That sure looks like its a build up on top of the spline and not wear.
I'd soak it with PB Blaster and go at it with a wire brush to see if it comes off.
I don't think you have much to loose.
You might want to fit a plastice garbage bag to the bottom of the drum to catch the residue.
It looks like some versions of this machine have been around for year or two as Kenmores and Maytags and Whirlpools.
The ones with the autofil feature seem to have mixed reviews and I see yours does not have that feature.
I have also seen comments on long cycle times.
Have you noticed that the...
There are two similar Maytags. both with the 7.0 cu. ft. dr
I have been surprised at how effective the less expensive temperature controlled cycle has been on my Maytag. I usually set it slightly to the less dry side of the efficency setting, and things have been coming out just right.
I think...
I just got one of the Maytag version of that dryer a coulpe of weeks ago at the Home Depot sale. For $250 delivered I couldn't be happier.
There was no problem drying a queen sized down comforter in it.
With the motor going thru all of those reversals I'd wait a while and see how durable they are before I bought one.
It seems like there is a great opportunity for expensive electrical widgets to need replacing.
The A100 model number on the back of machine equates to model 125 from what I've read on line, but there is a single toggle switch on the "dashboard" for water temp which is consistent with descriptions of 123.
I was afraid someone might ask for pics.
Old washing machines and vacuum tube radios I can usually make work, but my broken digital camera takes me out of my league.
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Runs well(used weekly)
Cosmetically fair to good
Located in Shelton CT
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