How to Replace Drum Roller‘s & Disassemble a Grinding, Squeaking Maytag Electric or Gas Dryer
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- In this video I go over a step-by-step how to guide of exactly what to do to replace the rollers and a Maytag bravo 300 quiet series dryer. Although this is a particular dryer I’m using Maytag made a lot of different dryers that were very similar. There’s lots of different symptoms of bad rollers. It could be a broken belt a Squeaking Grinding or rattling noise. How to fix a squeaky noisy dryer is not as difficult as you think and I hope this step-by-step guide helps you solve your appliance repair needs. I have several Maytag dryer repairs how to replace the multi rib belt to how to clean out dryer lint to prevent fire.
If your electric dryer is making a loud noise the top reasons and fixes are several but usually come down to drum rollers or hair and rust on the drum rollers.
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Most compressive DYI video I have ever used. Perfect instructions, great camera angles. You walked me through the rebuild. Thank you. Loved the tips. Yes idler adjuster pulley, easiest is from the rear. Great job. Dryer works and sounds much better. Rear upper wheel had worn out. Replaced all 4 and adjuster assembly. Than you. A must watch if you are working on a Maytag dryer Bravos. Update don’t forget to check the safety switch by the idler adjuster belt pulley. It must be in the up position. Mine was sticky, had to tear dryer back down to realize that was the no run issue. SOB lol.
I'm visiting my elderly parents to help out as my dad recovers from surgery. The dryer broke and I fixed it using this video. It's crazy how your video helped an old couple who's got a lot more to worry about. Thank you for the clear concise instructions.
I'm fixing to tear into our dryer to replace all rollers and drum belt.
Watching this video was better than reading a manual.
Got it done in just a few minutes.
Great video
Great video. Step by step does not leave anything out. Replaced the four wheels and pulley, easy peasy, silence (no squeals) is golden! Thank you.
Great video! Appreciate the helpful step-by-step instructions and tips. Oddly, the biggest pain I had was getting the wire harnesses apart, but eventually managed it. Replaced 4 wheels plus pulley wheel and it did the trick...no more squealing! Super helpful video! Thanks.
Glad you got it fixed.
Writing from October 2024 to say a) THANK YOU! and b) this also holds true for a Bravos XL gas dryer. Though I maybe should have put on HAZMAT gear before taking the front off - the dryer had never been cleaned and boy howdy, it was a mess in there.
Great Video! Like the "stop action" shots. Handy to see exactly what you're referring to. Thanks!
Glad to help
Best dryer repair video on UA-cam by far. Thank you very much for taking the time to do such an awesome job both filming and editing.
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Thank you for sharing this beautiful video of step by step and clear pictures and clear speaking voice 😎
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Thank you so much!! Everything went smoothly and it only cost me about $25! You kick ass. I hope you’re well. Cheers!
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Thanks!
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Geat video! Keep up the good work! Saved me money!
Awesome video. Simple to fix my seized pulley after watching. Thank you for posting the video!
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I flowed all your instruction work very well my dryer no more squeaking, Thanks
Glad to hear it
Muchísimas gracias!!! Me ahorre lo del técnico 🤭, era lo que tenía, que estaban sucias las poleas…. Excelente tutorial 👏👏👏👏
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Great video ... I just couldn't get it loud enough :( You had great video and instructions & Hints!
Excellent video. Thank you for an easy step by step video
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Thank you thank you thank you!! Good video , none of the blah blah blah so many other makers are guilty of.
Fantastic video brother
Great production value in this video! You can see the experience and skill increase in your planning/editing. Keep it up!
Thanks
@@WasherDryerMoney would the be called a bearing? My uncle listened to my dryer said it was the bearings making the loud whining noise ? From the back bravo Maytag xl
On mine it was the small, plastic washer between the pulley and the assembly. The old washer had shrunk and become brittle (story of my life) causing the pulley to rub against the assembly. Replaced with .505 x 3/4 x 1/8 nylon flat washer. ( six for a dollar at Lowes) and greased.
50% off for healthy sleep is a good deal BTW. I'll check it out. Good video. Explaining what's going on
Thanks
This was so helpful- thanks for posting this
Glad to help
Thanks helped tremendously.
Great instruction! Thanks!
My dryer has a long shaft on the tensioner pully. The shaft came out and I haven't seen any videos that have this problem.
5 things 1 what is that hook tool called? 2 where did you get the cart to put the machine on? 3 how did you get that machine on the cart? (look like it would be challenging ) 4 dope distressed jeans. 5 keep up the great work, thanks for the info 👍
I think it’s called a key pick tool. I got it and the cart from Harbor freight. It lowers to a few inches off the floor so it’s not too difficult to get it on the rollaround cart.
Yeah those jeans started off much smaller hole a few years ago.
Thanks for the comment. Glad you like the video.
How can i get the right size belt
So I followed your tutorial on the dryer plugged it in and turned it on. It lit up and I proceeded to hit the start button, the read out screen went dark and won’t turn on again no matter how many times I flip the breaker or unplug it and plug It back in. I double checked the switch plugs and they’re both hooked up
And I have power at the plug do you have any ideas?
Our dryers is amount a squeaky noise and grinds from time to time. Hubby is on his way to fix it I’m sending him this now.
I hope y’all get it fixed.
Great job, the best I have seen. Keep it up.
Thanks I appreciate it.
Want to replace roller axel. OEM is reverse thread. Replacement is normal thread. Why do they do this?
Where is the link for parts
I am working on the same dryer it turns on but does nothing when I hit start already checked all censors but still nothing
Very helpful video, thank you
Glad to help
I did everything step by step but my belt is too long now. Won’t stay in place. What did I do wrong?
Great Video.
Thanks
Do the old school (dry filter on top) actually have bearings? Or are they just metal on metal bushing and shaft?
Metal on metal. But I tend to last a very long time. Usually something else goes wrong before they do.
What do I need to test washers and dryers outside is there a conveter I can for use a standard plug in for a dryer
Washers are 110 and dryer’s are 220. Literally double the amount of power.
You’ll have to run a 220 plug to be able to test dryer properly.
Great video, I replace all the five wheels and the belt, but I get a low pitch whining sound. The dryer runs really smooth, but that sound I hope in time it will go away and I did use some grease on the wheels.
My understanding is manufacturers don't suggest using any grease at all on roller shafts
A lot of people like using dry, silicone spray, or graphite. The idea being lit will somehow stick to the near zero tolerance shaft.
Maybe. The main thing is don’t use a degreaser like WD-40.
Also inside of the dryer should not be getting lint. If it is, that’s a sign of a bad tub, seal or being stopped up causing airflow restriction, pushing it into the interior of the dryer.
Please help I need to replace Maytag naptune belt on washing machine model Mah7500Aww are the universal??
This was so incredibly helpful and detailed. Thank you so much!
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Those little roller clips are a pain! I found out very quickly that they are fragile and can cost quite a bit to replace. Lesson learned, LOL. BK
Yeah those things get fragile when they get older.
I need to replace the foam seal that goes around the opening of the lint duct/shoot (the one you removed in this video). Is it a special heat resistant kind or is window weather stripping ok?
I have not replaced that on this particular dryer but I imagine The type of glue that goes around windows will probably release with the heat of the dryer. Check the link I have in the description for Appliance Parts pros and see if you can find the exact replacement part by using the model number of your dryer that can be found just inside the door on a sticker. If you don’t like the price you could always take the part number and search it in Amazon or eBay. Good luck
GREAT VIDEO TOTALLY PRO THANK YOU VERY MUCH GOING TO CHECK OUT THE REST OF THE VIDEOS
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Which cart did you get from harbor freight to put appliances on ? They have 2 sizes.
I got the biggest one. It lifts a little bit higher.
Honestly it’s super overkill for a lift in Appliances and I could probably have made the smaller one work. The one thing I was not expecting is how much it weighs it’s extremely heavy.
@@WasherDryerMoney Thank you
Where can I order parts, not chain made
Most parts aren’t made in the US. Just have to go by their reviews.
I decided to start doing what you do this week. No prior experience fixing .
Got my first call and took a pair to a house, to my surprise the washer wouldn't start, so I told the customer I would bring them another one!, and she gave me her set, washer wont spin and dryer takes too long to dry clothes.
Do you take the broken pair to the scrap yard or fix them?
When you want to throw a unit, what part you try to get out before you throw away, can you make a video about that?
How do you get a washer quick if the washer you brought to customer sid not start
Check out my playlist of how to get started and appliance business. Also join the Facebook group Appliance Flippers United.
Nice video. There is no reason to grease the roller pins, it will just attract dirt, the roller bearings don't spin on the metal pins.
I have a question for ya, I’ve been doing this for over 3 years now very profitable business for me and my family, but I’m thinking for the future as we get older what do you think about hiring a helper or a employee to train and maybe one day run the business while we sit back and do the sales part or possibly just collect? What’s your thoughts 💭 all the other guys I talk to say “well if you teach them everything who says they won’t just go do the same thing and take your business” they have a point. Any thoughts ?
honestly used the profits for this business to buy rental properties. Every year I do less appliances and more real estate related stuff. So it definitely would’ve been a good idea for me too attempt to Replace myself with a few different employees and keep this business running. Instead I am just moving on to bigger and better things. My thoughts on training someone and them just taking over is I wouldn’t worry about that.
I have an a mindset that there will be too much competition is very limiting in life. Personally I’ve seen so many of my fellow appliance guys around me come and go. Just concentrate on being better. Also most people don’t want to run a business they want a paycheck they are employees and as an employee they may think about being a business owner but it’s very rare that they go through all the steps to do it.
Check out the Facebook group Appliance Flippers United.
I figured so! Yes I definitely want to get involved with renting out properties been talking about that for a long time! I guess my other peers are just scared of the unknown with hiring someone. I get it , it is scary but to be successful in business you have to take risks just like how I started this business. It was a risk but I overcame my fear and here we are moving towards bigger and better things. Thanks for the advice & great videos man love the channel, Keep pushing Forward I’ll see you at the top 😎
Be sure to check out some of the Facebook groups. I wish I would’ve known about them when I started. Appliance apprentice group and appliance flippers United are both great.
THANK YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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It's only one belt?
Yea only one belt and it’s a pain lol but I got it, my model had three wheels on the front panel and two wheels on the back side, my kit only came with 4. Good luck
Ty
Glad you like the video
Instead of the white lithium grease, would you recommend using a dry lube such as graphite?
I’ve always used White lithium grease.
Do you think you would do better teaching your kids and grandchildren a trade or teaching unthankful weirdos a trade?
I don’t see any reason I can’t teach both. Except for the obvious reason…I don’t have kids so I guess I can only teach the weirdos.
Lol
But seriously though I get messages from people all the time telling me how one of my videos help them get started in the Appliance Refurbishing business and it makes up for all the bad comments that I rarely get.
WD-40 is the WORST thing to lubricate with. It's a degreaser, it dries everything up, not a lubricant. Short-term it's ok, it will help you open that lock if it's stuck. Long-term? It's terrible and not even designed for that...
Yeah, I like white lithium.
It would be nice if you actually run the machine before repairing and then run it after. At least that way, people will know what the repair will fix.