How do you reinstall the back panel on a kenmore elite mod # 110.16962501 with the clips, I'm about ready to say to heck with them and put in 2 screws to hold the panel in place, I have never seen anything so stupid as these clips are or so difficult to work with

If you can't get the holes lined up, the clips are a pain. Use the screws but be careful and stay away from wires and piping.

I don't know if these will help, but here they are: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8010163/Whirlpool-Kenmore%20washers.zip
I'm in favor of using screws where you won't cause any damage to anything. Keep in mind that a washer vibrates a lot and needs good fasteners. Make sure the screws fit well and do not hit wires or pipes, etc. and you will be okay.