{"product_id":"w10324651-whirlpool-washer-drive-hub-kit","title":"Whirlpool W10324651 Washer Drive Hub Kit – Washer Won't Spin or Makes Grinding Noise During Agitation","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eGenuine OEM Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool W10324651 Washer Drive Hub Kit – Washer Won't Spin or Makes Grinding Noise During Agitation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart # W10324651\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Whirlpool · Kenmore\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eTop-Load Direct-Drive Washers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eGenuine OEM — New in Box\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the drive hub fails, your washer goes through the motions but clothes come out soaking wet — the drum fills, agitates weakly or not at all, and the spin cycle produces nothing. The W10324651 is the genuine OEM drive hub kit for Whirlpool and Kenmore top-load direct-drive washers, reconnecting the wash basket to the motor shaft with precision-machined splines and factory-calibrated torque capacity. Stripped or worn hubs are one of the most common causes of spin failure on this platform, and aftermarket kits routinely use inferior steel that strips again within months. Fix it once with the part Whirlpool engineered for this drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Symptoms of a Failed Washer Drive Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWasher won't spin — drum fills and drains but clothes come out soaking wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoud grinding, clicking, or banging during agitation or spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash basket feels loose or wobbles when pushed by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWasher agitates but won't reach full spin speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisible stripped splines on the hub when inspected from below\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMetal shavings or debris found in the wash basket or tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBurning smell during spin cycle — motor overloading against a slipping hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Part Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e W10324651\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washer Drive Hub Kit (Drive Hub Assembly \/ Basket Drive Kit \/ Spin Hub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool and Kenmore top-load washers with direct-drive transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-machined heat-treated steel, corrosion-resistant coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceeds 100 ft-lbs — engineered for high-torque spin and agitation loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drive hub body, mounting bolts, retaining hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine OEM — new in manufacturer packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 years; failures most often caused by wear from repeated high-torque cycles, corrosion from water exposure, or foreign object damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip — Inspect the Transmission Shaft and Tub Seal While You're In There:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nReplacing the drive hub requires removing the wash basket — which gives you direct access to the transmission shaft, the tub seal, and the basket bearing. A worn tub seal is the #1 cause of water leaking into the transmission and corroding the drive hub in the first place. If you see rust staining, water residue, or a worn seal lip around the shaft, replace the tub seal at the same time. It's a $15–25 part and adds 20 minutes to a job you're already doing — skipping it means the new hub may fail for the same reason within a year.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⚙️ Installation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — washer cabinet removal and basket extraction required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways disconnect power and water supply\u003c\/strong\u003e before servicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccess requires tipping the washer back or removing the front\/rear cabinet panel depending on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhotograph the hub and spline engagement before removal for reference during reinstallation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean the transmission shaft of any rust, debris, or old lubricant before installing the new hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow OEM torque specifications on mounting bolts — under-torquing causes slippage; over-torquing cracks the hub body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify spline engagement and basket alignment before reassembling the cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRun a test cycle with a small load after reassembly — listen for grinding or vibration before returning to full service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Compatible Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits Whirlpool and Kenmore top-load washers with direct-drive transmission systems. Verify your model number against W10324651 before ordering. Model tag is located inside the lid frame or on the rear panel. Contact XPart Supply for fitment confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52421029953825,"sku":"W10324651","price":96.83,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/download-2026-03-06T120711.816.png?v=1772816870","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/w10324651-whirlpool-washer-drive-hub-kit","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}