zanussi zwd147s tub seal seems an odd one

[odom]

Re: zanussi zwd147s tub seal seems an odd one

Higher-water-level wrote:

iadom wrote:
Hotpoint WF530T, they expect you to buy a tank rear half.

I am well aware you did not buy a rear half, I was just correcting this bit of misinformation. 😉

When I spoke to Hotpoint they said the only way to do it “properly” is to replace the rear tub half. They didn’t like my response, needless to say it wasn’t polite. Doubt my skills will they.
It’s not a case of doubting your skills – most HP engineers will replace rear of tub because for the few quid it costs HP to make a tub, it’s worth saving the bother of knocking out the rear bearings – with all the risk assessments and H&S rubbish it brings.

Indies replace bearings because the cost to us of new tubs is too high, plus the pain of storing them vs. storing a couple of bearings!

[Higher-water-level]

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odom wrote:

Higher-water-level wrote:
Hotpoint WF530T, they expect you to buy a tank rear half.

I am well aware you did not buy a rear half, I was just correcting this bit of misinformation. 😉

When I spoke to Hotpoint they said the only way to do it “properly” is to replace the rear tub half. They didn’t like my response, needless to say it wasn’t polite. Doubt my skills will they.
It’s not a case of doubting your skills – most HP engineers will replace rear of tub because for the few quid it costs HP to make a tub, it’s worth saving the bother of knocking out the rear bearings – with all the risk assessments and H&S rubbish it brings.

Indies replace bearings because the cost to us of new tubs is too high, plus the pain of storing them vs. storing a couple of bearings!

Hi Chris,

No time for todays nanny state, its pathetic. :rolls:

You are quite right though about cost, costs the Indesit Group naff all to make a rear half but costs the poor old punter a fortune, one hell of a mark up.

They tried to sell an extended warranty. So I said do you really think I need such a thing?

Hopefully I can sell the Hotpoint quickly. Just sold the Bosch! 8)

All the best,

Oliver.

[Martin]

Re: zanussi zwd147s tub seal seems an odd one

Meanwhile, I wonder how Stryder is getting along….?:hmm: 🙂 😉

[quickwash]

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:waving: martin,

Still waiting for another bearing kit no doubt, bless him 😉

kindregards

quickwash :plug:

[stryder]

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iv`e had a better idea, i took the old bearing and grinded a tiny amount off the outside diameter . it now just drops in so when i get the new bearings i can use this to press the new ones all the way in without any fear of it getting stuck like last time. (hopefully)

[Martin]

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Deep joy stryder, blinding plan I must admit! Do keep us posted on your progress from this stage on……. 😀

[iadom]

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Martin wrote:Deep joy stryder, blinding plan I must admit! Do keep us posted on your progress from this stage on……. 😀

I think Martin is trying to get this thread to rival an all time epic. If you have read War & Peace then THIS should be a doddle. 😆

[Martin]

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iadom wrote:I think Martin is trying to get this thread to rival an all time epic.

Moi’ ? :innocent:

[quickwash]

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iadom wrote:

I think Martin is trying to get this thread to rival an all time epic. If you have read War & Peace then THIS should be a doddle. 😆

:waving:

Blimey what a read :tongue:

Entertaining though :rolls: 😆 . Love it 😀

best regards

quickwash :plug:

PS – Good luck with the new (2nd :rolls: ) bearing kit stryder:D

[stryder]

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not finnished yet! 🙂 i`m sure i can get another chapter out of this. heres another question – when i split the tub i didn`t notice at the time but there is a weird shaped clip attached to the outer drum half . its inside about halfway down on the smaller drum half . anyone got any idea what its for? 😕

[Martin]

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It is the heater locator so be sure, when you put the 2 halves back together, you ensure the heater slides through it….OK?

[stryder]

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thanks mate 😀
i`d just like to say this forum is great! and uk. white goods is also great. great value , great service, grrrrreat. 10 out of 10 !

[stryder]

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Martin wrote:It is the heater locator so be sure, when you put the 2 halves back together, you ensure the heater slides through it….OK?

how can you be sure its gone in as you wont be able see it with the two halves assembled?
have i done your head in yet with all these questions? 😆

[quickwash]

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:waving:

Well, I’m loving it, even if the guys are :haier:

Another epic in the making me thinks 😆

Good luck stryder, looks like you are gonna need it 😉

bestest wishes

quickwash :plug:

[iadom]

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stryder wrote:
how can you be sure its gone in as you wont be able see it with the two halves assembled?

If it is not inserted correctly it will wiggle about and catch the inner drum, it will be obvious. 😛

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