4055786117 Genuine Suspension Rod Kit Set of 4 for Westinghouse Top Load Washing Machines WWT1084C7WA WWT1084C7SA WWT1184C7WA WWT1284M7WA

Four rods hold the tub of a Westinghouse top loader in place, and when they wear out the whole machine lets you know about it. Genuine kit 4055786117 supplies a full set of four suspension rods for the WWT1084C7WA and WWT1084C7SA, the WWT1184C7WA and WWT1284M7WA, and the WWT9084C7SA and WWT9084C7WA. Replacing all four together keeps the tub hanging level and evenly damped.

Westinghouse top loader banging during spin? Worn suspension rods

The suspension rods hang the outer tub from the top corners of the cabinet. Each one has a damper at the lower end that soaks up movement as the load shifts during the spin. As the dampers wear, the tub swings further and further, so you may hear loud thumping, see the machine walk across the floor, or get frequent out of balance stops even with an evenly spread load. A tub that sits lower on one side, or can be pushed around easily with the machine empty, is another giveaway.

Part details

• Genuine Westinghouse kit 4055786117
• Set of 4 suspension rods
• Suits WWT1084C7, WWT1184C7, WWT1284M7 and WWT9084C7 models
• Top load washing machine part

Fitting the suspension rods

Unplug the washer and turn off the taps. Lift the top or control panel to reach the corner hangers, then support the tub while you unhook each rod at the top and slide it out of the tub bracket below. Swap them one at a time so the tub stays put. Once all four are in, check the tub sits level and centred before running a spin with a load.

Questions about this part

Do I need to replace all four rods?

That's the recommended approach. The rods wear at a similar rate, so a mix of old and new ones leaves the tub unevenly supported and the banging can come back. This kit includes all four, so the whole set can be done in one job.