I used to use an upside down tub & put the tranny in upside down in the tub hole. Then soak the gearbox seal in mineral oil for a few minutes. It always comes apart really easy. This is actually a great alternative. I never thought to swap out the top like that. That shaft seal is available too Inthink $3.50 or so. I’ll post part number later. Awesome vid bro!
I rebuild these. No need to drill a big hole or bend big tang. Good job on the top bottom swap. I say change to grease. Lol now i do e direct drives too
@@JeffRobertson-he8withere are no internet videos on how to do a bearing change properly...though the guys in tiajuana do it all the time... think ill keep it that way too.. i even do the new direct drives now too. If my retarted ass can figure it out, you can too.
Is there much more involved in just replacing the top bearing? Any specific tools or jigs needed to separate the shaft and bearing from the housing? Thanks.
I watched another video on the topic and I think the reason it's built like that is because whirlpool doesn't want you rebuilding their transmissions, instead they would rather you order an entirely new part and so they make more money. The only motive is money for these big companies
I would say it probably took 2.5 hours but I feel like I can do it in half the time now! BTW I enjoy your channel. Hope to hit 100k subs someday! Any tips?
@@DuctTapeMechanic Just keep making good videos. It takes time to build up the audience, but its like a rolling train, and if you do it right it just keeps going up I think.
I follow both of you and in the past 3 days I've learned more about washers than I can say. I've tried every possible fix to not prevail with my GE washer. I'm so sad but thank the both of you for your informative videos. Mine will not drain at all and the cost to have someone come out and fix it is the price of a new one. 😢
I currently have mvwc565fw1… I having a violent shaking during spin cycle. I’ve replaced the suspension rods. New metal hub kit. But no luck. When i install the inner tub in place, it never sits level causing the hub to be off center. I do have quite a bit of teeth of the shaft rusted bad and I can physically wiggle the tub. Can one of the Amazon kits replace the shaft and bearings for this type of transmission?
Oh, I shouldn't worry too much about having enough donor transmissions - these were built to fail.
Very good video, thank you!
You're welcome!
I used to use an upside down tub & put the tranny in upside down in the tub hole. Then soak the gearbox seal in mineral oil for a few minutes. It always comes apart really easy.
This is actually a great alternative. I never thought to swap out the top like that.
That shaft seal is available too Inthink $3.50 or so. I’ll post part number later.
Awesome vid bro!
I'll have to try the mineral oil idea! I appreciate the feedback and support!
pls post "shaft seal is available too I think $3.50 or so"
You ever get the shaft seal part number?
I rebuild these. No need to drill a big hole or bend big tang. Good job on the top bottom swap. I say change to grease. Lol now i do e direct drives too
Tell me more..
@@JeffRobertson-he8withere are no internet videos on how to do a bearing change properly...though the guys in tiajuana do it all the time... think ill keep it that way too.. i even do the new direct drives now too. If my retarted ass can figure it out, you can too.
Is there much more involved in just replacing the top bearing? Any specific tools or jigs needed to separate the shaft and bearing from the housing? Thanks.
If there a seal between the inner and outer shaft? Mine is starting to get noisy.
I'm impressed !
Thank you!
Whatever you do don’t damage that steel flange sleeve.
I watched another video on the topic and I think the reason it's built like that is because whirlpool doesn't want you rebuilding their transmissions, instead they would rather you order an entirely new part and so they make more money. The only motive is money for these big companies
Yeah it's truly sad
A new trans is 180. Pretty good pricpoint to get your machine back on the road.
How long did it take to do the re-build start to finish?
I would say it probably took 2.5 hours but I feel like I can do it in half the time now! BTW I enjoy your channel. Hope to hit 100k subs someday! Any tips?
@@DuctTapeMechanic Just keep making good videos. It takes time to build up the audience, but its like a rolling train, and if you do it right it just keeps going up I think.
Right on! Keep up the good work!
I follow both of you and in the past 3 days I've learned more about washers than I can say. I've tried every possible fix to not prevail with my GE washer. I'm so sad but thank the both of you for your informative videos.
Mine will not drain at all and the cost to have someone come out and fix it is the price of a new one. 😢
How about the center shaft? I have a maytag that has chewed up the splines on both the shaft and wash plate.
You're gonna need to replace the transmission if you want to save the washer.
There is no other way to save it?
I’m having the same with mine. I replace the suspension rods and hub kit and the tub still is off center like the splines are too far gone
Exellent...!!! Thankyou ....!!!!
Your welcome!
What is the model number on this washer. Is it a WTW4900BW0 or WTW4900BW1?
Awesome video! Actually informative!
Thank you!
I currently have mvwc565fw1… I having a violent shaking during spin cycle. I’ve replaced the suspension rods. New metal hub kit. But no luck. When i install the inner tub in place, it never sits level causing the hub to be off center. I do have quite a bit of teeth of the shaft rusted bad and I can physically wiggle the tub. Can one of the Amazon kits replace the shaft and bearings for this type of transmission?
I do not know of any transmission shaft kit for this sort of machine. It is a sealed transmission
hello thank you for the video. Do you have the bearing number or size? THANKS
Can the same thing be done to a gearcase?
YAAAAAAYYYY!!!!!!!
I have the same bearing problem. Do you know where I can buy the main bearing seal and agitator seals?
You mean the tub seal? Because the transmission is sold as one unit and is not meant to be serviceable
What does your wahser sound like in the spin cycle? Give video
Is it even worth the time and money to rebuild it? You can just buy a new transmission and swap it out.
Definitely not time efficient. This was more for research and development lol!
Packer hat.
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Go Pack Go! Actually got it from Lambeau!
@@DuctTapeMechanic Love it.
Any idea of the Transmission Shalf Seals part number upper and lower?
Didn't get the part number (didn't think anyone would be interested)
@@DuctTapeMechanic ok
New machines use silicone grease(PTFE) nowadays.....
So, I guess if my machine is making bearing noise, it probably not worth repairing?
Yes, probably not worth it!
I disagree. You can replace (DIY) the gearbox. Part cost should be in range of $220-$260.
Try it. I did. Now i sell them lol.
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Love the hat.
Got it from Lambeau!
@@DuctTapeMechanic Awesome. Love the proshop. Visit everytime I'm in Green Bay.
Why do they leak oil.
Cheap seal at bottom of transmissions