Hi all:
This might be a bit long, so bear with me. I think my Kenmore-branded Frigemore front loader is starting to fail. It still works fine but has developed a very loud, roaring spin. No thumping or banging, just a very loud roar. I'm wondering whether the bearing is starting to give out.
The washer is 11 years old, so it has lasted pretty well, considering what I have read about these machines. Even so, I would be unhappy to part with it because I have liked it so much. They aren't made anymore, so getting another one like it is out of the question, and I'm not inclined to spend $800+ for a new, current machine that probably won't work as well and won't last as long. So my question is whether I should try to fix it.
Apparently, to replace the bearing, you have to buy the outer tub assembly with the bearing built in. I have seen them available for about $300. I watched a repair video, which shows how to do it step by step. It looks straightforward, but I have never attempted a repair like this before, so I'm not sure whether it's something I should try, since it involves taking everything apart and then putting it all back together. I'm afraid I'll puncture something or break something in the process.
Any advice on whether I should think about doing this or let it go? If I could be able to keep this machine going for another 11 years for $300, I would be very happy. Also, if anyone thinks the problem might be caused by something else, I would be grateful to know that as well.
Thanks.
This might be a bit long, so bear with me. I think my Kenmore-branded Frigemore front loader is starting to fail. It still works fine but has developed a very loud, roaring spin. No thumping or banging, just a very loud roar. I'm wondering whether the bearing is starting to give out.
The washer is 11 years old, so it has lasted pretty well, considering what I have read about these machines. Even so, I would be unhappy to part with it because I have liked it so much. They aren't made anymore, so getting another one like it is out of the question, and I'm not inclined to spend $800+ for a new, current machine that probably won't work as well and won't last as long. So my question is whether I should try to fix it.
Apparently, to replace the bearing, you have to buy the outer tub assembly with the bearing built in. I have seen them available for about $300. I watched a repair video, which shows how to do it step by step. It looks straightforward, but I have never attempted a repair like this before, so I'm not sure whether it's something I should try, since it involves taking everything apart and then putting it all back together. I'm afraid I'll puncture something or break something in the process.
Any advice on whether I should think about doing this or let it go? If I could be able to keep this machine going for another 11 years for $300, I would be very happy. Also, if anyone thinks the problem might be caused by something else, I would be grateful to know that as well.
Thanks.
