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KJINTF
Sep 17, 2014Explorer
Thanks for the tip
I agree most cheaply built electric motors but not all have bushings
However have to disagree regarding increased noise with proper high quality bearings when properly lubed as they should always be
Replaced the drop in sealed ball bearings in the house furnace motor just a few years back after 20 years or so of service - no complaints there. The RV's 12 Volt air compressor electric motor has replaceable drop in ball bearings as well as several other electric motors around this place.
The furnace makes a bit of noise when moving air anyway. My desire is to replace a cheaply built electric motor (that is currently working great) with a high quality motor which draws less current.
I agree most cheaply built electric motors but not all have bushings
However have to disagree regarding increased noise with proper high quality bearings when properly lubed as they should always be
Replaced the drop in sealed ball bearings in the house furnace motor just a few years back after 20 years or so of service - no complaints there. The RV's 12 Volt air compressor electric motor has replaceable drop in ball bearings as well as several other electric motors around this place.
The furnace makes a bit of noise when moving air anyway. My desire is to replace a cheaply built electric motor (that is currently working great) with a high quality motor which draws less current.
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