Changing a Maytag tub bearing and seal: A how to...

[potatochips]

Ben, I agree whole heartedly. Ive been lurking since 2006, and had two user names. This was such an amazing time for how toos and helping everyone. Lots and lots of, as you said, buzz. Amazing buzz. The golden age of this forum. 

 

[robbinsandmyers]

What happened to Drew?

 

[revvinkevin]

Andy is in Northern California and working as an appliance repair tech, as before. He is in a relationship, if not married by now and doing well. Life keeps him busy and unfortunately, very rarely, if ever, checks in here. 

 

[washoholic]

Is the tub seal universal for all older belt drive Maytags?

Would any Maytag tub seal work in a 1960 Maytag 126?

Thanks

Jeff

 

[qsd-dan]

Would any Maytag tub seal work in a 1960 Maytag 126?

Yes

 

[washoholic]

You’re Awesome Dan!!!

That’s EXACTLY what I wanted to know.

Jeff

 

[braniff720]

Photos missing

I found this tutorial (much to my delight) and ordered all the parts from the parts list provided a few weeks ago. I have all the parts and now return, and all the pics are gone.....I'd love to save my avacado a806. Is there another place I might find the pics? Thanks

 

[repairguy]

They may be back in several days. The site just experienced a major crash and just came back online this afternoon.

 

[jr2712]

Oval thing in tub cover???

I was wondering what is the oval shaped thing in the tub cover? It's visible in replies #29 and 30. Is that a clear plastic lens for a tub lamp?

 

[DADoES]

 
Tub light, yes.

 

[jr2712]

Thank you Glenn. Where could I find a wiring diagram to add a light?

 

[DADoES]

 
Only models 806 and 906 had a tub light in the '06 series.

Earlier models are A700 and A702, A160, A900, A902.

It turns on as designed when the lid is open and the timer knob is pulled out.  The tub light is available for loading by pulling the timer out presumably even at a cycle Off position.  The lid could be left open without the tub light with the timer pushed in.  It requires a different lid switch (double-pole, single-throw) and presumably the timer to have a wiring terminal for it, although something could be rigged-up to operate it manually.

 

[jr2712]

Thank you again Glenn for clarifying it to me! Greetings