Product review (5 stars): 1987 Amana Gas dryer works perfectly
APPLICATION: 1987 Amana (front load) gas dryer gas flame would not stay on after starting the machine.  Now the gas dryer heats again and stays hot the entire cycle with the addition of the 2 new Whirlpool 279834 Valve Coil set.

Did some research of Amazon reviews, took a chance (Amana vs. Whirlpool) and spent around $8.00, installed the pair in 15 minutes through the units lower front access door.  Bingo, perfectly dry clothes in 50 minutes.  Thank you prior Amazon reviewers, Whirlpool (coils made in US) and Amazon for offering these & saving me the hassle of professional repair or unit replacement.  Follow-up: over (6) months later and the dryer still heats/works perfectly.