[dz63]

Originally Posted by hawkeye64

In my case both springs broke off at the loop where they connect to the aluminun tangs. I had already bought the replacement motor so I went ahead with it. But if I had two springs of the right size and tension the old motor would be good to go again.

That's interesting and a bit unusual - the springs broke rather than cutting through the aluminum. Good to hear that you got your dryer working again!

[cjecwest]

Hi, interesting post - I did the same repair on the old clips and then went searching to see if there where replacement clips. Did you ever find them? Seems ridiculous to replace the whole motor. I drilled holes in the old ones and it is working fine, but I know it's only a matter of time.

[cjecwest]

Great post - Any leads on replacement retainers? I removed mine and drilled holes, put them back in and all is well (for now). Thanks!

[pbbbpcd]

This post has been very helpful. Using mostly the info you provided (in conjunction with other info from various websites), I was able to make out a good case and convinced LG to cover the cost of a new motor. I only had to pay for the labor. Since LG does not sell parts directly to customers (at least not here in Quebec), I saved quite a lot of money. Thank you!

[bjunge]

Great instruction - had the exact same problem and for $120 and and 1.25 hours, all is well again. As mentioned, the belt alignment and also getting the front housing back on without losing the drum from the back proved the most complicated, but another set of hands made it much easier to juggle. (Keep the spouse nearby )

Many thanks for taking the time to make what sounded like a daunting task a very simple one - I really appreciate it.

-B

[Fixithurry]

I did the dremel repair, to make the new hole for the spring using a dental #2 burr. It worked well for well over a year. But since the other hooks looked pretty good then I only did the one that had broken. Now another has broken, and the remaining two are almost broken now. And even the new hole I had made over a year ago is getting worn through too. So I'm very glad to find out here that there is an improved motor to put in.
To anyone making the new hook slot in their old motor be sure to do all four hooks. And expect them to not last more than a year or so. (Based on using it about 10 times a week.)

Thanks