I ordered a new flange shaft from Appliance Parts Pros and replaced the defective part. The bolts that hold the flange in place were also corroded. Appliance Parts Pros had them in stock as well. Pretty much had to take everything apart to see/ fix the problem. I reused the original gasket in the plastic tub... it seemed okay and it isn't leaking. I will probably replace the rear section of the tub if the bearings go in the future. Getting the parts could not have been easier.