billythekid
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So to replace the Maytag LAT8214AAE I bought new in May 1994, I'm restoring a Maytag Dependable Care washer, LAT4916AAE, build date 12/97. Today, I've discovered (finally, took maybe 30 loads) that the machine will, under a certain loading and random imbalance, move a couple inches in the spin cycle. I've inspected and lubed the vibration pads early on in the resto, the machine is properly leveled, and the leveling pads appear undamaged (no splits, etc). I've also noticed that the out-of-balanced kill switch works, so apparently somewhere between an imbalance that trips the switch and no machine movement, there exists a sweet spot. Knowing this and in the interest of stopping the movement, I've got a few questions: a) the leveling pads, are these an item that get hard with age and should be replaced? b) if the pads Sellers make a killing on them, lol. c) if not the rubber feet, what else to look for? Thanks in advance.