How Fix A Shaking Maytag Performa Washer

[@johnnyfour9514]

Amazing help. For people doing this, make sure to use the links in the bio for the replacement parts. I used a different site and over paid by a lot. The springs I got cost $35 and his link cost $13.

[@kozzykat3850]

Great Video! The only thing I have to add for subscribers would be to apply two pieces of masking tape, one to the base plate of the drum assembly and one on the bottom of the washer, then apply a mark with a pen or sharpie on both pieces of tape so you can perfectly realign the drum assembly to its original position. Thanks again.

[@knutrokne3653]

Hey - thank you so much - this was so clear, so articulate and accurate, clean step-by-step. I experienced zero surprises, and was able to do this repair today. Thank you again! Outstanding production.

[@ffas23]

Finally got to our Older Maytag Performa 2300 Washer tonight. It kicked my rear end. Lucky I had some help lifting the tub out. The 2 rear springs were a bear to take out and reinstall new ones. The rest were not so bad. I will be 71 years old come February. Don’t have the strength I once had. Was surprised to find the Nylon Ring was in what looked to be nice shape no tears in it. If there was wear after all these years I didn’t notice it. Still I installed a new nylon ring and new springs. Did a load right after and it seems to be much better. Before I would have to open the hood it was jumping around so much. I would then try to adjust the cloths until it ran good again. It was happening too often. It almost seemed like the tub was going to jump out of the cabinet. On another note thanks for doing this video. It was a big help. Just a little bit of advice to older guys like myself you may need help lifting like I did and those Springs might be too much for you. Other then that I enjoyed doing this job. I think I spent no more the $20 for a set of 6 Springs and the Nylon Ring.

[@brianwoods4090]

I performed this repair today. Excellent instructions! Snubber ring was completely pulverized. Toughest part of repair was removing/resetting springs. Many thanks for this video.

[@phillipholland1602]

I have the same washing machine as in this video. Followed the exact instructions and now it seems that I have a new washer that's 18 years old. Wasn't looking forward to buying a new washer with a circuit board and water efficient that doesn't use enough water to wash your clothes. This saved the day, and a little money too. Thanks

[@rorycase4903]

Hi, I think you missed one thing. If your Performa is like ours, there is a panel in the back near the pump. 4 x 5/16 screws and it comes completely off. You now have great access to those back springs. So much easier and you have much better leverage to connect them. Thanks for the great video. It made the whole thing easy.

[@shaunedwards4893]

I got a atlantis unit..no back panel.

[@ralphfoster5752]

I have an earlier model. No back panel either...

[@JasonSmith-utube]

Mine has it. Thanks for the tip.

[@keith7689]

What great help this was. I knew what to expect, what was needed to accomplish the job. I worked on two washers today instead of tossing them out for $16 in parts and 3 hrs of labor. What a bargain

[@moonlightentertainment763]

Thank you for your help showing how to fix this problem! Everything went well until I had to put on the new Suspension Springs in the back corners, pain in the butt... but they went on, and the Maytag Washer is running great again. Thank You!!!

[@cokenut5678]

Thanks for this outstanding walkthrough. This was my exact issue and you gave me the confidence to tackle this repair on my own. I did have a back panel on my machine and it made accessing the back springs easier. My local appliance repair shop told me it was a two man job and it was going to be a costly repair. Thanks for saving me some $.

[@jimpumphrey7713]

Thanks for the video. Great detail. I have the same washer so your video was perfect for the snubber. The washer was leaking, grinding on the spin and dancing all over the floor and was out of balance on nearly every load. I just finished replacing the Snubber Ring, Springs, Belt and a complete Bearing and Seal Kit. I replaced the Pump last year so let's see how many miles I can get out of the old gal. Now I have to repair my back. (just subscribed) Thanks again!

[@nanatohannah]

Thank you for this awesome video detailing every step involved in doing this repair ourselves. You may have just saved us over $2,000.00 on a new inferior washer/dryer set. I've had my Maytag washer/dryer set since 2004 and only have had one repair done... a new belt on the dryer. I hated to see these awesome machines go... now maybe I don't have to say goodbye quite yet. :)

[@michaelkennedy659]

Dont get rid of the Performa set, they will last forever. If will take any Performa wasger and dryers that anybody is getting rid of.

[@jimholahan8250]

Your instructions worked perfectly for me and as near as I can tell saved me more than $1,000!! You are an awesome individual for posting this. I really appreciate it! I did have trouble stretching the new spring onto the back left spot because I couldn’t see nor reach it. So that one I accessed via the little opening in the back right side, and I fashioned a little lever tool to make it easier.

[@virgilhooper4897]

Thanks for the info . Outstanding video . Made sn old retired Army electronics technician very happy 😊

[@jeffsyellow]

Thank you so much Mr. Guy! You posting this video just saved me at least $ 200.00 dollars in paying a technician. Really appreciate you sir for putting in the work and posting to make it idiot proof for me!( No offense to your viewers, i'm the idiot) !

[@dinman68]

This is a great video. I'm not sure what's the reason my Maytag is vibrating SO BAD, but with your video I can now check the springs and maybe just buy all the parts you have here and replace everything. It don't seem to be a very hard thing to do if I follow step by step of this video. I also watched a different video on how to replace the agitator dogs also, so I might just buy the parts for that too. Thank you!!!

[@terrycasto6288]

One of the best DIYs ever. Dealing with the rear suspension spring was the only questionable area. I’ll let you know after I’ve tried it 😎

[@Ashley1988MAGA]

BLESS YOU! followed your steps and have a brand new machine no more banging and walking around. Plus it only cost like 40 dollars. Hardest part was the hose clamp.

[@dippity_bix8751]

Thank you for this easy to follow tutorial. We managed to replace the snubber ring on our 20 yo machine. Hopefully she’s still got some life left in her now 🤗👍🏻

[@johncraft9793]

Thank you very much for posting this video. Everything went smoothly and washer is working great.

[@badger0888]

Awesome Video! My 2nd snubber hope it goes another 18 years! DO NOT lubricate the snubber nor the metal base. I made the mistake of using some Armour-All. It was TOO slippery causing the drum to wobble violently.

[@yoska25]

Well done! Thank you for a video well filmed and very detailed explanation. We have the same machine and now I have the confidence to make the fix.

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[@ralphjagger3813]

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[@j2oreill21]

Can’t thank you enough for this video. The fix worked and saved me a lot of money!

[@beansoup6056]

Couldn't ask for a better video. Thank you so much.

[@antsap]

Thanks for the great walkthrough. This made fixing my washer a breeze!

[@alainbernier4499]

Hello, very clear video, thank you. I changed the snubber of my Magic Chef W20HN2CH that is pretty similar to the machine in the video. It has three strong springs instead of six smaller one. It solved my problem (but stills shake a little) but now, the drum continues to turn on its momentum after the spin has stopped. What could cause that ? A small plastic piece seem to have fall from the washer but I'm not sure.

[@markhyman7983]

I leave the extra long screws in place and just retighten everything...I've changed the snubber..3 times in 22 years...that machine was made in the old Herrin plant..and the drive mechanism is called a Herrin drive...it's from the Norge plant..Maytag purchased the plant to sell a Norge washer to home depot under the Maytag brand...it washes great buy was a pos from day 1...the video should include changing the belt..pump..big wheel..and bearing and seals.. and all suspension springs and motor suspension pins....it's 300 dollars in parts but well worth it for a machine that washes so well..the upper bearing was upgraded from a 2 piece to a 1 piece unit...I've changed every part on my machine including lid switch and front legs and rear suspension legs along with the motor and complete lid hinges...I did it as a hobby with a mechanic friend of mine...but a reasonably handy person should not be afraid...the matching dryer blows a heat fuse every now and then..I keep the 3 piece set handy at all times...the washer also turns black inside and while I have it apart all parts are power washered and bleached...as I said it's a hobby for me and have brand new ge"s that aren't worth a shit with there inverter motor

[@patd1961]

Great video. Changed ring,runs like new. Washer was 18 years old. Ring was less than half the size. Only thing your video of back spring was a nice cut. Obviously you had it on and just released grips. Took me a while but great outcome.

[@patd1961]

Also got spring belt and ring from Amazon $35!

[@Born2RiffRock]

I have one just like this. Where can I get the parts for this Maytag Performa ?

[@michaelkennedy659]

This is a great video, was able to follow easily. Only issue I had, was that the springs in the back were so hard to pull into position. Thank You.

[@azwoodworks5554]

Thank you very much!!!. I changed the snuber ring for my performa washer with the one I found I the link in the description. I worked perfectly.

[@Papasbuildingsections]

Great video. Helped me a lot. One question though, why maintain 3 screws on the snubber plate? I understand that there is a spring underneath but there is another retainer that holds the spring, right? That plate is loose with the 3 longer screws. So, there doesn't appear to be any force on it.

[@joeramirez1827]

You use corn starch to work as a lubricant been doing this for over 30 years.

[@philldunagan9989]

Hello. I did Maytag warranty in my younger days and we always used corn starch for the proper lubrication for the snubber ring. If you do not use the corn starch, it will wear out faster and perhaps squeak because you have more friction. One other note; do not use baby powder that we used at one time. It has some additives that cause problems.

[@steveblake4187]

You might want to remove the small corner back panel for easier access to the back springs.

[@grt0910]

Thanks man. Exact same washer here (mine looks a little older though) been getting crazy shaking and rebalancing load 15 times per wash lol just pulled the cover and white dust EVERYWHERE! Order the springs, ring, and belt from Amazon. Thanks! 👍🏼

[@mikehagen4529]

Thanks for the video. It definitely made this job so much easier.

[@kennyelizabethhutson7055]

Our Maytag 2004 MAV4757AWW start shaking bad on the spin cycle after a huge unbalanced load was washed. The springs and snubber ring looked good but I replace anyway. Did not correct the problem. But I noticed when I took the machine back apart there was play in the hub and seal area so I am ordering a new hub and seal and also while I am there I am replacing the transmission pulley parts. The question is: most tubs have concrete or liquid inside the tub to help with balance. I notice out SS inner tub with a plastic top does not have either. Is this a problem or was this tub made this way? Thank you for your videos they are very helpful.

[@bobj8611]

Great how to vid. I need the hose from tub to pump at 12:19. Does anyone have any ideas where I can get the hose?

[@flacidhamboner8614]

Followed the steps and still shaking like crazy, all correct peices. Any other advice ?

[@lortiz4076]

Same here~did u find anything else that helped? Ty

[@ninjaman80]

I want to thank you very much! My washer is back to normal. The part was very cheap to get.

[@gregmeier]

Thank you very much. You must be super strong, though. I had a heck of a time with those springs. Putting the new ones on took me hours.

[@joequillun7790]

I made the mistake of removing the pulley. Didn't know it was under spring pressure. Now the shaft E-ring groove is too shallow. How do I pull the shaft up, to engage the E ring? Any help is appreciated. Obviously no one else has ever done this, cause I can't find a video how to install. Thanks for any advice.

[@pira1299]

Woohoo just what I was looking for. Great video, thanks.

[@InfinitySquared79]

Hi, I followed this tutorial 99% to the letter, the only exception being that I took the pulley off to get better access to the snubber retainer screws. The e-clip was impossible to get back on, so I drilled/tapped a hole in the center of the shaft and put a bolt in it to hold the pulley on. Got it all back together, and now it won't spin. The motor runs, the pulley turns, but the basket won't spin. Is there something else in the transmission that could have been broken and dislodged when I turned the tub over? If so, I might as well buy a new washer, because the transmission is $505...

[@paulhbrown]

You need to put the e-clip on. You might have to remove the washer beneath it. There are instructions on the web (search for thrust bearing replacement) to make sure the keyed plastic part under the washer is seated properly.

[@pmelzer6639]

Bought a new today washer Maytag. You cannot open washer and rebalance load when it is shaking. Wish I had kept my old one

[@dysanmf2h]

Thank you..very much interesting on how to fix shaking related problems. My washer starts to shake a little bit.. i will try to follow all the steps.

[@TheDIYGuyDOTnet]

You're welcome. If it just started to shake you may want to just take it apart and inspect the snubber ring and maybe start with the suspension springs as they as fairly quick and easy to replace. Good luck with getting it figured out and with the repair. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up/ like if you haven't already. Thanks

[@christopherswenson8167]

You make it look so easy putting the springs back on. For the life of me I can't get the back one attached, even doing it first. Is making me crazy.

[@chuckmayoification]

I couldn't figure out how to get to the springs in the back of the cabinet. I tried just waving a finger at them like you did but it didn't work. Is some special incantation required to get those springs to come off?

[@rorycase4903]

To soaponarope: the belt is accessed from the bottom, not the back. Watch the last few minutes of the video. You can walk the old belt off and the new belt on without tools.

[@charlypomos]

I just saw your video because I am repairing the same or similar model washer (Maytag Performa). My question is if the six suspension springs are the same and with the hooks at 90 degrees since the one I disassembled has three equal springs and three different ones (This may be because a previous faulty repair). Excellent explanation.

[@terrybothern1706]

My motor that attaches to it's housing, (not the machines housing) do I need to tighten those 2 bolts? Or is this another problem? Thank you

[@jessewright3318]

Really appreciate the video! Was able to fix up mine just right

[@TheSouthernSkunk]

Any other ideas that could cause the same symptoms. Took mine apart and the snub ring looks fine.

[@markhyman7983]

I've also changed the flume and water inlet solenoid and the foam seals under the inner tub...the washer tub bolts will snap off trying to disconnect the tub from the bearing assembly...the bolts are not available...they are shown available and will arrive but are missing the barrel around the mid section of the bolt...I rigged the middle of the new bolt with a sleeve from my local hardware store and made it work...without the sleeve the washer tub will wobble

[@jjs379]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial.

[@pedrorojas6934]

Thank you very much Excellent video with very good explanation, !!!.

[@huntergade]

Thanks man! Appreciate the great walkthrough!

[@davdkn2266]

Have you changed the brake assembly on this Model PAV2300AWW

[@ricksteiert7160]

Very good video, thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@markm921]

Fantastic presentation, thank you.

[@craigwheeler8131]

Is it normal for drum to be offcenter of washer

[@kc2972]

What about the drive belts to pulleys?

[@ffas23]

I am back again. I have a question if anyone can answer it for me since I did this job just a year ago. I have another problem. At the moment 3 days ago my wife told me the machine Agitator and inner Tub does not spin. The first thing I checked was the Lid switch which is working plus the Motor which runs and engages. Next I disconnected the power and tilted the cabinet back to check the belt and it was fine still connected but the transmission pulley felt like it was moving up and down on the transmission’s shaft. Next I took the belt off and the Pulley slid off to the floor. At that point I stopped and started looking for answers on You Tube and so far I am striking out. No responses from anyone. I then tried to move the inner part of the main tub and Agitator from above. They had moved a little. But seemed like they locked up. I purchased a new trust bearing kit although I replaced the original just 5 years ago so I don’t know if I can turn it with the same pulley back on or new one as of right now. The cap is still on so apparently I am thinking the C-Clip must of slid off the shaft after 5 years. Either that or the transmission is bad or brake assembly is not letting it spin. Any ideas are surely appreciated. I am not ready to give up on our Maytag Performa if I can help it for one of those crappy new machines they are selling today. Hoping the transmission isn’t bad. I read somewhere they are not available. Has anyone heard of the brake assembly locking up the transmission stopping it from Agitating or spinning the inner drum?

[@jasontompkins6796]

Thank you. I'm going to do this repair on mine.

[@gladis814]

Need to fix mine too..where did you get the suspension sping?

[@timothyfarkas2175]

Very well done video! Thanks.

[@kenstuart7269]

I changed all those parts and the belt. Work's good now but still makes lots of noise in the spin cycle. WHY IS THAT? Thanks

[@gunedisminder8696]

Very common for your drain pump pulley to go bad. If not that could be a gearbox/transmission issue

[@SlingbladeJim]

how did you get the 2 back springs off and the belt back on

[@SlingbladeJim]

ok...never mind...I got it

[@evansimmons]

Thank you, this was extremely helpful!

[@jonwikan3986]

I am not a appliance tech but 5/16" is not the correct size socket(way loose) for the snubber ring housing; although, it works if you use a thin wall 6 point socket.The correct socket is 8mm but the pulley gets in the way on my Performa so either way so a 1/4" drive u joint socket extension would be nice or get creative on turning the socket to loosen and tighten. Another useful note * the stock screws for the snubber ring housing can be backed out plenty without using longer bolts.

[@oatmeal63]

Excellent video. Thank you

[@shaynahall270]

My Maytag Centennial Washer shakes violently and walks. Any guidance would be awesome! 😊

[@DeborahAllisonRealEstate]

Did you get a reply for a remedy? I also have a Maytag Centennial that shakes violently and walks.

[@shaynahall270]

@@DeborahAllisonRealEstate no, not yet. I'm sorry you're having problems with yours too.

[@nightwolflee5432]

Those were good washing machines I wish they didn't discontinued those maytag performa washers but now they replaced it high efficiency washers and they are absolutely garbage and hopefully they have common sense to bring those back because those were better machines so that's just my opinion

[@wwcranker]

I can depress the clips but the top will not lift up.

[@0.c.979]

Thanks man..excellent video and understandable ..

[@DanielWOstler]

Very Well Done!

[@markhyman7983]

It is actually the bottom of the outer tub that the new seals go..they are delicate foam seals..but can be bought separately or come in the bearing package...the big bottom wheel must be adjusted to allow the brake to work properly..mine stops on a dime...all of the bearings will wear out and leak..I also hand pack the bearings with extra grease..WHICH MAY BE A MISTAKE..!!!...THE SNUBBER MUST BE COATED WITH CORN FLOUR...NOT CORN MEAL...WHICH ACTS AS SANDPAPER..HOPE THIS HELPS YOU...BUT BASICALLY THE MACHINE FROM DAY ONE WAS A POS...BUT WHEN WORKING WASHES GREAT...ONE LAST THING...THE VANES ON THE WASHING MECHANISM THAT WASHES THE CLOTHES ARE RAZOR SHARP AND SLICE INTO THE CLOTHES..I'M THINKING ABOUT ACTUALLY SANDPAPERING THEM DOWN TO KNOCK THE SHARP EDGES DOWN...HOPE I HELPED YOU WITH A GREAT HOBBY PROJECT..PS..IF YOU DON'T HAVE THE TIME OR PATIENCE TO ORDER ALL OF THE PARTS DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME..AS I HAVE SAID BEFORE IT WAS AN EXTREMELY SATISFYING EXPERIENCE....ONE MORE THING...ON TOP OF THE INNER WASH TUB IS A RUBBER FOAM SEAL...YOU NEED 2 KITS AS ONLY 1 PIECE..COMES IN EACH BAG

[@kirtishickey8299]

BTW- in the video he does state 'Corn STARCH' and not 'Corn Meal'

[@jagircheema]

Thank you very nice & help full video

[@soaponarope8995]

How do I take the back off so I can change the belt?

[@runswithcoffee2966]

The belt changes underneath. Lift front end, put anywhere from two to four blocks to support it, and change it as he did in the vid. The belt is on the bottom.

[@southmark]

Awesome video!

[@joequillun7790]

Good video. Was hoping for an easy fix, but apparently not. Maybe some-one will invent a pilot for the top of the drum.

[@3istechnologiesschannel657]

what about the drive belt? reinstall

[@glennlisagore]

Well done and thanks so much.

[@rickmcdonald1557]

Thanks for giving us a great tutorial for this machine and now I have the guts to go into my wife's machine as it is bouncing around like a crazy person when it spins~! 🤪 P>S> New Sub Now

[@ethelryan257]

Very good video, thank you. This isn't a real Maytag from the golden era, it's a Norgetag. We used to look down our noses at them until Whirltag came along....they weren't really so bad, after all, by comparison. If the real Maytag was a 10 out of 10, this was a 5 out of 10 and the Whirltag is just a highly overpriced Roper/Amana/Estate made to last two, three years. 1 out of 10, on a good day.

[@dckatyx9577]

Great! Thank you!

[@Frankyouknow]

Good Job

[@zman6288]

Thank you👌

[@guadaluperamirez6564]

Our bearings have been replaced twice and it continues to sound like a train.

[@maddybrunet7434]

great job thanks

[@stevelyk4454]

👍👍👍

[@thomastrainsmore2010]

😊 😃 😀

[@davidemley1509]

thank you my maytag shakes to much will ck like you show us.

[@johnberard330]

Crazy design.

[@markhyman7983]

The seals are on the top of the outer wash tub..sorry...CORN starch...not flour...not meal

[@Squawmamma3]

I have a brand new Maytag washer that is shaking and walking. After three attempts by delivery men to unsuccessfully level the washer to solve the problem the Maytag warranty company finally sent out a repair tech. He kept saying it was normal for the machine to shake like that. He said it was my floor that it wasn't level. I pulled out my level and we checked it it was level and the machine was level. I was not satisfied with all his easy suggestions. He continued to look and found a bent shock.He replaced the shocks and the speed sensor which he said he got three error messages on. My machine still shakes the same as it did before. I put a water bottle on the top of the washer to show him that it looks like we're having an earthquake! The text said it's just hula dancing and it was normal! I don't think so. Not normal. I had to call the warranty company again. Another tech is coming out in May. I will suggest he look at these items you have suggested. I'm about to tell them to come back and get these pieces of garbage! I thought Maytag was a good brand. 😕

[@Simon_Templar375]

Sounds like a lazy tech that doesn't want to earn his pay.

[@gloiban]

You sound like an irritating Karen.

[@sergeifitzgeraldfih1031]

Thank you for your video and Good for you being a handy man. I purchased a home and it came with a Maytag Centennial ecoconserve, it's WORST machine ever it wobbles while is spinning No matter I put 1 piece of underwear, towels and a whole load, it sounds like an helicopter, since I am not good at fixing anything I will probably to get paid 200,300 or Who knows, it maybe will cost me too much I will throw it away!! Garbage of washer machine!! Shame on Maytag!

[@mikeanderson3576]

How is it we don't see you remove or replace the rear most tension spring? I mean, that's the main reason for watching a vid like this, how did you handle the bitchy parts. Seems like you copped out on this

[@jerryhubbard4461]

At the end of every sentence you end on an up note. That is very annoying and I could not watch the video. You might want to practice speaking better

[@SpicyBloodBean]

you should practice fixing your washer on your own jerry