XPARTCO W10721967 Washer Drive Clutch Kit
The XPARTCO W10721967 is an aftermarket replacement drive clutch kit — often called a "splutch" kit — for Whirlpool-built top-load washers. This assembly sits at the base of the transmission and works together with the mode shift actuator to control how power reaches the washer: during agitation, the clutch engages to drive the washplate back and forth, and during spin, it locks up to spin the inner wash basket at full speed. The name "splutch" comes from what it actually is — part spring, part clutch — and that spring-loaded design is what lets the same assembly smoothly transition between the gentle agitate motion and the much more forceful spin cycle.
This is a complete 6-piece kit: spring, clutch housing, cam ring, basket drive gear, drive pulley, and mounting nut, so you're replacing the entire wear-prone assembly at once rather than chasing individual worn components. Over time the clutch's friction surfaces glaze over and wear down, the cam ring's engagement points round off, and the spring loses tension — all of which produce the same telltale complaint: a loud grinding, clicking, or clunking noise during agitation or spin, sometimes alongside a washer that spins weakly, agitates but won't spin, or runs hot and starts to smell from the friction of a slipping clutch. It directly replaces AP5951296, W10006352, W10006353, W10006354, W10006356, W10006382, W10239973, W10315818, W10326374, W10536113, W10721967VP, W10818965, W11396423, 3319979, and PS10057144.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO W10721967 Washer Drive Clutch Kit fixes Whirlpool-built top-load washers with loud grinding, clicking, or clunking noise during agitation or spin, a washer that agitates but won't spin, weak or no spin, an overheating smell, or a drum that doesn't spin the pump properly. Complete 6-piece "splutch" kit — spring, housing, cam ring, basket drive gear, pulley, and nut. Replaces AP5951296, W10006352, W10006353, W10006354, W10006356, W10006382, W10239973, W10315818, W10326374, W10536113, W10721967VP, W10818965, W11396423, 3319979, PS10057144. Often replaced together with the drive belt, since both wear on a similar schedule and share the same teardown.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Loud grinding, clicking, or clunking noise during agitation or spin
- Washer agitates normally but won't spin, or spins very weakly
- Drive pump doesn't rotate properly, leading to slow or incomplete draining
- Washer stops agitating partway through a cycle
- Washer running unusually hot, sometimes with a burning or odd odor
- Loud noise specifically when transitioning between agitate and spin
- Clothes coming out excessively wet because the spin cycle isn't reaching full speed
- Rattling or looseness felt at the drive pulley when the basket is turned by hand
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This washer drive clutch kit directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
W10721967, W10721967VP, AP5951296, W10006352, W10006353, W10006354, W10006356, W10006382, W10239973, W10315818, W10326374, W10536113, W10818965, W11396423, 3319979, PS10057144, EAP10057144, AWP40988, PD00005593.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This drive clutch kit is compatible with select Whirlpool-built top-load washers across the Whirlpool family of brands, including:
- Whirlpool top-load washers — WTW series
- Maytag top-load washers — MVWC series (select Whirlpool-built models)
- Kenmore top-load washers — KATW and NTW series (select Whirlpool-built models)
- Amana top-load washers (select models)
- Crosley top-load washers (select models)
- Roper top-load washers (select models)
- Inglis top-load washers (select models)
Verified model numbers include: 1CWTW4705GW0, 1CWTW4705GW1, 1CWTW4705GW2, 1CWTW4815EW0, 1CWTW4815EW1, 1CWTW4815EW2, 1CWTW4815EW3, 1CWTW4840YW2, 1CWTW4845EW0, 1CWTW4845EW1, 1CWTW4845EW2, 1CWTW4845EW3, 2DWTW4740YQ1, 4GWTW1805LW0, 4GWTW1805LW1, 4GWTW1955LW0, 4GWTW1955LW1, 4GWTW3000FW0, 4GWTW3000FW1, 4GWTW4740YQ3, 4GWTW4800YQ3, 4KATW5215FW0, 4KATW5415FW0, 4KMVWC215FW0, 4KMVWC315FW0, 4KMVWC410JW0, 4KMVWC415FW0, 4KMVWC420JW0, 4KMVWC425FW0, 4KMVWC430JW0, 4KMVWC440JW0, 4KNTW3100JW0, 4KNTW3200JW0, 4KNTW3300JW0, 7MWGT4027HW1, WTW5000DW1, and MVWX655DW1.
Note: This kit fits Whirlpool's belt-drive top-load washer platform specifically. It is not intended for direct-drive designs that don't use a separate clutch and belt system. Because this drive clutch kit fits an extremely broad range of model years and revisions, always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Complete 6-piece "splutch" kit — spring, clutch housing, cam ring, basket drive gear, drive pulley, and mounting nut
- Works together with the mode shift actuator to engage agitation and lock up for full-speed spin
- Resolves "grinding or clicking noise," "won't spin," "agitates but won't spin," and "overheating smell" symptoms caused by clutch wear
- Replaces the entire wear-prone assembly at once rather than individual components
- Direct drop-in replacement for the washer transmission's drive pulley and clutch assembly
- Replaces AP5951296, W10006352, W10006353, W10006354, W10006356, W10006382, W10239973, W10315818, W10326374, W10536113, W10721967VP, W10818965, W11396423, 3319979, and PS10057144
- Compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, Roper, and Inglis top-load washers
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
W10721967 |
| OEM Part Number |
W10721967 / AP5951296 |
| Part Type |
Washer Drive Clutch Kit ("Splutch") |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application |
Whirlpool-Built Belt-Drive Top-Load Washers |
| Kit Contents |
Spring, clutch housing, cam ring, basket drive gear, drive pulley, mounting nut |
| Function |
Engages agitation and locks up for full-speed spin |
| Repair Difficulty |
Moderate — 30-45 minutes |
| Quantity |
1 clutch kit (6 pieces) |
| Compatible Brands |
Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, Roper, Inglis |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Washer And Shut Off Water Before Starting — Tip Onto Its Back Or Front With Care Disconnect power at the outlet or shut off the circuit breaker, and close the water supply valves before beginning. Wear work gloves. Access is from underneath the washer: remove the inner wash basket first (this typically requires a large basket-hub or spanner tool and applying steady upward pressure to break the basket free from the drive hub), then carefully tip the washer onto its back or front, protecting the top and any control panel with a blanket or padding as you lay it down. Photograph the belt and pulley arrangement before disconnecting anything. Remove the drive belt from the motor pulley, then remove the mounting nut and pull the old clutch/pulley assembly off the transmission shaft — a puller tool can help if it's seized. Install the new W10721967 assembly onto the shaft in the same orientation, torque the mounting nut to the manufacturer's specification, and reinstall the drive belt, checking that it seats correctly in the pulley grooves. Carefully stand the washer back upright, reinstall the wash basket, and reconnect it to the drive hub. Restore water and power, then run a full test cycle through agitate and spin, listening for the grinding or clicking noise that prompted the repair. Tools needed: basket-hub removal tool or spanner wrench, socket set, 13mm socket, 5/16" nut driver, pliers, work gloves, and a helper to assist with tipping the washer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "splutch" mean, and why is it sold as one kit instead of individual parts?
"Splutch" is shorthand for spring-clutch — the assembly combines a spring-loaded clutch mechanism with the drive pulley and gear that together control agitation and spin. Whirlpool sells this as a single kit because the individual components wear together and interact closely; replacing just the pulley while leaving a worn cam ring or a fatigued spring in place often means the noise or slipping symptom returns quickly. Replacing the complete kit resolves the failure at its actual source.
My washer agitates fine but won't spin. Is this the clutch?
It's one of the most common causes of exactly that symptom. The clutch has to lock up firmly to transfer full power into spinning the basket; if its friction surfaces have worn down or glazed over, it can still engage well enough for the lighter agitation motion but slip under the higher torque demand of spin. If you hear grinding or clicking specifically as the washer transitions into spin, that reinforces the clutch as the likely cause.
Should I replace the drive belt at the same time?
It's worth strongly considering. The belt and clutch wear on a similar schedule and share the same teardown — you're already tipping the washer over and removing the belt to access the clutch, so replacing a belt that's showing wear at the same time saves you from repeating the whole disassembly again in the near future. Inspect the belt for glazing, cracking, or fraying while it's off and replace it if it shows any of those signs.
The washer smells hot or burnt. Is that dangerous, and does it point to this part?
A worn clutch that's slipping generates friction heat, which can produce a warm, slightly burnt smell — this is a real symptom of clutch wear and not something to ignore, since continued operation in that state accelerates wear on the clutch and can stress the drive motor. If you notice this smell along with weak or absent spin, stop using the washer and address the clutch before running further loads.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the spring tension, cam ring engagement geometry, pulley dimensions, and mounting configuration of the original W10721967 clutch kit used in compatible Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, Roper, and Inglis top-load washers.
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