I've done this job
Hi Jay,
I have an old Speed Queen HA7001L washer from 1983. Within the last year I replaced the brake pads and they are exactly the same as yours. My model was made by Raytheon which manufactured the Amana machines as well. I didn't take the motor or pump out - BUT I did take the top and sides off of the washer to get at the brake pads. It was a dirty, messy job but not too bad. I used a 5/16 ratchet to get the old brake pads off. There's only one screw holding them in. The brake ring that the pads go in between is spring loaded. I took the old pad out, applied the silicone grease (available from PartStore.com), installed the new rubber grommet in the hole of the brake pad, then installed the brake pad and secured it with the screw. Be careful NOT to tighten the screws too tight! They will break off in the casting! I did just that to one of the screws in the back and I had to settle with two brake pads as I didn't want to tear the whole machine down - yet! That will eventually happen but not 'til the indexing problem starts again. So far, it's been working well no indexing and the brakes bring the spinning tub to a stop within seconds. Hope this helps! - Mike
