Ok I have a gtlf1670as0 front load washer with what sounds like a broken spider bracket on the drum. The symptoms I have read on here for a broken spider is what I encountered (loud banging noise while spinning and a loose feel to the drum while agitating).

I have only removed the rear cover and spun the drum by hand and can hear something hitting/rubbing/clunking in between the plastic drum housing and the drum it self. The bearing seams ok as does the large pulley and belt.

So it sound like a broken spider right???

If so, it is out of warranty, and I do not have the receipt so is replacing the drum my only option??? Or is there a replacement spider available?

Thanks in advance

Hi,

Please double check your model# again, that one isn't showing as good.

Yes, sounds like a broken spider, but also may be a bad bearing.

This thread explains all about it:
[FIXED] Drum Gasket and Rear Shell Bearings

Jake

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Sorry it is GLTF1670AS0, Thanks the bearing looks good and the bearing has no play when the drum is moved. So if it is the spider, the only fix is a new drum correct?

Thanks again

Also should I replace anything else, like the tub seal???

PS how do I edit my own post so I don't need to make a new reply to add more info???

Thanks

Yes, you will need a new inner spin tub which includes the spider:
Part#131618500
Inner tub with spider and shaft


Yes, always replace the tub seal when changing either the inner or outer tubs:
Manufacturer part number 134146100 is RepairClinic item number 936915


There should be an edit button, but the default time should be about 40 minutes to edit.

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My washer is fixed!!!! Thanks for all the help. Now that I have had this machine apart and did the hardest repair on it, any future repairs will be easy..but I never want to do that drum or washer tub again!!!!

Also to help extend the life on the the spider bracket do you recommend a de-calcifier like CLR once in a while??? Any other products out there besides using HE detergents?

thanks again

Good job fixing it.

I'd recommend these 2 products:
Affresh HE Washer Cleaner




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