Yes, we did get a new washer. The old one was jealous of the ‘new’ dishwasher — we installed it shortly after moving in, so it is not even 3 years old yet….

But didn’t you replace the washer? Maybe the dishwasher IS jealous!!!

Let’s see about that prefix … he was correct! a GE it is. What a good man he was. ]

Most Kenmore labeled stuff is made by Whirlpool (which bought and ruined Maytag a number of years ago), while wikipedia says that Kenmore dishwashers are made by Electrolux (who also makes Westinghouse among other brands) or Fridigaire (which is also listed as an Electrolux brand on yet another wiki entry)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenmore_Appliances

I found a appliance parts page that says:

Whirlpool and Sears-Kenmore Dishwasher Parts:

* Sears dishwashers with a 665. model number prefix are manufactured by Whirlpool.
* Sears dishwashers with a 587. model number prefix are manufactured by Frigidaire.
* Sears dishwashers with a 363. model number prefix are manufactured by GE.

so you can see if the salesman provided accurate information…..

To get rid of the duct tape, I have to disassemble the water assembly, then cement the bracket to the tub — that should eliminate the need for the duct tape.

The replacement top water arm arrived yesterday and snapped right into place.

If we replace the dishwasher, the refrigerator, stove and dryer will become jealous and want to be replaced too!

There is only so many things duct tape can fix and then only for so long … repalce it and give yourself one less thing to grouse about!