How hard is it to replace a noisy Maytag tub bearing?

[woodjack99]

When one of my machines spins, it sounds like a freight train and I'm told that's probably due to the bearings. My local Maytag guy thinks it's "too old," but I absolutely refuse to get rid of it no matter what happens. How complicated would it be to do myself or have someone handy who I know do it?

 

[qsd-dan]

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

Recently, Dan wanted me to show him the steps on changing a Maytag Dependable Care platform tub bearing and seal on his HA806 that I gave him. What we here at the shop call a 'stem and boot job'. There has been interest expressed on my possibly sharing that with all of you. In the interests of...

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[norgeway]

EASY!

Lay it down, take off the belts turn the center unit off it unscrews pull out the old bearing put in a new one screw the brake back on put on the belts..your done.

 

[qsd-dan]

Before you dive in, post a video if the noise. It could be the radial bearing or something else.