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Thread Number: 50618
Looking for suggestions on a FL washing machine |
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| Post# 728549 , Reply# 1 1/18/2014 at 14:36 (3,748 days old) by n023b () | ||
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anybody? | ||
Post# 728550 , Reply# 2 1/18/2014 at 14:39 (3,748 days old) by logixx  (Germany) |
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 Great and reliable for under 800 CAD? Probably difficult.
Would replacing the bearings be an option? "Replace" as in "replace them yourself". There are a few videos on YouTube that give step-by-step instructions how to do this. CLICK HERE TO GO TO logixx's LINK | ||
| Post# 728556 , Reply# 3 1/18/2014 at 15:15 (3,748 days old) by frontloaderfan (Merrimac valley, MA) | ||
Huebsch
Not sure if you know this, but Speed Queen in Canada is known as Huebsch. In USD a SQ front loader is about $1600.00 (If I remember correctly. Others here will know better).
Trying to replace the bearings yourself might be an option. As logixx said, there are lots of videos on youtube on how to do this. The cost of the parts would be well under your budget. When my Frigidaire front loader goes, I'd like to try this myself. | ||
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Post# 728564 , Reply# 5 1/18/2014 at 15:49 (3,748 days old) by Frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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| Post# 728566 , Reply# 6 1/18/2014 at 15:58 (3,748 days old) by n023b () | ||
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Hey thanks for your replies. If I could fix myself that would be awesome. Does anybody know where I can get replacement bearings for a whirlpool duet sport model number WFW8300SW00 Serial: HLT0520951 | ||
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Post# 728599 , Reply# 7 1/18/2014 at 19:00 (3,748 days old) by logixx (Germany) |
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Just did a very quick online search and it seems that the bearings aren't sold on their own. Whirlpool seems to sell a kit containing the entire outer tub with bearings and seals.
www.whirlpool.com/digitalassets/M...
Here's one example: CLICK HERE TO GO TO logixx's LINK | ||
| Post# 728859 , Reply# 8 1/19/2014 at 18:25 (3,747 days old) by frontloaderfan (Merrimac valley, MA) | ||
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wow..
I thought for sure that the WP bearings would be available from RepairClinic dot com.
I have heard that once the machine has been dismantled, the bearings can be purchased separately by ordering them by the number on the bearing from a bearing supplier, which is usually cheaper. It all depends on how adventurous you are. This is what I had planned to do with my machine when it breaks (whenever that is), since it is the same with Frigidaire. They want you to purchase the entire tub assembly just to replace the bearings. | ||
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Post# 728906 , Reply# 9 1/19/2014 at 20:43 (3,747 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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Going Back Years IIRC
Whirlpool, Frigidaire and others have had one piece tub/bearing assemblies. Am sure it is spoken about in the archives around here somewhere.
There is a NOS Whirlpool Duet tub and bearing set on fleaPay at this moment: CLICK HERE TO GO TO Launderess's LINK on eBay | ||
| Post# 729128 , Reply# 11 1/20/2014 at 17:23 (3,746 days old) by ronhic (Canberra, Australia) | ||
I'm going to suggest That you think carefully about how many loads of washing you put through the machine.
My own experiences are that we tend to generate 5 loads a week in this 2 person house hold.
- whites - lights - darks (alternate week) - towels - bedding - dog bedding (changed weekly, washed alternate week)
My mother, with a family of 4 would do 8 loads a week with a 10lb machine (roughly 1/2 - 2/3 capacity of most new front load machines):
- whites - lights x2 - darks - dads work clothes - builder - towels - bedding x2
Her machines have always lasted, never being 'over loaded'. She's only on her 3rd machine since 1968!
Whilst it is entirely feasible that a Speed Queen will outlast everything else on the market, it is significantly outside your budget and a more modestly priced machine may well suit you for the next 5-10 years. If lower end machines are indeed tested to 5000 cycles, then you could well expect closer to 10 years than 5. | ||
| Post# 729140 , Reply# 12 1/20/2014 at 18:15 (3,746 days old) by frontloaderfan (Merrimac valley, MA) | ||
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Post# 729164 , Reply# 13 1/20/2014 at 19:31 (3,746 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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Whirlpool Duet Sport Tub & Bearing Kit
Looks like part number 280251, and is available here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-REPLACEM... CLICK HERE TO GO TO Launderess's LINK | ||
| Post# 730303 , Reply# 15 1/25/2014 at 00:17 (3,742 days old) by laundromat (Hilo, Hawaii) | ||
The Home Depot
has a promotion of 10%off any appliance $399 +
1. LG model#WM3050CW SKU#1000029791 7 cycles 5 spin speeds 1200 ,1000, 800, 600 RPM and no spin 4 cu ft. $719.10 after discount free delivery and haul away. 2. Samsung model # WF361BVBEWR SKU # 111736 9 cycles including sanitize 1100, 800, 600 and no spin 3.7 cu ft. $597.60 after discount Remember, some power companies nationwide are giving out mail in rebates on all energy star compliant appliances. I would recommend the LG first but,the Samsung would be a little more economical considering it,like the LG comes with a 10 year motor warranty and 2 years on the electronic controls. You can also get 4 yeats parts,labor and millage traveled for around $149. at HD through GE. Unlike Sears,it's added on AFTER the manufacturers warranty expies . Good luck!! ;-) | ||
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