Watched several repair videos on YouTube produced by AppliancePartsPros.com for this model Whirlpool washer (videos quite well done). Purchased parts from AppliancePartsPros.com; order correctly filled and parts arrived by FedEx within two working days. Performed repairs as instructed. "Plastic welded" holes in poly outer tub using similar plastic (PP) using a cheap soldering iron - worked perfectly, saved >$150 for new tub. Washer now like brand new. Suggestion - buy the spanner wrench, its well worth the $13.