How I modified my sealed tub on my Whirlpool washing machine to replace the bearings

I modified the plastic welded tub in my Whirlpool washing machine.
The bearing needed replacement after just over four years. I was quoted a repair price of the same value as the washing machine when I bought it. So I decided to fix the washing machine by opening the plastic welded tub and replace the bearings.

The modification includes:
1. cutting the plastic welded tub open
2. preparing the tub to be joined together after bearing replacement
3. sealing (waterproof) the tub
4. mechanical fix to hold cut halves of tub together
5. short test - to see if everything works properly

Since I do not address the removal of the tub from the washing machine, replacement of the bearings and remounting the tub into the washing machine in this video, I strongly recommend looking at the video prepared by eSpares.com here:

bearing replacement in washing machine:    • How to Replace Washing Machine Bearings  

If you want to know how to identify and fix other noises in your washing machine, then eSpares.com has a good video on this as well:
- how to prevent a washing machine spinning noisily:    • How to Prevent a Washing Machine Shak...  

If you have a cracked balance weight that needs repairs, have a look at my video here:    • How to fix a washing machine balance ...  

I have shared this for the sole purpose of showing what I did.
I accept no responsible for trying this modification and the consequences of you trying this fix.