This is what our dryer started doing a month ago. My husband is going to try to fix it, so you sharing this might save us from buying a new dryer. Thank you very much!
It worked for me! Even the know-it-all guy next store said he wouldn't tackle gutting and rebuilding a dryer, but thanks to your video, I did! And she's running smooth and quiet now. Just one screw leftover, but I've had a loose screw for decades! Thank you!
Thank you for the video. I spent six hours fixing mine. The lint inside horrendous, so the majority of my time was cleaning. This saved me a probable dyer fire and as a retired Fire Captain a dyer fire wouldn’t be good. My wheel fell off the shaft as opened it up. The video saved us from purchasing a new dryer.
That's exactly why I made it. Glad it helped. These machines are really dead simple. Most of the things that go wrong are fixable with a few bucks worth of parts and a bit of swearing.
Good video. I have the gas version of the same dryer and it's been thumping since I got it. When I called to complain about it, they said that's how it's supposed to sound until it warms up. At first, it did quiet down after a few min but now, all these years later, it's a constant barrage of thumping, the whole time. After seeing your ordeal oh, I think I'm going to take the cheap option that you pointed out at the end of the video. With any luck I'll be able to Finance the project with my findings in the lint trap. Thanks for posting.
I loved this video. You did everything backwards but you got there. I laughed, I cheered and I cried. I have the same unit still running after 23 years. I do a 5 year tear down and clean up.
If you are poor and dont want mess all front panels. That rear backside on left wheel (when taking back panel off) is one that usually goes bad. Replace or Swap out the other rear wheel into that spot and hit it with some wheel bearing grease or lithium grease.
Thanks for the help!! This video saved my dryer and it’s smoother/quieter than it’s operated in quite some time! Now I drink a few beers!!🍻🍻cheers my friend!
I just got through this same job. It was actually easier than I thought, since you already made the mistakes for all us sinners. The OEM part kit had some "instructions" that were worthless. Thanks for putting this out there to help keep these machines out of landfills. Now go buy yourself some caramels.
Okay…this was my first foray into Dork Energy…and I am hooked. I took your suggestion and only replaced the back two wheels…and Thumpy no more. The insight and comedic aspect of this were first rate and I am ready for my next DIY project and hopefully you will happen to have a video to provide the same laughter and Everyman know how to kill it!
Thank you so much for making this video. I have the exact same color and model. I had to replace the same parts yesterday. I knew what the problem was but I have a home warranty so I had the man come out and fix it. All quiet now except that he broke the digital display on my dashboard. He also didn't like the way it sounded so he is ordering a new drum. I think it sounds great but he didn't. I am just a little pissed about the display. But he is ordering one. Next time I am for sure fixing it my self. Thank you again.
This video was amazing! It definitely saved me some trial and error. I'm sure it was the same wheel as yours that was giving me trouble, but I replaced them all also.
I think I'll pray that the same single rear wheel has gone bad on my dryer as yours. Then I'll just replace the two back wheel assemblies since you were able to get at those without much disassembly at all. I'll keep the other 2 wheels and pulley in the bag and hoped I never need then! Thanks. Follow up: I found a set of two rollers on Amazon. They had good reviews (some of these 3rd party replacement roller sets have a fair amount poor reviews...so caution). As I mentioned earlier, I decided to not replace the belt or front rollers. To much chance of doing more harm than good, IMO. I noticed when replacing the back rollers that the track the rollers ride on the drum was rough with debris in spots. Also the seam where the drum was welded together was rough. I thought that could also be contributing to the rough, rumbling sounds. So I used some very fine sandpaper and 0000 steel wool to remove the debris. I also used a fine file to smooth the joint. I did this for both the front and back of the drum as I could access things from the top while turning the drum. The thumping sound is reduced. There is still a small thump once per revolution and I suspect that is due to remaining imperfections in the drum track. I should listen to other dryers and see if a tiny thump per revolution is normal behavior. I have had my 4e dryer for about 15 years so there's is no way I can remember how it sounded when new! Good luck to anyone who also takes on this repair. Remember those nuts holding the rear roller axle are REVERSE THREADED!!!!!
I accept this challenge, however, only on a weekend when my wife isn’t home. She’ll freak the fuck out if she sees the level of surgery required on ole trusty and demand I purchase a brand new appliance…which won’t happen in my lifetime.
This video was tremendously helpful with hilarious and informative commentary:) thank you! I’m almost looking forward to fixing our resident thumpy now.
If you have a light thump take top off and clean where the wheels ride on the drum on the outside edges by the felt strip. Mine was thumping and i cleaned the black caked on gunk and it reduced it by 75 percent. Also ground down the edges where the drum seam is welded together.
I think so. You might have a switch near the pully for the the belt that is activated if the belt is broken (ie. no tension). Not sure if this model has that.
This video helped me out immensely. I have the same model. I took the back off to access the rear wheels. I removed those via the reverse threaded nuts. I was able to access the front wheels without removing the drum as I did not replace the belt. I removed the front lower panel and the air turbine cover to get to the front rollers. These were also removed via the nuts which are normal threaded for the front rollers. Installation of the turbine cover was easier to reinstall by also removing the lint holder and then reinstalling that last. Thanks again for your video. You saved me a chunk of change, not counting the coins found during the repair.
By the way, these model and similar dryers last forever. I've replaced the gas valve coils, but nothing else. A workhorse. I laughed when you say... Oh for f$cks sakes. Hahaha!!
Here's a tip for you. Find the part you need on one of those appliance repair sites. I think this is what you are looking for : www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Drum-Roller-Axle/WPW10359272/1878663 Copy the part number and paste it into an eBay search. www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Whirlpool-WPW10359272-Drum-Roller-Axle-3387707-3399509-8575325-W10359272/373442873042?hash=item56f2ee06d2:g:lwQAAOSwpd9fmhO1
DONT WATCH THIS VIDEO, everything he does is wrong and the hard way. Go at it from the front and it's simple. Watch the HE3 video on YT by Repair Clinic to see the correct way to do it. This was a clown show.
I think, if you ever wanted to do voice work, you could probably be a backup for Kermit the Frog (and all of the Muppets that Jim Henson voiced) with minimal training. Also, nice video.
AH; chalk one up to ignorance, testosterone and plain ole cheapness! I totally live my live by these principles! Oh fuck yea, chalk out up to the human male! Cheers!
Guessing and yanking screws is not all that helpful and if you don't know how to disconnect electrical connectors, or how to remove drive belt/lift drum prob shouldn't be making info videos
Thanks bought of you for this video you have know idea how much you guys help me stay healthy stay blessed.
Thanks for your help. BTW…. There were only 3 clips that held the control panel in place. So, you didn’t lose any!
This is what our dryer started doing a month ago. My husband is going to try to fix it, so you sharing this might save us from buying a new dryer. Thank you very much!
That's the whole point! Hope it helped.
Strong work. Appreciate you taking the extra step of recording this for the benefit of others. Plus, you’re hysterical.
It worked for me! Even the know-it-all guy next store said he wouldn't tackle gutting and rebuilding a dryer, but thanks to your video, I did! And she's running smooth and quiet now. Just one screw leftover, but I've had a loose screw for decades! Thank you!
Nice job. Glad you didn't listen to the guy next door ;)
Thank you for the video. I spent six hours fixing mine. The lint inside horrendous, so the majority of my time was cleaning. This saved me a probable dyer fire and as a retired Fire Captain a dyer fire wouldn’t be good. My wheel fell off the shaft as opened it up. The video saved us from purchasing a new dryer.
That's exactly why I made it. Glad it helped. These machines are really dead simple. Most of the things that go wrong are fixable with a few bucks worth of parts and a bit of swearing.
Love that you show the mistakes that people normally run into.
Good video. I have the gas version of the same dryer and it's been thumping since I got it. When I called to complain about it, they said that's how it's supposed to sound until it warms up. At first, it did quiet down after a few min but now, all these years later, it's a constant barrage of thumping, the whole time. After seeing your ordeal oh, I think I'm going to take the cheap option that you pointed out at the end of the video. With any luck I'll be able to Finance the project with my findings in the lint trap. Thanks for posting.
Your a fun crusher because I happen to love thumps clothes dryers
I loved this video. You did everything backwards but you got there. I laughed, I cheered and I cried. I have the same unit still running after 23 years. I do a 5 year tear down and clean up.
That's encouraging!! Glad you enjoyed the video.
If you are poor and dont want mess all front panels. That rear backside on left wheel (when taking back panel off) is one that usually goes bad. Replace or Swap out the other rear wheel into that spot and hit it with some wheel bearing grease or lithium grease.
Great to have a companion as I changed out all the wheels after living with my very own thumpy for a month+. Couldn't have done it without your help.
Nice! Glad I could be of service.
Thanks for the help!! This video saved my dryer and it’s smoother/quieter than it’s operated in quite some time! Now I drink a few beers!!🍻🍻cheers my friend!
Cool. Glad it helped. Cheers!
Great job! Such persistence. I immediately went and ordered a new dryer.
Haha. Oh jeez.
Thank you sir for the informative and entertaining video. I'm glad I'm not the only one that trial and errors my way through this stuff.
I just got through this same job. It was actually easier than I thought, since you already made the mistakes for all us sinners. The OEM part kit had some "instructions" that were worthless. Thanks for putting this out there to help keep these machines out of landfills. Now go buy yourself some caramels.
I will. Thanks!
Okay…this was my first foray into Dork Energy…and I am hooked. I took your suggestion and only replaced the back two wheels…and Thumpy no more. The insight and comedic aspect of this were first rate and I am ready for my next DIY project and hopefully you will happen to have a video to provide the same laughter and Everyman know how to kill it!
This was funny, and helpful
Thank you so much for making this video. I have the exact same color and model. I had to replace the same parts yesterday. I knew what the problem was but I have a home warranty so I had the man come out and fix it. All quiet now except that he broke the digital display on my dashboard. He also didn't like the way it sounded so he is ordering a new drum. I think it sounds great but he didn't. I am just a little pissed about the display. But he is ordering one. Next time I am for sure fixing it my self. Thank you again.
Thanks for watching. Beware the appliance repair man :o
Anyone can brake anything of mine if they then replace it with a new one and it doesn't cost me anything.
This video was amazing! It definitely saved me some trial and error. I'm sure it was the same wheel as yours that was giving me trouble, but I replaced them all also.
Yup. Once you've got it open, might as well. Glad it helped.
Thanks for this very helpful video on how to disassemble the unit!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video your awesome 👏 😆
I think I'll pray that the same single rear wheel has gone bad on my dryer as yours. Then I'll just replace the two back wheel assemblies since you were able to get at those without much disassembly at all. I'll keep the other 2 wheels and pulley in the bag and hoped I never need then! Thanks.
Follow up: I found a set of two rollers on Amazon. They had good reviews (some of these 3rd party replacement roller sets have a fair amount poor reviews...so caution). As I mentioned earlier, I decided to not replace the belt or front rollers. To much chance of doing more harm than good, IMO. I noticed when replacing the back rollers that the track the rollers ride on the drum was rough with debris in spots. Also the seam where the drum was welded together was rough. I thought that could also be contributing to the rough, rumbling sounds. So I used some very fine sandpaper and 0000 steel wool to remove the debris. I also used a fine file to smooth the joint. I did this for both the front and back of the drum as I could access things from the top while turning the drum. The thumping sound is reduced. There is still a small thump once per revolution and I suspect that is due to remaining imperfections in the drum track. I should listen to other dryers and see if a tiny thump per revolution is normal behavior. I have had my 4e dryer for about 15 years so there's is no way I can remember how it sounded when new! Good luck to anyone who also takes on this repair. Remember those nuts holding the rear roller axle are REVERSE THREADED!!!!!
Glad it worked out for ya!
DorkEnergy Thank you for your help!!!!
Fantastic video. I'm going to troubleshoot my dryer tomorrow and I get it's the wheels.
Excellent! Always glad when people tackle these repairs themselves.
I accept this challenge, however, only on a weekend when my wife isn’t home. She’ll freak the fuck out if she sees the level of surgery required on ole trusty and demand I purchase a brand new appliance…which won’t happen in my lifetime.
Good video, especially taking time to show the symptoms. There’s an ergonomic way to do this without removing the back. Check the repair clinic site.
yes, thank you for clearing the path............
This video was tremendously helpful with hilarious and informative commentary:) thank you! I’m almost looking forward to fixing our resident thumpy now.
Good to hear. Good luck with the fix!
If you have a light thump take top off and clean where the wheels ride on the drum on the outside edges by the felt strip. Mine was thumping and i cleaned the black caked on gunk and it reduced it by 75 percent. Also ground down the edges where the drum seam is welded together.
Good tip. Thanks.
Coolbeans. Thanks for the information. I'm going to fix mine today.
Very entertaining. Another job well done... well it’s done. 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Well a broken belt cause the dryer not to start ?
I think so. You might have a switch near the pully for the the belt that is activated if the belt is broken (ie. no tension). Not sure if this model has that.
This video helped me out immensely. I have the same model. I took the back off to access the rear wheels. I removed those via the reverse threaded nuts. I was able to access the front wheels without removing the drum as I did not replace the belt. I removed the front lower panel and the air turbine cover to get to the front rollers. These were also removed via the nuts which are normal threaded for the front rollers. Installation of the turbine cover was easier to reinstall by also removing the lint holder and then reinstalling that last. Thanks again for your video. You saved me a chunk of change, not counting the coins found during the repair.
By the way, these model and similar dryers last forever. I've replaced the gas valve coils, but nothing else. A workhorse. I laughed when you say... Oh for f$cks sakes. Hahaha!!
Probably $200 in 2022 inflation 😂😂😂
Thank you for suffering through all the mistakes so we don't have to.
Great video! It's not a job well done if there's no cussing.
I appreciate that and agree wholeheartedly.
For fucks sake... LMFAO love it! Keep putting regular guy videos out! Thx for the effort
Great video...goona have to tackle this sonbitch soon!....Great commentary, Thanks!
Great stuff. Not a easy model. They build the newer kenmores and lg and samsungs like tanks.
Yo, thank you so much for this video and making all the mistakes I can hopefully avoid now doing this myself now.
you dont havetoo take all that off to get to the wheels
I know that now but the journey is half the fun.
@@dork3nergy work smart not hard bruddda
Helpful video, but language! 😬
I have model 110.95088400, im looking for the roller and support pin. Do you happen to have the link on ebay for the part?
Here's a tip for you. Find the part you need on one of those appliance repair sites. I think this is what you are looking for :
www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Drum-Roller-Axle/WPW10359272/1878663
Copy the part number and paste it into an eBay search.
www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Whirlpool-WPW10359272-Drum-Roller-Axle-3387707-3399509-8575325-W10359272/373442873042?hash=item56f2ee06d2:g:lwQAAOSwpd9fmhO1
go to all that trouble and not replacing the wheels oh well
What can I say, I'm a cheap ass.
DONT WATCH THIS VIDEO, everything he does is wrong and the hard way. Go at it from the front and it's simple. Watch the HE3 video on YT by Repair Clinic to see the correct way to do it. This was a clown show.
21:30 they look like inline skating wheels.
You're right. Wouldn't be surprised if they were.
I think, if you ever wanted to do voice work, you could probably be a backup for Kermit the Frog (and all of the Muppets that Jim Henson voiced) with minimal training. Also, nice video.
Whoa, I think that might explain my green palor.
Fucking hilarious !! I'll be kit'n our unit diiiiiiirectly 👍👍👍
AH; chalk one up to ignorance, testosterone and plain ole cheapness! I totally live my live by these principles! Oh fuck yea, chalk out up to the human male! Cheers!
For fuck sakes 😅
Guessing and yanking screws is not all that helpful and if you don't know how to disconnect electrical connectors, or how to remove drive belt/lift drum prob shouldn't be making info videos
I don't know, guessing and yanking usually works. Proof is in the puddin' mate.
He did it so you don't have to guess and yank. A thank you should be in order. 😉