Thank you so much for this clear and informative video, saved me a lot of time, money and bother. Used on old puncture repair kit had laying about. Also being a cheap skate, used the old glue that came with kit. Didn't tear off the ripped part, and a bit of old inner tube as a patch. Clothes peg and an adjustable wrench to hold together. Took a couple of goes for it to stick together. Really straightforward and simple. Thank you again. Much love from London
I had a small section torn off my door bellows, just like the section missing in this video, only I didn't have to cut it away as it had already come off. Was going to try this video's idea but then found a bike tire tube repair kit here at home - the little circular stickers kind. I cleaned the area to be patched really well with alcohol then bridged four of the little stickers across the tear, folding them in half along the edge till the gap was filled. Whereas my washer was leaking pints of water before with the tear, now it slowly leaks a couple tablespoons worth of water during a full washer cycle. Thought I was gonna have to spend $160 on new gaske/bellows but so far so good and it didn't cost me anything!
so glad I found this! We just got back from a camping trip and I realized I had a leaking washer, with many loads of wash to do... I have been using the dirty laundry to soak up what leaks and washing it next. My hubby wasn't happy since we have had nothing but problems the 3 years we have had our LG washer (since it is upstairs it even flooded the basement before causing thousands of dollars in damage). Glad to hack this problem until we have money to replace the front loader.
I have to tell you this is a great idea to upload. I figured out how to fix my dryer by watching a video on CZcams & learned how to take it apart & figure out what parts to order. It was a big project but I did it.Saved big money too. So I am sure you will help somebody with this video.
Two year old washer with same tear in same location. Washer repairmen quoted me close to $500 repair possibly $280 if I use an Amazon part. Insane! I have been using duct tape folded over the tear for a few weeks with no leaks. Going to try a similar patch when the duct tape gives out. Thanks
I'm like OMG are you sure you aren't fixing my washer... I am having the same exact issue and am so upset because I don't know where to even begin to look for the part and am afraid of spending money buying it online and have it be the wrong thing. You are awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share your video. Don't know what I would have done with your video!!!!!
Hi Chris! I have this exact problem right now with our Maytag front load washer. Was dreading forking out over 100 but now gonna try this tomorrow night! THANK YOU!!!! I'll let you know how it went!
i tried what you did. went out and bought the amazing goop (plumbing) and bike patch but unfortunately, it didn't work for me :( however, i came across another repair idea by +adam davenport on youtube called fixing a tear in the door gasket of...front load washing machine. i used BOTH ideas and the repair is holding so far! it's been over a week now. i used your bike patch idea on the back with amazing goop. then i used adam's idea using wax paper on the front to "build" the "rubber gasket" with the amazing goop instead of the polyurethane sealant. so far so good! even a "girl" like me can do this repair. try this first before you make "the call." this will save you $$$$ + one less rubber in the landfill=kind to the earth and :)
@@TheChrisPineWorkshop Instead of a bike patch, I cut a small piece of an old bike tube and glued it on the front with the Amazing Goop you showed. Works perfect. The rubber is almost identical. Thanks for the tip!
I have the same washer as you, and the same exact tear in the same exact place! Just called my local appliance parts store, and it's actually $160!!!!! I'm definitely going to try your fix before forking all that money. Thanks for the video
My girlfriend tore a piece out of our washing machine seal the other day by leaving a nylon scarf hanging partly out the door, then closing it without noticing then putting the washing on . When the washer spins out the clothes it burns and rips the seal with friction as the material rubs against it. I'd say this is what causes the majority of the tears, i was lucky that i seen the scarf hanging out and knew what caused it.
Great video, I'll try this repair myself. For time being have used No More Nails tape around the tear (it is similar to the tear in your video). I haven't cut out and removed the rubber as yet. Trying the machine right now - still leaking but not as bad. Have noticed the leak is now coming from the top of the taped part because it isn't lining up perfectly with the door. I taped around the top of the seal so it's now thicker at that damaged section due to tape being wrapped around it (like how you would plaster an injured finger). Anyway, my question was - is there a real need to cut the damaged rubber material out or could your repair still be done without cutting?
Guys, if you don't have time for this right away put a freezer ziplock bag between the washer's front end under door & the bottom panel, slip it in between the panels & place a pot or pan under the bag. It will work as a bib & you'll be ready in 2 minutes to use the machine! It will fix the problem until you have time to do this glue & patch hack!
It's always a piece of clothing that tears the bellow. Everytime. There isn't any other way it can happen. That part of the gasket seals against the glass door but it doesn't really move.
My boot seal has a hole in the middle, on the flat part on the bottom (between your two repairs). Do you think this patch technique will work on that part?
You should ca a piece of semi luna shape edge from the top of your rubber boot say from 12 o’clock were ceiling was not need and put in the gap so it like better as well!
USE SUGRU GLUE! Look it up online. It's a mouldable glue that you can stick on the tear. I had a tear on my washing machine gasket for two years that I tried to mend with various kinds of tape. Then finally I used this stuff and IT WORKS- hurray- no more leaks!
Why the need to tear it? Can you not just put the glue over it regardless? I tried to fix mine with Sugru molding glue but still leaks. Do not know how so many others were able.I used six packs of glue....covers the tears entirely ...yet still leaks. Thanks.
well you would not be gluing it bad in place as it goes in between the tears. I suppose if you good enough hue on it it may work but I water to glue to something so the patch piece is larger than the gap and seals it all up. It is still holding fine. How long has it been now? Over 1 1/2years!
I used contact cement, and secured the piece back in place, then added the bike tube patch on the backs side for a good seal and support. This gives it the same seal integrity on the front side as it originally had, plus it seals the backside as well. It seems to have worked fine. thanks for your help!
Has anyone ever tried taking the seal off and rotating it 180 degrees so the torn piece is at the top? I have this issue on mine, at first I thought a mouse or rat had gotten stuck in there and tried to chew it's way out.
Why I love my super simple top loader from the previous century.
On ~wash~rinse~spin.
Nothing extra to break.
Old appliances rule!
Thank you so much for this clear and informative video, saved me a lot of time, money and bother. Used on old puncture repair kit had laying about. Also being a cheap skate, used the old glue that came with kit. Didn't tear off the ripped part, and a bit of old inner tube as a patch. Clothes peg and an adjustable wrench to hold together. Took a couple of goes for it to stick together. Really straightforward and simple. Thank you again. Much love from London
I had a small section torn off my door bellows, just like the section missing in this video, only I didn't have to cut it away as it had already come off. Was going to try this video's idea but then found a bike tire tube repair kit here at home - the little circular stickers kind. I cleaned the area to be patched really well with alcohol then bridged four of the little stickers across the tear, folding them in half along the edge till the gap was filled. Whereas my washer was leaking pints of water before with the tear, now it slowly leaks a couple tablespoons worth of water during a full washer cycle. Thought I was gonna have to spend $160 on new gaske/bellows but so far so good and it didn't cost me anything!
so glad I found this! We just got back from a camping trip and I realized I had a leaking washer, with many loads of wash to do... I have been using the dirty laundry to soak up what leaks and washing it next. My hubby wasn't happy since we have had nothing but problems the 3 years we have had our LG washer (since it is upstairs it even flooded the basement before causing thousands of dollars in damage). Glad to hack this problem until we have money to replace the front loader.
I have to tell you this is a great idea to upload. I figured out how to fix my dryer by watching a video on CZcams & learned how to take it apart & figure out what parts to order. It was a big project but I did it.Saved big money too. So I am sure you will help somebody with this video.
Two year old washer with same tear in same location. Washer repairmen quoted me close to $500 repair possibly $280 if I use an Amazon part. Insane! I have been using duct tape folded over the tear for a few weeks with no leaks. Going to try a similar patch when the duct tape gives out. Thanks
I'm like OMG are you sure you aren't fixing my washer... I am having the same exact issue and am so upset because I don't know where to even begin to look for the part and am afraid of spending money buying it online and have it be the wrong thing. You are awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share your video. Don't know what I would have done with your video!!!!!
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Hi Chris! I have this exact problem right now with our Maytag front load washer. Was dreading forking out over 100 but now gonna try this tomorrow night! THANK YOU!!!! I'll let you know how it went!
Be sure to periodically lubricate your rubber seal. I just use vaseline. I think this happens form the seal sticking to the door.
i tried what you did. went out and bought the amazing goop (plumbing) and bike patch but unfortunately, it didn't work for me :( however, i came across another repair idea by +adam davenport on youtube called fixing a tear in the door gasket of...front load washing machine. i used BOTH ideas and the repair is holding so far! it's been over a week now. i used your bike patch idea on the back with amazing goop. then i used adam's idea using wax paper on the front to "build" the "rubber gasket" with the amazing goop instead of the polyurethane sealant. so far so good! even a "girl" like me can do this repair. try this first before you make "the call." this will save you $$$$ + one less rubber in the landfill=kind to the earth and :)
+okinawan44 Excellent!
@@TheChrisPineWorkshop Instead of a bike patch, I cut a small piece of an old bike tube and glued it on the front with the Amazing Goop you showed. Works perfect. The rubber is almost identical. Thanks for the tip!
not work for me either....I would venture hardly works for anybody....
Just experienced mine leaking and I was all set to get a new washer! Loool I can't wait to do this..
Usually does not work.
Just had this problem myself and I’m gonna get the supplies and try this. Thank you for the video I’m glad i came across your fix.
God bless you, sir. I think I can do this!
***** Thank you and best of luck!
I'm gonna have my boyfriend give it a try.... THANK YOU!! we're penny pinched and need all the hacks 😊
I have the same washer as you, and the same exact tear in the same exact place! Just called my local appliance parts store, and it's actually $160!!!!! I'm definitely going to try your fix before forking all that money. Thanks for the video
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good shout - def using front and back method some point out below though. Thanks!
My girlfriend tore a piece out of our washing machine seal the other day by leaving a nylon scarf hanging partly out the door, then closing it without noticing then putting the washing on . When the washer spins out the clothes it burns and rips the seal with friction as the material rubs against it. I'd say this is what causes the majority of the tears, i was lucky that i seen the scarf hanging out and knew what caused it.
It was still your fault, though.
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Great video, I'll try this repair myself. For time being have used No More Nails tape around the tear (it is similar to the tear in your video). I haven't cut out and removed the rubber as yet. Trying the machine right now - still leaking but not as bad. Have noticed the leak is now coming from the top of the taped part because it isn't lining up perfectly with the door. I taped around the top of the seal so it's now thicker at that damaged section due to tape being wrapped around it (like how you would plaster an injured finger). Anyway, my question was - is there a real need to cut the damaged rubber material out or could your repair still be done without cutting?
Guys, if you don't have time for this right away put a freezer ziplock bag between the washer's front end under door & the bottom panel, slip it in between the panels & place a pot or pan under the bag. It will work as a bib & you'll be ready in 2 minutes to use the machine! It will fix the problem until you have time to do this glue & patch hack!
Since the door closes and seals against the bellow, it seems like you'd want to put a patch on the front of the tear, as well.
It's always a piece of clothing that tears the bellow. Everytime. There isn't any other way it can happen. That part of the gasket seals against the glass door but it doesn't really move.
Thank you so much. I wish I knew this since
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Not sure what you mean. It bonds the patch material to the rubber seal. Then I used some extra glue to fill in the gaps as well.
My boot seal has a hole in the middle, on the flat part on the bottom (between your two repairs). Do you think this patch technique will work on that part?
Excellent, this is just my need. First, the Gorilla glue, then this, is it easier?
You should ca a piece of semi luna shape edge from the top of your rubber boot say from 12 o’clock were ceiling was not need and put in the gap so it like better as well!
USE SUGRU GLUE! Look it up online. It's a mouldable glue that you can stick on the tear. I had a tear on my washing machine gasket for two years that I tried to mend with various kinds of tape. Then finally I used this stuff and IT WORKS- hurray- no more leaks!
Now(2021) is working?
Just chck it out, lets see if it works. Cause like his way mines still leaks
I have the same problem with a tear at the bottom ...Where can I get the material for the fix
do u use the glue as an extra bonding agent?
Why the need to tear it? Can you not just put the glue over it regardless? I tried to fix mine with Sugru molding glue but still leaks. Do not know how so many others were able.I used six packs of glue....covers the tears entirely ...yet still leaks. Thanks.
So you put glue on the torn area. Then let that dry. Then put glue on patch, Not letting That dry and then press it on?
jason hounsell no the hose at the top needs to connect there. I am looking into it now;(
I have a g.e. front load from between 2006-2010.Im trying to find out how to access the error codes.Videos on yt dont work.Any suggestions?
why not simply glue the torn piece back in place? Thanks.
well you would not be gluing it bad in place as it goes in between the tears. I suppose if you good enough hue on it it may work but I water to glue to something so the patch piece is larger than the gap and seals it all up. It is still holding fine. How long has it been now? Over 1 1/2years!
I used contact cement, and secured the piece back in place, then added the bike tube patch on the backs side for a good seal and support. This gives it the same seal integrity on the front side as it originally had, plus it seals the backside as well. It seems to have worked fine. thanks for your help!
Michael Mast that's what I did, works great
What kind of adhesive
Has anyone ever tried taking the seal off and rotating it 180 degrees so the torn piece is at the top? I have this issue on mine, at first I thought a mouse or rat had gotten stuck in there and tried to chew it's way out.
Smurphenstein - installed properly, there is a drain hole at the bottom of the bellow. So rotating it would not be an option.
Luke Gipson thanks. I realised that after I looked at mine. I am wondering if turning mine 180 degrees and making a drainage hole in it may work.
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Why don't you just rotate the seal. The water only gathers at the bottom😁