Product review (5 stars): Pretty easy and cheap DIY fix
When my washer stopped mid-cycle, I watched an online video and diagnosed the problem.  I decided I could fix my washer myself a lot cheaper than calling a repair person.  I purchased the washer in 1999, and it runs just fine.  The part was pretty easy to install.  Just a few screws and a plug in component.  The hardest part was fitting the cover back on the washer. This was a much better option than purchasing a new machine.