Thank for this video. I was able to replace those suspension rods all by myself. Best part was I didn't break or scratch my nails doing it. I trick I used was to wrap a ratchet strap around the tub. Then, I hooked one of those black rubber bungee through it. Mine was long, so I wrapped it around the strap so it could lift the tub. Alone hook I attached to the top of the frame and the other end I attached to the bottom. I moved it around on each corner. This helped to keep the tub in position when I leaned the machine over to access the underneath. Kind of glad my husband wasn't here to help. Especially when I forgot to put the drain hose back in the pipe. I ran a load and made a huge mess. I had it right the first time, but then the hose connections were leaking, so I pulled it out to put new Teflon tape and gaskets in the hose connections. Now the floors are nice and clean.
I want to share my remedy too. I’m not in the business anymore but I will probably again. I like your site because the way you work is like me too. So I used a hook pick or needle nose to carefull remove the spongey grip inside. The problem is, the rod is wearing away the inside of the spongy grip . Then, I cut the spongey grip with a razor. Removed it. With scissors, I removed more bit by bit, until I could wrap it tightly around the rod again. Then Inwrapped it once and a half with self adhesive tape. For me it’s worked like a charm. I had one failure though. I never knew why because the customer tried to replace with new ones before contacting me. I just finished installing her new rods without ever seeing the old ones I repaired. All other rods to my knowledge are still going.
9:47 the damaged part of the tub is dug into the metal frame in the back keeping the tub off balance. It happened to mind,thanks for the clear video showing how the rods are supposed to be.
Dampener/friction grease ,Nyogel 767A from NYE lubricants Inc. Same stuff they use on video game controllers. They've got other products similar too, wide range. I would say fill that plastic capping with it and work it up the wire rod and into the fitting at the top as best you can. Just did a repair on our machine at home and it is working really well thus far. Cheers
I took mine apart. I bought from amazon some brass shim material. (verry cheap) I lined the entire hole with brass shim. Then I slid my rubber into what is now a smaller tighter hole.
THE TRUTH: Everyone is focused on making the capsule grip the rod tighter to reduce the shaking, This can help, but it is not the solution. The reason these rods work to stop the shaking is that there is a special grease that has been applied to the rod where the capsule moves. This grease has the viscosity of honey. It is thick and it is sticky. The capsule must move through this grease, and when it does, its motion is considerably slowed. This is what prevents the shaking from happening and dampens the oscillations that would otherwise occur. The bottom line is that if the capsule is in good shape, or can be repaired even with a solid substance or solid replacement, applying the grease to the rod in the area it moves through is the long term fix. If replacing the rods, also apply this grease if it is not already present on the new rods. This grease is synthetic damping grease lubricant. It isn't cheap, but you don't need much for 4 rods. I found it sold on Amazon for about $10. You get 2 10 gram tubes. If you are doing lots of repairs, you can buy a 50 gram tube for $26.
I have done a little research on this subject. I ordered some 1/4” … 2 piece screw on clamps. Not sure what they are called. If/when I get back into appliances, I intend to try them around the top part of the piece that slides up and down a little. Have heard of very good long term results. good results
Suspension rods. Yeah, I’ve been there. About a year ago. Had a customer with a whirlpool modular machine just like that one shaking violently when it began to spin. 8999 after consulting with several other tech pros, they all seem to think that replacing the rods was a good idea. So I did. Guess what kept on shaking. Just about the same. So I. Wouldn’t call that a cure all for each and every case. There’s been some talk about weighing the basket. Apparently there was a certain amount of water sealed into the upper ring of the basket and the loss of some of it can affect stability of the wash basket while it spins. Needless to say, I’m a little bit gun shy about approaching one of those jobs again
The safety pin works the beat..but i wrap mine around rod real tight instead of pushing it threw bottom plastic..i proba ly done a 100 of them now..no call backs..
I've seen one person mention this, and this probably never gets mentioned, but does white lithium grease also have a role to play in this as well? I saw someone else commenting that another thick sticky grease is used to help slow the motion of the cap. Can someone elaborate more on this, please?
The problem I have with this is that when the clothes are in the tub and or water shouldn't the weight keep the parts hold the pieces together or is it only as it pertains to the spin cycle when water is drained but has a considerable amount of wet clothes in it?
When you need to buy parts where do you buy them? And Like this part (Replacement W11397111 Wash plate For Whirlpool) This one is $100 then there is one for $59 there are so many to choose from at all different prices.
Ive tried rigged rod remedy's some of THEM worked some didnt Ive put brand new ONES in and it still shook. But you do have to recalibrate these machines after without anything in them its like a reset for the machine after replacing parts
The question is, if the tub ring on top is damage, there is no remedy? And I found mine a little loose, so put 3 screw in the little holes that connect to the tub. Can send picture if you have an an email
@@jamestolentino2448 The setup indicated in the video works wonderfully. As for the cylinder cover, due to the violent movement it experienced, it broke the clamps it had on the cylinder. My solution was to use three small screws in three of the four holes it has on top, and problem solved.
@@DidYouKnow... Sir good evening here in the Philippines thanks for your response can you send the pictures to where you put the small screws nice meeting you
Yes correct, but what passes over most people heads is that the cap needs to be compressed against the rod, providing some kind of friction, this friction helps slow the rapid up and down movement on the springs.
isn’t this a bit temporary? a fews loads later the friction would make surfaces smooth again. for eg a car suspension is damped in oil or something right?
I have been told dampening grease works. Am thinking of trying some of it. Also thinking about 2 other ways, foam replacement and or 1/4” double split clamps.
@@nicholas8479I think the amount of wear on the foam would determine if dampening grease would work. Now I am thinking about putting some aluminum siding pieces between the foam and the housing to make the foam have more even grip on the rod. That along with some dampening g grease.
@@rickeykeeton4770 As a thought experiment, sometimes it helps to think about what would happen at the extremes. What would happen if the foam was removed? What would happen if it was replaced with a solid connection? Of course, we want something in the middle. Some dampening. But how much? It would be cool to be able to dial in varying amounts of dampening and see how the machine reacts.
The shaking comes from the inner basket sealed compartments have flooded with water. Remove the basket and you will find it is full of water. It is not able to balance in that situation. I have removed basket and drilled drain holes but this affects your water level sensing
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Love your videos, the video on how to replace suspension rods got my washer going again.
Glad you enjoy the channel! Great job fixing your machine as well!
Thank for this video. I was able to replace those suspension rods all by myself. Best part was I didn't break or scratch my nails doing it.
I trick I used was to wrap a ratchet strap around the tub. Then, I hooked one of those black rubber bungee through it. Mine was long, so I wrapped it around the strap so it could lift the tub. Alone hook I attached to the top of the frame and the other end I attached to the bottom. I moved it around on each corner. This helped to keep the tub in position when I leaned the machine over to access the underneath.
Kind of glad my husband wasn't here to help. Especially when I forgot to put the drain hose back in the pipe. I ran a load and made a huge mess. I had it right the first time, but then the hose connections were leaking, so I pulled it out to put new Teflon tape and gaskets in the hose connections. Now the floors are nice and clean.
That's awesome! Great work on fixing your machine by yourself!
I want to share my remedy too. I’m not in the business anymore but I will probably again.
I like your site because the way you work is like me too.
So I used a hook pick or needle nose to carefull remove the spongey grip inside.
The problem is, the rod is wearing away the inside of the spongy grip .
Then, I cut the spongey grip with a razor. Removed it. With scissors, I removed more bit by bit, until I could wrap it tightly around the rod again.
Then Inwrapped it once and a half with self adhesive tape.
For me it’s worked like a charm. I had one failure though. I never knew why because the customer tried to replace with new ones before contacting me.
I just finished installing her new rods without ever seeing the old ones I repaired.
All other rods to my knowledge are still going.
Thanks for sharing. Maybe I will give this a shot when I have some free time. New ideas are always welcome!
Illdoc, I don't understand what you did. Could you explain it a different way? Did you reuse the spongy part?
9:47 the damaged part of the tub is dug into the metal frame in the back keeping the tub off balance. It happened to mind,thanks for the clear video showing how the rods are supposed to be.
Dampener/friction grease ,Nyogel 767A from NYE lubricants Inc. Same stuff they use on video game controllers. They've got other products similar too, wide range. I would say fill that plastic capping with it and work it up the wire rod and into the fitting at the top as best you can. Just did a repair on our machine at home and it is working really well thus far. Cheers
Yes, I recently discovered this as well. I hope to make a video on this procedure!
I took mine apart. I bought from amazon some brass shim material. (verry cheap) I lined the entire hole with brass shim. Then I slid my rubber into what is now a smaller tighter hole.
Why does this sound dirty to me🤷
i just bought new suspension rods and installed them. Not gonna mess around with a band aide.
Right on!
The foam piece is worn out, which makes the spring slide up and down without friction. The foam is inside the plastic body he popped the top off of.
THE TRUTH: Everyone is focused on making the capsule grip the rod tighter to reduce the shaking, This can help, but it is not the solution. The reason these rods work to stop the shaking is that there is a special grease that has been applied to the rod where the capsule moves. This grease has the viscosity of honey. It is thick and it is sticky. The capsule must move through this grease, and when it does, its motion is considerably slowed. This is what prevents the shaking from happening and dampens the oscillations that would otherwise occur. The bottom line is that if the capsule is in good shape, or can be repaired even with a solid substance or solid replacement, applying the grease to the rod in the area it moves through is the long term fix. If replacing the rods, also apply this grease if it is not already present on the new rods. This grease is synthetic damping grease lubricant. It isn't cheap, but you don't need much for 4 rods. I found it sold on Amazon for about $10. You get 2 10 gram tubes. If you are doing lots of repairs, you can buy a 50 gram tube for $26.
You are right. I will try to make a video on this procedure as well!
Nyogel 767A is the name of the grease.
@nickx8411 ok, cool, I see people using white lithium grease, is that the same thing too?
I have done a little research on this subject. I ordered some 1/4” … 2 piece screw on clamps. Not sure what they are called.
If/when I get back into appliances, I intend to try them around the top part of the piece that slides up and down a little.
Have heard of very good long term results. good results
Cant you just put a small hose clamp around the pipe above the the plastic piece?
Suspension rods. Yeah, I’ve been there. About a year ago. Had a customer with a whirlpool modular machine just like that one shaking violently when it began to spin. 8999 after consulting with several other tech pros, they all seem to think that replacing the rods was a good idea. So I did. Guess what kept on shaking. Just about the same. So I. Wouldn’t call that a cure all for each and every case. There’s been some talk about weighing the basket. Apparently there was a certain amount of water sealed into the upper ring of the basket and the loss of some of it can affect stability of the wash basket while it spins. Needless to say, I’m a little bit gun shy about approaching one of those jobs again
Your videos help me a lot. Thanks
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Hi. That's awesome! Your welcome!
Have a two year old hotpoint top load gets out of balance and banging under warranty hopefully this is the remedy
Very nice good job exalanta work 🎉🌹💞wonderfull exapilan 👍👌😍🙏🙏
The safety pin works the beat..but i wrap mine around rod real tight instead of pushing it threw bottom plastic..i proba ly done a 100 of them now..no call backs..
I've seen one person mention this, and this probably never gets mentioned, but does white lithium grease also have a role to play in this as well? I saw someone else commenting that another thick sticky grease is used to help slow the motion of the cap. Can someone elaborate more on this, please?
White lithium grease cannot be used. You need to use dampening grease
i love it thank you going to fix my washing machine .....
Samsung top loaders too! 👍
The problem I have with this is that when the clothes are in the tub and or water shouldn't the weight keep the parts hold the pieces together or is it only as it pertains to the spin cycle when water is drained but has a considerable amount of wet clothes in it?
When you need to buy parts where do you buy them? And Like this part (Replacement W11397111 Wash plate For Whirlpool) This one is $100 then there is one for $59 there are so many to choose from at all different prices.
I usually buy from Amazon but Appliance parts pros is good as well
Ive tried rigged rod remedy's some of THEM worked some didnt Ive put brand new ONES in and it still shook. But you do have to recalibrate these machines after without anything in them its like a reset for the machine after replacing parts
Thanks alot bro
Hello do you know the model # of this machine?
The question is, if the tub ring on top is damage, there is no remedy? And I found mine a little loose, so put 3 screw in the little holes that connect to the tub. Can send picture if you have an an email
Sir thank you for sharing remedy is it work the violent shaking resolved? Can you send me your remedy because i have the same problem thank you
@@jamestolentino2448 The setup indicated in the video works wonderfully. As for the cylinder cover, due to the violent movement it experienced, it broke the clamps it had on the cylinder. My solution was to use three small screws in three of the four holes it has on top, and problem solved.
@@DidYouKnow... Sir good evening here in the Philippines thanks for your response can you send the pictures to where you put the small screws nice meeting you
@jamestolentino2448 i can't here. Let me your email, and I'll send it to you
The top cap is compressed by the tobs weight. It not going to move off the spring.
Yes correct, but what passes over most people heads is that the cap needs to be compressed against the rod, providing some kind of friction, this friction helps slow the rapid up and down movement on the springs.
Remove the top glue Styrofoam at top against the walls 1-1/2" helps the tube not bang and break the shocks
isn’t this a bit temporary? a fews loads later the friction would make surfaces smooth again. for eg a car suspension is damped in oil or something right?
Yes I am in the process of making a better solution that involves replacing the foam inserts and reapplying dampening grease. Video to come soon!
What do you think if I put some type of epoxy glue on it?
Don't think that will work
I have been told dampening grease works.
Am thinking of trying some of it.
Also thinking about 2 other ways, foam replacement and or 1/4” double split clamps.
@@rickeykeeton4770...me too. Try damping grease.
@@nicholas8479I think the amount of wear on the foam would determine if dampening grease would work.
Now I am thinking about putting some aluminum siding pieces between the foam and the housing to make the foam have more even grip on the rod.
That along with some dampening g grease.
@@rickeykeeton4770 As a thought experiment, sometimes it helps to think about what would happen at the extremes.
What would happen if the foam was removed? What would happen if it was replaced with a solid connection?
Of course, we want something in the middle. Some dampening. But how much?
It would be cool to be able to dial in varying amounts of dampening and see how the machine reacts.
how to open it bro
No funciona trabajando solo por un corto tiempo y luego empieza a dar el mismo problema
Safety pins never going to hold long.
The shaking comes from the inner basket sealed compartments have flooded with water. Remove the basket and you will find it is full of water. It is not able to balance in that situation. I have removed basket and drilled drain holes but this affects your water level sensing
Wow now if you only bothered to show where that part came from any of this might actually be helpful.
Brother I can show you the best way to repair that Shock absorbers, can’t name what are you doing, problem solve the way I do it …
Can you show me?
Huh?
@@OvelNick I think ole Google translate failed him there,lol,i dont understand it either.
How is that? Interested
I just need to unplug 0:21 the power first right, nothing else?