How to Replace Bearings LG Front Load Washer
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- 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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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
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!
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.
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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!
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 🤟
Thank you so much for this tip! After hammering away for literally hours this finally let me get the bearings out.
So two of the bolts on my spider arm easily turn, but won’t come out. Any ideas?
@Meghan83 the inner nut that bolt fastened to is turning...project just became way more difficult!
Absolutely the best step by step repair video I've ever come across in my life. Thank you sir.
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!!
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.
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.
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.
Yep do this first. If it helps anyone mine needed a m10x25 bolt (1.5mm thread) and 4 fender washers under it.
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 UA-cam doesn't back up incrementally to make re-assembly easier--but I didn't miss anything and the washer works great again. Thank you.
this was my first time doing this. i needed a 30 lb sledge and a 3 foot crowbar, and a ton of deep penetration fluid to get the basket out and get the bearings out. while the bearings were destroyed everything else looked great. thanks for the wonderful video. your calm and soothing instructions were great guidance and peace to me during whet would otherwise be an impossible project.
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!!
Glad it helped!
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience in such an easy to follow, informative, and thorough video. It took me most of the day to replace the bearings, but I did it without any major issues. The sense of satisfaction I had as my newly repaired washer ran a load of clothes was tremendous, and I couldn't not have done it without your video. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
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!
Not only a good technician but even better teacher, thanks for sharing such an amazing job...👌
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!
That is often the case. I wish Maytag had thought of that.....
I dont understand what you mean. I just put mine back together and have a leak somewhere so trying to figure it out
@@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.
@@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.
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.
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!
Hello, this video deserves an award. Awesome video, every step explained throughly and to the point. I have my washer apart, picking up the parts tomorrow and hopefully can put it back together.
Edit: got it back together and it's been a few weeks and it is still running. I don't think it's ever been this quiet.
Edit 2:
When I replaced the bearings, I had noticed some wear on the Spyder. I ignored it as I assumed it would be ok with the new bearings. This was a mistake on my part, and I should have replaced the Spyder. I did look up the cost, it was over $300 and I decided to not get it as a new washer costs about $900 and would be headache free for 5 years. Just FYI, if your Spyder is not in good shape, might be a good idea to replace that too. My washer is making loud noises again and needs to be repaired again. I think its time for a new washer.
I spent a lot of my youth in Germany and Italy. Still visit relations and friends whenever I can. LG in Europe is a far higher quality brand than LG in the US. I see LG washers and refrigerators running for decades in Europe and, here, you're lucky if you get four years.
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I agree the build quality is not good, as doing the repairs, I seen alot of areas they could improve quality. I work with sheet metal industry in the medical industry and these washers are not high quality for sure.
The quality of large appliances in America is truly pathetic. As long as consumers are willing to keep spending money on appliances that only last for a few years nothing's going to change.
@@ethelryan257 We have a LG washer that we bought in 1997 in Sweden, been used several times every week and the last 15 years only for work clothes (dairy farmers, so lots of dirty clothes). Just last week it started to make some noises, so probably time to get a new one (doubt that it's worth repairing at this point). Got to say that 25 years of heavy use is impressive.
@@ethelryan257 After 2 years my LG is salvage! I bought it new, it was a top model but I’m facing replacing it. It has the common problem of failing to enter the final high-speed spin. After only 2 YEARS! It gets to the start point of the last spin cycles, then stops, adds water, low spin, starts high spin, then stops. This repeats until I stop it! The pump was replaced. Next I’ll try the shocks and pressure switch if it tests bad. It’s basically scrap at this point though, after only 2 years. It was made for the American market. LG is junk! My last washing machine lasted 35 years. LG is junk, expensive $1000 mistake!
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.
I followed this guy's video & it worked out great lg machine works great. An appliance company quoted $800.00.Thanks again.
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!
Competence, honesty, and sound advice is what I'm seeing here. I don't mean to be dramatic, but it's people like you who God uses to help the little guy to save money when money to tight. Also, good job describing and explaining things.
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.
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.
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.
Second time doing this project in 2 years. Last time bought $20 kit on Amazon, the cheap seal failed so here I am again. It was half day pain last time. Decided that this time will be the last time so Bought and used your kit this week. Super kit at fair price and excellent video. Quality of material is NO comparison. You can see and feel the difference. Some Notes: to remove the plastic strut pins, use a 12 mm socket on the end with the stop. When you press on the socket, it depresses the stop and then you can pull out the pin with channel locks. To beat out the bearings, I used a 3/4 inch pipe section. That destroyed the pipe threads but no damage to the tub. Plus, easier to control and a bigger target for the mallet. Also, regarding the spider, brush off the soap scum and check for cracks. Now is the best time to replace it if there are any cracks. I had it go last time which is what caused bearing to go and the tub wobble so much that the gasket was melting from friction and filled basement with burnt rubber smell and smoke. Thank you again.
Just did this job this weekend, and it went very smoothly, thanks to you. Thanks for the good content.
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.
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!!
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.
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.
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.
You can spray canned air upside down to cool the shaft and bearings to get them loose. When they are freezing cold, they come out with 8-10 easy whacks with a hammer. One full can is necessary to get all of the parts unstuck and reseated.
Also a bit of hdpe cutting board works better than wood for cushioning blows on the shaft.
Great video. Thank you so much.
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
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.
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!!
One of the most informative videos on UA-cam, you know your stuff.
If I’d found this video before, my washer repair would be better. Excellent! The best video!
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
I do not post comments, but I had to on this video because it was that perfect. I had a newer model than the one in this video, but just a few more hoses. Finished the job in 10 hours by myself. Two day gap between hour 4 and 6 when I found out I only had one new bearing and I needed two. One minor mishap at the end when I ran the washer for the second time it started banging. Stopped, popped the lid, and found the lower weight fell off. Apparently it was not on all the way when I tightened the screws. Thank you for such a great video.
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!
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!
Thanks for your honesty on the problems that might occur.
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!
Eugene, Your a master mechanic of washer machine.. Keep up the good work...
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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
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.
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!
As a repair technician for over 4 years now this is still a daunting repair. Fortunately when I get these repairs under warranty I just order the entire outer rear tub because getting the bearings out and in correctly can be a nightmare.
The tub is $300...bearings are less than $50. If this is your means of income get the right tools and tequnique...customer doesn't care that you replaced the entire basket..you will make a lot more money. At $300 I would never replace basket, I'd rather buy a new $700 washing machine...just my thoughts.
That's a lot of work. If the bearing is already out just not worth spending this much time then put it back and something else braking because it's just old anyway. I already replaced the controller unit in mine. Looks like time for a new machine that will last for many years anyway. Thanks for the video!
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!!!
This video is absolutely fantastic. If this helped you, support Lorain Appliance by buying one of his kits.
I agree with others in saying the best method to removing the bearings is to punch them down with equal pressure on all sides via a socket on the inner race. Thanks again, Eugene!
Best tutorial I’ve seen, I do a lot of diy and this was put together perfectly.
We pack shafts and bearings in dry ice depending on the situation, and of course we have a nice bearing heater for when we're putting them on shafts.
Outstanding. everything you need to know and prepare for. This is a complicated job ( i.e. you rip everything out of the washer) but not difficult. Thank you for the great tutorial
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.
Great video, I was able to get the tub off the spinal fairly quickly with a chunk of wood and a 22oz framing hammer. After breaking my bearing puller trying to get out the rear bearing I used a 3/4inch deep socket from the inside and used a 5lb mini sledge hammer and it only took 4 blows, I then used an other socket with an outside dimension of 1 1/4 to get the front bearing out, again only a few swings with the mini sledge. I was going to use my press but the plastic basket was too wide.
On removing the spin basket, if it's not budging after a lot of effort: Set the basket upright, with the outer (polymer) drum supported, and the inner basket (stainless steel) free hanging. With a metal pick or small flat screwdriver blade, pry out the bearing seal. Then, using the pick, punch through the other bearing seal on the inside. Now apply release oil to the exposed bearing race. The release oil should not pond if the seals are knocked out. The oil will continue down to reach where the basket shaft meets the next bearing. Allow this oil to soak for several minutes, then continue the efforts to knock out the spin basket.
Couldn't get the shaft to pound out that way. Bought a longer bolt of the proper thread, built it up with some nuts and washers for spacers,tightened it up, and 3 swats on it with a big hammer, and the impossible became possible... Great video. Thanks for all of it!
Were you working on the same washer from the video? What size bolt did you end up needing? Thanks!
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.
Thanks for the video boss. It was an easy procedure overall, ended up replacing the spider in mine as the seal surface on the shaft was gone (rusted out), all in with OEM parts it was 450cad and now the washer performs as new. Spent more time cleaning everything than the repair itself lol. The alternative to replace the washer was not financially wise for me as new they are over 1k. Also, I used the trick that the other gentleman mentioned, using sockets and an extension to remove the bearings as using a punch rocks it side to side and the risk of damaging the mounting surface is not worth it.
Also gettings parts was quite difficult as well, days away.... Not many people repair anymore. Tons of these for sale on MarketPlace with the same proble
Thanks. Bearings replaced in a little over an hour and a half because of your excellent video.
Now I know how those front loaders come apart nice video you are good at fixing appliances I miss your videos
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
Excellent video, 30yr auto repair mechanic I have a lot of experience with pressing things apart, take the drum and flip it over support the plastic part with wood so the weight of the drum is helping you when hitting the shaft make sure the wood is not touching the steel drum , 3 hits with a hammer and wood and is was apart .. good luck !
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!
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.
wow thanks for this. You saved our family from having to buy a new washing machine! Much love
Wow. Thanks. This is the best repair video I have ever seen.
Loud bearings here as well, made more noise after letting my supply valve leak slowly for a year. Most likely it is just my seal failed and bearings rusting. On my 2023 to do list. Thanks for sharing!
Hi, i watched you video twice, excellent video. For the average Joe, I'd caution on doing this themselves. I really had to go AT the shaft to get it off of the bearings. I reapplied the nut and washer to the shaft spline and then I applied heat to the shaft end to heat/break the mechanical bond of he shaft/bearing and took a sledge hammer to it. Mushroomed the bolt just a bit, but all ended well. I did remove the electromagnets as I didn't trust myself to NOT wack'em. I did have two drum bolts rusted out and needed to replace them. A guy at the Flea Market gave them to us free! I did add some silicon on the tub gasket, jut because. Replaced the door lock that was F-ing up intermittently too, I did have a water leak after all was done, but it turned out that the dispenser hose split when I pushed the dispenser assembly back TREAT THAT HOSE GENTLY. . I've McGyvered it back together with some silicon and a couple of document clips. SO far so good. Thanks for the video!!! You made everything very manageable and predictable, 'cept for the bolts.
I have the LG Electrolux. Although your video didn't match exactly, it was perfect . Just what I needed to figure out how to do this. It's 1/28/23 and I just disassembled my machine. Took your advise and did not order the bearings yet. Researching parts now. If you have the time to reply and recommend a better bearing I would greatly appreciate it.
Please continue to help educate. Great video with explanation
Thanks for the helpful guide. Our 11 year old lg direct drive inner bearing failed. Ended up with a white load covered in grease and rubber bits from the seal. Managed to to find a new rear tub section with new bearings and seals fitted for about £100 snd a new door seal for £30 as I found 2 socks between the tub and drum.
Just repaired mine using this tutorial.......Thank you for the great instruction!!
Excellent video!! I watched many videos on how to do this job. This was the most comprehensive and precise video, I followed it step by step. Thank you!!! You should do more appliance repair videos👍😃🍻
Some models have a hole in the stator to use a pin to secure it while you remove the nut. Great video
Thank you so much! I got my drum out and all three arms of the spider were cracked lol. But this is an LG Tromm I've had for 15 years so it's gonna be worth the $300 in parts to replace the tub/bearings/seals/boot. Thank you again!
Great video! The mark on the gasket is the location it's been fused together, if it fails, the gap would be at the top of the drum.
Two of my friends had LG washers that developed bad bearings after a couple of years. They made this really loud noise while spinning. The repairman quoted $800 for replacing the bearings. Both ended up getting new LG washers that are been ok so far.
$800 is the price of a new washer. I don't blame them 😂
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!
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!
Installed this kit in about four hours, start to finish; would have taken 90 minutes if I wasn't being incredibly cautious in taking the beast apart. Naturally mine was slightly different from the one in the video, but when distilled down there's really just a handful of operations involved. I did skip the process of drifting the old bearings out; some penetrating oil, the largest socket that will fit through the opening of the opposing bearing (around 27mm or 1"), an extension, and a couple of whacks and you're done (next time I may park some chunks of dry ice on the old bearings as well).
The new bearings drifted right in, using the old bearings as a drift, and are far superior to the OEM bearings. The spousal unit was actually looking for excuses to run more laundry through the machine, because it was smoother and quieter than it has been when new.
Great video! Make the process very simple and smooth going!
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.
Thank you!! Worked like a charm.
@@moonatics You're welcome! I'm glad that tip helped!
Awesome video! Thank you so much. Took about 3 hours total from start to finish without the waiting time for parts and having to get a new spindle bolt that broke. Thanks again and keep up the good videos!
Hi Eugene! It's good to know we don't have to send a search and rescue team for you!
WOW that was a lot of steps. Thank you for this education.
The rotor bolt that you removed with the 17mm socket at 9m40s of your video.. mine is snapped in two, with the remaining shaft deep inside. Have to figure a way to remove it. I can also spin the entire drum with my figers, by spinning the shaft. So bearings seem fine! 14yr old LG front load WM2301HR. Thanks for your video it's just awesome.
Very well made video, informative! Thanks to you were able to keep our machine.
You are really good at explaining these things!
Don't forget to make sure the white cap is inserted where the top hose mounts on the drum. Had to come back to your video to figure out where it went.
Excellent video, spot on! Do exactly what he said and soak bearings with penetrating spray take a break and beat it!
Given your obvious knowledge and experience, could you recommend makes and models of washers that possess superior components and that are designed to run more effectively and last longer than average machines? I expect that such machines would be of higher costs but they would offer higher overall satisfaction. Your video is outstanding!
Terrific! Thanks very much for your effort on this.
excellent video - would recommend loctite on rotor screw. make sure its tight - very tight. very common problem on these washers where that screw comes loose.
I just did this. It is way easier to remove the 2 bottom hoses from the rear of the washer and not the front. Would have been way easier to know that before hand. Remove rear panel before you start taking any of the insides apart, especially the lower hoses.
Excellent Job & Video! I'll definitely buy new as opposed to doing all this. God bless ya man for taking on a task like this.
The red mark on the tub gasket is where the joint where the two ends are glued in the factory. I guess this would be the weakest point so they put it on top where it would leak the least if it ever separated. Sometimes the mark is white or there's no mark at all, but if you look closely you can find the joint anyway.
Great video! Great detail. Just what I needed to fix mine. Thanks a million…
Do you have a video of what the machine sounds like prior to replacing the bearing?