** need to get model # **
Yes.
** How easy is it to swap it out **
Replacing an element is not usually very difficult on any age of Whirlpool dryer.
** find parts for a unit that old? **
15 years is not very old for a dryer but until we know the *exact* model number of the appliance, all anyone would be able to do is guess.
JMO
Dan O.
www.Appliance411.com
The Appliance Information Site
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