Washer Shaking, Banging - Easy Fix Tub Wear Pad Repair Step by Step Guide Whirlpool Kenmore more 

Got my repalcement pads 8.00 today installed them and the washer is quiet as a mouse, like new. Thanks for the very helpful video and solution. Saved me buying a new washer. Thanks much!

My guy! I did this exact fix following your video (replaced the 4 springs in the bottom too). It went from shaking my house down like an earthquake to you barley notice it spinning. Honestly stunned how a few small parts can save my houses foundation and drywall seperating

Watched 7 videos on this subject. Yours was the best. Thank you!

I’m a do DIYer and happened upon your video through a friend who carried out your instructions and it actually worked. I love your presentation, your camera angles and procedure was excellent, and you went all the way from start to finish which included reinstalling the cabinet, which sometimes could be tricky. I am subscribing to your channel because I believe you are looking after people like me and showing us how simple it is to make repairs. Thank you.

This is probably the best most informative how to video I've seen yet. Excellent!

👏👏👏 The pads are not the problem for me, but this video was a complete necessity for me. I would not have been able to find the clips and get the washer apart without this. I also would have have great ,great trouble getting the shroud back on. Thank you!

This video is great for those who still own these old washers, I prefer these washer over the new one, less problem. Thank you for this video.

You are a RU-vid hero. Many thanks!

@Washer Dryer Money.. I cannot thank you enough for posting this video. You are bar none, the BEST RU-vidr I have ever listened to, in explaining the entire process, and showing the process, so that the average guy can get the job done right, the first time, without breaking something or messing it up. I was able to fix my girl friends Admiral washing machine (that she bought used) that had been banging around, with every single spin cycle since we got it to her house and set it up. After watching many videos, that led me down the wrong road, yours hit it out of the park. I found the pads that needed to be replaced. I ended up replacing the three suspension springs as well, since there was a little too much wobble (I thought) in the tub when pushing it from side to side. Those springs took some doing, but I got them replaced, at the some time that I had the machine apart for the tabs, which were badly worn. I just did a huge load of wash, but had to go outside for a while, and when I came back in the machine had not moved one iota. So I filled it again with water just to rinse the big load again. Watched it, and NO death wobble at all. Thank you VERY MUCH for this video.

I love how you explain how to and repeat movements so we can get a clear understanding. You are very thorough and the watch outs are great. Excellent and thank you!

Thanks for the help. After changing out the springs and getting just slight improvement, I was preparing to replace the old girl. I checked out your video, replaced the extremely worn pads, and she works beautifully. 👍

This is a great how-to video! This was exactly what was wrong with my washer and pretty easy to fix thanks to you. If this didn't fix the shaking problem I was just going to go out and buy a new washer. Man, you saved me $800.00! Thank You! I will subscribe!

Perfect video. This will add more life to my 30 year old Kenmore.

Thank You! My pads were worn down to nothing! This video was immensely helpful. My washer is running like a champ now. Cannot thank you enough!

Great call on these snubber pads! Our machine Wa s jumping all around and there the springs were all in place. I'm glad I happened to see your video as this solved our problem.

Hmmmm....good video....better than most other videos posted.....good job...

I'd like to add to the other comments that this was a great video. It fixed my problem and I am in awe of your ability to teach and explain. I sincerely appreciate your knowledge and expertise and that you shared it with us. I wish you the best success and I'm glad to be a new follower. Thank you again

Excellent. I just repaired mine today. This video saved me plenty of head scratching and worry. It's running now, shaking is 20% perhaps of what it was.

Thank you so much! Another video suggested to disassemble the whole tub to replace those, the way you do it is MUCH simpler! I did it all alone by inserting a stick in the gap to keep it open while I'm changing the pad. Also to push the pad into place, I let the tip of my 3 feet crow bar sit on it and just used my weight on the bar to force it in, worked well! I had previously changed the 3 springs, the leveling spring behind the washer and the long one behind the motor, without much results. Changing the wear pads made a huge difference, I would never have thought that such a small visible wear was responsible for such bad vibrations.

Great instructional video. I was very hesitant to try and fix my washing machine since I have never attempted such endeavour before. It is way over my comfort level. I followed the instructions and ordered the parts, than step by step following the video and once done, held my breath and started up the washing machine. It worked, no wobble and no noise. It’s hard to believe that such little strip of plastic could make that kind of annoyance go away. Thanks

Dude, thank you! I took the washer apart to clean it and thought I could calm the vibrations by putting on some feet (apparently the former homeowner didn't care to do it). Problem was it started shaking worse! I changed the springs and it came with these pads but I didn't think they'd make a big difference so I just changed the springs. Third time in the machine now and it's much better! It still vibrates a good bit but it doesn't walk towards me anymore so I count that as a win!

Great instructional video! Thank you for sharing.

Great video. This is what RU-vid should be used for. So many videos are just junk, showing somebody who doesn't know what they are doing and get lucky fixing something. Side story. We needed our washer and couldn't wait for stuff from ebay. I went to 4 appliance stores. Two did not have part in stock, but could order. I told them to save the trouble, "I can order it on my own". One said he's never heard of that part and didn't want to take the time to even check on it for me. The final one said in 30 years of appliance repair, he's never replaced that part. Then he tried to sell me a new washer to replace my 13 year old one. Then I pressed him, "listen, all I want is the part, do you have it or not?" He sold me the part, but said I was wasting my money. I replaced all 3 and the washer is steady as a rock. Thanks again.

Just a hint: I wish you would have held up to the camera the old pad & the new one so we could see how much worn the old ones were. Great show!👍 Very detailed & explained! I'll refer to your video when i install mine! Thanks as well for the zip-tie on the hose advice!

Thank you for this. I learn so much from you. I am a fix it guy and tackle most everything. I make my own parts too. Wood, glass, plastic & metal. I am always in awe how much junk there is in our products today. Why is everything so cheap and fragile ? I hate it all. Cars soon will be drive in and get another. No fixes availabel. Its going to be a Walle Movie world !

I don't give reviews usually but this is the best video I've seen in years.💯💯💯

THANK YOU !!!!!!! Excellent video.......almost went to buy a new cheap $600 washer.... then watched video.....all 3 wear pads gone except for those little nubs that were still in the holes..............thanks again!!!

Ive had this issue before but it was because i loaded the machine wrong,man it will definitely get your attention when it starts jumping, i have a Kenmore 70 series that quit working 2 weeks ago,i took a look inside that tub and decided to restore it,the inside of yours looks better than mine did,lol,i have access to a sandblaster and a steam cleaner,anything i could sandblast and steam clean i did and repainted everything and bought a bunch of new parts, it looks really nice,i need to put it back together but i have a major case of laziness, i keep saying "next hour ill start" ha ha ha ha

Excellent video, I have found what I need to fix mine, well I hope I can do it. Thanks bro!!

Great video. Watched it all the way through, even though I don't own that model of washer!

Thank you!!! I have an older Kenmore I just bought off a FB marketplace ad that is having the shaking/ walking issue- cannot wait to try this and see if it fixes it!

We never finish learning different things thank you great video

I can’t thank you enough. You saved me tons of money and al lot headache. Best regards from Brazil 🇧🇷

Best video I've seen about taking apart a top load washer. I'll be taking mine apart this weekend, thanks.

Great video! While mine isn't the wear pads it definitely helped me. I guess the pins fell out of the skate plate and my drum was all over the place.

I have taken a recent interest in old appliances, namely washers and dryers. I have been watching as many RU-vid videos as I can. I am not sure that i want to get into the game as far as you have but i haven't ruled it out yet. I have an older Almond Whirlpool set that my wife and I inherited from her parents. The washer went out on me 2 years ago and i just moved our washer into it's place. Last month, that washer went out on me and so i scrambled to find an inexpensive used washer. The older fella I purchased the washer from kinda duped me by rigging up the timer switch with a metal shim. Once we washed a comforter, it fell back and wasn't working. Long story short, the plastic tabs where it is screwed into the back of the panel had broken and he shimmed it with a long piece of metal. I have figured out a way to make it work. *knocks on wood* Well now I have my Whirlpool completely apart and I am in the process of doing a complete cleaning and refurbishing of the machine. My question is, is it worth it to be so thorough when people aren't going to see the insides anyways? I am very detail oriented, so when I see these used machines at flea markets etc., they are usually dirty and I always think to myself that they would probably get the price they are asking if they would take a little time to clean up the appliance. Anyways, I am waiting for a return call from a fella that has been recommended to me by a local parts shop. I would like to find someone to kind of shadow for a little while. I catch on fast. I am the type that learns quicker by having someone helpful to work with me. Any advice you have would be appreciated!

Great video with lots of good information! Do you not normally change the springs unless they are broken and how often have you seen the balance ring cause vibration & shaking on washers like these? Thank you!

Thank you, More and better info than even the Service and Parts guys.

Well l had to check in and you helped me fix my machine again!

Lord I hope this is as easy as you make it seem. Seen another video where they had to take apart everything 😢😢😢

Great video, you walked me right through it easily... Thanks!!

thank you soooooooooooo much, I have advanced MS and can't buy a new machine, But I was a tech and I'm good with my hands, well, now, only my right hand.

Great video man!! This deserves 2 thumbs up

I replaced those bumpers 10 years ago, but I completely forgot how. Thanks for the video

This was great, thanks! The "China" photo made my day.

Thanks for the understandable instructions. I’m a do it yourself we. Will try.

Great instructive video! Thanks! Sure better than removing the whole drum and tub assembly! Question, my pads appear to be fine but maybe they need to be crowned? Mine are still pretty thick but might be flat and the washer is noisy on spin cycle.

Super video instruction!! Thank!

Nothing like watching a video like this after you’ve just bought a new washer. Thanks RU-vid algorithm.

well done video! going into the core of the diagnose and repair. great tips on what to look for and how to maneuver underneath the machine. One of the online parts stores had a video cracking the whole tub down to address the pads....ya no thanks.

Well I guess that's my problem or at least part of it . I watched this video so I pulled it down as you suggested and put some grease on all of the pads . I assembled the machine and it was better so yea I order the pads and get it a try thanks

I just replaced the balance ring on mine, and it helped a lot, but there still a little vibration. This is probably my next step. Thanks for a great video.

What a video, what a wonderful video keep up the good work

that was nice thanks,,, I was actually looking for supention rods but this was intresting

This was a very well done video. I know it will be more challenging, but could this repair be done from the bottom? I am asking because last year I had to replace the springs and took the cabinet apart. In 20 minutes I was done..... then it took me two weeks to get the cabinet back together. It was by far the most difficult part of a DIY repair I have ever done and I have been doing them for 50 years. You could have added so much more information such as: "Folks- this is where the springs should be located" (one of mine broke) "While you have the cabinet opened, give the machine a good once over and check for any other damaged parts. The places to zero in are....." "While you have the cabinet opened, give the machine a good wipe down and cleaning" Not to be forgotten- give credit to the camera person or you would not have a video.

I’ve replaced the suspension rods. Twice. Worked ok for a while. I tried the liquid nails fix. Worked ok for a while longer. Then I came up with a working solution. Pool noodles! Use the smaller diameter ones. Secure one in the middle of each side of the washer from the top down. They will fit a little snug if you have the right size. Duct tape worked well. Then put the lid back on and give it a shot. Initially an imbalanced load may vibrate a few times, but the noodles buffer the shock and the load will stabilize and spin just fine. Works with towels, sheets, clothes no blankets. Fully loaded loads. Problem solved for the cost of 4 pool needles, duct tape and about 30 minutes of your time. 😎

Damn! That was a great video It was straight to the point and very informative. Great job my man

My machine has been dancing for months and I was psyched to fix it after watching this video last week. I ordered a kit from Amazon that included the pads and four springs. A few days ago I heard a pop and now the tub is crooked. This morning, I took it apart and found that all of the springs were intact. The counterbalance spring had pulled through the metal of the chassis. Now what? Totally bummed!

Excellent video. Great details. Thank you.

Thanks for what you've done

Very good video, but I would warn people against cutting the dome tube, as the water level in the machine can very easily be changed by changing the volume of the empty tube.

Thanks a lot for your sharing.

Great video! My 30 y/o washer is a GE WWA 8600 type, still works well, but is starting to slide around when on spin. I'm not sure if it uses the Whirlpool/Kenmore style wear pads. I spent a few hours online trying to research what dampening system it has, and am still not sure. I know I could handle the pad switch out shown in the video, but I'm not sure that's what I'll find inside. The Appliance Pt Pro link did have a model similar to mine, but couldn't tell from the schematics and no wear pads were listed under parts for that model. Still, I did learn a lot from your video.

Very helpful hints. Thanks

Sounds like a radical cam you might find on a nitro methane top fuel dragster too me. I'm going to try and do the same thing to mine and see what she can do. Maybe start with some oversized springs and bigger shocks some 220volts. You know hop her up a bit pressurize the water in , bigger faster drain hose

I see at 9:42 of your video the spring bracket appears to be pretty close to worn thru.

Question the first pad you installed was made in China , was the cheap quality and I saw you had used sand paper. What about the second one and third one where those made from? Looks really nice snap in nicely. Please let us know where to get the first quality pads.

I like the way you hooked the drain hose what did you use ?

Thank you very much!

Thank you for this video. I'll get a kit on Amazon and see if it fixes my issue. I just hope I don't need to dissasemble the whole thing to get to those 3 other suspension pads. My gearcase is also leaking oil and on top of that the machine has sprung a small water leak I suspect might be that fill tube or perhaps the main seal. Aaah the joys of being poor and handy!

Great video I'm going to replace mine

New holes are always better lol 😂

Great video!! Mine is shaking just like yours was. Checked skate plate and it appears to be aligned. Did a visual check on all 3 springs plus larger balance spring in back and they're all connected. This is about the last possibility to blame the shaking on! Do you agree? Tomorrow I'll pick pads at parts store. Sure hope they solve the problem

Great video!

Thanks for you help

Great video!! If those pads look good what wld u look at next? Do those springs go bad?

Very clear, can you do that with Fisher&paykel , thanks 😊

Thank you very much for the info, couldn’t figure it out. Gotta a question would happen to know why the sensing light keeps flashing, won’t let use wash clothes. Any help would be appreciated.

I check my old whirpool washing machine and is exactly like yours but the problem is not the same look as if is inside ,i think is the clutch every time finish spinning the washer stop and move violently. .

Very helpful video, almost the same washer as my Roper. I got mine back together now it leaks so l think l didn't get the fill housing back in the right place. the little ears are partially broken off where they go thru the back sheet metal. Still shakes a little, the wear pads looked fine. any suggestions?

Very useful thank you very much

Thanks 🙏

Nice video

Hi I'm trying to fix my maytag washer that won't spin, I replaced the clutch which kinda helped but it sometimes still won't spin unless I open the lid and give the tub a push I don't spin it I jst push the agitator back an forward a bit then it does spin. I can't figure out whats wrong and would greatly appreciate it if you could give me some ideas of what it might be thanks

Nice video. I could not find the Pads alone, Amazon shows pads and springs as a kit. Do you have a art # just for the Pads?

I love the Trump/ China reference! 😂

My mom have the same washing machine it's leaking water I wanted replace the water pump but I don't know the part number it's also shaking I found a broken spring too also can you help me with the water pump part number???

I replaced the springs, and pads, and the ancient washer worked perfectly quiet, and no walking... for about 2 weeks. Then started shaking, walking, and banging again. Washer is level. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

so does the push start button matter? I have a Roper with a push button...

I checked my pads and they will still on there and looked in good condition. I did notice a band or belt or gasket around the transmission

Good info thanks

The drum in my washing machine is slamming against the panels now. I’m assuming maybe the springs must be blown out.

y not replace the rusty springs, besides the tabs ,while ur there, or they are life time springs? you think

I never get simple machines like this ugh 😩😫 lol 😆

Does it work for a 5 year old whirlpool washer? The components underneath my washer looks totally different.

I entered Old whirlpool, and got my machine! Noticed my tabs on the lower frame were bent. I had problems with this before. My pads are good. Could the shaft be bent from a serious overload?

Let the weight of the tub snap them into place. Once down on the floor, push down on tub until it snaps into place.

Very informative

Awsome job,love this video