Lyle C Rancho Cordova , CA December 31, 2016 Appliance: Whirlpool Washer WFW8300SW00 Whirlpool Washer Wfw8300sw00: Hose split after 13 years of use also replaced belt while i had the back panel off the machine. How to replace Drive Belt. Simply removed back panel of the machine; removed two hose clamps and hose; installed new hose and replaced clamps; then walked belt off pulleys, walked new belt onto pulleys and reinstalled back panel of machine - job complete in about 20 minutes. 9 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes