Whirlpool WP8182703 Shock Absorber OEM Part

Ordered the springs and shocks. Noticed that the washer had placement for 4 springs, but the factory only installs 2 (or they forgot to install the other two on my machine). If you replace the springs, be sure to check for the spring bracket mount. You will also need those. The washer is running fine. Next I'll work on the dryer.

I called a local repair company and they suggested my shock absorber were broke. I scheduled an appointment, (we'll be there between 1-5) Never showed, so I took apart the front cover and 3 of 4 absorbers were disconnected. I looked up APP ,typed model # , ordered parts VERY EASY. I watched a quick video and installed parts (10 min tops)

Had to replace the entire shock

Replaced the 2 suspension springs and 4 shocks - your videos made it easy enough that anyone able to grasp a tool could accomplish the same repair. Nice trick with the rope to remove and replace the springs - even showed my kids and had them replace the springs.

Opened up the back of washer after watching video on your web site that told of possible noise coming from drum bearing and seal. Upon removal of top and back cover I was happy to see that the drum bearing was not leaking. I took the belt off and spun the drum and it was quiet and then spun the motor and the noise was coming from the motor. Also noticed the right rear Shock Absorber was covered with a rusty look and the area around the base below it was covered with brown dried up grease. I consider myself lucky that only had to replace motor and shock and not have to split the drum and all that other stuff. Hope to get another 5 years out of this washer.