Cabrio Washer Tub Bearings

Dutch445 · Feb 29, 2012

no, it wasn't the bearings that cost that much, it was the
entire new outer tub, which at the time was the only option
from Whirlpool for repair. (which included new bearings/shaft)

they have since come out with just the kit to replace
the shaft/bearings/seal without having to purchase the
entire outer tub..
approx $70 for the kit.

hopefully it lasts more than 18 months this time,
but, at least i know the washer intimately now if I
have to do the repair again.

bensonsr · Sep 10, 2012

I am changing my Cabrio bearings the old fashioned way. I work at a metal finishing shop and can process the shaft & get new bearings. Has anyone installed without a tool? How easy was it?
Thanks

Dutch445 · Sep 10, 2012

bensonsr said:
I am changing my Cabrio bearings the old fashioned way. I work at a metal finishing shop and can process the shaft & get new bearings. Has anyone installed without a tool? How easy was it?
Thanks

see your pm

gtprint1 · Nov 8, 2012

Dutch445 said:
Hold the phone!
just found the mystery kit, from whirlpool, comes with
bearings/seal/shaft and some grease and sealant.
also available is a "tool" to install the bearings
and seal.

:thumbsup:

if you're interested, here's the
fix:

Whirlpool Cabrio Bearing Replacement Kit W10435302 Instructions

Do you happen to have the original pdf file for this mystery kit you found?

Dutch445 · Nov 8, 2012

no, i used the instructions that came with the parts. There is a scanned version on the website
i linked to, right under the part descriptions.

gtprint1 · Nov 8, 2012

Dutch445 said:
no, i used the instructions that came with the parts. There is a scanned version on the website
i linked to, right under the part descriptions.

I did check out the link. I was asking since some of the pictures were dark and hard to see detail. I am thinking of trying this fix. About how long does it take? And would the special tools be required?

Dutch445 · Nov 9, 2012

my printed instructions weren't all that much better to be honest. i was able to find detailed instructions on that same website on how
to remove the inner tub from that washer. i would say plan on a couple hours to do it, and i did not use any special tools. It helps
to have knowledge of bearings and how/where to seat them in place. I use different methods to drive them in, including large sockets
that fit on the race etc.
maybe there is another version of those instructions somewhere on the internet? i haven't checked in 6 mos or so.