Have extremely noisy washing machine, I am sure it is the bearings, but have no idea how to locate them or fit them. Have purchased new ones so would appreciate help on replacing them.
Cheers, Matt Ling

Matthew Ling, January 2005

Just a thought - we had same problem (caused by water leaking on bearing assly at back of drum over a period of time.) We were going to scrap same but were told that HP would repair if m/c less than 5 years old despite the fact that we weren't original purchasers (It was 4 years old.) HP replaced motor and bearings - parts free but we had to pay a fixed charge for callout and labour of about £85. We feel it was money well spent as the washer was otherwise in as new condition.
(Suspect you may have to remove the whole back of drum as well to get at the bearings ...)

Ian Clewes, June 2005