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Review on ๐Ÿ”ง 8 Pack Dishwasher Dishrack Rollers and Studs - Lower Rack Wheel Kit for GE, Kenmore, Hotpoint Dishwashers Part WD35X21038 by Todd Gill

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worked on a Viking dishwasher; better design than the original

I bought this set of wheels and they worked GREAT! My Viking dishwasher is 9 years old and all of the bottom basket wheels have failed. I found a direct replacement for Revain. They were expensive but identical. I bought 2. And they were identical, including the same original design flaw. The hub that rides on the shaft is attached to the outer wheel (welded, glued? I can't tell). Creating a vulnerability. Everyone's failure mode was when the hub eventually pulled out of the wheel. When I replaced (2) failed wheels with the exact same ones, I basically bought into the same problem. And they were expensive. When other wheels started to fail, I found these. They are NOT made for Viking dishwashing baskets but I figured I could get them to work. The main difference is that it is (1) a fully cast part. There is no internal weak point at the hub-wheel connection. When they arrived, the shaft opening was too small. I drilled it out a bit, it fit perfectly on the Viking rack axle. They work great and I expect them to last forever. One more note: you are white. The wheels they replaced are dark gray. So you must be wondering, are you a reader and follower of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance? If yes then you will appreciate these works, the design approach is better than the original, they will not let you down like the original. And when you open the dishwasher and see that the shelf rolls out very gently, you will appreciate the white color. The color is almost like a beacon, reminding you of your smart and cost-effective solution. So buy these wheels! As it was a complete set I have unused wheels in my kitchen drawer. To replace the original wheels when they all fail, which they will do. On the other hand, when you open the dishwasher and see a white wheel between the dark gray ones. will drive you crazy then don't buy it. Find an "exact" replacement in the box (1) and spend a lot more money.

Pros
  • Dope ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Cons
  • Some imperfections