Description
🧾 Description
The WPW10359269 Drum Roller Axle Shaft is an authentic replacement part from Whirlpool, designed to support and enable the roller assembly that the dryer’s drum rides on. According to the official parts listing, this item is described as “Drum-Roller Axle.” Whirlpool Parts+1
Over time, the roller shaft can become worn, bent, or seize — leading to symptoms like squealing, thumping, uneven tumbling or belt wear. Replacing this shaft restores proper drum support, ensures stable rotation and helps extend the life of the drum rollers and belt.
⚠️ Note: Always disconnect power (and gas if applicable) before servicing your dryer. Verify the exact model number of your dryer and ensure compatibility of this part. Home Depot+1
⚙️ Features & Benefits
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✅ Genuine OEM quality — built to Whirlpool’s specifications for fit and durability. Whirlpool Parts
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🔧 Direct-fit replacement shaft — designed to replace the original drum roller axle in supported dryer models without modification. Alliance Laundry
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🛠 Restores smooth drum tumbling — by ensuring the drum roller assembly rides correctly, you reduce noise, prevent belt wear and increase service life.
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🧺 Improves dryer reliability — a stable drum support means fewer problems like slipped belts, thumping noises or unbalanced loads.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
Consider replacing this part if you observe any of the following:
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Dryer drum tumbles with a thumping, rumbling or squealing sound, especially when starting or stopping.
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Drum tumbles unevenly or feels loose/rocking in its rotation path.
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You notice the dryer belt wearing prematurely or the idler pulley wearing faster than expected (these can be side-effects of drum support issues).
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Upon inspection, the roller shaft or roller appears worn, bent, or has visible damage.
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The replacement of other parts (belt, idler) didn’t fully solve the noise or tumbling problem — indicating the shaft may be the root cause.
🔧 Compatible Model Info
This shaft fits many dryer models from Whirlpool and affiliated brands (Maytag, Amana, etc.). According to parts listings, for example it replaces part numbers W10359269, 3399507, 13603, 339489, 4319304. Alliance Laundry+1
Since dryer models vary widely, it is essential to check your dryer’s model number (usually found on the door frame or rear panel) to ensure this shaft matches your specific unit.
🔁 Cross Reference
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WPW10359269 (OEM)
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W10359269 (legacy) Alliance Laundry+1
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Also references: 3399507, 13603, 339489, 4319304 — indicating compatibility across several parts catalogs. Alliance Laundry
🧩 Compatibility Notes
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Before ordering, check the model number tag of your dryer to ensure correct fitment. Home Depot
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The drum roller shaft is part of the drum support system — when replacing it, it’s a good opportunity to also inspect the rollers, idler pulley, belt path and drum bearings to ensure holistic repair.
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Proper installation: ensure the new shaft is seated correctly, rollers spin freely without excessive play, drum aligns properly and the belt path is correct.
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If the original failure was caused by excessive load or lint/vent restriction, consider cleaning the vent path and ensuring proper airflow — poor airflow can accelerate wear on drum support components.