Washer in spin cycle started making a high pitched noise that starts at the beginning of the spin cycle and doesn't stop. During the spin cycle a couple days ago, it started banging uncontrollably and stopped spinning altogether. Through research and hands on investigating, I found that the motor coupler was broken in pieces and the clutch band moved freely in the clutch. I replaced the motor coupler (yes I did make sure the motor coupler was flush with the transmission/gearcase) and entire clutch. Ran a short cycle without any clothes, washer filled, agitated, drained/pumps and NOW SPINS AGAIN. But, it still makes a whining noise during the spin cycle like before. When it reaches its top speed during the spin cycle it starts a grinding noise and begins banging uncontrollably, I immediately stop the washer, I don't want to break my new parts or cause something else to break(yes it bangs around that badly) Through further research, I have reason to believe that I have a bad transmission /gearcase and/or a bad driveblock. I love my washer and do not want to replace it, I found a new transmission /gearcase for $150, but I do not want to spend the money or go through the hassle of replacing it if it's not the problem. I'm at a loss on how to proceed further in fixing my washer.

I can not spin the inner basket freely, in fact it's very difficult to budge. Tabs are fully engaged and rusted to the drive block. I do not have a spanner wrench to get to the drive block, but I will get one if necessary. As for the video , I will have to wait till my tech kid to get home from school and do it for me, lol. As for the 3 springs, they are attached. As for the spring in the back, again I will have to wait till my help gets home to see I can locate it by laying it back. I have the know how, but not the physical strength.