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Dryer produces loud squeaking or metal grinding sounds throughout the entire cycle, caused by worn-out drum bearing slides or a failed top front bearing.
Drum feels loose, sags, or wobbles during rotation — especially noticeable with heavy loads — indicating the top bearing (WE3M26) has worn through.
Items of clothing catch, snag, or get ruined during tumbling due to a broken or missing drum slide allowing the drum to contact the front bulkhead.
Friction heat generated by metal-on-metal contact between a worn drum and the front bearing support produces a burning or hot-plastic odor.
When the dryer door is open and the drum is turned manually, it feels rough, gritty, or stiff — a clear sign all bearing slides and the top bearing need replacement.
Vibration and noise worsen significantly with heavier laundry loads, indicating the drum is no longer properly supported at the front by functioning bearing slides.
💡 Pro Tip: Is Your Dryer Telling You It Needs This Kit?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Loud squeaking or grinding noise that starts as soon as the drum begins to spin
⚠️ Drum feels wobbly or off-balance, especially with heavier loads
⚠️ Clothes catching or snagging on the front drum lip during tumbling
⚠️ Unusual heat or a burning smell near the front panel area — a sign of metal-on-metal friction
🛠️ Pro Diagnosis: Open the dryer door and try spinning the drum by hand. If it feels rough, gritty, or catches at any point, your front bearing slides are worn through. If the drum sags noticeably when released, the top bearing (WE3M26) is also gone. Replace the entire kit at once — doing them individually costs more labor time than doing it right the first time.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× Top Front Drum Bearing (WE3M26)
✅ 1× Drive Belt (WE12M29, 89.5 in)
✅ 1× Front Drum Felt Seal (WE9M30 / WE09X20441)
✅ 2× White Bearing Slides (WE1M504 / WE1M333)
✅ 2× Green Bearing Slides (WE1M1067 / WE1M481)
✅ 1× Printed Installation Instructions
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