Recent content by okjay

Repair Complete, 39 Year Old Washer back in Service As John suggested, I rechecked the belt and loosened it a bit. Manually turned the main pulley to walk the machine thru a few rotations. All looked good, so I made connections and ran it thru a cycle. There was a bit of a "clack - clack"...

Belt Tension Hi John, Thank you for the info on the belt. I will double check tension and may slacken it a bit. Definitely do NOT want a burned out motor! It is supposed to deflect about 1/2", right? The Spin Cam Bar seems to come very close to the motor, when it is all the way back. I...

Inverted Photos Insight - THANKS! Kenmore Repair Progress. Hello All, Thanks DADoES for your insight regarding the inverted photos! Guess I'll try inverting them on my outdated PC software, BEFORE sending next time. Maybe they'll come out right on the post - Hah, Hah!!! Hey DADoES, are...

Progress Update & More Pics Hello All, Thank you Dominic & John for your replies!!! The washer was placed up on 4"x10" wood blocks, motor was removed, water pump was removed (see pics). This helped quite a bit with access & comfort. The motor and pump were both cleaned up. Back flush of pump...

Hello All, Came across your Forum while researching for this repair. This is an impressive pool of knowledge & I'd appreciate some assistance! So, let me fill you in on what's going on... Bought matched pair of washer & dryer new in 1985. Been good work horses for 39 years! See pictures for...