Product review (5 stars): Cheap but it works!
My whirlpool gas dryer is still running but ignites only for 5 minutes then dries my washed clothes for over 3 hours. I've searched over youtube on how to fix the issue and the remedies mentioned were to clean the vent (which I did), replace the thermostats, fuse, and the coils. I did not want to purchase a new dryer (about $700) nor have it serviced (then spend around $200-300 for labor and parts)so I decided to purchase the parts at amazon and spend only for about $34. I replaced the parts one at a time (as they say, trial and error), the fuse first then the thermostats, testing the dryer after each replacement; the dryer still was not working well. Finally, when I replaced the coils, the dryer ignited for more than 10 minutes, maintained the heat, and ignited again for few minutes, then was able to dry my clothes for only about 30 minutes. I washed more clothes, towels, and comforters just to test the dryer's capability, and the dryer is now back to normal function. I didn't mind spending extra amounts for the vent cleaner (which I purchased from a hardware store),fuse and thermostats, but I was able to save at least $200 for service and $700 for a new dryer. Replacing the coils was the solution to the problem. Searching the web for remedies and being an amateur handyman sometimes helps especially during this times. Amazon, thanks alot for having the parts available.