Whirlpool LSR8233E..2 problems..you have to slam the lid down to get it to continue the cycle, what's wrong? Also, the upper agitator doesn't seem to move as much, and clothes just kind of sit there. Will repairs cost so much that it's better to buy a new machine??? Many thanks in advance

first question is this a top loader if it is as to the agitator not spinning as much the part costs maybe 5-9 dollars and the part is called agitator dogs.as to your first question you might want to replace the lid switch should cost maybe 29.00 the most if your able to do this job yourself you would save alot labor alone on this job is where most technicians make there money you can look up marcone and they will not only be able to order you the part but they will also be able to send it to your location first question is this a top loader if it is as to the agitator not spinning as much the part costs maybe 5-9 dollars and the part is called agitator dogs.as to your first question you might want to replace the lid switch should cost maybe 29.00 the most if your able to do this job yourself you would save alot labor alone on this job is where most technicians make there money you can look up marcone and they will not only be able to order you the part but they will also be able to send it to your location