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Post# 70085   6/13/2005 at 14:48 (6,862 days old) by partscounterman (Cortez, Colorado)        

I now have a Neptune Washer with a bad tub bearing. I'm thinking of replacing it so I can resell the machine. Applianceaid.com has very extensive instructions for replacing the tub bearing on the FriGEMore FLs, but doesn't really say anything about the Neptune tub bearing. Has anyone here attempted this repair and are there any pitfalls I should avoid?




Post# 71524 , Reply# 1   6/26/2005 at 21:40 (6,849 days old) by Spiraclean (UK)        
How did it go?

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Hi David,
So how did you get on with the bearing replacment? I hope it went smoothly for you I know some machines can be real pigs when it comes to extracting the old bearings. In fact a lot of the cheaper UK models only last a couple of years at most and are way to expensive to repair so you could call them a disposable machine, in fact they are a total wast of money and resources.

All the best.
Hugh.


Post# 71540 , Reply# 2   6/27/2005 at 03:30 (6,849 days old) by SactoTeddyBear ()        
Re: Maytag Neptune Tub Bearing:

Hi! David, if you haven't gotten any info yet about the Tub Bearing Replacement and haven't been able to figure it out as of yet, you might try to contact a Maytag Dealer or maybe even Maytag might be able to connect you with a Service Tech to tell you about how to replace the Tub Bearing.

It was just a thought, in case your still not sure about getting it replaced for sure.

Peace and Happy Neptune Washer Tub Bearing Replacing, Steve
SactoTeddyBear...


Post# 71549 , Reply# 3   6/27/2005 at 09:27 (6,849 days old) by runematic (southcentral pa)        

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Basically the bearing is pressed into the outer tub. You must replace the outer tub. It'll come w/ bearing pressed in & new main seal.

Post# 72002 , Reply# 4   7/1/2005 at 14:33 (6,844 days old) by runematic (southcentral pa)        

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Did you attempt the repair yet??

Post# 72003 , Reply# 5   7/1/2005 at 14:52 (6,844 days old) by partscounterman (Cortez, Colorado)        
Nope!

I stuck that Neptune in the back room for now- been too busy with Convention and other things to get started on such a major project. The little frigidaire tub bearing replacement went fairly well, so if the Maytag is just as easy it will be no problem. I should get on it quick because people around here still think Maytags the best.

Post# 72007 , Reply# 6   7/1/2005 at 16:01 (6,844 days old) by super32 (Blackstone Massachusetts)        
Dont forget..........

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Dont forget to replace the spinner support as well. The old shaft and new bearing dont get along to well together. In some cases you have to beat the support out of the bearing.


Other than that the job isnt very difficult. Allow about 3hrs for you first time.


Scott


Post# 72036 , Reply# 7   7/1/2005 at 21:29 (6,844 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)        
Hi David

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I went to the Factory training on those machines.You don't replace the bearing, they are molded into the outer tub, you have to install a whole new outer tub bearing assembly.

I have the service manual and can scan it for you if you like.

It was nice getting to know you at the convention too!


Jet




Post# 72039 , Reply# 8   7/1/2005 at 21:38 (6,844 days old) by partscounterman (Cortez, Colorado)        
Thanks Jetcone

I knew that the bearing was a part of the rear tub assembly. The scan of the service manual may be helpful if there are some pitfalls to avoid, otherwise I can probably figure it out myself.

Sure was nice to see you too at the convention. I'm sorry we didn't have more time together. I think the next convention should be a week long.

Belville. Did someone say Belville?



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