Pros & Cons
Pros
Installation instructions are easy to follow and it comes with the tools you need. Fairly easy to install. Just what was needed.
The 5/64 hex wrench is included with this kit. There are two configurations of drive socket. Set screw is located opposite the vitamix logo.
Highlights
Quality
Quality product, easy to install, will extend the life of my vitamix for years to come
I was able to prevent slipping on the original drive socket by loosening the 5/64 set screw, lifting the drive socket up about ... Read More
Our 10+ year old vitamix wasn't blending well and making a horrible high-pitched noise.
The non-oem part nearly ruined my machine, wasn't sized correctly, didn't fit properly.
Price
This probably saved us hundreds of dollars on repairs or a replacement.
Glad to get this genuine part now, which i had avoided because the price shot up to $44 bucks at the time.
(even the hex wrench was included to install it) cheaper to buy here at amazon than buying at commercial restaurant equipment supplier.
Shipping
It came quickly and was an easy fix.
This is an original part, received very quickly.
Very easy to replace and very fast shipping
Overview
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- This product had a total of 2,717 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jul 19 2024.
Helpful InsightsBETA
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Love my vitaix but the instructions are terrible
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Call to get the right instructions
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
We ruined one by following the instructions that come with the replacement piece
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Easy to install but shows that the matching bit on the blade is warn as well that will be next
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Our 10 year old vitamix wasnt blending well and making a horrible highpitched noise
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The problem was a worn out drive socket
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Rather than paying to have it repaired by a pro we took a chance and ordered this replacement part
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Our vitamix wasnt working anymore