Transmission Bearing Replacement On A Whirlpool/Maytag Washer!

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11 ай бұрын

My method of replacing a noisy bearing inside the transmission of a newer style Whirlpool/Maytag/Amana/Kenmore/Admiral washing machine. This transmission is often considered to be not serviceable but with a little bit of creativity anything is possible. A bad bearing can cause a loud roaring sound during the washers spin cycle. If you are interested in replacing the transmission (bearing included in assembly), which is the recommended solution to the problem, the link is below.
Whirlpool transmission replacement video:
• Fixing A Whirlpool/May...

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@ethelryan257 2 ай бұрын

Oh, I shouldn't worry too much about having enough donor transmissions - these were built to fail. Very good video, thank you!

@DuctTapeMechanic 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@illdoctrine9329 11 ай бұрын

I used to use an upside down tub & put the tranny in upside down in the tub hole. Then soak the gearbox seal in mineral oil for a few minutes. It always comes apart really easy. This is actually a great alternative. I never thought to swap out the top like that. That shaft seal is available too Inthink $3.50 or so. I’ll post part number later. Awesome vid bro!

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

I'll have to try the mineral oil idea! I appreciate the feedback and support!

@spicky2966 4 ай бұрын

pls post "shaft seal is available too I think $3.50 or so"

@David-Ray 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video! Actually informative!

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Kiwi10563 6 ай бұрын

hello thank you for the video. Do you have the bearing number or size? THANKS

@coolrobuxgaming 11 ай бұрын

What is the model number on this washer. Is it a WTW4900BW0 or WTW4900BW1?

@Ififitzisitz 6 ай бұрын

I watched another video on the topic and I think the reason it's built like that is because whirlpool doesn't want you rebuilding their transmissions, instead they would rather you order an entirely new part and so they make more money. The only motive is money for these big companies

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

Yeah it's truly sad

@markvanleeuwen6678 3 ай бұрын

A new trans is 180. Pretty good pricpoint to get your machine back on the road.

@hectortorres7426 8 ай бұрын

Exellent...!!! Thankyou ....!!!!

@DuctTapeMechanic 8 ай бұрын

Your welcome!

@jaycole3768 6 ай бұрын

Can the same thing be done to a gearcase?

@uptemposhoes6139 4 ай бұрын

I currently have mvwc565fw1… I having a violent shaking during spin cycle. I’ve replaced the suspension rods. New metal hub kit. But no luck. When i install the inner tub in place, it never sits level causing the hub to be off center. I do have quite a bit of teeth of the shaft rusted bad and I can physically wiggle the tub. Can one of the Amazon kits replace the shaft and bearings for this type of transmission?

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

I do not know of any transmission shaft kit for this sort of machine. It is a sealed transmission

@markvanleeuwen6678 4 ай бұрын

I rebuild these. No need to drill a big hole or bend big tang. Good job on the top bottom swap. I say change to grease. Lol now i do e direct drives too

@JeffRobertson-he8wi 3 ай бұрын

Tell me more..

@markvanleeuwen6678 3 ай бұрын

@@JeffRobertson-he8withere are no internet videos on how to do a bearing change properly...though the guys in tiajuana do it all the time... think ill keep it that way too.. i even do the new direct drives now too. If my retarted ass can figure it out, you can too.

@michaelhagen2712 2 ай бұрын

Is there much more involved in just replacing the top bearing? Any specific tools or jigs needed to separate the shaft and bearing from the housing? Thanks.

@frankish5314 2 ай бұрын

If there a seal between the inner and outer shaft? Mine is starting to get noisy.

@bensappliancesandjunk 11 ай бұрын

How long did it take to do the re-build start to finish?

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

I would say it probably took 2.5 hours but I feel like I can do it in half the time now! BTW I enjoy your channel. Hope to hit 100k subs someday! Any tips?

@bensappliancesandjunk 11 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic Just keep making good videos. It takes time to build up the audience, but its like a rolling train, and if you do it right it just keeps going up I think.

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Right on! Keep up the good work!

@jennycakesnovember3027 11 ай бұрын

I follow both of you and in the past 3 days I've learned more about washers than I can say. I've tried every possible fix to not prevail with my GE washer. I'm so sad but thank the both of you for your informative videos. Mine will not drain at all and the cost to have someone come out and fix it is the price of a new one. 😢

@drstyxquack 4 ай бұрын

How about the center shaft? I have a maytag that has chewed up the splines on both the shaft and wash plate.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

You're gonna need to replace the transmission if you want to save the washer.

@drstyxquack 4 ай бұрын

There is no other way to save it?

@uptemposhoes6139 4 ай бұрын

I’m having the same with mine. I replace the suspension rods and hub kit and the tub still is off center like the splines are too far gone

@illdoctrine9329 11 ай бұрын

Whatever you do don’t damage that steel flange sleeve.

@spicky2966 3 ай бұрын

Any idea of the Transmission Shalf Seals part number upper and lower?

@DuctTapeMechanic 3 ай бұрын

Didn't get the part number (didn't think anyone would be interested)

@spicky2966 3 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic ok

@jimmylegs06 4 ай бұрын

Packer hat. Nice.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Go Pack Go! Actually got it from Lambeau!

@jimmylegs06 4 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic Love it.

@illdoctrine9329 11 ай бұрын

YAAAAAAYYYY!!!!!!!

@jaycole3768 10 ай бұрын

Why do they leak oil.

@DuctTapeMechanic 10 ай бұрын

Cheap seal at bottom of transmissions

@spicky2966 4 ай бұрын

New machines use silicone grease(PTFE) nowadays.....

@susanvaughn741 7 ай бұрын

So, I guess if my machine is making bearing noise, it probably not worth repairing?

@DuctTapeMechanic 7 ай бұрын

Yes, probably not worth it!

@sgnt9337 5 ай бұрын

I disagree. You can replace (DIY) the gearbox. Part cost should be in range of $220-$260.

@markvanleeuwen6678 3 ай бұрын

Try it. I did. Now i sell them lol.

@peteasmann8269 4 ай бұрын

Love the hat.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Got it from Lambeau!

@peteasmann8269 4 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic Awesome. Love the proshop. Visit everytime I'm in Green Bay.

@joedifranco1659 4 ай бұрын

Is it even worth the time and money to rebuild it? You can just buy a new transmission and swap it out.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Definitely not time efficient. This was more for research and development lol!