kenmore stackable washer 417.98804890 leak

[Barry E]

kenmore stackable washer leaking from center of outer tub, I know there's a seal, do you think I should replace the spinner bearing also or is there something else that may be leaking?                any help would be greatly appreciated.   

[rbmappltech]

Most of the time replacing the seal will do the job. I guess for extra caution you could replace the bearing.

Good luck

[Budget Appliance Repair]

I've ran into 4 to 5 of these leaking and never had to replace the seal, just need to remove the dryer if stacked on washer and remove lower panel and tighten all 16 to 18 of the tub bolts good and tight.

If you look around all the bolt heads and rub your fingers around them you will most likely find a fine yellowish/white powder.  That is the tub plastic that has worn away under the bolt heads.

You will find each bolt will easily tighten at least almost a half to one full turn before snugging up good and tight.

Edited February 14, 2016 by Budget Appliance Repair