All that grime is what was keeping it going. It will never run right again. LOLOur washing machine has had a mildew smell for a while now. It's probably about 10 years old, works perfectly and looks good (on the outside).
Finally took it apart today to deep clean.
Took about two hours start to finish. Had to clean the tub part in place but the rest got pressure washed.
Absolutely disgusting but well worth it.