 hours... getting tools together, tear-down and assembly. Your video was spot on except for driving shaft and bearings out. That was somewhat longer than your video showed, which caused me to wonder if I missed something..(Laughed at self). But Great Video and thank you for sharing!

Thanks for the tutorial. I just finished fixing mine. No more 'jet engines' in my basement. Honestly, I could have just bought a new machine, it's not beyond my budget. I just like the feeling of triumph when I fix my own stuff.

This is such a well made video, incredibly detailed step-by-step procedure. Thanks for taking the time to make this!

Have watched several videos pertaining to this repair, but your tutorial encouraged me to take on this task. Very well explained and details were precise and clear. Thank you Sir!

This video was perfect! We followed step by step with no problems! Thank you

This is one of the most informative methods of changing bearings on the internet by far, thanks so much Phil. Now I'm gonna look one more time and then tackle my Cabrio washing machine, actually the parts is not here yet, but as soon as they reached I will, my confidence is so so high.

Phil thank you so much for sharing this video. Because of you I’ve successfully fixed my washer following your video and saved at least $1000. I really appreciate your help! She’s running so quiet!:)))

Thank you so much for sharing this howto. I have a Maytag Bravos MVWX600XW0 and this helped me decide whether to call someone or do it all myself. Removing the drum seems like the hardest part of the job.

Extremely well done video! Your instructions were clear and concise. There wasn't a single unnecessary step and every step worked as described.

I just replaced the bearings today by following this video. Step by step, everything went smooth and had a great outcome. Thanks for the info.

Saved me hundreds of dollars! Bought the $54 kit in Amazon instead of the $120 just for the appliance guy to show up plus cost and labor. Took me 4 evenings because I had some differences and additional troubles I'll describe to help the next person: 1. My kid's licking tabs were different and additionally required unscrewing a 1/4" hex from the top of a green hinge on the back so the lid can be pulled forward and then the locking tabs pushed. 2. Same problem where I had to use a car jack and block of wood. 3. The nut on the bottom of the drive shaft was completely seized so I had to destroy it with a grinder. 4. Drive shaft was stuck and wouldn't come out with my 1 lb hammer. Don't waste your time people and just get a 4 lb hammer and it does the job. 5. Couldn't get the new drive shaft in, seemed like it was getting caught on the upper bearing and didn't want to destroy it by hammering it. Splintered my wood block trying to use that to hammer it. Eventually found out my car floor jack's handle fit perfectly over the splines onto the thick flat part, and hammered that instead where it eventually seated itself. 6. Don't forget to hook the drain back up before you run it for the first time! Oops.

I am an appliance tech and business owner and have done many of these. Your video is excellent

Thanks for Great video! The only thing I would add would be to make sure the bearings are seated all the way or you will be taking the shaft and seal apart again or the cap for the agitator will not seat properly. I used a small bottle jack which made it easy but any port in a storm.

Great how-to video. Made me feel confident enough to pull my washer apart and I'm not even sure what is wrong with it.

Very informative and step by step instructions. Thank you for taking the time to video, edit, and post!

Count me among the many thankful! Using your video, the job was a breeze (other than getting the tub out, that was a sonofab****!).

This was just informative enough for me to make the decision that my washer has had a good life the last 6 years, and that I am not going to spend the time to probably fix a $380 washing machine 😌

Helped me out enough to let me know I'm not doing this. Thank you

Fantastic video. I enjoyed watching it. I also decided to not pursue this route due to old age of the machine. So thank you for making it easy to make this decision by watching your video.

Great Video a few call outs when pulling tub out washer I used the scissor jack method from another video. But it still required me to pount with a hammer on the large metal gear for a while don't be to afraid of hitting it hard and use the metal rod from the bearing kit. Lifting the washer up and down a lot requires space I pulled mine into the garage. This project took me about 5 hrs. It would have been less if I was not afraid of breaking tub by hitting gear really hard to get it out. This is the really hard part but cut wood to 22.5 inches and car sizzor jack made it a whole lot easier. The bearing too is a must to use. Clean every part you take out to make machine smell better.. Good luck.

Thank you! This tutorial turned a nightmare in to a dream! 2.5 hours soup to nuts, including gathering all the tools

Absolutely 'excellent' presentation of "how-to"!

Excellent video - this helped immensely. One thing I would caution - when inserting the rubber seal, be very careful to properly seat and keep the spring in place. I nearly ruined the spring as the seal was very tight.

This is the absolute best video for this repair.

You are amazingly and pleasantly clear and concise with your instructions! Great job on the Clip!

Great instructional video laying out all the steps and each tool needed along the way. I've got the part ordered from Amazon and I'm just waiting for it to show up.

Great step by step video most informative I’ve seen Thanks

Thanks for this well presented and thorough demonstration. It was just what I needed.

Very clear instructions. Especially the callout titles.

I used a bottle jack instead of scissor jack. Other than that I used my impact drill to take it apart and back together. This video is very good.

Great video! But, had to chuckle about the use of "simply" remove the wash plate😂. Sometimes, that is the hardest part of this job. You can either make a couple hand tools to bend under the wash plate or buy a pair of trampoline spring stretchers.

I clicked the amazon link and purchased the, OCTOPUS AP5325033 & AH3503307 W10435274 Bearings Washer Tool Kit. It didn't come with a thrust washer but instead a thrust bearing for the lower tub bearing install. Please note that the upper and lower bearing presses are not labeled, but they are different. The top has a longer press than than bottom. I watched the AppliancePartsPros video to get more information on this repair and it certainly looked like they used the wrong bearing press on top. Only 4-5 threads were showing on the bottom of the press rod. I bent the spacer tube and bottom bearing washer. I couldn't install the drive shaft, so be very careful. I simply used my OEM spacer tube and washer and the drive shaft inserted perfectly. The unit needs to seal overnight so I'll check back in after a few operational checks. Thanks again.

Excellent diy! It's my 2nd time using your video. Next time I'll have to replace the shaft as well (the stainless sleeve is grooved).

great video took 2 attempts at seating the bearings first attempt i may have not set bearings deep enough using the puller and the new drive shaft did not want to fit without some tapping was difficult to turn driveshaft so i knocked out driveshat reseated new bearings and used the original driveshaft which fit perfectly could have been the new driveshaft was not exact size as original washer work’s great

Video explained everything perfectly. Got the machine fixed and it’s good as new. Thank you!

Phil I have cannot remember when I first sub’d to you but I have the same washer and developed a leak and need this to learn how to take it apart, thank you!

Followed this video and it was great. Only one gotcha. In my case the washer between the sleeve and the bearing on the stattor side wasn’t tight enough in the diameter. Not sure why but after 3 attempts trying to get the shaft through (the washer just jumped around preventing the shaft to go through) we instant glued the washer to the sleeve to prevent that and bingo it worked. The glue held it just long enough to keep everything aligned.

The step with the adhesive on the seal after it is installed is missing on all other videos. This will be my third go around with this washer in the 10 years we have had it. I'm pretty confident that this is the missing step that will fix it long term this time. Thank you.

Straight to the point

Nice video. Will be replacing mine for the second time in about 5 years. HE POS. Needed a refresher video to repair. New washers are so expensive. Just as much as HE whick I won't be buying next time around.

Yo, Phil! You did a FINE job and that was a fine kit but when 'Old Squawky' gives it up it'll be time for Sweetums to go pick one out and get someone to bring it and get the old one. Probably Lowes. That thing sqawked and honked since it was turned on. The seller said it was the seal but I thought a seal barked. Different seal. I guess. Thanks, Buddy! Go fish, do not pass go and do not collect $200.00 and have a Jesus weekend! GBWYall

Thanks for the detailed video. I attempted this repair but now I'm seeing F:50 error message and washer doesn't seem to spin. I can move drum and agitator by hand so I don't think it's seized. I'm thinking maybe something wasn't plugged back in properly?

Great video! I just used the kit on the link and my washing machine works like new!! Thank you!

Great Job, only thing i found different was the top Lid on mine. Removed two 1/4 inch screws and slide top forward to swing up.

Excellent instructional video. Thank you, Phil.

Thank you sir got it in. I guess im lucky the top bearing came out with the shaft

Worked great, thanks for the video.

For all y'all struggling to [simply] lift the wash plate: my appliance pro uses a shoelace slid under the plate to work it loose. Somehow. I dunno. Maybe you can do something with that information.

Very good job. Detailed explanation.

Excellent video! So incredibly helpful - thank you!!

Absolutely wonderful teaching Vid-! Clear & precise! Excellent Teacher! Since my washer smells like metal burning whn n use, as they're obviously grinding down 2 bear metals, unfortunately, I think I may hav 2 pay exorbitant costs 4 repairs, or go buy a whole new one (vry close 2 wht repairs will be)...Curses...

Thanks for the detailed video. If the unit is just squeaky when moving, but won't run at high RPM (get UL code but have passed all other diagnostics and reset), is there reason to suspect bearings?

Thanks for the video. It was very helpful .

Great video...I'm going to take a crack at repairing mine now...

That was very informative. Thank you!

Hi Phil, again. I got my parts today and started in replacing the bearings. I removed the basket and discovered there is trapped water inside of it. Have know idea how it got in there but that has to be a problem. Wondering what your thought is on that. Yes, the bearings are shot but I'm thinking the trapped water in the basket could be causing the UL (unbalanced load) alarm. I could drill holes and get it out and maybe fill the holes with silicone but maybe it will just go back in. Funny thing is no matter how I tip and hold the basket the water doesn't drip out anywhere. Looking for some advice. But the video you have here rocks and is the ticket for the bearings. Thanks so much. Maybe time to get a new basket?

A few notes after doing this: not all lids open this way: I had to remove two screws in the rear and slide it forward. The kit I bought did not come with the bearing seat wrench. I tried making one, I tried renting one, but in the end, the only thing that worked for me was a hammer and a scrape 2x4. The Drum took forever to get out. PB penitraiting oil helps, but let it soak. I also used the car jack BUT I had to ad a strap to the board and rachet it to the ceiling in order to finally getit out. I had to put the bearings in and take them back out several times till I managed to get them in straight. I also had to hit the drive shaft in order to get that to seat. Initally, it was too high. Stripped one screw at the begining, but managed to get it out with pliers. One of the bolts on the bottom snaped off from over tighting it, but when all was said and done, it worked. Thank you for posting this very informative video.

My basket sits on the shaft and spins fine but when I put the drive hub on it doesn’t sit flush in the bottom of the basket. The drive hub pulls the basket up the shafts slightly when I tighten the screws so all the weight is on the drive hub. Doesn’t seem right. I measured both shafts and they are within .007” measuring from the tip to the shoulder. Any help is appreciated.

Great video, did everything you showed on the video turned out great!

Phil desde México un saludo y felicitaciones explicas muy claro todo el proceso.

What is the purpose of the weep hole? This is the first video I’ve seen that instructed to clean it out

Dang you're a patient man.

Alright I just saved myself, $150 buuuucks!

Great job on the video first of all. Next I'm having trouble finding a bearing kit for my Maytag Bravos XL model MVWB835DW2 any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

When I knocked out bottom bearing I noticed the cylindrical shaft that the bearing sits has a small piece that’s cracked off. Will this still seal?

Very informative! Thank you!

Thank you for your wisdom.

Should the spacer tube have any play in it after doing the press operation on the bearings?

THANK YOU!! Much needed!

Genius with jack...NOICE.

No grease on the bearing first at 7:50? I’m following this vid and another and the other vide they grease up the outer surface of the top and bottom bearings before pressing them together in place.

First off thank you for making this video. I have one question Should my rooter be hard to turn by hand once I install the top gasket or should it still turn freely? I have my washer apart waiting on your comment. Thanks

Do you have any recommendations on removing that top bearing piece mine did the same thing :(

This is a very good video...thanks so much for this...I am ready to do this job now...you made it look very easy....I hope mine is the same as yours. Thanks.....Al Sautner

Well, what type of grease is it?

Thanks for the video. I would like to know if this replacement would probably fix the issue I’m having with my machine, it is the same model. It is giving the message UL during the spin. I already tried to check if there are some clothes stuck outside the barrel and it is clean.

Help!!! Somehow when using the bearing press, the washer became crooked. Now the shaft ont go in. How do I correct this without ruining the new bearings???

To open my top there are 2 hook like tabs on both sides about 5" from the front corners that would not allow me to lift it without moviing the top forward, Forcefully.

Great video! Curious if my particular washer model would be a similar job. GE Deep Fill top load…?

Hi,... Thanks for the video. I have the tools from a previous repair and kit... Can you recommend a bearing and seal kit only? Thanks.

Phil, the replacement shaft I got has noticeable “slop” against the original hubs, which are still nice and tight against the original rusted out shaft. Think that’ll be a problem during operation?

What was the kit #, and maybe post a link Where you purchased the kit. I have the Bravos 300, but finding kits for the XL. EXCELLENT VIDEO;very linear in your explanation.

Thanks for the video! I have a question for you. My bearing is going and getting louder. Now I have a UL (unbalanced load) alarm. Could a bad bearing cause the UL alarm? I'm thinking that's also do to the bearing going but want your opinion on this. Thanks!! Pete

Awesome video

Appreciate this video

I have Maytag MVWB955FC1 washer would it be the same process?

Muy buenos los vídeos gracias

Great video. Do I have to have a washer tool or is there another method?

How are the replacement parts quality? Appliance online stores and Maytag charge so much more. Thanks for the video, exactly what I needed.

I have the same issue with the top bearing.Do you have any videos on how you made the tool to remove the top bearing?