How to Replace Bearings LG Front Load Washer

This is a basic tutorial on how to replace the bearings on you LG Washer. This is not an easy job, but very rewarding when complete.
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[@LorainFurnitureandAppliance]

Buy an LG Bearing Kit for your machine on our website! They come in three different sizes, so please read the description to figure out which is for you or give us a call and we can help! 😁 Standard: lorainfurniture.com/shop/appliance-parts/new-lg-front-load-washer-bearing-replacement-kit-4280fr4048n-map61913707-4036er2004a/ Large: lorainfurniture.com/shop/appliance-parts/washer-dryer-parts/new-lg-front-load-washer-large-bearing-replacement-kit-4280en4001f-4280en4001g-mds62058301/ Uncommon: lorainfurniture.com/shop/appliance-parts/new-lg-front-load-washer-uncommon-tub-bearing-replacement-kit-4280en4001a-map61913714-4036er2003a/

[@randallsmerna384]

What if the plastic corner edge where the drum seal fits is chewed up?

[@JenniferAguiartampa]

Hi. I took my washer apart to clean it. I’m lost on where this piece clamps on. 🤦‍♀️ Can you help? I had the detergent dispenser hose connected but took it off trying to figure this lone hose. 😳

[@mickbanovic7014]

Dude, this video and the way you narrated the process is better then best …u didn’t piss me off once with unnecessary info and constant shots of your face. You were informative, to the point and the video was off only what was relevant to the job. Thank you very much for making this video, and your truck with the screwdriver at the end is what I do when ever possible

[@curtgruchow8457]

I rarely post any comments because I am generally too busy to spend the time doing so, but...this video is EXCELLENT! It made the bearing and seal replacement very achievable and after the cost of parts and some time, we are fully functional and I understand much of the washer's inner workings. THANK YOU for taking the time and the professional donation to the husband needing to get the washer functioning again!

[@ctyler3328]

Do yourself a favor if you are considering this repair: *** Watch from 11:15 - 13:15 before buying any parts **** I had the same response to this video. I think this might be my first comment on anything in over a decade. I wish I found this video sooner.

[@jonadams9260]

😅first I am

[@bridgetloggan1856]

Your video was excellent! Mother, daughter project complete! Note - I took the motor off. Then I took the drum down to our local Tire Factory and they took the bearings out and put the new ones in, in less than 2 hours. Super cheap too! I’m forever grateful!

[@Rick-hp6fu]

I just changed out the shock absorbers on my LG washing machine. Using a 12mm closed wrench makes getting the plastic pin out really easy. Just slide it on the back of the pin and it will squeeze the locking tab down so you can pull the pin out with pliers. It's very easy. If you find that the wrench won't slide on to the back of the pin easily, it may be because the locking tab is butted up against the housing. Try pushing the pin in to back the locking tab from the housing surface and you'll be able to slide the wrench on.

[@moonatics]

Thank you!! Worked like a charm.

[@Rick-hp6fu]

@@moonatics You're welcome! I'm glad that tip helped!

[@jennifergood283]

Hey all, great video. One step he said that you’ll struggle with, I have a way that is easier for bearing removal… take a 1” socket and an extension. Slide it through the bigger opening of the 2 bearings. Four hits the first bearing came out. Flipped the drum over and used a 1’1/4 socket and extension and with two hits and it was out. Even pressure with the socket pushes is in a straight out motion, vrs the wiggle motion of exiting going side to side and going all around with a punch. Mechanical background came in handy for that part. Rest of it was fabulous and thank you for the video, machine is fixed 🤟

[@WanderingZekko]

Thank you so much for this tip! After hammering away for literally hours this finally let me get the bearings out.

[@Meghan83]

So two of the bolts on my spider arm easily turn, but won’t come out. Any ideas?

[@jowen9402]

​@Meghan83 the inner nut that bolt fastened to is turning...project just became way more difficult!

[@scottmckelvie529]

Extremely difficult, but found the answer! The old bearing after 10+ years of use was extremely difficult to get out. I soaked with oil break-free spray for two days, used a 5lb. sledge hammer with a piece of wood both under the drum and on top of the shaft to prevent damage. I beat on that thing off and on for two days and it did not budge. I tried virtually every recommendation I could find to no avail. I was determined to break it loose. I ended up purchasing a screw the exact same length, diameter, and thread count as the screw that holds on the rotor(motor) and screws down into the shaft. I then put the drum directly on the cement floor with just a towel under it to prevent damage. I then screwed in the screw all the way down until the head was flush with the spindle I beat on it without any wood in between it. I will add I also placed padding around the spindle in case my hammer glanced off the head of the screw, damaging the drum. Now I was making direct contact with the spindle. After about 7-8 good smacks it began moving, a few more and it was done. The sacrificial screw unscrewed easily and it was done. Put it all back together and it was like brand new. So many people have fought this situation. I only wish they knew about this method. A side note: my neighbor asked me if I had taken up the hobby of black smithing. That would be no.

[@paultrissure1711]

Yes, same huge problem with my 2007 LG washing machine. With no solution to separate the shaft from the half tank, I hit the shaft directly. Big mistake, because of course when I reassembled it, the thread was deformed; patiently with a file I ended up rebuilding over the deformation of the thread. The bolt ended up gripping the thread and I could finalize the repair. For the choice of bearing, I also chose a waterproof model from Timken. More expensive but I don't regret it considering the 24 hours the repair took.

[@robertsummers8160]

This is the correct approach. I used a bolt that was the same size with a bunch of washers to keep it from going too deep. Within minutes I had it out. Keep checking after each hit or two to make sure the bolt is tight, otherwise you could hurt the threads.

[@jst6502]

Yep do this first. If it helps anyone mine needed a m10x25 bolt (1.5mm thread) and 4 fender washers under it.

[@CaesarCapone]

I hope this Man has become a millionaire! His videos/tutorials are absolutely outstanding!!! Thank you and best wishes to him!!

[@ethelryan257]

I've bought parts from him in the past and found him to be honest, quick and accurate. He caught an error my shop had made in one order and made sure we ordered the right part.

[@CaesarCapone]

@@ethelryan257 That's really cool to hear, thank you!

[@brianfabry2921]

Absolutely the best step by step repair video I've ever come across in my life. Thank you sir.

[@rafaelbustamante4768]

Not only a good technician but even better teacher, thanks for sharing such an amazing job...👌

[@arlencullors7024]

Fantastic video !!! Everything was as presented, included the time that it takes to do it, but very satisfying to do … and save money. Thank you so much!

[@arthurwheeler86]

This video was great! I ordered the kit from you as well. I watched multiple videos. Yours is by far the best and most honest/realistic video. Getting the old bearings out was a beast but your tips helped. Definitely get some good penetrating fluid and let it soak and for sure freeze the new bearings (super helpful). Thank You!

[@Xclusive615]

Wanted to say thank you. I just completed this repair and everything is working again. Took me a total of about 8-10hrs(4hrs to get washer apart and to get the bearings out: approx 6hrs to get the bearings back in, replace additional parts and reassemble washer). Took me forever to get rear tub /drum separated! A hammer and 2x4 didn't work for me. I thought maybe I was in that 20% that this doesn’t work for and was about to give up. I went and purchased a 16lb sledgehammer and was able to get the rear tub/drum separated on the first hit. Now the bearing took forever to get apart as well. I used a lot of penetrating oil, a hammer and socket extension (yes a socket extension…it's ruined the socket extension lol) but it worked. My washer was leaking thru the bearings which left a mess of brown dried up rust/crud on everything in the back of the washer, inner side panels and the top of the pedestal. While it was apart I took the time to clean all the built up rust/crud on the drum, front/rear tub and washer rotor assembly. This would be a great/only time you could do a deep cleaning to get to parts you wouldn’t be able to access with the washer together. Also, had to clean the motor(soft wire brush & damp rag)which had lots of crud on it as well. I was afraid bec it was so much gunk on the motor and magnets that it may not spin correctly so I cleaned it and also changed the washer rotor position sensor, bellos and water temp sensor since it was all apart and easier to do now. I did purchase a spider arm which I had full intentions on replacing since it was apart but upon further inspection, it just had a lot of crud on it which I cleaned up with scrubbing pad. After cleaning it there weren’t any cracks so I did not replace. Putting bearings in freezer and adding liquid detergent helped to get bearing back in easily. I would suggest for those attempting this a few pointers: Put the mushroom looking item and clamp front the top hose and clamp from the bottom hose in a bag. If you don't they are easy to lose without noticing as you move things around. Also, put a long socket on the plastic screws for the shocks(took me forever to get them them out with pliers). Take pics along the way as you disassemble the washer and label screws as they come out as all washers are similar but not exactly the same as the video. Other than that, video is gold for doing the job. Is it time consuming.....yes, but video walks you thru all the steps and saves a lot of money. Since most washers these days last 4-5yrs it seem, I rather keep what I have knowing the work I've put into it & new parts I have Lol Washer is working like brand new again! Thanks!

[@WesternExpanses]

Just did this job this weekend, and it went very smoothly, thanks to you. Thanks for the good content.

[@johnrobert6127]

I’m here again 1 year later after replacing the last bearing as they have worn out again on a 6 year old machine. All I can say is thank you for your videos. I’ve fixed my machine a hand full of times now

[@IFLYRCHELICOPTERS]

Than You for taking the time to make an informative How To Video. The color dot in the rubber gasket seal for the tub indicates the splice. This is where the 2 ends are CA glued. This color dot needs to be located towards the top of the tub. The word “ TOP” not to be mistaken for the gasket seal facing outwards. But “TOP”, as in the physical location so as not to have the glued seal ends subjected to the bottom of the tub housing where the water level would be. If the gasket seal is placed on top of the tub housing then there is no possible way for a water leak in the event water seeps out at the gasket seals glued ends.

[@deanfarrand672]

I watch a lot of you tube videos to learn how to fix stuff. This is perhaps the best one I have ever watched. Turned out my spider was broken on my nine year old washer. On to buy a new one. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in such a simple yet complete manner.

[@KenPen-fm3ng]

I needed the bearing kit, Eugene had it in stock, shipped it and I installed it. The step by step video was very helpful. However, something happened during the repair and another issue arose. I contacted Eugene, we talked thru what the problem was and he was to successfully identify what was needed. He shipped me the required part, I installed it and machine now works great. Many thanks Eugene for your assistance. For anybody else out there needing DIY appliance repair assistance, I recommend Eugene!!

[@dkrieger7147]

Fantastic! Takes you through the process step-by-step with no wasted time and lots of tips that saved me a LOT of time. One of the best repair videos I've seen. Too bad that KZbin doesn't back up incrementally to make re-assembly easier--but I didn't miss anything and the washer works great again. Thank you.

[@Termite159]

Awesome teardown of that! Neat to see the full setup. Thanks for another great video. That's great advice about disassembling something to a certain point before ordering parts.

[@joesilverbliss1721]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I couldn't have done it without your video! Seal was bad causing the inner bearings to fail. Freezing the bearings worked great. Joe

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

This was an incredibly hard job for me, as just a home owner. However, I could not have done it without this video. Thank you so much, for taking the time to do this and for the detailed explanation through the whole thing. You are amazing!!

[@LorainFurnitureandAppliance]

Glad it helped!

[@jpederse98]

Just got the spider out and the bearings weren't too difficult following your directions. Just ordered the kit from you. Excellent video. So thrilled to be able to do this with your directions.

[@ryanheist3326]

This video was the only reason I was able to completely disassemble and restore my 2011 LG front load washer to like new condition. I even took on replacement of the spider arm and agitators. Could not believe the amount of mystery goop throughout the machine. It took me about 8 hours total but it was worth it to get another 10+ years out of the machine. Thank you so much!

[@carlosserrano1205]

Great video. It really helped me change the bearings on my washer. The explanation of everything was very clear and didn’t cause any confusion. Thank you

[@theakkid8910]

This is a great video with easy to understand step by step instructions. The commentary is very accurate and very helpful all the way through the process. The only thing that I did differently was when pounding out the drum from the back side, I supported the tub housing upside down in the corner of my deck rail and then used a third support cut to length as a leg. This allowed the weight of the drum to hang while I was hitting on the shaft to free the drum from the bearings. Thank you very much for the video. Saved me tons of cash!

[@NandoBrownMusic]

I can’t thank you enough for this video. Start to finish job accomplished. (Looked like a garage sale in the middle) Saved me from making several key mistakes. Bless your soul!!

[@heathhowell8244]

Man, what a blessing this video was. Got my LG back up and running noise free in no time. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@WanderingZekko]

Thank you so much! Without this video, I would never have had the confidence to replace the bearings on my washing machine myself. Your instructions are great, they have the perfect balance of providing enough information while still being to the point. Hopefully my washing machine will last at least another 5 years now.

[@holdmanchristmas]

Thank you for making this video! I could not get my ball bearing in so I took your advice and I put them in the freezer for 24 hours and then was able to get them in easily.

[@leemccook1649]

Wow! You’re the man! I followed your video step-by-step instructions and just completed this monumental task! You saved me big bucks!

[@johnhanson1802]

I followed this guy's video & it worked out great lg machine works great. An appliance company quoted $800.00.Thanks again.

[@TheCRikiT]

Thank you for a great video. I watched a few on the same topic and yours is the best. You gave lots of little tidbits of information to look out for. You saved me a lot of time. One small addition to mention is on the spider shaft, besides where the bearings rest, also check the part where the seal contacts (close to the drum). I replaced my bearings 5 years ago, but they rusted because I didn't inspect that part of the shaft, and water leaked by the seal.

[@jorgeibanez3533]

Good afternoon, I’m so grateful for this video. It was exceptionally good. I was able to follow it and my washer is like new. I’m so thankful and my wife is so happy. No more noise. The cost for the repair was doable. Thank you so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. God bless you greatly.

[@maxpax2338]

The gasket goes up with the part where the ends of it are joined together, to eliminate the risk of leaking. It”s just spectacular to see the work you do. Thank you! Stay Blessed!

[@ethelryan257]

That is often the case. I wish Maytag had thought of that.....

[@carlysoule2164]

I dont understand what you mean. I just put mine back together and have a leak somewhere so trying to figure it out

[@maxpax2338]

@@carlysoule2164 The gaskets has a join point; that should be placed up. If you are using the old gasket make sure you give it a good clean and also to the spaces where the gasket goes.

[@carlysoule2164]

@@maxpax2338 I put a new one in. There was a mark on it I’m not sure if I put it up or facing down.

[@MeganHoover-pl6wp]

One Million Thank Yous! You're right that this was HARD, but actually achievable due to your time and effort in creating this video and sharing it! I would thumbs up again if I could! Thank you so much for saving me from buying a new washer! P.S. My washer was built in late 2008, so this is an epic win for me in this day and age.

[@dacenmarus1618]

Great video, I appreciate the thoroughness, awareness of camera angles, and the fact that you showed the" break down"and "put together." That darned boot seal, though. . .

[@jeffreysandahl2597]

Great video! It made the job much easier. Lots of great tips and recommendations that helped a lot. Replaced both bearings and the spider bracket with no issues.

[@that1katdon]

Just want to really thank you for this video. It was more than thorough and I was able to get from A-to-Z with replacing my bearing(s), spider bracket, and door seal. And now she's quiet as a mouse. Thanks again!

[@stevetegtmeyer1083]

Can't say enough about this video! You did a great job explaining everything. When I called about the kit you told me exactly what I needed for the "uncommon" kit, it worked perfectly, and you were spot on that it takes about 4 hours. I did it in 3 and a half😊 only because you had such a great video😂 Thank again. Virginia Beach washer fixed!

[@ppipowerclass]

Might wanna make a note at 37:58 to remind people to put the door lock on before they reattach the door bellow. Also when you're removing the 2nd bearing, use a large chunk of pipe ( 2" diameter works well ) to knock the bearing out so you don't damage where it sits in the drum.

[@kittypigeonclueless5566]

This tutorial is superlative! All info and no bullshit. What an extraordinary piece of work. This video sets the standard of how a "how to" video needs to be made. Thank you so much for your effort, for your time, for sharing your expertise, and for explaining things for this dummy in a fashion that a six year old could understand. You are a master!

[@k5hrv605]

I'm going to take the day off work tomorrow to disassemble my washer and hope that it's in good enough condition to order the parts kit. On another note, I'm a professional technical instructor in high tech and aviation, and I've gotta say you have an excellent and rare gift for instruction. Your video is (hopefully) going to save me a lot of money and has already imparted new knowledge and skills to me. Thank you!

[@AlecInBrussels]

I watched a number of videos that showed how to go about changing the bearings, and I found yours the most useful. The hardest part was getting the old bearings out. I used the bar from some small dumbbells that had a 30mm end that could go through the hole in the small bearing, and it has a collar that is about 40mm. I hit it a few times with the mallet and it came out. To get out the larger one, I used a piece of pipe that is 38mm in diameter, and with one knock with the mallet, it was out. I guess the 38mm pipe could have done both. Your tips to get the new bearings back in were very helpful. Job completed but not tested as I need to install a new door lock sensor. Thanks for a really excellent video.

[@darrelhewitt313]

You saved my life. Spent what little i had on what the guy told me was a good working set and the bearings were toast thank you so much! Without you it would have been wasted money

[@BlueBaronAviation]

Thanks so much for posting this tutorial. Everything was spot on. Just finished testing out my LG after putting it back together with new bearings and sadly needing a new spider arm because the old one had a race gouged in the main shaft from the failed bearing. Thanks again!!

[@tdykes61]

Thank you for making this video! I just completed this repair. Took me about 5 hours over 2 days. My wife found a half tub with bearings installed. That made things a lot simpler.

[@geneb2044]

This is one of the best how to repair videos I’ve ever seen anywhere. Thank you for it. This should serve as a how to make repair video’s video. Amazing

[@wolfgangsanyer3544]

thank you for this video. phenomenal job explaining a complicated job also, you convinced me not to attempt the repair. I appreciate your honesty and candor in discussing the difficulty and success rate of the job

[@sabaschois8313]

As has been mentioned many times, excellent how to video. Yes, thank you for taking time to explain and show us how to do this.

[@tom474e]

Thanks for your honesty on the problems that might occur.

[@alittlepatchofgreen456]

I always go to youtube for how to, I didn't think there was video on this topic, my LG washer was so noisy it's scary, now I know why. This is a GREAT HOW TO video, much appreciated. Thank you

[@Kimbeattie]

Thank you for the very best quality video on this repair I did it myself and and the machine is back to normal. No more sounding like a freight train when in spin cycle . Your level of detail was fantastic and your experience showed. 100 Canadian dollars was my cost and my wife is happy . Thanks again from Canada

[@dandoyel2548]

I would like to thank you for a very thorough and knowledgeable video on how to do a bearing repair. My 15-year-old LG washer sounded like a jet engine. Upon tearing into it, I discovered the spider needed to be replaced. Also. I completed the project without any leftover screws and currently running a test wash cycle. You easily save me $600 - $800 as I only spent $200 in parts. Thank you again.

[@user-xu4dw4ql7g]

This video of "how to" and "this might happen" was absolutely perfect. You received an instant subscription. Great job!!

[@jasonbrawner4805]

Best step by step video for this repair I’ve seen, thank you for the help and tips!!

[@elemenop2741]

This video was a ton of fun to watch, knowing that I'm only changing the hall sensor, but went down the rabbit hole of all these other repairs

[@donburton2407]

One of the most informative videos on KZbin, you know your stuff.

[@robrev6]

Did this and it ran great for a few days and then started blowing the breaker constantly. After hours of trying to diagnose, I found the cause. If you have the same issue, hopefully this can save you some trouble. The motor wires were rubbing against the motor housing as it spun, eventually wearing through the wire coating and shorting. Will tape them up and route better via a zip tie.

[@robertmcfadden7722]

Great video. Clear and concise, you answered some questions I had from watching other, less informative, videos. Just successfully completed my bearing/seal replacement. Wssher runs like it did when I bought it. Excellent work! Thanks!

[@skim2958]

Thank you for this video. By watching it, I was able to replace the bearings on my LG commercial washer which is much bigger but built very similarly. It was the most back breaking, strenuous, tedious, aggravating repair I have ever done. Getting the old rusted bearings out was a complete nightmare. Again, thank you. I couldn't have done it without your video and you saved me $6000 because I didn't have to buy a new machine.

[@jeffgrant1594]

Thanks for the excellent video! I just replaced the bearings and shocks on my 16 year old machine and now it runs (and sounds!) like new.

[@livezero264]

This is one of, if not the best, step by step instructional video I have ever seen.

[@adcst12]

Thanks for the video. Your kit and this video saved me HOURS and allowed me to make a repair rather than buying new. Thank you!

[@998RC]

Wow, I thought the videos I saw from other parts suppliers were detailed. I only found this after I already had mine apart and wanted to double check reinstallation. I wish I watched it earlier for all the tips, especially disconnecting the drain hose from the pump instead of the tub, and removing the metal bracket from the top of the frame. I didn't even notice the door switch wire harness clip. And your tip on reinstalling the door gasket spring is awesome - the last time I had to install it, it took my wife and me probably half an hour of cursing and trying different tools to pry the two sides of the spring apart! By the way, just guessing but I think the mark on the tub gasket shows where the seam is, and by locating it as high as possible minimizes or prevents leaks in case it separates.

[@bruceheath7]

One of best You Tube video have watched ever! Prefect balance of real time and speeding through some step. Thank you.

[@caseyyork641]

Great Video!! Ordered your kit and washing machine is running like a champ now!

[@user-ng5cx6ii4b]

This is the best "how to" video that I've ever watched, by a long shot! Thank you!

[@Eliusalmo1]

If I’d found this video before, my washer repair would be better. Excellent! The best video!

[@Frank-pr9gs]

Excellent tutorial! I just finished replacing the bearings on my 2009 LG washer and couldn’t have done it without your help. I was starting to think my washer fell into the 20% you said might not be repairable. After about 3 days of off and on pounding the shaft, a full can of penetraing fluid, several shattered pieces of 2x4s, and a broken handle on my sledgehammer I was just about ready to throw in the towel when the bearings finally let go (thankfully, without damaging anything else). What a relief! From then on, thanks to your clear instructions, it was smooth sailing. Can’t thank you enough.

[@davekunkel7832]

Great video! The instructions are clear and the tips are invaluable. My washer is starting to get loud and it looks like now with this video maybe I can fix it!

[@mikemartin1039]

The bearings are not expensive to buy HOWEVER what he shows/teaches you is worth every penny! I followed this video and it worked great!!

[@deandoerre4995]

You did an amazing job. Thanks for all the info to make me buy new. 13 years on this washer. I would have to replace everything you said.

[@kellypummell3734]

Thank You! Bought your kit and followed the video. Yes the job is a pain, but not too difficult with your instruction. Also now that I’m aware the tub is two pieces I added a drain pan under the washer.

[@joesilverbliss1721]

Wow. Thanks. This is the best repair video I have ever seen.

[@bigtelco4705]

Thanks so much. I just completed this repair, and I would not have attempted it without your detailed and thoughtful instructions. My seal had deteriorated, and the space between the large bearing and the seal was filled with a substance sort of like black dirt. Fortunately the shaft was in good shape and I had no problem removing the shaft from the bearing. Removing the bearings themselves however, as you warned, was a real pain requiring a lot of elbow grease. I employed a 24" solid metallic dowel that I had in the garage to act as a punch for the large bearing. The machine now runs quieter than it did 10 years ago when it was new. Definitely not a job for the faint of heart, but since a replacement is $1,500-$1,800 and OEM bearings and seals are about $100.... Thanks again!😁

[@jst4shw]

Best tutorial I’ve seen, I do a lot of diy and this was put together perfectly.

[@ralphh.2200]

Serious appliance repair, respect to you...many techs would rather cut their throats from ear to ear than do this repair.We did a similar bearing job on GE Combination Washer Dryers made from about 1960 to 1970.The undercounter models were especially time-consuming.

[@barrysbit4733]

Thank you... I'll do my best and hope I can save my washer... 3 days later after I received the parts I managed to get the parts installed quite easily thanks to you.

[@burstingfist]

Thank you for this excellent video! I finally got the bearings replaced, and the washer is working again! I had to use a sledge hammer cushioned by a 4x4 to finally pound out the basket stem from the rusty bearings. The rusty bearings took quite a bit of work too, I had to take several breaks, but finally I pounded them out using a 4 lb. hammer and a 2 foot, 1/2" socket extension (minimized risk of damaging the housing).

[@somecallmerich1]

I encountered difficulty getting the bearings driven out, i found a 3/4” steel bar used as a punch with a 3 lbs sledge to be effective. I also replaced the spider, front seal, and shocks while doing this job. $570.000 in parts for a $1300 washer. But, washer (5.2 cu ft) was on indefinite backorder and the next larger size was 6 weeks out. I got the parts in a week and washer back up and running the day the parts came in. Thanks for such a great video!

[@robinlance]

Eugene, Your a master mechanic of washer machine.. Keep up the good work...

[@neosmith80]

you're, not your you + are = you're

[@alexsenf4911]

Simply awesome video. I was stuck getting the spin out. Hitting your no avail. Oil. Wait. Nothing. Then I saw the comment about using a sacrificial bolt of the same size. I didn’t have the same size, but a slighter smaller one. I sat on the drum, a couple a hits, and it moved right out.

[@MarkSemsel]

I spent a long dark weekend alone with my washing machine, with nothing but my tools, a set of replacement bearings, and some work lights. And this amazing video. Some tears were wept, some sweat was poured, and yes, even some blood was shed (hammer, drift, thumb), but I finally prevailed, all because of the information found here, so I had to write to express my gratitude. My wife thanks you, my wallet thanks you, and I thank you, from the bottom of my underwear drawer. Having said that, I will mention two things that came up during my battle with my washer. Getting the drum apart can be a bear, but one approach that might help would be this: Use two cement blocks, each covered by a towel, placed just enough apart that one could rest the outer plastic tub's edges on them and have the inner tub hang freely. Gravity will help get the parts separated, and it is easier to tap downward than to try to hold the drum while doing a side-tap. If the bearings cannot be removed, it might still be possible to salvage this project by purchasing a replacement drum assembly. The bearings come installed, allowing one to bypass that whole part of the endeavor. Thank you again for this tremendous video.

[@althepal6818]

I was swinging like my life depended on it... That was a good depiction. This kind of explanation made the difference to me. Had not known that, I would not have succeeded! It took more than a mallet but I got through it! Used a sledge hammer and a piece of hardwood.

[@faethore8541]

Wonderful video. Heck the washer you used is almost an exact match to mine (mine doesn't have the drum heater). I took your advice and disassembled my washer before ordering the parts. All was well and I just ordered your kit. My wife isn't too happy about the washer parts all over the living room for the next week or so, but it's balanced out with how much cash I'm saving by fixing it myself. Thanks!!

[@CognitiveDisonance]

Very clear step by step. Thanks for giving me the confidence to attempt this repair myself. Looking forward to getting the machine up and running again. Awesome video all the way around -- well done!

[@CognitiveDisonance]

Update: I did get the machine repaired without issue. Overall I found it was not too difficult a job, but I did have to allow penetrating oil to soak over-night in order to separate the drum shaft fom the bearings. I also needed to use a five inch bolt, secured to the shaft in orde to drive the shaft all the way through both the front and rear bearings before it finally came loose. The long bolt allowed me to continue driving the shaft through the front bearing, using considerable force with a small sledge hammer, once the shaft disappeared past the rear bearing, and then through the inner, front bearing. The bolt was sacificed, as it did get bent, and banged up quite a bit, but it wouldn't have been possible without it.

[@CognitiveDisonance]

The other vearation I employed was to remove the motor and stator BEFORE removing the tub from the machine. Not a big deal really, but with all the oiling, and banging I had to do to get the bearings out, I felt it best to get the motor out of the way first. It was a simple matter to pull them out earilier, while the tub was still anchored to the machine.

[@timmyklus]

Thank you so much for posting this video, it was very helpful in my washing machine bearing change. I ended up making a puller to remove the bearings, it was still difficult but I didn’t have to pound on it for days! I took a piece of 3/8 steel plate, 1.8” x 1” and drilled and tapped a 1/2-20 thread in the middle. I then slightly rounded the corners of that plate so it matched the shape of the inner race of the larger bearing inside the drum. I then took another 3/8 steel plate, 4” x 2” and drilled a 1/2 through hole in the middle of the plate. I then purchased a 1/2-20 x 2.5” grade 8 bolt. I had to drop the threaded plate through the bearing race and push it up against the race from the back side. I then ran the bolt through the plate and threaded it into the plate behind the bearing. You have to pull up on the puller while threading to prevent the threaded plate from rotating. I also had to use a screw driver to prevent the race from rotating. Made quick work of it. Thanks again!!!

[@zipper8089]

Very well made video, informative! Thanks to you were able to keep our machine.

[@richardrose9205]

This video is very well done - one of the best "How To" videos I have seen. The procedure is well planned and executed very well. with no silly distracting background music. In my opinion, this procedure should only be attempted by experienced DIY'ers. It is fairly difficult and draws on a wide range of skills acquired over time. One tip I can pass on - when removing the white plastic pins that hold the shock absorbers, I used a 13mm socket slipped over the end of the plastic pin and used it depress the release tab. There is no way I could get a pair of pliers behind the shock absorber to squeeze the release tab. I suggest anyone attempting to replace the tub bearings, set aside the better part of a day to focus on the procedure. I found that some of the tasks such as removing the last spring holding the tub was DIFFICULT for one person. I struggled but eventually got it done. I successfully replaced the bearings and re-assembled the machine. The noise is gone! Thanks for sharing this excellent tutorial.

[@504ksh]

Please continue to help educate. Great video with explanation

[@bhubertjr]

This was a big help. Made replacing bearings easier than trying to do without this video. Thanks for making the video.

[@tracyfarmer6259]

Now I know how those front loaders come apart nice video you are good at fixing appliances I miss your videos

[@Superultera]

Thanks. Bearings replaced in a little over an hour and a half because of your excellent video.

[@boerboeldaddy9535]

I did every thing he said and it worked perfectly. The correct tools on hand is key and alternates to get the bearings out. Freezer for sure, and take your time putting those in.

[@karenfiedler1831]

Good video. I have been putting off the inevitable of replacing the noisy bearings on mine for several weeks. My viewpoint is that if the bearing is bad because of a seal leak, then the polish surface the seal rides on is probably not restorable, so I ordered a new shaft as well as bearings. I would use silicone grease to lubricant the shaft to seal surface since the seal rubber may be affected by petrolium based grease. I'm kind of surprised no one in the comments suggested using a brass drift to drive out the shaft and bearings to avoid damaging stuff. Brass drift and brass hammer are pretty standard tools for rebuilding manual transmissions.

[@MrKnutriis]

Good points. I've watched a few of these videos and none have mentioned the abrasion a corroded shaft will cause a new seal. It's certainly designed to fail and a horrible construction as the seal/bearing is the first to fail and by far the hardest to get to.

[@vladmorosanu]

Used your video to take a washer dryer combo apart for the same job. Your video reached out all the way in Romania (EU) to help! :) The basket ONLY came out after I used a new bolt (different from the one that came with the machine) all the way in the rod and just a tiny bit undone, then hitting it like my life depended on it with a 2 pound (1kg) hammer - which I didn't have so I bought one specifically because I believed I either break it or fix it. It soaked in WD40 for 3 hours before all unsuccesful attempts to initially use any wood to take it out (ran out of wood). I ended up bending the bolt but still came out easily. The spider assembly was good, machine is fixed and works fine. I also took out the motor assembly before hammering because my accuracy with the hammer started to suffer as my frustration grew. Thank you for the content. :) Appreciate it.

[@JH1200A1]

Awesome video! My OEM bearings lasted about 17 years! I think these washing machines were the last of the good ones. I hear so many problems with the new appliances.

[@groove269]

Thank you so much for this video. The bearings were a pain first day. I put a good amount of 3-1 lubricant and let it sit for a day, next day after work they came off nice and easy

[@rkal66]

Just repaired mine using this tutorial.......Thank you for the great instruction!!