Product review (5 stars): Perfect replacement! No more jet engine
Exact replacement and genuine whirlpool parts. After looking at all the parts that came out I probably could have gotten away with just a bearing and seal kit. But better safe than sorry because once it's apart who wants to wait for parts...
I installed without the install tool/kit. I had a bearing driver already but ended up using a long steel rod for the upper one. For the seal a piece of pvc pipe worked perfect.
I didn't have the 24 hours to let the sealant cure, ran a load 7-8 hours after installation, super quiet and no leak!