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It depends what model you have. Does your machine have a water level selector on it or is it completely automatic fill sensing? On the WTW4800 I have/had, those two quick spins at the start of any cycle selection are just a formality, because they use the same control board across all versions...

Here we go with the misinformation right off the bat...

Exactly what johnb300m said. To say that the two designs are exactly the same just "because they can turn back and forth" is foolish. The two motors are entirely different devices with entirely different capabilities. The single-phase motor in the VMW operates at set speeds. The BPM...

And here is a video of a flagship model Oasis machine with the recirculation pump and direct drive BPM motor. Skip to about 26:00 for the start of the agitation if so desired. Note how the agitation changes frequently throughout the wash portion. Here's another with a full heavy load of...

And no RevvinKevin, I'm sorry, but by combo52's logic, that's the same as having a Dodge Charger SE sitting side by side with a Charger SRT HellCat, and saying that there's no difference in performance because "they both have engines and wheels". It makes no sense. Seeing the VMW operating next...

I always feel it would be easier to explain these things if I had a presentation board and a pointing stick, haha. I do have to agree with Henrik and respectfully disagree with John. Yes, the two designs have full theoretical range of motion, but the behavior of the two drive systems are...

Wait...SQ dryers don't have removable lint filters?? Oh my....

That makes sense, though it also seems to cannibalize the higher-end machines that actually work well, which is what has caused problems with WP's three HE TL designs. The Oasis, VMW, and VMAX designs are all labeled Cabrio, Bravos, and Oasis, so no wonder there's so much confusion between the...

The same way KitchenAid marketed their DirectDrive Superba top-loaders back in the day. They were mechanically identical to any old Whirlpool or Kenmore DD, but an entirely different animal because of a higher quality GoldSeal three-speed motor, more effective agitator, a slightly altered (and...

Except that the models with the agipeller and the low-end Cabrios like vacerator's aren't even the same machines under the hood as the flagships such as the MVWB955 or 855, or the WP 8500. So, more like a lion in comparison, also with lipstick and a nice dress. Honestly, a quick search of the...

The lid lock has always been in the center on these MOL and TOL machines since the original Oasis. The latch was only off to the right on low end models. Unless they're now changing the low ends to have that same latching system, then you'd be right. But so far the low ends still use the VMW...

They're such gorgeous machines, especially the flagship low-profile wash plate design. That black chrome look is beautiful, so long as it holds its shine with age. I love the design refresh of the shape of the control panel and where the lid meets the cabinet. Very sleek and minimal. But my...

I'm impressed with this GE more now with the good lighting in this video. It seems to have very well-placed and powerful jets. The X-arms they use look to me like some kind of ninja katana, haha. I definitely see the improvement of you switching out for the S-shaped upper arm though. The jets...

It seems, from what I've seen, to be a "feature" found only on mechanical dial machines. I guess it was a way manufacturers could add one more bullet point to the feature list for BOL machines even though it was just the point on the dial for the heated dry cycle. It's rarely, if ever, found on...

I couldn't resist any longer!!!!! In order of photos: I took the opportunity to clean and vacuum and sort through everything on the shelves, which explains why it's so barren. I moved the Bravos into the guest room for now. Its feet are clean and there's no way water could drip since the drain...

Those pesky LG and Samsung boards still at it with the spontaneous combustion. ;)

Thanks everyone. I've been on Cloud Nine since last night. It definitely brought back memories and a few tears. :) Ironically, Yogi, I intentionally left the grease that was around the motor for that reason. It slides back and forth perfectly though I did tighten the bolts slightly because it...

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Some photos afterwards...

After over a week of cussing, she's back. Maybe not in her original glory, but I did my best to bring her damn close to it. For starters, I got the transmission and like I posted in the old thread, it came intact with the suspension frame and brake assembly all together. So, easy swap right...