Teardown and Fix of a Samsung Front Load Washing Machine (WF331ANW)

Teardown and Fix of a Samsung Front Load Washing Machine - The drum was not turning as freely as it had been. So we dug into it and sure enough, it was an issue with the Spider Arm. So we replaced it, the bolts and the tub seal. And learned a bit along the way. This is my first foray into fixing large appliances and I have to say it was a ton of fun! I spent $120 on parts and avoided a $350 service call. Its back up and running and the Mrs could not be happier!
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[@buckeye9252]

somthing about watching people tear stuff down is so soothing. I watch these type of vids before I go to bed 👌

[@parkerbrown6175]

Super helpful video for anyone needing to know how to do this job. Made my life so much easier my friend, thanks for the top tier content

[@M.A441]

Thanks a lot for the video.

[@Rostasteve]

Wow. Thank you so much for this, total life saver.

[@kevinintheusa8984]

We had the same washer dryer pair and I fixed the spider arm and put in a new balancer. It ran OK but didn't get the clothes as clean as a top loader we had in the garage that is over 30 years old. Once I fixed the washer, the dryer stopped heating. Another 100 bucks and everything was fine, for about 6 months and now my new spider arm broke again. Cheap pot metal. We sold both and moved our older Maytags back into the house. We got about 4.5 years out of this set at about $3,500.00 bucks. Not a good deal. Never again.

[@marissawillis1560]

Thank you SO MUCH Bear for sharing this video. Our washer just “Exploded” the other night. Scared me and the Yorkie. She barked, I screamed and we both ran. I strongly believe our problem is the spider arm as well but no matter what it is I’m more confident in approaching this. Thanks to you! Keep these coming whenever you get the opportunity.

[@robertharker]

My mom had a gift rule. Gifts from my father never had a cord. If the device has a cord, it is a household expense, not a gift. This was 60 years ago. Still is good advice.

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

This is why I love you videos you guys are close knit family I love that I respect that so you can you guys can look human sometimes I'm DIY myself I always preach alternative DIY do it yourself if you can

[@chipstowell7136]

Awesome job describing how to take this unit apart. Sure enough it was the Spider 'brace', totally shot with part floating around just like on the video. Love the bear by the way and the kids interruptions.

[@PawOfRizzo]

I had a simple, ten year old, Kenmore dryer stop heating over the Summer. Never fixed one before. After watching some vids on similar models, I ordered about 6 different thermostats, assemblies, and parts, and replaced most of the heating parts. Has worked fine for months. The parts all together were about $60, so saved a ton on a service call. It wasn't as hard as your washer repair looked though.

[@HalfdogFilms]

Dude you own. Just helped my dad rip apart his washer to confirm a broken spider arm. This video saved us a lot of time.

[@quayquon]

I sprayed my spider arm with primer so far so good .

[@raddude4978]

Great job! I’ll definitely stick with the plain Jane, no frills washer and dryer.

[@carportchronicles1943]

I just replaced the bearings on mine, the thing sounded like a freight train on spin cycle. I spent a day taking it apart and another day putting it back together. There was nothing difficult about the process but there is a lot of little stuff which needs to be disconnected as you go. Finally, it was nice to also be able to give the inside of the tub and the front seal a thorough cleaning. These machines are notorious for developing a funky smell over the years. I am glad to project is over, and with any luck I will get another seven years out of the thing.

[@Graystonethusky]

Buy yourself a set of Speed Queens. They're made in the USA in Wisconsin with metal, not plastic. I got huge warranties on mine. Also they can be completely repaired (If they ever need it) from the front of the machine. I had looked at all the washers out there before I bought the Speed Queens, and the issue with the spider arms was the reason I stayed away from those front loaders. So glad I went with the pair I have.

[@raimoe4512]

Wow bear im shocked at how nice your bearings were when you pulled that apart. I been doing appliance repair for close to 30 years. Its extremely rare in my experience to have the shaft come out so easily. Good job for a rookie. You did an excellent job.

[@SwarthyPlinker]

Thanks for the video. I enjoyed watching this. I like to repair my own appliances if I can. I just hate the ridiculous prices charged for replacement parts.

[@lucky13driver]

Way to go! Fix it and save your family some money. This is why we have a shop👍

[@StealthyWolfDaddyWerewolf]

That washing machine... I am impressed you got it all taken care of. The whole procedure reminds me of changing a radiator on one of those Hyundai mini vans. I think I counted 50 bolts or more around that range when I did one a long time ago. If you ever get tired of it, I suggest the Kenmore washers and dryers. Seems like Sears has made their products easily serviceable for both washers and dryers. As long as they look like the regular washers and dryers. Only thing u gotta do with them is clean the sensors for lint on the dryers and maintain the drum on the washers if they have any issues. My lawnmower is like a 27 hp craftsman 2002 model I put together. I also have a newer 420 cc mower that has retired into a tow or ride only vehicle. It's just how everything is where you buy it all nice and new, but it will break like it was 30 years old. I think we hit that process of plastics and tin not making it happen after 2001.

[@sherryann1089]

I love your kiddos sense of humor, reminds me of my own Baby Bear.