Excellent video instruction for replacing the belt on a Kenmore 70 or 80 series dryer; especially compared to the other train wreck videos that UA-cam returned ahead of this one.
5+ years later, your video's still helping people fix their stuff, well done! mine was sounding like the motor was stuck (failed bearing i thought) but, it was only a very old (25+ years?) belt had begun to disintegrate and wrapped around the drive pulley. what a dilemma for the oem's... build your brand on durability and possibly sell less new units or...
My partner and I bought a used dryer that was working well for us, until I noticed that it stopped spinning. I moved away from my hometown last year, where I would always call my dad when I had an issue. I was never alone or forced to figure something out all by myself. Well, things have definitely changed. This video was so simply and to the point-thanks for teaching this viewer how to fix things by myself. This way, I can still call my dad-but AFTER I’ve done it so he can be proud of me!
Thank you so much for posting this video. My dryer stopped turning over 3 months ago. About a month ago I was told to check out the belt and with the help of your video, I was able to change the belt myself! My dryer is back to working like a charm!
Thank you for posting this. My dryer stopped spinning after a sneaker that I was drying got wedged in the tumbler. I looked at your video and thought that maybe the problem was a broken belt. I ordered a new belt and within 30 minutes or so I had the belt installed with the help of a friend who helped to hold things up while I was working on the belt. You saved me a lot of money ! These instructions were perfect.
Whether I've changed the heating element, a fuse, the belt, or anything else in that area of my 1994 Kenmore, I always forget exactly how to get the belt around the tensioner and the motor. This video has saved me a lot of frustration. thanks.
oh, it is always the "putting it back together" part where I find difficulties. I am real good at taking things apart. Having a video to see what goes where, which way, is so much of a help putting it back together. I am just happy that it was just the belt. And my old "non-roller" version of the pulley, which I replaced while was at it, using a roller version this time.
Thanks for the video...got a free Kenmore dryer off of the road that didn't work, hoped it was a broken belt, and it was...your dryer matched mine almost perfectly, and for $8.00 got the belt and took apart, put together with very little effort. Appreciate your time doing this...
Thanks so much for this video!! It was all I needed to reference to replace the fraying belt on my ancient, inherited dryer haha Much appreciated! In case anyone else experiences the same issue: My dryer stopped turning with a load in it (or tumbled LOUDLY and violently while empty) and was making a constant high-pitched squealing upon each revolution. After taking the cover off I saw a fraying, thin and brittle belt. Now everything is back to normal with just a new belt from Lowe’s. Also, I’d mention while you have it apart take the time to clean out all of the lint and debris! I had an embarrassing amount of loose change, lint and hair clips in mine….
I consider myself handy... I took the lid off, saw the belt was still intact, took the front off and found the idler just laying at the bottom... From there I was a little lost on how it connects to the pulley. Fast forwarded to that part of the video and I was done. Thanks! 10/10 would recommend
Thanks 🙏 Perfect instructions. Mine The belt broke. I immediately ordered from Amazon and I received it the next day. I just finished the job. It gave me the opportunity to vacuum down there.
Thanks for showing me how to get the lid off my uncle's old dryer! My dad told me to check the belt of the dryer, and it's still intact and holding together! BTW the problem with my uncle's old dryer is a blown thermal fuse. But at least I got to clean the insides and find some loose change! Yes, my uncle did get a new dryer. (We donated him our old dryer that we fixed).
Thank you very much. It never dawned on me that I could do this myself. Your clear step by step showed me that I can do this. I replaced the belt in less than 10 minutes.
Thank you for your video. You made it a simple process. Just a thought. Taking a picture with your phone of the belt placement around the pulleys would help. Thanks again! DCB
Just put a belt on a 31 year old dryer with the help of your video! Wouldn't it be wonderful if things last that long these days! Thank you for the video.
Thank you for this video! I've had to replace my dryer belt twice now (don't buy cheap ones on Amazon!) and followed your video step by step. Thank you for saving me from buying another dryer!
Your details were super helpful. Simple & detailed from beginning to end, enough for me to get it done right on the first try. Way more detailed than the sears video I watched first. Thanks!
This was a great video with step by step. Once I got it all disassemble I realized the pulley for the motor had snapped off and had to replace it. Changed the belt while I was at it. Thanks for this video!
Thank you! for posting this, was very helpful. I thought the hardest part would be getting that pully back on correctly, but that went smoothly. For me, putting that front panel back on was a pain, lol. You made this job an ease with you video!
Very easy to do with your nice explication. Thank to help to save and save the planet when we can keep longer our equipment instead to change for a new one. The belt cost me 13$ at a store and easy to have-it.
Steve, thank you for your very detailed instructions. I replaced my drum belt watching your instructions and it was easy even though I was a bit scared. I also repaired my Sears washing machine which was a bit more detailed, by following your instructions. Now, I can't find instructions from you on how to replace the Sears Kenmore gas dryer Drum Glide Bearing or Belt Seal. Do you have any instructions for that? I prefer to follow your instructions because others aren't so detailed. Love your work. Thank you.
Thanks so much for the video! I have the exact same set up and I found the tension wheel on the floor of the dryer and wasn’t sure how to put it back as well as the belt. Thanks so much! Great video!
While you are into the unit clean dust and lube motor. I used PB Blaster. My motor had ceased. Turn like butter now. I didn’t like the small shredding on the belt so I replaced that.
I just replaced the belt in mine. Spun the drum then put everything back together, and it still doesn't spin when turned on. I give up and I'm calling a repair man cuz putting that front back on was a righteous pain
Thank you for your excellant video.....you made it clear with your word description, and the clear view video shots. Saved us lots of time and money !!!
Thank you! I could smell my belt glazing. I found your video, ordered the belt then did a pause and play until it was back together.
Thank you, sir! You're like the Bob Ross of dryer repair!
Excellent video instruction for replacing the belt on a Kenmore 70 or 80 series dryer; especially compared to the other train wreck videos that UA-cam returned ahead of this one.
5+ years later, your video's still helping people fix their stuff, well done! mine was sounding like the motor was stuck (failed bearing i thought) but, it was only a very old (25+ years?) belt had begun to disintegrate and wrapped around the drive pulley. what a dilemma for the oem's... build your brand on durability and possibly sell less new units or...
Where did you find your new belt? Ours just.did exactly this the belt came off
My partner and I bought a used dryer that was working well for us, until I noticed that it stopped spinning. I moved away from my hometown last year, where I would always call my dad when I had an issue. I was never alone or forced to figure something out all by myself. Well, things have definitely changed. This video was so simply and to the point-thanks for teaching this viewer how to fix things by myself. This way, I can still call my dad-but AFTER I’ve done it so he can be proud of me!
Thank you so much for posting this video. My dryer stopped turning over 3 months ago. About a month ago I was told to check out the belt and with the help of your video, I was able to change the belt myself! My dryer is back to working like a charm!
So how did you dry your clothes for this long ?
Thank you for posting this. My dryer stopped spinning after a sneaker that I was drying got wedged in the tumbler. I looked at your video and thought that maybe the problem was a broken belt. I ordered a new belt and within 30 minutes or so I had the belt installed with the help of a friend who helped to hold things up while I was working on the belt. You saved me a lot of money ! These instructions were perfect.
Excellent video thanks for posting :)
Whether I've changed the heating element, a fuse, the belt, or anything else in that area of my 1994 Kenmore, I always forget exactly how to get the belt around the tensioner and the motor. This video has saved me a lot of frustration. thanks.
oh, it is always the "putting it back together" part where I find difficulties. I am real good at taking things apart. Having a video to see what goes where, which way, is so much of a help putting it back together. I am just happy that it was just the belt. And my old "non-roller" version of the pulley, which I replaced while was at it, using a roller version this time.
Thank you for the visual and spoken details.
Thank you too!
Just used this along with another video to successfully change my drum belt. Thanks for saving me a repair call!
Thanks for the video...got a free Kenmore dryer off of the road that didn't work, hoped it was a broken belt, and it was...your dryer matched mine almost perfectly, and for $8.00 got the belt and took apart, put together with very little effort. Appreciate your time doing this...
Thank you for this post. I couldn't believe the position of the belt tensioner! But buying the new belt and pulley saved me over $600. Again thank you
Great video. First time doing any appliance work and fixed it for a $7.98 belt from Lowe's. Saved over $100 and much more satisfying doing it yourself
In April 2024, I bought my replacement belt at Lowe’s for $14.60. That’s Bidenflation for you.
Thanks so much for this video!! It was all I needed to reference to replace the fraying belt on my ancient, inherited dryer haha Much appreciated!
In case anyone else experiences the same issue: My dryer stopped turning with a load in it (or tumbled LOUDLY and violently while empty) and was making a constant high-pitched squealing upon each revolution. After taking the cover off I saw a fraying, thin and brittle belt. Now everything is back to normal with just a new belt from Lowe’s.
Also, I’d mention while you have it apart take the time to clean out all of the lint and debris! I had an embarrassing amount of loose change, lint and hair clips in mine….
I fixed my dad who’s 88 dryer you saved him money thank you
I consider myself handy... I took the lid off, saw the belt was still intact, took the front off and found the idler just laying at the bottom... From there I was a little lost on how it connects to the pulley. Fast forwarded to that part of the video and I was done. Thanks! 10/10 would recommend
Thanks 🙏 Perfect instructions. Mine The belt broke. I immediately ordered from Amazon and I received it the next day. I just finished the job. It gave me the opportunity to vacuum down there.
Thank you for helping me change my dryer belt. ❤
Thanks for showing me how to get the lid off my uncle's old dryer!
My dad told me to check the belt of the dryer, and it's still intact and holding together!
BTW the problem with my uncle's old dryer is a blown thermal fuse.
But at least I got to clean the insides and find some loose change!
Yes, my uncle did get a new dryer. (We donated him our old dryer that we fixed).
Thank you very much. It never dawned on me that I could do this myself. Your clear step by step showed me that I can do this. I replaced the belt in less than 10 minutes.
Thank you for your video. You made it a simple process.
Just a thought. Taking a picture with your phone of the belt placement around the pulleys would help. Thanks again! DCB
Just put a belt on a 31 year old dryer with the help of your video! Wouldn't it be wonderful if things last that long these days! Thank you for the video.
Thank you for this video! I've had to replace my dryer belt twice now (don't buy cheap ones on Amazon!) and followed your video step by step. Thank you for saving me from buying another dryer!
Thanks for the information! It was very helpful. My Kenmore dryer is back up and running again.
Didn't have to remove my door just swing it to the side, but was able to replace broken belt without a problem.. Thank u for your excellent video
Why not check out the rollers while the drum is loose? Great Video . Sure educates us that never worked on these types of devices.
Your details were super helpful. Simple & detailed from beginning to end, enough for me to get it done right on the first try. Way more detailed than the sears video I watched first. Thanks!
Just fixed my dryer, this video was basically the only resource I needed. Thank you so much.
this was very helpful. Even though my problem wasn't a belt, it was very useful to see how the machine comes apart without breaking things.
This was the best video I found and was able to repair the dryer with no issues!! Thank you so much!!
Where did you get your new belt
Pro quality video with a pro caliber technician !! Thanks !!
Glad you liked it!
This was a great video with step by step. Once I got it all disassemble I realized the pulley for the motor had snapped off and had to replace it. Changed the belt while I was at it. Thanks for this video!
Thanks! Glad I didn't "just buy a new one". Literally saved hundreds from this video
Thank you! for posting this, was very helpful. I thought the hardest part would be getting that pully back on correctly, but that went smoothly. For me, putting that front panel back on was a pain, lol. You made this job an ease with you video!
Thank you so much! My mom and I were able to replace our dryer belt thanks to you. Your tutorial was so clear.
Thanks for your educational instructions,it was a major help!
Thank you so much!!! Just saved me over 200 bucks by changing the belt myself!!
Thanks for the video I have the same dryer got my dryer working again thank you
Thank you so much for the video! My dryer is up and running again for about $8 and my own labor.
Thanks a lot. This video helped me change this belt for the first time ever. Incredibly simple explanation 👌 your the best.
Thank you very much for the video!! My dryer was just about an exact match to the one in the video! Made the job simple!
Hello. Where did you get your new belt
Thanks for taking the time to post this it really helped me out when i was in s bind
It’s generous contributors like you that make the world a better place! Thank you!!
Very easy to do with your nice explication. Thank to help to save and save the planet when we can keep longer our equipment instead to change for a new one. The belt cost me 13$ at a store and easy to have-it.
Steve, thank you for your very detailed instructions. I replaced my drum belt watching your instructions and it was easy even though I was a bit scared. I also repaired my Sears washing machine which was a bit more detailed, by following your instructions. Now, I can't find instructions from you on how to replace the Sears Kenmore gas dryer Drum Glide Bearing or Belt Seal. Do you have any instructions for that? I prefer to follow your instructions because others aren't so detailed. Love your work. Thank you.
Thank you. Your video is more helpful than the others and saved me a $200 service call.
Just wanted to thank you! You really helped me out!
Glad to hear it!
Fantastic! You saved us money and time. Easy belt replacement by following and pausing through each step. Again, thank you!
You're very welcome! Glad it was able to help with your repair!
Thanks for the video. I had a different issue but this video helped me take apart the dryer so I could successfully fix mine. Thanks again.
BEST INSTRUCTION I HAVE SEEN YET - THANK YOU VERY MUCH
I could not separate the connector. You make it look so simple and easy. It’s not easy. That stopped the whole project
Thank you for the fix! Buying a new dryer will need to wait for another day.
Thank you for the video my husband and I put the belt it was easy! Thanks again!
Thank you so much! Saved me maintenance costs! Excellent video! Thank you sir!!🤙. Mahalo!!
Thanks so much for the video! I have the exact same set up and I found the tension wheel on the floor of the dryer and wasn’t sure how to put it back as well as the belt. Thanks so much! Great video!
GREAT video. EXACTLY what I needed. saved me a repair bill!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Thanks for your instruction video. It's was a huge help.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, sir! You helped me a lot tonight!
Thank you so much for this. Took me about 30 minutes and saved me a ton of money.
You're welcome!
Thank you for this video, it really helped with belt routing
Absolutely wonderful explaining on repair! Thank You!!!
Thanks a lot. Thought it was going to be a lot of work till I watched the video
Very smooth explained thanks a lot
6 years ago and STILL relevant . I just now replaced the belt on my dryer , but what kind of super stretchy belt are you using ?
Thank you very much ❤️💖🥰 for your educational videos, it saved lots of unnecessary expenses 🙂
Awesome! Clear instructions and visuals.
Super helpful! Fixed my dryer for the cost of the belt only!
I couldnt have done it without you! saved$$
Yeah!! You just saved me money!! Thank you!! So easy and clear instructions. Much appreciate that
You are welcome!
That was exactly what I did I just didn't know where the belt was thank you very much
This actually worked.i might start repairing these now for money 💡
THANK YOU , thank you... saved my butt - had no roller only a teflon half moon idler arm, worked!
While you are into the unit clean dust and lube motor. I used PB Blaster. My motor had ceased. Turn like butter now. I didn’t like the small shredding on the belt so I replaced that.
Very informative video. You sure made changing the belt easy!
Nice demonstration.
Thank you for this video. Made swapping out the belt simple. My dryer is still squeaking a bit. Not as much, but still. Any ideas?
I just replaced the belt in mine. Spun the drum then put everything back together, and it still doesn't spin when turned on. I give up and I'm calling a repair man cuz putting that front back on was a righteous pain
The best video in this topic. Thanks!
This was very helpful!!! Thank you so much!
You saved my ass 😅thanks a bunch! Great job explaining and demonstrating. My dryer is as good as new.
Be well!
Thank you Sir your awesome 👏!!
Thanks for the heads up man.....got ours done easier thanks to you!!!
Nice thoughtful instructions
Very informative video. It was a great help. Thank you.
Thanks, it was very easy to do and Lowe's had the belt for $7.98
Thanks. You saved me a lot of time.
Thank you for your excellant video.....you made it clear with your word description, and the clear view video shots. Saved us lots of time and money !!!
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for your help. I appreciate it.
Exactly what I needed. Very clear and to the point!!
Great video. Thanks very much!
Very helpful thanks..but I use a cord to hold the drum while I wrangled the front panel
Super helpful and accurate video
Thank You So Much for your Video🎊🥳🎉🥳🎊🥳🎊... it was a Saver to me.. Thank You From Guam USA🎉🎉🎉
Excellent video, thanks!
Wow i was about to spend 100 bucks on repair thank you
Very helpful would use again
Thanks the video was very helpful
Thank you this video was very helpful