Finally got around to pulling the blower motor (not hard, just fiddly and time consuming). It feels like the bearings are siezed. It is difficult to rotate the armature. I put on a few drops of WD-40 and it loosened up a small amount but by no means is it turning freely. Both brushes looked OK and moved freely in their holders. Am I correct in assuming it is off to the the pick-n-pull I go? A new one (no dust filter by the way) can be had for between $100 and $350 depending on manuf. and vendor (eBay is cheapest). Got a few quotes on used ones w/guarantees & shipping for as low as $65. Anyone know of a better idea??

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