How To Revive an Old Whirlpool Washer: Lid Switch Repair & More

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  • Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
  • Revive your old Whirlpool washing machine with this professional repair. Watch as I skillfully repair a shorted-out lid switch, meticulously disassemble the unit, and thoroughly pressure wash every component. Discover my innovative technique for fixing a rusted bleach dispenser using paintable caulk, transforming this appliance into a desirable purchase. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and appliance repair buffs!
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Комментарии • 52

  • @thedarkphire33
    @thedarkphire33 5 месяцев назад +1

    I do washer and dryer repair for a living for normal work and sidework. And I will say the fix, Clean, and flip business has been very good side money. Those old whirlpool direct drive styles are some of the best home machines ever. They are actually my best selling machines.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  5 месяцев назад +1

      Mine too. But they are getting harder and harder to get. Thanks for watching!

  • @rickeykeeton4770
    @rickeykeeton4770 3 месяца назад +1

    Glad you did not get shocked when feeling for the lid switch especially with the damaged wires.
    t least that is what I thought you were doing, feeling for the type that attaches at the left rear of washer.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  3 месяца назад

      Yeah, I do stupid stuff sometimes! Thanks for watching!

  • @josephcarreoniii6434
    @josephcarreoniii6434 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for sharing your video. It was great. I'm just a diy person for some things. I'm learning from you.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Well, I’m glad you’re getting something out of my videos. Thanks for watching!

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Well, I’m glad you’re getting something from watching my videos. Thanks for watching!

  • @eldoradoboy
    @eldoradoboy 10 месяцев назад +1

    thats always a great fix.. you can sell a new machine, haul offthe old one and fix it with minimal parts and then sell that one.. esp if you have a slow servicer call day or two to work on it where you arent wasting service hour l;abor to build up a used machine.. cool stuff love it!!

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Very true! That happens more than one would expect too. Thanks for watching!

  • @melrosefrancis4415
    @melrosefrancis4415 6 месяцев назад +1

    Beautifully done

  • @imagelawnservice1348
    @imagelawnservice1348 10 месяцев назад +2

    painting it was the part i was waiting to see 😏

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Haha! That clip was so boring! Thanks for watching!

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Here's a link to the paint if you need it. amzn.to/4a0A6Et

  • @MrMultitool
    @MrMultitool 10 месяцев назад +1

    Good job Chip

  • @jerryspann8713
    @jerryspann8713 10 месяцев назад +1

    Just picked up a Whirlpool direct drive washer and it makes a clicking bumping sound when spinning. It doesn't shake, just kind of click bump. I believe it is the spin gear. The one that comes with the neutral drain kit.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      That’s great! Keep us informed on your restoration and thanks for watching!

  • @springpan
    @springpan 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the video!
    Can you please let us know what type of paint you're using?
    I would have liked to see that part as well.
    Cheers!
    🍺

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Sure. Here is a link to it amzn.to/4a0A6Et. You can get it anywhere they sell spray cans too. Thanks for watching!

  • @wolverinepyro2233
    @wolverinepyro2233 10 месяцев назад +1

    Enjoyed your video chip. How much did you end up getting for that nice direct drive?

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад +1

      I sell them for $225 plus the sales tax in this part of the country. I like to make friends, not money! Thanks for watching!

  • @rickeykeeton4770
    @rickeykeeton4770 3 месяца назад +1

    What is the purpose of the plastic piece and metal piece under the agitator and around the drive shaft?
    I have two that do not have them.
    They seem to agitate just fine.
    Are they all supposed to have them?
    I think this is the first time that I can remember these not having them.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  3 месяца назад

      Those have always been a mystery to me too. Machines seem to function just fine without them. I have been meaning to research that for a long time. Perhaps I’ll do that today if I have time. Thanks for watching!

  • @melrosefrancis4415
    @melrosefrancis4415 6 месяцев назад +1

    If only I could get the parts for my whirlpool

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  6 месяцев назад

      Most parts are available online. Thanks for watching!

  • @rickeykeeton4770
    @rickeykeeton4770 3 месяца назад +1

    At about 38 minutes, did the dogs skip once?
    If so, does that indicate the top part of agitator is wearing?

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  3 месяца назад

      Yeah, they do skip there. I think once they loosen up they all begin to function better but the top piece does wear enough to cause slippage.

  • @dashlamb9318
    @dashlamb9318 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for your video. Enjoyed meeting Wally. He, where is a good place to buy parts that don't cost an arm, leg, and one's first male child?

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  9 месяцев назад

      I source my parts from many different places. I will shop around for the best deals. I use Repair Clinic, Marcone, Virginia Service Supply, Appliance Parts Pros, Appliance Parts 365, Parts Dr. and I use Amazon a lot because I get free shipping with them. It's always best to be registered as a business in your State and get your tax exemption for resellers that you can share with these companies to avoid sales tax due to it being collected when you resell it to your customers. It really adds up after awhile. I also use an American Express card that gives me 5% cash back on purchases that usually adds up anywhere from 60 to 120 dollars a month in cash back depending on how many parts I order. Thanks for watching!

  • @melrosefrancis4415
    @melrosefrancis4415 2 месяца назад +1

    Mr Knowles my whirlpool is leaking when it washes but will not spin out all the water what you think is wrong

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  2 месяца назад

      I think one of your seals is leaking on the clutch causing it to slip. Thanks for watching!

  • @milo9422
    @milo9422 7 месяцев назад +1

    Did you move? Love all your content!!!

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  7 месяцев назад

      Yes, Mr. Harper passed away in August and I moved to my shop in town in September. I'm glad you like my videos and thanks for watching them! If you search through the net I published in September-October you can see the move.

  • @elegant6066
    @elegant6066 10 месяцев назад +1

    Fantastic upload. Could you please tell me where I may get that type of Spanner so I can remove the tub from my old Kitchenaid top load washer? Does one size fit all Whirlpool? I really liked this great upload. Cheers from S. CA Oh, I looked at HomeDepot and Harbor frieght, they dont show any of this type you are using.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад +1

      Here is a link for that wrench: amzn.to/3uTatWk

    • @elegant6066
      @elegant6066 10 месяцев назад +1

      ​@HarperandKnowles Oh, thank you for such a quick response. Where can I get a new drive block for KAWE 760W WH3 Kitchenaid.
      In the past, I have left comments and requests for parts. In looking back on your channel it shows you replied but, the info was not there anymore. Just dots. Odd? I hope these links you have provided will stay up 'till I am ready to order. Again, much gratitude.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад +1

      Try this link 389140 Exactly fits WHIRLPOOL WASHER DRIVE BLOCK REPLACEMENT (1) a.co/d/7ab9N56

    • @elegant6066
      @elegant6066 10 месяцев назад +1

      ​@HarperandKnowles G'day. Thank you again. If I come across a lot of rust and it is seized, what do you recommend using to loosen, to remove tub. Oh, if I find that it is leaking (small) on one of the shaft seals, is there some rubber type caulking to put over the seals?
      Cheers❤

  • @melrosefrancis4415
    @melrosefrancis4415 6 месяцев назад +1

    I wish yu people was living in Jamaica my pool machine is not spinning out and now not taking in water what can I do

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  6 месяцев назад

      It could be the clutch and the water inlet valve. Thanks for watching!

  • @rickeykeeton4770
    @rickeykeeton4770 3 месяца назад +1

    At about 26 minutes, the tub looks like it has more black than before you washed it.
    What happened?
    Makes me think of one U just had to clean a few days ago.
    I spent t a few hours having to scrape whatever it was off.
    It was so bad, I had to clear just about all the holes in the tub.
    Never came across one like mine was.
    Not sure what it was.
    Now that I think about it, not sure if I scraped most of it off or got it off with drill and wire brush.
    I think I s raped most of them finished with drill

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  3 месяца назад

      I turned it upside down and you can’t see the light through the holes. At least I think that’s what you’re seeing. It’s the same tub.

  • @KevinLoscar-d8x
    @KevinLoscar-d8x 6 месяцев назад +1

    I picked one up and it's really nasty, someone washed their dog blankets and there's hair sticking to the outer tub and inner tub plus dog hair inside the pump.

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  6 месяцев назад +1

      Awe, that’s just dog hair! It’ll clean up just fine. Thanks for watching!

    • @KevinLoscar-d8x
      @KevinLoscar-d8x 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@HarperandKnowles welcome!

  • @tonygresham2634
    @tonygresham2634 10 месяцев назад +1

    Bleach is why it rusted

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  10 месяцев назад

      Yeah. If they only made porcelain coated cabinet tops again that wouldn’t happen. Thanks for watching!

  • @leroydalton173
    @leroydalton173 8 месяцев назад +1

    I loathe those dispensers!

    • @HarperandKnowles
      @HarperandKnowles  8 месяцев назад

      Yeah, if you use them they will certainly rust. Thanks for watching!

  • @melrosefrancis4415
    @melrosefrancis4415 6 месяцев назад

    The workmanship is no good