1983 Whirlpool

[wrenchmaster]

I now have a leak I need to solve.

It looks like the rubber grommet between the tank and the button trap is leaking.
How difficult is it to replace this or remove silicone seal it?

 

[DADoES]

Requires disassembly of pulling the spin basket and outer tub to access that tub outlet hose, as it's called. The outlet port "boss" of the tub sits upon and compresses the upper flange of the outlet hose.
P/N 93553.

 

[wrenchmaster]

I think I'll give it a try.

Do I need a spanner wrench to remove the drum or can I use a push and hammer?

 

[phillymatt53]

Requires disassembly of pulling the spin basket and outer tub to access that tub outlet hose, as it's called. The outlet port "boss" of the tub sits upon and compresses the upper flange of the outlet hose.
P/N 93553.

I'd put a ring of silicone caulk around the bottom of that hose flange to make sure it won't leak again.
I don't trust those dry, pressure-fit designs.
Like my Kitchenaid dishwasher had that style of hose coupling, which started leaking last year.
Some hi-temp gasket sealer - voila, no more leaks.

 

[wrenchmaster]

That sounds like a great idea.

Should I apply sealant to both surfaces that come in contact with the bowl and the base?

 

[phillymatt53]

That sounds like a great idea.

Should I apply sealant to both surfaces that come in contact with the bowl and the base?

Just a small ring of sealer around the base opening so that when the hose flange is slipped in, its flange presses down on the sealant.

 

[wrenchmaster]

Got it!

Do you have any tips on how to pull the agitator off the drive shaft?

 

[phillymatt53]

Got it!

Do you have any tips on how to pull the agitator off the drive shaft?

Not sure, perhaps someone else here can help with that.
A model number would help, along with what agitator it uses (photos?)