(dzlater) wrote in message . ..
Hello -

We have a 2 year old electric Kenmore Dryer - model number 417.81142000

It has been working quite well for us but has suddenly become quite noisy.
I have removed the top panel and watched the drum spin and there is no
obvious vibration or other problem.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Any clues as to what might be causing the noise.

Hi,

Common noise makers:
- rear drum bearing
- front drum glides
- idler pulley
- motor

*Some* take apart helps...
http://www.applianceaid.com/wwfhowtodryer.html

http://www.repairclinic.com/referral.asp?R=153&N=1851
Rear bearing kit.
http://www.repairclinic.com/referral.asp?R=153&N=780775
Idler pulley
http://www.repairclinic.com/referral.asp?R=153&N=343
Front glides.

http://www.applianceaid.com/ww-and-mc.html#noise
Some noise helps.

jeff.

Appliance Repair Aid
http://www.applianceaid.com/