Whirlpool washer shaking | suspension rods fixed. Part 1/2
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ต.ค. 2022
- This is a repair of the suspension rods. This is a more affordable alternative than replacing them.
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Tried this fix with collars. Was an easy fix. It's been over a month and has worked perfectly. No more shaking during spin cycle. Thanks for this fix. This is by far the best fix on TH-cam.
I appreciate it. It is a great fix. It can also be adjusted later on. You can tighten it up
I fixed my shocks (suspension rods), by jamming upholstery foam about 2 1/2" thick by 12" square in the corners. It is keeping my machine from violently shaking now. It works very well now. Hope this help others. Make a video and post it. No need to replace the rods!
I own a Samsung that I purchased 3 years ago. And just recently it started giving me issues with unbalancing. I replaced all 4 (Suspension Rods) that I bought on Amazon and it is still unbalanced. I didn't want to buy the ones from Samsung because they are more expensive and in reading reviews on their (suspension rods) people have complaint that after replacing them their washer was still unbalance. So after seeing this video I think I will try these clamps. After seeing so much videos on other washers with this same issues. I have notice that this issue with unbalance drum doesn't only happen with whirlpool but it's happening with other brands as well. They don't make washers like they use to. My old washer lasted me 24 years and never had to do a repair on it.
So good news, I’m in the process of getting a fix for the Samsung rods. You can fix your factory rods and make them better than factory. The Amazon rods are trash, but you can also repair them. If you can’t wait, order the Samsung rods. In a video I compare them and you can see the difference between them. The video will be released in a few days. I’m waiting on one item. If you want to email me and I’ll let you know. Yes I agree 140% appliances are not what they were
@@appliancerepairshorts looking forward to the samsung fix, I'm not sure how much longer I can put up with the Ur and U6 codes.
I want to thank you for this. My wife wanted to buy a new washer. I figured I would try spending $10 first and see if it would work. And work it did! and relatively easy to do.
Appreciate the feedback
What size collar do you use
@@andrewebb1962 1/4” I also list the part number in the description
I too have just installed the collars on each rod. So far it is working perfectly! Thank you for this fix!
I appreciate the feedback. Glad to hear
I recently became aware that the grease in the shocks is called damping grease. It controls dampens movement. Also there is an insert that rides on the rod that need to be replaced with something thay adds friction but allows movement.
If i was up to it I would make a video about it.
Your video is a fair compromise
Yes and no the grease does offer a little protection, but mainly for noise. You are right in the material inside. I actually have a video of that. The problem is adjusting it to the proper setting. It can be done. The collars are doing just that, except from the top. I have video coming out with Samsung suspension rods repair. Thanks for your feedback
Do you have a part number for the collars
I viewed many videos re fixing the suspension rods as opposed to buying. Your clamp is quite an interesting fix. However, I opted to use a flat rubber washer that is used to repair a leaking tap/faucet. It greatly improved the dampening effect and machine is spinning very smoothly and not banging nor walking. Will give feedback on how long it works for. I made an incision on the rubber to get it onto the rod and re-joined it using krazy/super glue. This washer was placed under the cup on the rod.
Very nice I like that. That sounds like it would work especially being under the cup. Keep me posted on it
@@appliancerepairshorts I only replaced those suspension rods just about year ago; so was looking for an economical fix. Those flat washers are inexpensive and I believe can match the original foam in functionality or be even superior. Will keep you posted.
Thanks. For the rapid. Respond..
Any time!
what is the size of collars? can cant we use just normal waterline hose clamps?
You really can’t. The price is not bad. Also the collars eventually put pressure and is small enough.
Thank you so much.
My pleasure
Where can I get it
Do you do this repair on samsung top loads as well?
I actually have video coming out with the Samsung rods. Totally different from the whirlpool
What size collars you use please let me know...
The size is 1/4” the link is in the description
Where can you get these collars
Amazon. A link is in the description. Some hardware stores might carry them.
What size collar are this?
I thought I responded to you, they are 1/4”. The link is in description. Thanks for watching
What kind of washer is it
The suspension rods in the video is for a whirlpool washer. The rods are model specific. The collars are able to work on some suspension that has a section to put the collars on.
There are several different size choices for these. How do we know which size we need?
Size and link should be in the description.
I’ll post it shortly
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Helpful video. Do you have the link to where you can find these collers? Thank you.
I just posted a link. Thanks for watching. Part 2 coming soon
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Can you get them parts at a local hardware or somewhere
Actually you can at some ACE hardware. You will pay probably 9.00 each
I wonder if 1/4 hose clamps would work. They would be available at a hardware store or mechanic shop.
In regards to the two quarters, would that not depend on how much wear that spring top has?
Is that a GE with no foam?
Never mind, I see it is a Whirlpool.
Yes Whirlpool. I actually have a video of a GE washer with 3/8 collars. The basket was dragging and making noise. Was able to raise it.
You show putting the collars on the back, what about the front, can you take the rods out, put the collars on, and will it go through the holes on the bottom of the washing machine
Yes I did put the collars on the front rods. I have a video showing it. I’ll link it shortly.
My wife wants me to get a new washer and dryer set im going to spend 10 dollar's on it and try and fix it the waser dryer are 4 years old thank you
Excellent keep me posted on the repair. So many satisfied people on the repair.
It is a very good information thks but also we need the part # PLEASE THKS
The part is in the description I also have another video with in more detail
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Where do I get the parts
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Sorry just seeing your comment
Thanks for saving me from paying $200 to fix my washing machine. The $9 screws from Amazon worked great?
I was just reading some other comments. Appreciate it. Keep in mind you can also make it a little tighter if ever you needed to.
I didn’t know they made these in 2015
Those aren’t the only ones whirlpool made. Those Cabrio washers were always out of balance
seems like a terrible design. wonder it a counter spring would be a more longterm design
But what you wanna do is dampen it hence the use of those lock collars or maybe even a slotted thick hose which can fit and locked in the slot and grease the rod or fill with liquid nail 3 day dry period should also work.
The bounce test is not accurate at all
Wouldn’t the bounce test prove whether or not the dampener grease and dampening foam are working?
What exactly are you calling the bounce test. I’ll tell you this , if you push down on the basket/ drum and it is bouncing back and forth and easily push down then the suspension rods are bad. Period.
@@panda315 the grease that Whirlpool puts in doesn’t slow the suspension rods. The foam material type is the actual part that wears out. The collars basically do the same job
@@appliancerepairshorts I wonder what Shittywitty was thinking. I agree with you. I’ve repaired serval suspension rod issues before. My experience agrees with yours. If you push down on the basket and it springs back up quickly, the foam and grease are not doing their jobs to slow the springs down.
@@panda315 sorry man, I meant to respond to shittywitty09
Very frustrating listening in to the monologue. Replacing just the collars to save a few bucks is not a reliable repair nor worth the time and efforts. Replace and reinstall with a set of 4 new suspension rods (common compatible Part Number about $45: W10780048) is the better way. I have done that as DIY and the washing machine is functioning as good as new.
Well you apparently didn’t get OEM, suspension rods. Those cheap Amazon are not quality, they come defective or last 30 days . As for the collars, it fixes the problem. It is as simple as that. The beautiful thing is, later when you feel the suspension getting loose, you can tighten up the collars. When I do a repair, I give a year warranty on the repair. Better than the OEM repair. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
@@appliancerepairshorts I got Amazon (Suspension Rods) and you are right, they are cheap. Also buying OEM suspension doesn't guarantee a fix. Ive read of people buying the OEM and still have an unbalance drum. So it doesn't hurt to try the clamps. Thanks for sharing.
Whirlpools suck
As techs all I can say they keep us busy. Whirlpool direct drive washers are great. Quality has gone down