Maytag mvwx700ago gear box

[norman]

Hello,

I have a Maytag top load washer and replaced the gear box for the bearings going out, About 2 months after I replaced it, it went bad again. I am waiting for the part to come and noticed the the stainless steel/ plastic drum has water inside the top ring. I can hear it sloshing around, but it will not drain out no matter how I turn it.Is it possible that this caused the drum to be out of balance and put extra stress on the bearing/gear case? I'm thinking about drilling a hole to drain the water out and sealing it up with caulk. 

 

Any ideas out there?

 

Norm

[johntech]

They put anti freeze inside for balancing. If you drain it out it Will spin unbalanced and you will need to replace the inner tub.