Whirlpool WP200835 Brake Rotor Bearing OEM Part

I first replaced the two drive belts and the motor springs. That didn't fix it although they did need replacing. I then replaced the two bearings and the brake assy. The washer runs like new. If you replace the brake assembly, you should also replace the bearings. It will save a tear down later on. The Maytag repairman wanted $600.00 dollars to do the job. I did it for less than $200.00.

I took the cover off the transmission and determined that the only possible knocking had to be coming from the yoke. I ordered a new yoke and all the tub seals needed to put it back together like new. I also ordered a new drive pulley bearing because this bearing is always turning whenever the washer is used. I cleaned all the parts up while I was waiting for the new parts to arrive. I promised my wife I would make it look like new. I installed all the new parts in one day and let the trans cover sealer cure overnight. The next day I put the washer into spin mode and broke in the new seals and bushing. I installed the washer back into the house and washed the first load of clothes. I am happy to say it is working fine.

After watching some of Appliance Parts Pro's. video's, and some on line research, I determined my problem might be the brake assembly. While there, I changed the motor mount roller and spring kit, the brake assembly; both bearings, and both belts. The how-to video's are invaluable, and the job took me about one hour to do. I spent more time hunting tools, and cleaning the work area, than the actual Repair and Replace took. Since the special Spanner Wrench is no longer sold, I used a Vice Grip Chain Wrench, and had my son help me hold it in place, to hit it with a mallet, to loosen it. AppliancePartsPros.com took my order on a Wednesday afternoon, at 2:30 PM, and the parts were in my hand, before 10:30, the next morning. Fastest parts shipping I've ever experienced! When the job was complete, we washed clothes, and noticed the machine was smoother, and more quiet. Spin Cycle was flawless. As a new machine is more than a base price of $500.00, and quickly become $1,200.00; I decided to order the Upper Tub Bearing, and Mounting Stem Kits, and R&R them both, as well. Other than the bullet proof transmission, on this unit, I have a totally rebuilt Washing Machine, for less than $400.00, and less than 4 hours of labor. Thank you Appliance Parts Pros!!!

I went to appliancepartspros.com, searched for my make and model, and spoke to a professional at appliancepartspros.com. They suggested that it could be the brake or maybe the transmission or maybe the tub bearing. I watched a number of videos on YouTube. I figured it was the brake. The hardest part about the repair was getting access to the washer. It is a stacked Maytag unit and is in an area that is very tight. The repair was really straightforward. And to my delight the washer is running perfectly again. One part I needed was out of stock. This part was the tool to remove the brake so I had to order that elsewhere. But I am super super happy that my washer is working again and I get to keep my quality 2 belt Maytag rather than buy a new more expensive lower quality replacement washer dryer stackable unit As an overview, I followed a how to video on YouTube. Of course the water is disconnected the washer is unplugged, and the drain was removed. I tipped the washer back, removed the two belts, removed a screw, washer, and a key, unscrewed the flywheel, took off a locking bolt, unscrewed the old brake. I put on the new bearing and installed the new brake, installed the locking bolt, installed the flywheel and flywheel bearing, put in the key and screw, installed the 2 belts, and I tested it. Works GREAT!! See other instructions for important details .

Changed bearings and brake assembly.