This tub spring is also known as suspension spring, balance spring, or counterweight spring. It is sold individually. The function of the part is to counterbalance the weight of the motor on the front of the front-load washer so the washer tub sits straight and even during the spin cycle. You may need to replace the spring if tub is sitting tilted forward. A broken spring will result in the tub being off-balance during the spin cycle which can cause further damage to washer parts. It is recommended to check all suspension springs as they often wear at the same rate. Tools needed for repair are a Phillips screw driver, flat blade screw driver, and a pair of pliers.
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Louis M - August 7, 2023
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Good Part but not the cure
I replaced all the springs on my Kenmore washer due to vibration and harmonic bounce. That did not help my problem.Replacing the spin basket with a used one that was true when mounted on shaft helped the problem but can no longer use the balance ring as it increases the vibration level. Not sure what is used in balance ring but if metal balls, they may be magnetized and sticking together.
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Julie Devlin B - October 20, 2021
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From loud & unbalanced to quiet & balanced washing machine
Most folks would take one look at our older washing machine while rocking, spinning and filling the house with loud thumping...... and decide to take it to the dump. After watching some fix-it videos my handy husband decided to start with the springs, after all our poor washer has been carrying some heavy loads over the years. The parts arrived quickly and my hero installed them so fast it made my head spin. Thank you, PartSelect !
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Joyce B - June 16, 2021
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Easy repair, part was exactly what was needed.
Part was perfect
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Paul Z - January 27, 2021
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Tub spring to settle the tub motion.
Easy installation and seems to help the washer run smoother. The installation video was immensely helpful.
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Leonard H - April 15, 2020
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tub spring worked as old part it replaced
tub spring replacement was exact as old part. Worked like it was suppose to and was easy to replace. The replacement video which was on site was very helpful and made it easier to replace. The part did not come in the time frame listed on the shipping email it was late.
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Kenneth H - February 21, 2020
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very easy to install
part as described and fit great
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Eugene M - November 20, 2019
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It was a very easy repair.
The part was perfect. Exactly what I needed.
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Mark H - November 6, 2019
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Works good
Works good
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Jeffrey L F - September 3, 2019
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Simple repair with the perfect part
The tub spring arrived in great condition and in record time. My machine was up and running in no time!
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Lucas V - April 25, 2019
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Great Part!
This part is exactly what I was looking for and I got it fast.
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Excessive tub wobble, tubs leaning forward of normal
Washer is 29 years old. Found that tub spring hooks into a simple (non-reinforced) hole in the base frame, and it had worn the hole through through the edge of the frame (key hole style). Due to age and low cost of parts, ordered all suspension springs, brackets, & pads. Once they arrived, took the tubs out (first time for that), found
... Read more that the suspension pads looked fine, but the wear pads showed a lot of wear and the front one was snapped in the middle, perhaps an after effect of the spring failure. From my lack of attention, initially tried to get front pad into the wrong set of holes, a bad fit; corrected. Simply drilled a near-by hole in the base frame for the tub spring.
While the tubs were out, took them outside and scrubbed them clean. Also cleaned agitator parts using bottle brushes. Followed the PartSelect videos and owner comments for procedures, methods. Found that some miss some important info, but if you watch others you can combine the info to find what you need re disassembly/assembly.
At one point while attempting to remove the outer tub, did not realize that the screw that holds the rear spring bracket to the tub also holds the tub to the suspension plate.
Took me most of a day for the whole process, and I ended up with pulled/spasmic muscles from all the bending over, mostly from cleaning parts I think. Very helpful to have the parts breakout drawings, videos, others' experience.
tub tilted forward. Some fill water would miss the tub
Removed cabinet found tub spring had worn thru rear frame, spring was also almost worn thru. Checked suspension springs very very worn at mounting points. Ordered needed parts. All in Stock. First bracket came the next day took 5 days to get the rest 1 part at a time. Forgot to order suspension spring clips, order them next da
... Read morey shipping came the next day . Just because parts are in stock doesn't mean you will receive in a timely fashion if you need parts better order next day freight. Videos, parts diagrams and instruction are great, regular freight is not good
Following the video that was supplied with my order was super helpful. Watching it though made the job seem very easy of which it really wasn't. My washer is about 6 years old so it had a LOT of build up on EVERYTHING making the disassembly harder than you may think. Once apart I needed to really scrub everything clean before reassembly a
... Read mores well. Getting the tub off without cracking it was a challenge for sure. Eventually rocking it and adding a bit of WD-40 to the shaft if eventually came off. Once it was off I was able to replace the Tub Wear Pads quite easily. Getting to it was the challenge. Installing new wear pads and new suspension springs fixed the problem. Once I had the casing back together I replaced the agitator cam set as well. I figured as long as I already had it apart why not be proactive and fix the next to fail and boy am I glad I did. Once I had it out it just fell apart in my hands with the cams showing almost no ribs at all left to latch onto.
loud noise during spin cycle, then not spinning at all
Watching videos identified what parts to purchase. Once identified - WATCH EACH PARTS VIDEO (again). Lessons learned: 1) better to NOT tilt the washer 2) watch (more than once) and learn from the videos 3) must difficult step was loosening the tub retaining nut without having a spanner wrench (used a hammer and a
... Read moreshort / wide blade screwdriver) 4) ended up being the tub support was not sitting properly in the suspension plate 5) cleaned and changed parts while apart 6) running as good as new
Followed the videos on the website. But had to order parts twice because it wasn't the springs it was the plastic bushings the tub sits on that caused the wobble. No big deal though. All told it was still far less expansive than a new machine.
We had to take the motor off and find the part that holds the spring, took longer to fix as we are older people and took a brake after every spring. We used YouTube videos to help us I am thankful for this site and cheap prices.
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James
December 25, 2017
How many tub springs to this model
For model number LSR8444LQ1
Hello James, Thank you for your inquiry. There is 1 tub spring for this model. Hope this helps!
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Billy
January 15, 2018
How many springs are for this model.
For model number LBR4132JQ1
Hi Billy,
Thank you for your question. There should be 4 suspension springs in your washing machine. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Josh
January 22, 2018
Washer keeps turn , moving or walking around when spin out other then that works fine. When standing in front of washer as if you where loading or unloading it turns about 90 degrees to the left ever time have made sure its level it does this no matter the size of the load. Any thoughts on how to fix this problem? Have already checked all the springs. Thanks for the help
For model number Whirlpool Washing Machine Model WTW5540SQ0
Hi Josh,
Thank you for your question. If your washer is shaking and moving, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the suspension springs, the tub spring, the tub wear pads, the leveling springs, the suspension pads, the agitator directional cogs, the levelling legs and the suspension spring retainers. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Doug
June 26, 2019
Hello, thank you for your quick response to my question. I have looked at the video and it seems straightforward. The machine in the video is a different model. Would I be right in assuming that the method is the same across all the models? Thanks.
For model number YKAWE860W
Hello Doug, Thank you for the question. Yes, the appliance might be different but it will have the same basic steps for installing the springs. Hope this helps!
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Doug
June 26, 2019
Hi, how many springs are there - #ps11751118 , i would like to replace all once the washer is opened up. The video works for me. Thanks
For model number YKAWE860W
Hello Doug, thank you for your question. There is only one Tub Spring on this model.
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Ted
September 27, 2019
I replaced 1 tub spring and 3 balance springs. The tub still tilts forward. So when filling the water splashes out and onto the floor. What next?
For model number 11026058690
Hi Ted, thank you for your question. The only other part that I could suggest you check would be your balance ring. I have linked that part down below for you. Good luck with your repair.
Hello, Thank you for your question. It looks like your model has 1 of those tub springs. We hope this helps.
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Doug
June 26, 2019
Hi, My washer bangs and the tub leans to the front. I think a spring might be broken. Do you carry the springs for this model and how do I remove the cab to get at them? Thanks.
For model number YKAWE860W
Hello Doug, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11751118. Once you enter the part number there is a video on how to install it on the site. Hope this helps!
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Justin
February 8, 2022
I need to buy the correct suspension springs for my model as well as the tub spring. Please advise which correct parts to order? Great instruction videos.
For model number YLSR5233EQ1
Hello Justin, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number: PS11743345 for the Suspension Spring and PartSelect Number: PS11751118 for the Tub Spring. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
The washer that i am trying to repair is the above model number and i wanted to know how many suspension springs and counter-balance springs there are for this model. Currently the washer is walking during the spin cycle so i am trying to get the tub to spinning on the correct axis. Thank you.
For model number MVWC500VW0
Hello Trent, Thank you for the question. This model number requires 1 Tub Spring PS11751118 and 3 Suspension Springs, PS11743345. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!
