How to Troubleshoot & Replace Ge AP2042543 / WE3X87 Dryer Drum Support Bearing Glide

Replaced parts 

Replaced the front support bearing and bearing glide. 

R/R the element. If you have some mechanical know-how - this job was a piece of cake. 

I researched at appliance parts pro for reasons for a squealing screeching dryer problem and found that there were small strips that wear down between the drum and frame of dryer. By looking at schematics I was able to quickly make the repair rather than spending hundreds on a repair man or a new dryer. 

After tearing into the dryer and cleaning out all the lint I ultimately determined the dryer motor needed to be replaced along with some other items. Why not replace some old, worn out parts while I had the dryer tore apart. Now it's running like a new dryer at half the price to repair compared to buying a new one. 

Replaced front support bearing, bearing glides and felt seal. 

Replaced parts. 

I bought the parts online which was very easy, within 2 days I had the parts. The video guide on how to repair the drum bearing was just about as slick and easy to do. Thanks be to GE help section I feel great and I have a new dryer and it's quiet. 

After taking the top apart, I found the drum bearing was completely worn through. Found your website, great parts list, and clear schematics for my appliance. Also, the video was very helpful. Ordered the parts I needed to repair the front support bearing, bushings (3), door seal, drive belt, idler pully, and felt seal. 

I replaced the three Drum Support Bearing Guides.