Maytag Washer Repair - How to replace the Tub Seal Kit

[@Robert-pi6vs]

Man your in good shape for what you do ,that's a young man job. Take care Mr repair man.

[@FixDotCom]

Thanks, Ralph!

[@MarkSchuster-ym3iy]

This is a fairly new invention . In the 1950s as a kid I was fascinated with my aunts ringer washer, you know with the two wooden pins turning together so when I stuck my finger in it that thing grabbed me and started pulling me through ! I screamed like a stuffed pig and I’m sure I wasn’t the first 5 year old to be fascinated with those two deadly rollers. Thank God for invention and the modern washing machine. Of coarse I was so terrified with my first interaction with a washing machine that I never tried something stupid like climb into the tub and close the lid washers are dangerous lol

[@JefftheDonkeyGuy]

There's a minor editing do-funny where you get a step out of order, and you leave out reinstalling the spanner nut, but those are minor. You have made a superbly useful video. I maintain things for our local animal shelter, and we don't begin to have enough money to pay for everything that needs to be done. I am grateful to you.

[@calpard7625]

The bearing and seal was reassembled 11:20 -13:33 was shown before the disassembly, it had me confused for a little bit but figured it out.

[@240LTS]

... Yes. I logged it to say that but you already did. Can't believe of all the people involved in putting this out, SOMEONE didn't catch that.

[@dannytomlinson4533]

I was wondering why he was putting the springs back on...

[@junfabi1]

I have a few useful tips after doing this job: 1. a pipe wrench will do the same job as the spanner. 2.the hub will give you a good fight & the shaft will kinda turn with it..I needed a second pipe wrench on the shaft to stop this.be careful about the splines!,use tape. 3.a few drops of WD40will help here, but the hub seal is in the way.I poked a hole to insert the WD40 straw to get to the hub thread 4.vise grips work well with the suspension springs and spring clamps.. 5.mark the legs and tub cover support. 6.Now is a good time to scrub off scum & hard water deposits on both tubs to remove the funny smell.

[@mjacobm]

Thanks, i am getting ready to do the job with much trepidation 😬

[@junfabi1]

@@mjacobm If you have ever changed a tire, or replaced a fan belt in a car...this is a pc. of cake.

[@troyleong7412]

Was going to try this fix.....but the repair is beyond me. I don't have the spanner wrench and I don't have the tool to take the springs off. You have to be a washer specialist to do this fix. GOOD LUCK!!!!!! We're going to get a new washer. The one we have now is about 25 years old so it's done it's duty. Thanks for the video.

[@ridgekuhn]

You can find the spanner and seal nut wrench on ebay (sold by Detroit Tools). Stuff coins into the spring while stretched to remove or install the springs. I've never fixed a washing machine before but just did this repair myself today with no problems.

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

You're not gonna like the new washers! Oh, I see your reply was 4 months ago. Did you get a new washer?

[@jackbreaksdownthedallascow6765]

@@ridgekuhn Thanks for the hack. I'd rather buy a spring spreader (assuming I could find one) than stuff quarters into six heavy duty springs. Funny that the guy on the video didn't resort to quarters. Would have undermined the statement that this was an easy job.

[@ridgekuhn]

Motorhomeschooling Yeah. The closest I was able to find to the OEM tool were 3D-printed reproductions, and you couldn’t pay me enough to stretch a spring with that much tension using a little plastic thing! tbh, I thought while I was doing it that stuffing the springs full of coins might actually be safer than using the tool, since there’s no risk of the spring slipping off and snapping back in your face!

[@ridgekuhn]

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[@projas7482]

Thank you for your help. I change the pump before trying the tub seal and bearing . Unfortunately it wasn't neither. I'm going to try the agitator which I should of tried first.

[@WJA302]

Great video, the only problem I ran into was getting the spanner wrench. It was discontinued in 2016 and it was 100.00 back then. Ended up getting a new washer; my 18 year old model did not owe me anything.

[@joerevere937]

I would like to have seen how you accessed those rear springs! Looks like fun! 🤣Thanks for the video.

[@BrianODonohue]

You make it look easy. Thanks for this helpful instruction!

[@natanaelbatista9265]

Thank you for your help. I'm in Puerto Rico, very helpful.

[@robertespinoza2519]

Thanks for your video and guide me to replace my stuff on the same washer.

[@MarkSchuster-ym3iy]

He does a nice job looks like he’s been the maytag repairman for decades . I’m not criticizing I’m 65 hrs got more energy than me too lol

[@douglaswilke8582]

On certain Maytag washers ( LAT9206), the lock ring and tub hub are left- hand threaded.

[@davemessink6410]

On my older unit, the seal was a separate plastic piece that needed to be threaded off independent from the hub. I destroyed it getting it off as it was seized to the hub, but the new hubs have the seal integrated so it was no loss,

[@vert5]

Think mine has that plastic part too.

[@ifiddle2]

Great video - thanks!! I have an older Magic Chef that has a longer drive shaft and I can't get the spindle (that holds the agitator) back on as it seems to be about 1/2" off. There's a spring inside the spindle and it does compress. Just not enough drive shaft sticking up. I've removed the spring, attached the spindle & agitator, started the washer on low water setting. It agitates, spins, drains, acts normal. Grrrr! I replaced the spin bearing about 9 years ago and am doing it again. Still like this washer!

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[@ericknoblauch9195]

This is the first Maytag washer that I have seen where the motor is on rhe right side. The Maytags I had, and the one my mother had all had the motor on the left. The pump was on the right in front. Where is the pump? It has to be behind the motor.

[@karinamendez3375]

DIOS BENDIGA SU VIDA SEÑOR....he aprendido mucho solo viendo...he reparado muchas lavadoras....y he Sido lo más honesto que puedo con mis clientes por qué en este oficio hay mucha gente deshonesta...

[@georgiahasan3787]

This video has instructions out of order. Part of re-assembly comes before before the seal is replaced. I reran the video there a few times to see what I thought I missed, spacing off or something. Lol. So reassembly has that big hole in it. Does the grease mentioned come with the kit?

[@JB-bb1zw]

Dont forget the o ring around the bearing retainer (thats where it goes) and dont forget to clock or index the pan, it only goes one way or the outer tub wont line up

[@donaldwilliams6740]

Movie

[@redshirt-scotty]

i have a 4 bolt inner basket. it's not coming loose. any suggestions?

[@JoseOrtiz-qv3qc]

Hola Steve. Gracias por compartir tus vídeos. Son muy prácticos, aprendo mucho de ti. Continuo atento a todos para aprender mas. Saludos y Gracias

[@jfrantzen2011]

What is the name of the part you used to remove the springs on the outer tub in the bottom (black and plastic looking), don't see it listed and can't find it online.

[@pauleshelman5862]

Love how he makes it easy!

[@JosephRosmarin]

I have a Maytag SAV2655AWW which I think was made in 2004 (the two letters on the of the serial number are EV. Does the hub (not the hub seal nut) turn clockwise or counterclockwise. I ask because a previous video of yours on a different Maytag model you went clockwise to loosen and on this model it looks like you went counterclockwise? If I can't loosen the hub, any suggestion on the safest way to cut it off without damaging the spindle.

[@zackeryk20kennedy80]

What if two bolts break off in the outer tub how would you get them out

[@edgardogarcia3791]

Muchas gracias. Como sugerencia, faltan tomas de acercamientos.

[@jj-xk1ty]

Muchas Gracias excelente vídeo me ayudó muchísimo. Te felicito y ya le di Like ! Un abrazo desde México City

[@snowstorm281]

So where does the small gasket go?

[@johnshea8353]

How do I fix the agitator in the tub of Maytag washer

[@noonansnakies5769]

Is this what you need to replace when you have water leaking from around the whole tub bottom of your washer? Thank you

[@rand8598]

I watched your video says turn spaner nut counterclockwise but watched another says turn clockwise. Neither of these looks exactly like my Maytag spanner nut so I beat on it both ways but if will not loosen I’m at a standstill

[@chrisfi3d]

...and so is your machine! Boom Boom . Here all week folks.

[@240LTS]

@@chrisfi3d ... Try the veal and tip your waitresses. :-)

[@julierobichaux6899]

would love a video on replacing or repairing the transmission shaft when it has come free from place

[@zapatacroc1322]

Disclpe, que modelo y marca es la lavadora

[@josemolina9616]

Agitator vs. No Agitator? Can I upgrade my Maytag from not agitator to agitator.

[@scottbaseball8046]

How much will cost me on labor this replacement? I have a leak problem on my Maytag on the right side.

[@DesDriftDad]

Wait a minute... At 11:09 you were removing the hub support cover bolts and at 11:15 you are putting them back in... What happened in between?? Bearing seal assy??

[@tammyward5025]

I noticed that too. I was so confused. Around 13:30 he was removing the bolts on the support cover again and the springs were off. These springs are so hard to get off and he takes them off and puts them on a couple times. I think during the editing of this video that things were put in the wrong order.

[@MarkSchuster-ym3iy]

I guess because there’s no closeup I don’t get why he put the springs back on etc

[@loricruz6992]

What model of Maytag washer is this?

[@billtad]

That front panel is also held on the bottom.

[@WLoewen93]

Hi I have an mav5000aww washer and when it’s in cycle it make a grinding noise, and when it spins it’s quiet, any help would be appreciated!

[@tomasmataramirez9436]

Está lavadora trae capacitor?

[@enriqueolvera3664]

I have and amada washer but iy does not have a bolt in the center agitator it has a plastic point i cant pull it out cant fine a video about that washer some help please

[@emiliovilla4546]

I have a MAYTAG washer and I need to change the tub seal kit but when I rotate it the transmission rotates too,what can I do???? Thank you for your help

[@stanpique2161]

Having the same issue

[@junfabi1]

pls refer to my tips above.I just did the same exact repair.You need.to keep.the splines(transmission).steady.I used 2 pipe wrenched.One for the seal spider nut and the other for to steady the splines: use DUCT TAPE here to protect the splines

[@emperorgluteusmaximus7069]

Lifting the top on an older model requires removal of both front panels first.

[@onlyrte7304]

Very helpful. Thankyou

[@jsjoe66]

What size is the spanner wrench and where can it be purchased?

[@markdawson25]

Is this a seal you would replace if clothes are getting oil on them? We've had our washer serviced twice and each time the oil comes back after about a year... the first time they replaced a seal of some sort, and the second time I think they replaced the transmission.

[@haroldmccalister566]

I'm having trouble getting a spanner wrench. What size is it?

[@amg0732]

Same here I’m looking for a 1/2 scanner wrench

[@tammyward5025]

The Spanner wrench is available at McCombs in Pennsylvania. I purchased in from them on EBay for $67.00.

[@ffas23]

How does one know if this part needs to be replaced? What would we notice to be wrong with our Machine to know this Tub Seal Kit needs to be replaced? My Maytag Performa is Model PAV2300.

[@dknowles60]

when it starts leaking water

[@williamdon3442]

Will any common hardware store carry these parts???are any of these companies parts interchangeable ???

[@junfabi1]

There are so many sellers available online: just look for the best deal Found mine in E bay.

[@fernandosolis2351]

which is the failure mode to replace the tube seal kit?

[@junfabi1]

when it starts to leak

[@ralphtorres4016]

Thanks Great Video!

[@suzannelebizarre5705]

I'd love to know what is happening with my maytag washer...no lites, motor runs constantly, can't put it in diagnostic mode...(CONTROL BOARD?)

[@nomanjones4803]

Whoever designed that washer should be fired.

[@ffas23]

We have had our Maytag Performa PAV2300 trouble free for 16 years until now being the Motor started emitting a odor that smelled like burnt candles. It finally seized up so I replaced the motor with a new one checking the pump pully and Trans pully. They both spun freely in a clockwise direction. Counter clockwise the pump pully spun freely but the Trans pully there is resistance but I can turn it by hand. With the belt not connected I ran the replacement New motor to see if it ran ok with the belt now disconnected. It ran nicely but started to emit the same odor and started smoking. I am at my wits end now. I spoke to someone online from a Appliance Parts online and he told me to replace the trust bearing and it will cure my problem but to be honest I am a little suspect that it will not. Been doing a lot of research. I should mention that the new motor replacement made the washing machine run like new. We must of done 10 wash loads over a week but the last one that smell I spoke about started and when it happened within seconds the machine shut down. The new motor still turns freely. It did not seize. At this point I ordered another new motor and the trust bearing kit. If it doesn’t fix the problem I am giving up and purchasing a brand new machine. Asked some questions here on You Tube but haven’t been answered back as of yet and I have to make a move being without a working washing machine in the house now 4 days.

[@chrisfi3d]

ffas23 - how did you go in the end?

[@SuperMoreno73]

True

[@dknowles60]

@@ffas23 that was not the best maytags made. you need to find a good use newton ia made befor 2005. that transmission only has about a 15 year life

[@dknowles60]

@@ffas23 the performa was made in herbon IL

[@li6130]

Steve @ 0:11: "It's a really easy job" Steve, the experienced pro with all the tools, still on his knees disassembling the washer at 15:00 . . . .

[@mauriciobarrossilva5249]

Very good

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

Oh my gosh, is the whole tub made out of plastic? My Kenmore broke recently and there are plastic bits here and there - I guess it came from the dang tub! I want one made out of metal please!

[@MarkSchuster-ym3iy]

Go one hell of a lot faster using a Dewalt battery impact driver with sockets !

[@hapetaa]

what is the year of the Maytag washer in this video?

[@junfabi1]

I bought mine..same model Brand new in 2006

[@fireyourrocketts]

Where do we buy that spanner wrench????????

[@junfabi1]

I did not need one.I used a pipe wrench

[@tammyward5025]

I found the Spanner wrench used in this video from McCombs Supply Company in Pennsylvania in December 2023. It works great but it did cost around $67.00. I live near Chicago, Illinois and could not find this Spanner wrench anywhere in Indiana or Illinois. I love my Maytag Atlantis washer and I insisted on fixing it. But it is not an easy job and they have been many obstacles…. Discontinued parts and tools (Spanner wrench and spring removal tool) without these tools, I don’t know how you would take the tub nut or the tub springs off. This has been a very time consuming repair. I have already replaced the motor (in 2020) along with the water pump in November 2023 so hopefully I’ll be good for awhile.

[@jimmayors2315]

"... and, it's a really easy job." There are a lot of steps to this really easy job! ;-)

[@renogalea2421]

I am in the process of changing the tub seal Kit, but having a hell of a time removing the large treaded square shaped metal nut that holds the inner tub. Any help with this will be apreciated.

[@jackbreaksdownthedallascow6765]

I'm facing the same dilemma. It simply won't come off! Did you ever find a solution?

[@salvagedsavage5010]

I used a hammer and chisel and knock it around

[@tammyward5025]

The Spanner wrench has 3 pins that fit into the 3 of the 4 bolt holes on the tub nut. Once you get the Spanner wrench you will have to use a mini sledge hammer to hit the Spanner wrench to knock it loose and then you can spin it off with your hands. I got my Spanner wrench in December 2023 on EBay from McCombs Supply Company in Pennsylvania for $67.00.

[@francisalloway4020]

Good Video but not an easy fix when you have take whole washer apart and reassembly it.

[@rolandroy2516]

Where can I purchase the three pin wrench?

[@tammyward5025]

I bought a Spanner Wrench (the three pin wrench in the video) in December 2023 from an EBay auction. The company that sold it is McCombs Supply Company located in Pennsylvania. The Spanner wrench cost me $67.00.

[@tammyward5025]

McCombs Supply in Pennsylvania said they sell this Spanner wrench all day long whereas I live near Chicago, Illinois and this Spanner wrench has been discontinued for years.

[@marcocanchola7880]

What is this seal kit number, I need it

[@junfabi1]

New Genuine OEM Whirlpool Washer Washing Machine Hub and Seal Kit W10219156

[@pinkrizo3815]

OMG this is alot of work & Im not even half way threw the video😭 & I'm a first timer 😳😂😂 O Boy! This wont be fun. 😲

[@junfabi1]

I agree.The job required lifting the tub, pulling springs and turning stubborn bolts etc.

[@drcowan3468]

Good luck here. Seems like if you can get those six springs off, you'll never get them back on.

[@farmerjohn8770]

Spanner wrench - size? Come with kit? Didn't show using it during reassembly.

[@FixDotCom]

Hi, the spanner wrench is not included with the kit. With the reassembly socket and ratchet was used.

[@carlossalas5712]

Perfect

[@josephblomeister3040]

Awesome!

[@chriscaron9530]

any info on replacing the seal in a stackable maytag?

[@FixDotCom]

What model number do you have and what seal are you attempting to replace?

[@ScottWConvid19]

@@FixDotCom have you got a video on how to replace a water inlet valve on a maytag washing machine that has a top that's fastened with screws from the inside?

[@Mike_E_DeShaman]

Is it ever just as simple as that seal on top .. mine has the water coming down from somewhere in the middle.. just seems like water shouldn't even be getting to where that assembly is in the first place

[@junfabi1]

there are 2 seals.

[@douglasde0519]

When I pulled off the front panel of my washer I could see signs of water being splattered around the inside. Does that mean that this is the part I want to be replacing?

[@FixDotCom]

Hi Doug. Could you send us the model number of your washer so we can help you troubleshoot it? Thanks!

[@junfabi1]

Check for leaks right after washing..if it is wet any where, then start looking: leaking tub,tub seals, hoses? drain pump?fill valves?The inside should always be dry. Good luck.

[@wwilson5330]

When is the Hub reinstalled?

[@calpard7625]

what model number is this Maytag Washer? It resembles an Admiral Washer which the model number is unidentifiable.

[@FixDotCom]

I think this was a model MAV2757AWW but that style of washer was produced by Maytag and sold under the Admiral, Magic Chef, Amana, Norge and Performa brand names as well.

[@rubo1964]

its refreshing not to see stupid suspension rods so common on new washers and they sag and become prone to fail.I dont understand why manufacturers went with that direction when older machine worked just fine without and lasted years more 10-15yrs more

[@1017ats]

i have some..washer so what number parts it si..

[@FixDotCom]

The seal kit used in this video was part number FIX2349020.

[@BroMikey55]

Thank you, I am doing one tonight

[@hosamibrahim568]

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[@MarkSchuster-ym3iy]

Kinda pisses me off that camera didn’t move once.

[@li6130]

it pans down, once, at 10:09. Great action shot, but blink and you miss it.

[@ScottWConvid19]

I have a maytag MTW5800TWO . The top is screwed down from the inside and doesn't have clips. This video is useless for my maytag. It would be better for you to title which models this works for, rather than make it sound like these are the steps for maytag washing machines, in general.

[@benfranklin2744]

Washer drain stopped up

[@FixDotCom]

Hi there. Are you looking for help replacing the drain pump or another part? If you send us over your washer's model number, we can help you get that washer working again!

[@stanpique2161]

He forgot to show when he puts back the 6 springs

[@Auen73]

It's a really easy job if you have this specialty tool......that I have here.....see?

[@jackbreaksdownthedallascow6765]

Good luck trying to find those handy tools he has. I've looked everywhere and can't find the spanner wrench or the spring spreader, which is indispensable. I removed the springs with cam buckles & hooks, but I should have thought this through. Not sure how that will work to reinstall the springs when I can't see what I'm doing.

[@christinadavid3850]

I like

[@christinadavid3850]

Wow

[@edcarter3306]

you cut out the most important part!!!! replacing the bearing and seals. Whats up with that????

[@cwilczak8706]

Ed Carter Yes he did! I thought I missed something and double checked. This is almost worthless

[@junfabi1]

No he did not.Play it back half speed.I used this video to do the exact same repair

[@Peter-pv8xx]

Too much wrenching, why no power tools, cordless impact and or cordless ratchet, my hands and arms are aching just watching, after all time is money, I'm pretty sure you can get them in Canada or maybe not, I don't know.

[@caseyoliver4718]

Huh are you kidding me right now and No it is Not a easy job okay because I've done tub seals on a 2006 maytag performa washer and believe me it is Not a easy job No is Not and Never doing it again he makes it look easy or even sound easy only because he's a professional and he's probably done this for over 40 years of course it would be really easy job for him

[@troyleong7412]

Well GEEEEESUS......IT WOULD BE EASIER JUST TO BUY A NEW WASHER!!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!

[@wwilson5330]

When is the Hub reinstalled?

[@sonshinetres4541]

Sorry but this looks anything but easy! Thought i could DIY but this is way over my abilities :(

[@raymondgonzales6405]

Out of sequence

[@billtad]

You fail to mention besides the clips. Which are a bitch. There are 2 bolts holding the top down.

[@kokovox]

What a terrible and old-fashioned design. It takes half an hour for a professional to replace a part. Imagine how long it would take a non professional....

[@denisegoodson7807]

9

[@caseyoliver165]

I don't know why he always says easy and Noooo it is Not an easy job replacing bearings out of a washing machine and No it is Not easy at all, maybe for him because he's been doing it probably 60 plus years and doing a bearing kit replacement is a very hard job and very frustrating so whatever dude.

[@nuckinfuts920]

Never worked on a washer in my life and I just did my tub seal in an hour and a half. Some people are more mechanically inclined than others. No reason to get upset about it.

[@petera4667]

A real easy job? Specialty tools required. Bad editing. This is a major repair, time consuming especially if it's your first time. Need to be more honest in what's required in time and tools to repair, just want to sell you parts.

[@randyporter7159]

Peter A if it was easy they would have women and children doing it! Man up! It is a how to video. If it is too much for you then pay a repair man.