BWXR473GT2WW General Electric Dryer - Instructions

My dryer was making a loud stretching sound which I thought, because of previous experience, could be fixed by replacing the bearing slides. The problem turned out to be that the blower wheel that is attached to the motor was loose. I pushed the blower wheel all the way in so that about 1/4" of the motor shaft sticks out. I then tightened the bolt with a socket wrench. Problem solved.

(1)I watched the videos here and read other comments about the problem... (2)Decided since I have the dryer apart, I might as well replace other parts that probably should be replaced too. (3)Make sure you order two of each of the Drum Bearing Slide-White and BEARING SLIDE (gray color), They are not sold as pairs! (4)following the Front Drum Slide video, the job was very easy.

I will not go into detail how I installed the part because I'm sure many has posted it already. At first I thought my washer was shot and have to buy a replacement. I was about to do that when I decided to search the internet for possible causes and repair. You see, I don't know squat about washers and when I found Part Select's website not only did they guide me through the diagnosis they also have a video detailing how to replace the broken part. Saved a lot of money. Spent $45 compared to $500 for a new washer. Thanks Parts Select. You sure put the handy in man.

The actual repair was simple, however, I initially ordered the wrong part. The exchange to the correct part was very easy and delivery was quite quick. I will use Part Select in the future when ordering a part for a simple repair.

I watched a video on PartSelect.com, opened up the dryer (that's the first time I had opened a dryer), found that the bearing was worn down, ordered the replacement parts for under $40, and fixed the dryer in just a few minutes. The whole process was much easier than I expected. I should have done it weeks ago.

At first I thought it was the belt but when I took off top portion of dryer I saw belt was fine. I got to this site and found source of noise was drum bearings from postings. I ordered the parts and much to my suprise had it working with 15 minutes. Web site was very helpful.

Watched video first, then diagnosed trouble. Went to internet for cost and avalible parts. Copied parts diagram. Very pleased with price and orderd parts assosiated with front drum. 4 days later parts arrived.

new handle just popped right in the slots

followed instructions that came with kit. The problem was the instructions were not very clear with regard to the "type" of burner. the "A" type with the slot is explained but the "B" without the slot wasen't clearly explained. Even that wasen't too bad (I had to re-do that part), But you need to be 20 years old to see the damned print. I had to use my reading glasses AND a magnifying glass to read them. Also with the "B" type burner, which I have, you simply install the limiter part and you don't need (can't) adjust it.

Had to tap three holes in the rear bearing to match the three attachment screws. Screw up with the part.

it was easy, it clip right on.needed to give it a little tap to get it in .

Followed the videos on this web site and found out how easy it was to replace the belt,drum glides and felt seals. I took my time and also completely cleaned out the gas dryer from all the lint. Thank you for the great prices, fast shipping and how to videos. Bill d.

With the help of doityourself on the internet. great instructions

All that was needed when I got the new handle from Fed-ex, was simply to line-up the clips with the holes in the door and push in till everything snapped in place. It was very easy. It took longer to open the package than to attach the handle.

Handle was the exact replacement slipped it into the handle slots and pushed in to lock in place.