This worked just the way I expected it too. I sprayed the axle nuts with penetrating fluid a couple days prior to trying to get them off. I used a 3-pound mini sledge and the nuts started moving after the first couple blows. Tip: If possible, leave the wheel and tire on, and keep the vehicle on the ground until you get the nut moving.
NEW!! QUALITY FRONT LOAD SAMSUNG WASHER TUB BEARING AND SEAL KIT DC97-17040B
22 Feb, 2023
Great product but installation takes a little time
If you are handy and have changed a set of wheel bearings in a car previously, you should be able to handle this project. My washer had to be almost completely disassembled in order to replace the bearings, but it's worth it given a new, comparable washer is $1,100 or more these days.
I spent one day disassembling the washer and replacing the bearings. Then spent the next day putting it back together. There a several videos on YouTube which take you through the process, and I suggest taking photos of things before you start to take stuff apart.
There is nothing very difficult about the disassembly and reassembly process and there are no special tools required for the job, but, depending on your machine, it could take a bit of time.
On the bright side, this project will also allow you the opportunity to thoroughly clean your front load washing machine.