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Post# 719867 , Reply# 1   12/7/2013 at 23:59 (3,791 days old) by tecnopolis (Ocala/Dunnellon, Florida 34481)   |   | |
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I am a huge fan of the later Neptunes. With that being said, bearing failures are not exclusive to them as it seems to effect all front loaders.
I would be more concerned with a corroded tub spider which doesen't seem to be as common an issue for Neptunes as they are for the Fridgidaire models.If you've got one of those it's "game over" unles your willing to find another Neptune to use as a parts donor as new tub spiders aren't usually available for sale without having to buy the whole wash tub.. |
Post# 719895 , Reply# 2   12/8/2013 at 08:23 (3,791 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey)   |   | |
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bearing failure comes more from seal failure more than the bearing itself...
I have several, thats an understatement, but there is one set that I bought brand new in 2000, very few loads have ever been washed in COLD, mostly warm and hot washes, and of course bleach with the whites, never leave the door open or the dispenser drawer, and have never had an issue.......yet, I know the bearings are going to need replacing eventually... that being said, buying a few used sets, I have found them to be grossed out with mold and mildew, and filthly inside....it really depends on how they were taken care of by the previous owner....and most, not well......and within months needed the bearing and seals replaced.....not saying all are like that.... now the big question, is this something you want to take on when it occurs, the first time, it took me about 3 hours, now there is nothing to doing the job, cleaning it all out, and running top dollar again.......it will purr after a new set.....and cost is about 50.00 for parts... theres plenty of videos on YouTube of replacing them, some leave the tub in, others take the tub out and do all the work, what is ever easier for you...you can even rent a TonyTool to help... mine get a workout, and knock on wood, are still in great condition...but it really is all about taking care of them... if anything while looking over a set, its best if you can plug it in, and at least run a spin cycle, that will tell you for the most part if they need replaced right away... |
Post# 719972 , Reply# 4   12/8/2013 at 16:42 (3,790 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey)   |   | |
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