Terry H Gulf Breeze , FL May 13, 2017 Appliance: LG Washer WM2277HW Noticed a noisy washer (clunk at each rotation) indicating a worn bearing or broken mount of some kind found shavings of plastic in the filter Disassembled & found a poorly made spindle (spider) that was broken on each of 3 spokes. Heavy corrosion after 12 years of usage so can't complain. The removal of the spider bolts were difficult due to the seized up bolts causing the nuts in the lifter assemblies to strip & spin inside the plastic housing. Easily removed but now I had to order new lifters delaying the repair. The drum wore a groove inside the tub housing that almost cut it in half. I was able to clean up the grooves & fill by using Lord Fusor EZ100 epoxy. Just like new & saved big $. Took all the hoses off & cleaned out more plastic shavings. Bearings were still in good shape but 12 years old, so I replaced those as well as an investment. Always spray some "Knocker Loose" or similar penetrating spray & allow to soak bearings overnight if possible. Choose the best aids to secure the assembly & use a 4 lb sledge equally popping from East - West & North - South. I used a couple of 6" PVC couplers stacked to support the tub to knock out bearings. Cleaning the stainless steel drum is not bad if you use a good cloth or micofiber with stainless cleaner & a lot of elbow grease. Read More... 4 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Eris T Lucedale , MS April 23, 2016 Appliance: LG Washer WM0642HW The drain pump spider was bad First of all, I knew the drain pump was bad due to it would not drain. I watched a video and was very easy to replace. Then I realized the tub was rubing and squeaking noice, again video pointed out it was that the bearings was out. I ordered the bearings and seal and the gasket that went between the outer tub. After breaking the machine down I had realized it wasn't the bearing it was the spider one arm was completely broke. Again I watch the video and ordered the spider kept the seal and sent the bearings back return was very easy. It took me an hour and a half maybe two hours to complete the whole job thanks to the videos and the availability of the parts. I am a 56 year old grandmother and I am very proud that my machine is now working as brand new. For not much over a 100.00. No service charge or labor. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set
Bhawesh R Sacramento , CA January 05, 2016 Bearing was bad It was easy to fix by following your fixing videos online, now the washer run like charm, every parts where perfect fit for this washer Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set