Leaking Kenmore Washer - How to replace Shaft Seals.

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2018
  • This is a twelve-year-old Kenmore top-load washer. Model No. 110.26922502 - Type 111. This is a Heavy Duty - King Size Capacity with a 3 speed motor and 6 settings. The focus of this video is to demonstrate how to change the main Shaft Seals as well as the main Tub Seal.
    Two symptoms that surfaced after the seals began leaking were:
    1. A small amount of water was present on the floor after every load when the water level was set to medium to high. The volume of leaking water slowly increased over several weeks.
    2. The laundry was coming out wet after the spin cycle. Any appreciable loads of laundry was not properly spinning down.
    The following products were used in the making of this video:
    Replacement Parts Needed:
    1. Main Tub Seal: Part #W10814296
    2. Lower Shaft Seal: Part #91938
    3. Upper Shaft Seal: Part #91939
    4. Clutch Assembly: Part #WP8299642
    5. Spin Pinion Seal (Transmission) Part #WP356427 -
    not used / for reference only.
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    ---Please know that I am not an authorized appliance repairman and this video demonstrates how I went about changing the shaft seals in my Kenmore Washer.
    ---ALWAYS PUT SAFETY FIRST. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE BEFORE OPENING THE CABINET OR DOING ANY TYPE OF SERVICE TO THE UNIT.
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  • @mysterion4301
    @mysterion4301 Před rokem +15

    I found this video extremely helpful, I couldn't have made the repairs I did without it, but I do want to toss in a couple of considerations for DIYers or even people experienced at making repairs.
    We have an old Whirlpool commercial capacity washer and dryer in our company shop that we've used for 20+ years. I got them off my mother when she passed. They've done yeoman's work of at least 5 loads a week, year in and year out ever since. I've worked on them regularly through the years changing out belts, relays, switches, igniters, pumps, transmissions, hoses, controls, etc. We could easily afford a new one, but I love these old machines, their simplicity, their capacity, and their reliability. Having said this, I think this has been the most challenging repair of all that I've made on it.
    Here's why! The drive block was frozen to the drive tube. No amount of WD-4- or Liquid Wrench made any impression. I finally had to place my spanner underneath the nut to get enough leverage with the 3-jaw puller to break it loose. When it finally did, it broke the tube lock on the bottom and the whole assembly came out. It then took concerted effort with a rubber hammer and a wood block to separate the two from the inner tub and even more to get the drive block off the shaft. I have a small press. This is information is not meant to dissuade you, just warn you in advance that this may not go smoothly.
    That assembly hasn't ever been out of the machine, even when I put in the new transmission. Truthfully I didn't even know the upper and lower seals were there. The problem with mine, perhaps like yours, is that I let is leak for more than a month before I gave up on it and decided to tear it down and make the repairs. This added some rust and other issues to the springs and getting them loose. I've machined and mechaniced since I was 19 and I rarely give up. I'm almost 69 now and I did eventually get it all out and I did make the repairs. I also broke the water inlet spout which cost me about $45 more dollars.
    We've always kept pretty much an entire machine in our storeroom and other than the upper and lower seals and the tub seal, I had a transmission I rebuilt on hand and a brand new spintube assy. I also have access to welders, lathes, flame-spray, end mills, etc. Hence I wasn't afraid to break something if I had too. I've rambled all this time to say that you less well-armed DIYers may need a contingency plan in case things don't go so smoothly or quickly. We're in a small town, but we have the Internet here (Amazon) and we also have an appliance parts store 20 minutes away. If they don't have it they bring it out of LA the next day.
    Honestly, when I was 19 I would've beat the Hell out this machine with a ballpein hammer. People would've heard me take the Lord's name in vain repeatedly. Sailors would've blushed. Of course then I'd have had to go out and buy a new washer. Five decades later I have a few more skills, cooler temper, better tools, and easy access to the proper parts if I break something accidentally. I also have the luxury of taking a week to do this repair since I'm the boss and we were smart enough to buy a used spare Kenmore clone set a couple of years back for standby. Almost all the same parts on both.
    I find this to be the best video on YT for this repair topic. I hope this comment wasn't too far off track and wish all of you the best of good fortune in the teardown and reassembly of your washer. Keep up the good work William Kasper...

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem +2

      Thank you, my friend for your input. That was some awesome information and extremely satisfying to read. And it is true the older you get the more patience you have to deal with these kinds of repairs. I was fortunate to get my tub separated with a three jaw chuck and I wished I would have demonstrated that in the video. I will say this is an in-depth repair And can be difficult pulling parts apart that have not been apart for decades. I’m glad this video was helpful for you. I almost didn’t do it because I generally do videos about smoking meat and outdoor barbecue recipes and it was a last minute decision to grab the tripod and phone and begin filming this video. On top of the amount of work required to do this type of repair. It’s also very time consuming and Difficult to use the camera and narrate and then edit and do all the required functions for a CZcams video. I have to laugh because I must’ve been feeling energetically when I decided to do this repair and make a video out of it. Thank you for watching and sharing and hopefully subscribing. Stay safe and thank you again for your story.
      -Warm Regards

  • @Andreyatl
    @Andreyatl Před rokem +25

    Great vid! As appliance tech for last 22 years I never seen this direct drive washer leaking because of the upper transmission shaft seal . it is always tub seal or lower delta support seal. And yes this is the most dependable and repair friendly washer ,always worth to repair it and keep it! These days appliances are disposable junk made to last 5 years .

    • @ronniles8420
      @ronniles8420 Před rokem +1

      I replaced W10820043 BASKET DRIVE ( shaft w/ seal yesterday for leaking and noisy) Only seemed to leak at high water level

    • @ArnoTrek
      @ArnoTrek Před rokem +1

      Hi, whats this 'lower delta support seal' you speak of ? Thanks.

    • @bryanjones4985
      @bryanjones4985 Před rokem +2

      @@ArnoTrek I believe he is speaking of the tub support seal.

    • @ArnoTrek
      @ArnoTrek Před rokem

      @@bryanjones4985 I don't understand the difference

    • @i-changeus
      @i-changeus Před rokem

      Thanks for your comment, I was wondering what a pro tech would say about this machine. I've replaced many parts on my machine (Whirlpool LSR6334LQ0)...Hopefully the trans will hang in there, it seems to leak few drops after a month or so.

  • @michaelm2573
    @michaelm2573 Před 5 lety +9

    Thank you!! If I had not seen this I would have been at a loss since after disassembly it was clear that the leak coming from the center of my 25 year old Kenmore was not the tub seal. If not for this I probably would have retired the machine. I used a socket to seat the upper seal as another comment suggested and things are back to normal. As for removing the basket, I tried a 3 jaw puller but it didn't break it loose. I ended up removing the spanner nut, placing the spanner wrench (tabs facing up) over the shaft, screwing the spanner nut back on partway, then placing a large adjustable wrench above the spanner wrench (resting on the shaft) and using two large c-clamps (one on each side of the shaft) to compress the spanner wrench and adjustable wrench together. This easily broke the basket free. It had never been removed in 25 years.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety +4

      Hi Michael. Glad to hear this video was helpful. A 25 year old Kenmore; Mine is half that age. They are amazing machines. In 12 years time we fostered over 27 kids and adopted 5. Our Kenmore washer and dryer have ran 24 hours a day for many days at times. At one time I considered getting a second pair washer and dryer. Those days are over thank God! My units have been put though their paces and proved to be amazing machines. Thanks for the input on removing your basket. I can imagine after a quarter of a century, that baby was fused on that shaft! Thank you for sharing your method of (basket) removal. Thanks again for your support. All the Best my friend.

  • @rossilake218
    @rossilake218 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you for this video. I’m right there on my 80’s Kenmore. The ex used to flood the basement with the leak.I got another used one and always wanted to rebuild this one. This washer was in my parents house in the early 80’s. The girl is gone, but my love of this washer isn’t. They sure as hell, don’t make them like they used to. Thanks,William. I’m drinking a cold one in your honor.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +1

      Awesome story. So glad this video was helpful. They really don’t make them like they use to!!! Thank you for watching and supporting and leaving the great comment. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Much appreciated my friend. Stay safe and healthy.

    • @bluecat7574
      @bluecat7574 Před 3 lety

      😆 Lol

    • @Tssonyoutube
      @Tssonyoutube Před rokem +1

      You want to sell it?

  • @MrEs29
    @MrEs29 Před rokem +3

    4years later! The best instructional video ever!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. So glad it was helpful! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you and your family.

  • @gartheligon140
    @gartheligon140 Před rokem +1

    My Kenmore washer has Transmission cover seal, Tub seal, lower spin tube seal, upper spin tube seal, and Transmission upper shaft seal.
    I'm replacing all, don't wanna go back there in a hurry.
    Replacing clutch kit also.
    Your video is very helpful.

  • @frankbuercklin233
    @frankbuercklin233 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Excellent Instructional Video Bill. I like how you didn't have a lot of fluff talk, just got down to business and kept it concise. This is very helpful. I think my tub seal has gone out but I'm going to replace the shaft seals and clutch since I'm in there. My washer is only 28 years old. I've repaired it so many times I can't count. It just keeps trucking along with minor fixes.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 11 měsíci

      Thank you for the awesome feedback. Appreciate you watching and commenting. Yes- these washers are built tough!!! Stay safe!!!

  • @NMYCORNER
    @NMYCORNER Před 4 lety +3

    Great job, I've watched this video about six times now. I think I've got it. Very thorough commentary and step by step visuals. Got my part and patients really, wish me luck. Thanks again for this video, I feel confident I can do the job.

  • @stevenanderson739
    @stevenanderson739 Před 3 lety +2

    hey you're right there are not many other videos talking about these shaft seals, I am just starting the job of taking my machine apart and digging in to see where the problems lie. I wouldn't have known to look for the shaft seals and I probably will just replace my shaft seals and my tub seal to hopefully get my machine back to working like its intended. Thanks for stepping up and making this video. cheers bro

  • @star978
    @star978 Před 2 lety +2

    I have a 25 year old Kenmore 90 series that had the original seals in it. It started leaking water earlier this year so I knew I had to replace them. When I took the old seals out they were so rotten that even the metal sleeves on them were rusty. My old drive tube was so rusty and pitted I just ended up replacing that too. Now it runs like new and doesn't leak any water. Thanks for making this video. You've helped a lot of people do this procedure! Also, using a spanner wrench the spanner nut came off surprisingly easy and the basket I was able to get off fairly easy with a three jaw puller.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Robin. Thank you for the awesome comment. I am so happy to hear that my video was helpful for you. Thank you for watching and hopefully subscribing.

  • @DebGood
    @DebGood Před 4 lety +2

    Excellent DIY video, I followed your video and got my leaky washer back in service. Kudos to you !

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety +2

      Deb Good - great to hear. Glad it was helpful. Stay safe.

  • @claudelaflamme6955
    @claudelaflamme6955 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the video. I have a Kenmore 90 series model 110.4786291 (used for 26 years) and all the parts were the same, even the shaft seal at the transmission level that you did not use. I also change the lower transmission seal with kit part W10111745 & 285352.
    I prefer using a socket than a screwdriver to instal the seals (9mm for upper shaft seal and 32 mm for lower shaft seal).
    I tested the washer without the covers. I had a white piece of paper underneath the transmission to confirm there is no longer any water or oil leak. To do so, you will have to bypass the lid switch with a 14-gage copper wire.

  • @jerryblack21
    @jerryblack21 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video.. I have a whirlpool top load that runs the same way and the setup is the same, direct drive shaft.. Mine was agitating but not spinning when it reached that cycle. Changed the clutch still didn't spin. Checked the coupler and it was good. With the cabinet off I checked to see if the clutch was spinning when the machine was on, it wasn't. Took off the transmission and manually turned the motor, didn't turn. Decided to go into the transmission. As soon as I set free the plate that covers the transmission, where the oil and gears are, about a cup of water rushed out. So I decided to drain all of the oil that was in the transmission, and half was oil and half water. Cleaned the transmission with kerosine and a clean paint brush, allowed it to dry, topped back up the transmission with 16oz oil and assembled the machine.. Machine is now perking, agitating, spinning and working like brand new.. Before this episode I had to change the tub, upper and lower shaft seals due to a leak. I guess what happened was water leaked into the transmission causing the gears to slip, so if you're changing your seals for a leak, check the oil in the transmission for water as well before you reassemble

  • @robertgiunta8812
    @robertgiunta8812 Před 4 lety +15

    Bill - Thank you so much for this great detailed, articulate video. Saved me so much time. - especially, your suggestions about using tools like a gear puller
    Generally, most of us will have these tools because we've picked up our repair-skills working on cars. All the best Bill.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety +1

      Robert Giunta - Thank you for the positive feedback. I’m happy to hear this video was helpful. I regret not demonstrating the gear-puller on the video. Got distracted in my own project and failed to illustrate the gear-puller. Thank you for watching. Please feel free to browse my channel and if you’re interested in BBQ and smoking, please subscribe. Happy New Year!!!!

    • @willievihaan6643
      @willievihaan6643 Před 2 lety +1

      Instablaster.

  • @jackchappell001
    @jackchappell001 Před 3 lety +6

    Great video! Direct and to the point without lacking essential knowledge for the repair. Thank you!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Awesome feedback. Much appreciated and glad the video was helpful. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Stay safe!!!

    • @jackchappell001
      @jackchappell001 Před 3 lety

      As I'll be in this deep would you mind recommending other parts to replace while I'm there? Thanks again. Love this washer, it's been a good one!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +2

      @@jackchappell001 - Really simple. I would replace the tub seal (very inexpensive) and the clutch (buy the clutch kit) and the motor coupler (round rubber pice with 3 holes used to connect the motor shaft to the transmission). That should be all you’ll need in addition to the shaft seals of course.
      I agree, this is a very well built washer!!!! Keep it running as long as you can. Stay safe!!!

  • @7islander
    @7islander Před 5 lety +7

    Excellent video and thanks for taking the time to do it. The direct drive washing machines are worth saving!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety +3

      Thank you for your support and kind words. Much appreciated! I hope this video helped others with their leaky washers. There are not many videos on replacing the shaft seals. Thanks again.

  • @mikeking2234
    @mikeking2234 Před 4 lety +4

    Great video. Helped me solve my leaking problem. Lots of gunk removal to get my tub out making this a harder job than it looks. I had to use penetrating oil and let it set for an hour. Pully puller worked great.

  • @gaildougmacgregor411
    @gaildougmacgregor411 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the demo William. Made my day easier with an internal leak of a 7 year old Kenmore.

  • @johng5529
    @johng5529 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for this- I've worked on many things around the home and cars but never a washer, always figured they were way too complicated or just not worth messing with. Very well done and easy to follow

  • @carpediem9285
    @carpediem9285 Před 4 lety +2

    Wish I had found this video before I had replaced the tub seal first. Great Video!!! Gotta break it back down for the shaft seals now.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Yes - It would have been great if it were only the tub seal. Such an easy repair. Never that easy my friend!!! At least with my luck. Let us know how your repair went. All the Best-

  • @89Mirageman
    @89Mirageman Před 2 lety +1

    This is why I love youtube. The clutch is shot on my 15 year old Roper and I was about to place an order. Then I come across your video and you're the only one that mentions these seals. I was wondering why my clutch housing was rusty. It's because water has been seeping in. Thanks again for sharing!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for watching and commenting. Glad the video was helpful. Best Wishes.

    • @89Mirageman
      @89Mirageman Před 2 lety +1

      @@SmokinwithKasket Tore into mine this morning and thankfully I didn't even need a puller. One question though. There's another seal inside the shaft down at the base, just above where the brake assembly fits into. It's more of a normal seal like you'd find on a car. Any reason you didn't bother with that one?

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety +1

      @@89Mirageman - Because normally it’s the top seal that gives out and I didn’t want to disturb the bottom seal if I didn’t have to so I just replace the top one and everything worked out fine.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety +1

      My philosophy is if it works don’t fix it. However since you’ve got the machine all tore down if you feel comfortable removing that bottom seal which is kind of hard to get at go ahead and give it a shot. Thanks for watching and commenting and I hope the video is helpful for you!

  • @lukesmith2725
    @lukesmith2725 Před 3 lety +2

    AWESOME VIDEO. Thanks so much. You are correct, there are tons of videos regarding the clutch, the pump, etc. This is the only video on this subject and it is great! Dude, you tore that machine UP! Literally. I learned a lot. 👍

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Wow! Thank you for the awesome comments. I’m really happy to hear this video was helpful for you. Please subscribe if you haven’t already - stay safe and healthy.

  • @ranger1244
    @ranger1244 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. My Kitchen Aid washer is 26 years old. I've already replaced the tub seal and other parts. It recently started leaking again but from these seals. The seals are on order and should be in soon. Your video is going to help a lot.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for watching and commenting and hopefully subscribing. I’m glad to hear that my video was or will be helpful for your project. Best wishes and stay safe.

  • @DieselDog358
    @DieselDog358 Před měsícem +1

    Outstanging video, Sir! You are a Gentlemen & a Scholar! My hat is off to you.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před měsícem +1

      AWESOME comment. Thank you. Hope the video was helpful. Stay safe!!!

  • @wanderer4125
    @wanderer4125 Před 5 lety +46

    Use a socket or piece of PVC the size of your seal. Helps knock them in flush without risking puncture.

  • @Stationary76
    @Stationary76 Před 23 dny

    I haven't started to take mine apart yet. At first I suspected the tub gasket, which looked pretty indepth to replace, and now I'm watching your great video. I have to give you top marks for giving the part numbers for the gaskets as well. Don't see that often. Thanks.

    • @Stationary76
      @Stationary76 Před 23 dny

      Also, with my luck I'd go through this 17 day job(lol), put it all back together and the forking thing will still be leaking, if not more, because I pinched this or didn't knock this in evenly.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 22 dny

      Glad it helped. Thank you so much for the kind comment.

  • @Rich-ic8wl
    @Rich-ic8wl Před 3 lety +2

    Excellent video - your detailed descriptions and accompanying video was great!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for watching and commenting. I hope the video was helpful. Have a great day!!!

  • @annkeathley7794
    @annkeathley7794 Před 4 lety +1

    DUDE!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE DIRECTIONS. JUST TAKES PATIENCE BUT WORTH THE MAINTENANCE!! ITS AN OLDIE BUT GOODIE!! AGAIN THANK YOU!!

  • @jbjmz6015
    @jbjmz6015 Před rokem +1

    Outstanding! Guess how I found out about your video? After 10 years my washer started doing the same and I looked around and by far your video is the best so, I decided to repair the washer myself-Thanks a lot for your great help!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem

      Great to hear. Thank you for watching and hopefully subscribing. Appreciate your amazing comments. Stay safe!!!

  • @BoHunter2010
    @BoHunter2010 Před 5 lety +2

    Thanks for the video. My older Kenmore was leaking and watching this saved me some extra hassle. I thought it was my tub seal, turns out it was the shaft seal. Proved this by doing a load on LOW and MED LOW water levels and it didn't leak a drop until the rinse cycle (full tub on rinse). On MED water level is where it started leaking while agitating. Thus, shaft seal, not tub seal.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      BoHunter2010 Great to hear this helped. Yeah - never as easy as the tub seal. Let me know how your repair panned out. Thanks my friend.

  • @pablosbuickgarage
    @pablosbuickgarage Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you sir. The best video I’ve seen on this subject. I watched 7 videos but non as detailed as yours.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Pablo's Buick Garage - Thank you for your positive support. Hope the video helped with your situation.

  • @johnaclark1
    @johnaclark1 Před 2 měsíci

    I happened across your video after doing a similar repair on my washer a few days ago. One thing I don't see in the video, nor in the comments, is that there are actually two of each of each of these seals. They are stacked on top of each other. I replaced the basket drive with the brake on it (and a good thing since mine was very rusty and didn't want to come out of the base) and it came with the seals already in it but the base housing with the larger seal actually had a second one underneath the first. I only ordered one so I only replaced one but to do the job right you should replace both. The basket drive with the brake also has two of those smaller seals stacked on top of each other. You can verify this with the parts diagram on sears parts direct website.

  • @markduerr8514
    @markduerr8514 Před 2 lety +1

    This was extremely helpful and I appreciate the fact that you didn’t sit there and ramble on about silly stuff that didn’t make a difference about fixing the washing machine I did do a little bit different online I used a two finger wheel puller or gear puller against the backside of the nut upside down so I had more of a flat surface and it pulled it straight out on the inside drum thanks for the video it was extremely helpful I’m going to keep using it while I replay as I’m putting it back together to make sure I don’t forget anything awesome I’ll be watching your next videos thanks again
    Mark.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for watching and commenting. I’m glad to hear that my style of video was helpful. Sometimes I’m not sure if I’m making myself clear but thank you for the awesome comment. Stay safe and happy new year!

  • @enriquegudino6990
    @enriquegudino6990 Před 3 lety +1

    Brother, my washing machine is exactly the same and that was my problem, your video was what I needed to solve my problem, thanks for your contribution.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Glad to hear this video was helpful. Thank you for watching. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Stay safe and healthy!!!!

  • @joselandaverry5439
    @joselandaverry5439 Před 5 lety +1

    Man that was a tremendous amount of work but you probably felt so proud of it knowing that you fixed the problem. I like the simplest ones like washer n drier lid switches lol

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      Jose Landaverry - Well put my friend. I’ve been down similar roads with other machines including this one, so I was in familiar territory. My luck= Never simple like a lid switch or loose wire. NEVER!!! Lol. Thanks for supporting my channel. Best-

  • @mikeobrien7242
    @mikeobrien7242 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks for your hard work and advice! We have the same washer as you have kenmore elite and our leak ended up being the hose where the water fills the washer up on top right at the hose conection but your info is so spot on for more serious stuff ! Thsnks again!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety +1

      You are very lucky! My repairs are never simple. Thank you for watching and commenting. Appreciate your kind words. Stay safe!

  • @charlesmcneiljr5170
    @charlesmcneiljr5170 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you. Im new to repairing washing machines and this was very helpful.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +2

      Great to hear. Thank you for watching. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Stay safe.

  • @MIKEROADDOG
    @MIKEROADDOG Před 4 lety

    Excellent vid , I have this EXACT problem with a 20 year old Kenmore , it alwaya leaked for the last couple of years , but now the clutch is slipping , and so I ran it with the body off and YES the water is dripping onto the cluch on spin and wash cycle , the machine only leaks on medium water level , not on low , so Im guessing it is the same problem , I will follow this vid step by step while doing the job , Thank you for this tutorial on replacing the upper and lower shaft seals , I would have replaced the tub seal alone and been in the same place , with a LEAK !! , Thanks a million for this info , and you were right , its the first vid posted to show a detailed breakdown of the seal locations and replacement , you Rock Bill ., God Bless .........

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Awesome to hear - I'm glad this video was helpful. Appreciate your kind support. Let us known your outcome following your repair. Yes, running on low with no leaks is a tel-tale sign that your shaft seal is leaking. Best of Luck!!!

  • @alejandroramirezv8322
    @alejandroramirezv8322 Před 4 lety +1

    Great explanation. I have the same problem with my Whirlpool washer and will fix it soon. Thanks a lot for the help.

  • @panteradelsur5722
    @panteradelsur5722 Před 4 lety

    Thanks so much for your video ! I will repair my washer tomorrow,and I hope at the end no leftovers parts.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Left over parts always happens. The older appliances are overbuilt. Maybe that is why they last so much longer. You'll do just fine. Stay safe!

  • @guadalupevaldez6125
    @guadalupevaldez6125 Před 5 lety

    Wow! thank you for this, I have a 20 year old washer that the motor still sounds good and is leaking water too. I am going to have to try to do this procedure on it. you did a very good job in explaining each step. Thanks again.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      Thank you. I always wonder if I failed to explain myself when doing these types of videos. Thank you for the feedback. Hope this helped your situation. All the Best-

    • @carmac1652
      @carmac1652 Před 4 lety

      Check out my channel for Dryer repairs 👍

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      @@carmac1652 - Nice channel. You definitely deserve way more views and subscribers. Keep the great videos coming and your numbers will rise!!! I am amazed by the growth of my channel. All the Best-

  • @authenticationstation2041

    This is a great video. I appreciate you posting it.

  • @Hurtcules
    @Hurtcules Před rokem

    Very well done video!

  • @pnisakau
    @pnisakau Před 5 lety +1

    thanks much for this video...really helped me pinpoint my washer leak, with an easy fix!!!

  • @jackluminus3426
    @jackluminus3426 Před 3 lety +1

    The right man for this channel. Excellent. .. I'm giving you an A. Thanks brother.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      What a generous comment. Thank you very much!!! Hope your staying safe and healthy during these trying times. All the Best my friend!

  • @DANIELSANCHEZ-hc4ds
    @DANIELSANCHEZ-hc4ds Před 8 měsíci +1

    This was one of the most useful video I seen in awhile, thank you.

  • @alward9901
    @alward9901 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the quick response William your answer put my concerns at ease , it ‘s not a hard washer to work on if your mechanical skilled thanks again .

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Al Ward - Very true regarding the difficulty level. Thank you for watching my vids.

  • @Sharkie626
    @Sharkie626 Před 4 lety +5

    Nice job! Never get rid of that direct drive, it is the best washer one could have. One of the reasons why the main tub seal doesn't go bad often is because unlike the seals for the agitator shaft and the spin tube, that one isn't on any moving parts. Like you said though, if you have it all apart to replace said seals, you may as well replace the main one too. Can't hurt anything. You could also inspect those white wear pads that you mentioned about towards the end, but based on how the machine was when operating, they're probably fine. Glad you got the 6-padded spin clutch!
    When removing the spin tube, you can easily get it out by turning the brake cam counterclockwise to release the pads, makes it much easier! Same with reinstalling it too. Smart idea to grease the brake assembly too so the pads move easier. You're probably the first person I've seen do that. Unsure why your tub spring brackets are so rusty. But you can always get replacements if ever needed.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Thank you Sharkie626. I appreciate your support and your input. You’ve made some great points in your comments. The direct drives are awsome machines. All the Best my friend!!!

  • @jimreinhardt9165
    @jimreinhardt9165 Před 3 lety

    Really good video , I like that you didn’t include disassembly and went for the repair, Thanks

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +1

      I included the major disassembly. I figure if individuals don’t know how to gain access to the motor and transmission and disconnect the water pump and all the simple steps they really shouldn’t be going for replacing the seals. Thanks for watching I appreciate your support. Stay safe my friend.

  • @charlesboston6501
    @charlesboston6501 Před 5 lety

    Enjoyed very much. One of the best organized with good video.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      Thank you for the positive feedback. Much appreciated. Hope the video helped your situation.

  • @HolbergEM
    @HolbergEM Před 4 lety +2

    Great job. Thanks for sharing!

  • @johnward9626
    @johnward9626 Před 2 lety +1

    Very informative. The best yet!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for the awesome comment. Glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Warmly…

  • @michaelfisher7835
    @michaelfisher7835 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for posting this video. Most helpful.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Great to hear it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting. Stay safe!!!

  • @kd4943
    @kd4943 Před 4 lety +1

    Great job! You did great explaination.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Thank you. Appreciate the positive comment. I hope this video was helpful. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. All the Best!!!

  • @Kheavenly1
    @Kheavenly1 Před rokem +1

    Awesome job!

  • @davidc9396
    @davidc9396 Před 3 lety

    Just got done replacing my clutch plate. Tub wouldn't spin and it was leaking. Figured I would be changing the tub gasket, didn't think about the shaft seals! This is going to save me a lot of time! I would have taken everything apart, put it back together and probably would have had the same problem. I have a 23 year old Kenmore Series 90 washer. I want to keep it for another 23 years! Thanks for a great video!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +1

      As long as the motor holds out your in good shape. The cost to replace the motor would be too much to keep the old girl going! They are good quality machines that’s for sure. Thank you for watching and supporting my channel. Stay safe and healthy!!!

    • @zepar221
      @zepar221 Před 3 lety +1

      @@SmokinwithKasket Used motors on ebay are often reasonably priced. Use cross reference part numbers from an appliance site.

  • @icnfxit
    @icnfxit Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for the vid.
    Well done

  • @jaimevillarreal2255
    @jaimevillarreal2255 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for posting this video i was able to fix my washer from your information....god bless

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety +1

      Great to hear. I'm glad this video was helpful. Stay safe and healthy.

  • @cheoa4772
    @cheoa4772 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for the sharing of your knowledge, awesome

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for watching and subscribing. Much appreciated! Stay safe.

  • @ottobones703
    @ottobones703 Před 4 lety

    Very nice video right to the point!
    Thank you

  • @clucho
    @clucho Před 5 lety

    Very Helpful for me thanks Will.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      Glad to hear that. Hopefully your problem is solved. All the Best.

  • @vickebm
    @vickebm Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing. I found that hammering a 3/4" socket on that upper seal will drive it in fairly easily.

  • @broncobra
    @broncobra Před 4 lety +1

    THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!

  • @stevelamonte1962
    @stevelamonte1962 Před rokem

    im a disabled vet that is on soc.sec.and i needed a way to make some extra money i was picking scrap metal doung hauling ppl suff to the dump anything to keep food on the table about 10 years sgo i ran an ad on craigslist saying any body that will show me the basics of washer and dryer repair for everydsy the show me ill donate a day of my time to do whatever they need done whether cutiing there grass or dating there daughter any ways 10 years later im pushing them out of my garage and beating used appliance stores buy 50 % now this video is one of the best ive seen ive removed many tubs when i have one thats stuck i spray a soapy cleaner around the top of the drive block let it sit a few min. then ill take the end of my spanner wrench set it on top of the drive block and give the other end a good solid wack ..comes free everytime

  • @fredericpatacsil4051
    @fredericpatacsil4051 Před 5 lety

    very informative and straight forward...

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety

      Thank you. Appreciate the positive comment. Hope this information helped!!!

  • @meangreen2792
    @meangreen2792 Před dnem

    💯 Thanks for the video. 🤙 Good information in it. Step by step. 🔥 Got a project like this coming up.

  • @josar3922
    @josar3922 Před 3 lety +1

    Excelente video, gran trabajo!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for the kind comment. Appreciate you watching and subscribing. Stay safe and healthy!!!

  • @futurehunter_1
    @futurehunter_1 Před 3 lety

    Thank you. I was going through the process of elimination to stop my washer from leaking and I didn't think about the seals. Parts are on order. Thank you.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +1

      futurehunter - sorry it’s was the seals. Never the easy tub seal!!! Good luck, take your time. It’ll work out great. Thank you for watching.

    • @michaell3711
      @michaell3711 Před 3 lety +1

      @@SmokinwithKasket ,, My Whirlpool is dripping when in motion only. Is it the shaft seal ? Shouldn't the tube seal leak even when the machine is off once water is in the machine ?

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Try filling the water level to a low setting. Run it. If no leak then raise the level higher. I still suspect the seals. Mine leaked only on motion. If no leak on low water level but a leak on high water level that’s fir sure your seals!

    • @michaell3711
      @michaell3711 Před 3 lety +1

      @@SmokinwithKasket ,, Once it is running it leaks.... Whether low or high on water level. The thing is it does not leak if I manually filled it .

    • @michaell3711
      @michaell3711 Před 3 lety

      Thanks again for responding. Blessings

  • @justinhansen6005
    @justinhansen6005 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you sir so much, I needed this

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting.

  • @reneserrano8147
    @reneserrano8147 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much, I will put my tools together and fix the washer machine, excellent video, gracias.

  • @jamesgillies3710
    @jamesgillies3710 Před 3 měsíci +1

    outstanding video

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you for watching and commenting. Appreciate the awesome content.

  • @jessicapontual2035
    @jessicapontual2035 Před rokem

    Great job! Thanks!

  • @eddiewillis2268
    @eddiewillis2268 Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome, Thank you!

  • @kevineich5029
    @kevineich5029 Před rokem +3

    Great video. One thing to check are the bearings in the tub support tube. If those bearings are worn, it is likely the spin tube shaft is scored and you'll need to replace those parts or the new seals will go bad in a short period of time. Your spin tube appeared fine though.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem

      Awesome suggestion. Thank you. I appreciate you watching and sharing.

  • @indy1234567891011
    @indy1234567891011 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the video man. About to do this on a 2010 maytag

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Go for it! Take your time and it will be successful. All the Best.

  • @renatomartinez3183
    @renatomartinez3183 Před 5 lety +2

    thanks for this instructions ,they helped me to disassemble and assemble it back putting all the springs in the way they should be ,definitively well explained and detailed ,as we need all ..........

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 5 lety +1

      Awesome. I'm glad to hear that the video was helpful. Thank you for your support my friend.

  • @rolandvz71able
    @rolandvz71able Před 4 lety +1

    great vid! THx!
    Would using a socket to seat the upper and lower seals been any easier?
    Thx again

  • @mygarden365
    @mygarden365 Před rokem +1

    Thank You for this video.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem

      Hope it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting.

  • @charlestower8540
    @charlestower8540 Před 4 lety

    The Puller worked easily to pull the inner drum and spanner nut. Thanks for the tip.

  • @mikefennema5561
    @mikefennema5561 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the great video. You can use a socket of the proper diamater to tap in those shaft seals. When installing the transmishion wrap the splines with electrical tape to prevent them from damaging the inner seal.

    • @jerryblack21
      @jerryblack21 Před rokem

      Any idea what size sockets? I've cracked the upper shaft seal three times trying to knock them in

    • @mikefennema5561
      @mikefennema5561 Před rokem

      @@jerryblack21 Sory, can't remember.

  • @lorenplato4377
    @lorenplato4377 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video, my friend, this is the same for coin op whirlpools. 👍

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for watching and commenting. Appreciate your positive support. Stay safe.

  • @abrahamvaro5482
    @abrahamvaro5482 Před 3 lety +1

    Very nice video ,thanks

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety

      Abraham Varo - Thank you. I appreciate the comment. Hope it was helpful.

  • @Blustone60
    @Blustone60 Před 4 měsíci +1

    The best instructions I've seen on this. Unfortunately for me, i think I must change the transmission shaft seal.

  • @dashlamb9318
    @dashlamb9318 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thsnk you got a good look at what needs to be done.

  • @heaven9036
    @heaven9036 Před 3 lety +1

    Aha! I need to do this even if I change my clutch. This is the real problem. Thanks for this video!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 3 lety +1

      Would be good idea to change the clutch. It’s cheap and readily available. Like the good old days - changing the spark plugs and wires but not the cap & rotor.

    • @heaven9036
      @heaven9036 Před 3 lety +1

      @@SmokinwithKasket I just did. But I should change the gaskets as well. The motor was greasy and looks like there are soapy leaks.

  • @johnblackhall4784
    @johnblackhall4784 Před rokem +1

    Great video, thanks

  • @googleuser868
    @googleuser868 Před 2 lety

    Had a leak in mine and the clutch slipping. Playing around I tried a small load and the leak stopped. Guessed a seal or hose was the problem. Got a seal for the tub bottom but got to thinking that it would still leak on a small load if that was the problem. Haven't fixed it yet and think the shaft seals are the issue. Random no spin issues are now a problem even after drying out and cleaning the clutch. Suspect a wiring or timer control dial may also be a problem. Determined to fix it as I don't like any of the new machines available today. Thanks much for this informative video.

  • @arleighbaker5860
    @arleighbaker5860 Před rokem +1

    Excellent-Informative

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před rokem

      Thank you for watching in coming. Hopefully it was helpful to you.

  • @JuanPerez-sj8gg
    @JuanPerez-sj8gg Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the video

  • @aldrinjo1
    @aldrinjo1 Před 5 lety

    Thanks for this video dude. :)

  • @shawnmacleod697
    @shawnmacleod697 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for this video - great!- it’s funny we have an old kenmore washer that we love- it’s 18-19 years old and now seems to need a drum seal / bearing replacement but having problems finding parts- any idea where I could buy them?

  • @JamesJackson-wq4qs
    @JamesJackson-wq4qs Před 2 lety +1

    Great video

  • @joesikes128
    @joesikes128 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video. Just what I needed for my Roper. I went ahead and got a new washer today. What prices on these things? My Roper was 10 and half years old, so I went ahead after just fixing it from not spinning, and then seeing it was leaking in the center. Then tearing it apart and seeing it was the top seal leaking, that I decided to get a new washer. Now after seeing your video, I will now order those parts and fix my old washer.

  • @wesleysullivan8047
    @wesleysullivan8047 Před 2 lety +1

    very good work

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Thank you. I appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe.

  • @ChuckRobertsInvents
    @ChuckRobertsInvents Před rokem

    Good video and I appreciate the information. Did I miss it where you added any oil or grease back into the transmission case before reassembly? Mine had slung a good amount out in the bottom, which is what ultimately caused the clutch to slip. I'm just wondering what I need to stick back in there before reassembly. Any ideas?

  • @npolite22
    @npolite22 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thanks for the information. Mine is unfortunately from 2007 so the basket (brake) and transmission/shaft is coming in one piece. I don't want to hit the pry bar too hard but might need to. I put some pb blaster on the top seal so hopefully it goes all of the way down and lubricates the shaft.
    EDIT: Finally got that sucker off. I had to use a pry-bar to get it off. It had a lot of soap build-up!

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 6 měsíci

      That was probably a smart move. Glad the video was helpful.

  • @aaronfoster5315
    @aaronfoster5315 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the video on the shaft seals. Very helpful. I have the same issue but I did also open up the transmission and found water in the oil. I would suspect that any machine with leaky shaft seals could end up with water in the transmission.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      I would agree. Water will eventually find its way through the top of the transmission.

  • @shakdidagalimal
    @shakdidagalimal Před 4 lety +1

    A+ on that vid and how it was all handled. It seemed shorter than it was because it was hustled along and there was no extra dwelling and repeating like some irritating vids.

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 4 lety

      Shakdi Dagalimal - Wow what a fabulous compliment. So you’re saying you didn’t look at your watch during the whole movie. Lol. Thank you so much, I’m glad the video was helpful and not boring and dragging. I do work hard at editing to try to keep all my videos entertaining, short and to the point as there’s nothing worse then dragging on and on. Thank you for watching. Stay safe and healthy!!! All the Best-

  • @miguelramos2213
    @miguelramos2213 Před 2 lety +1

    great video !!! thanl you

    • @SmokinwithKasket
      @SmokinwithKasket  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for the kind compliment. Hope this video was helpful. Warm Regards.

  • @kenfrank2730
    @kenfrank2730 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thanks for the great video, it's very helpful.
    But my 25 year old Kenmore is leaking. I'll check it out, but if it's not a simple problem like the drain pump, then I'll
    just buy a new washer. Too much work even for a mechanical person like me. I have also read that newer machines are more energy efficient.