GE Washer Agitator

Washer Repair
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Hi,
I have a GE Top Load Washer (King Size) that was left by the previous owner of the current house.
The first few washes seemed fine. About a week ago, the agitator started making really loud noises, and eventually came off during the washing cycle. I tried to put the agitator back on again, but it wobbled, agitated loudly and came off again.

I took off the agitator and coupling and it was crudded up with years of neglect. I think they might be stripped and need to be replaced. But I wanted to check if anyone else had a different opinion or perhaps I would have to replace other parts of the washer before it works again.

Thanks.

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Start with replacing the coupling. It sounds like you will have to do it anyway, so see if that solves your problem.

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Make sure when you put the agitator back on that you slam it down hard to engage the dogs at the bottom of the coupler.