Let me start by saying this GE WB30M2 replacement coil saved my 20-year-old stove from retirement! After my original burner gave out, I was facing a potential kitchen remodel just to fit a modern range. This $40 part was my last hope.

The good news first: It fits perfectly in my vintage GE drop-in range. The heating performance is just like the original - gets hot quickly and distributes heat evenly. I've been using it daily for months now with no issues. The build quality feels solid, and it's clearly made to OEM specifications.

However, there are some quirks worth noting. Like several reviewers mentioned, the center cap isn't branded "Genuine Calrod" like the original (though you can swap caps if that matters to you). Mine arrived with slightly bent prongs too - nothing a pair of pliers couldn't fix, but annoying for a new part.

The biggest surprise? While it functions identically to the original, the appearance is slightly different - more circles in the coil design. Honestly, I think it looks better than my old one! It actually provides better pot contact surface area.

Installation was straightforward - just unplug the old one and plug this in. No tools required beyond maybe those pliers if your prongs arrive bent like mine did.

For anyone with an older GE electric range (mine's from 2002), this is absolutely worth trying before you consider replacing your entire stove. Just temper your expectations about perfect cosmetic matching if that matters to you. At this price point though, getting fully functional replacement parts for obsolete appliances is a win in my book!