4 Pack 8182703 Washer Shock Absorber Compatible with kenmore/maytag/whirlpool/kitchen aid Washers,WP8182703 Shock Absorber replace 8181646，AP6011831,AP3868181,PS989596,PS11745030

I have had these in for a month and seem they to be doing their job perfectly. The new tabs at the end of the shock that fit into the metal body of the washer pan were a very tight fit. There was a defect in my washer pan that made the tight tolerances of the clip not easy to install on one shock. This was easily solved by taking the attachment clip off one of the old shocks and transferring it to the new one. The old factory clips are a much looser fit than these replacement shocks. Good product and quality.

When our washer was making loud noises, I determined that the shock absorbers were bad (based on several on-line videos). Looking at the part suppliers, the lowest cost was $40 per unit. Before ordering, I stumbled across these which are less than one quarter the cost. Time will tell, but they seemed to be of reasonable quality. The two front units went in fairly easy on our Kenmore HE4t. The back right was a struggle, but eventually clicked in. I wasn't able to get the back left due to the tight space even after removing the drum motor. Remembering another review on these shock absorbers, I swapped the upper mount with the original part and was able to easily click it in. So far the washer is much more quiet.

The shocks function well! The attachement clips were slightly larger than the originals, a little shaping with the dremmel and I was in business!

Just installed them today, so not sure about how they will hold up but they fixed my shaking drum problem. My washer wasn’t listed and it fit my Kenmore elite HE5, which is actually a whirlpool washer. The model number is 110.47087600.Update: Didn’t fix the issue, there was another problem but these did what they needed to do. Ended up getting a new washer/dryer set. Worth a try.

Our Whirlpool Duet GHW9200L washing machine became unbalanced with even moderately heavy loads and would shake a lot while spinning. If you can move the tub around freely when it is empty very easily, the shocks are probably shot. All 4 of mine were completely shot and providing no support for the tub. These are really easy to remove. (First, unplug the washer!) The front two can be done by removing the lower front panel under the door (3 screws). To replace the rear two, you will need to remove the rear panel (something like 13 screws). To remove the shock, twist the bottom counterclockwise 90 degrees and it should come loose. do the same with the bottom (you will probably hear a crack while doing it and you may need channel locks to help turn it. If they break, don't worry, you are throwing them out anyway.) To install the new ones, start on the bottom to insert it in the notch and give it a 90 degree clockwise twist till you hear a click (technically two quick clicks). Do the same with the top of the shock mounting to the tub. Put the panels back on and that's it.A couple of suggestions:In the front, there is a drain at the bottom of the washer (circle with a twist handle). You should empty this and clean it out while you have it open. I promise it will not smell nice if you haven't done it in a while). This is also the filter to catch larger objects so you may find something you lost.)Also, when you remove the back panel, check the right side and see if the vent came loose from the tub shaking. It should connect to a 2" circular plastic vent in the upper right corner of the machine. It should just snap back on but you probably need to remove the top panel to do this (another 3 screws. Then slide the panel back and up to take off.)

These replacement shock absorbers have given my 20 year old front load washing machine new life.

Bought in August. Install wasn't easy. 1 has already broken.

I can't believe how this changes the moment of we drum. Before install I could take the drum a move it all over easily. This makes the tub more rigid and stops the banging during spin cycle. Easy to install fit was perfect.