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Originally Posted by BobR07Z
Thanks for the input, I have seen a bunch of video and material on the motor assembly replaced but not much on just the motor. I can't figure out why when the cost is so much less. I'm just wondering if there is a reason for replacing the complete unit except for losing some fluid and having to deal with that. I'll keep searching and in the meantime just use arm power. I will come back when and if I do just the motor and report how it went.
Thanks for all and any responses.  |
Update:
OK, I just finished removing the top pump/motor assembly thru the trunk, that link that you shared was very, very good and it made me decide to not remove the top. It is not a easy job, but if you follow the instructions, it's all there. (The motor case was half full of water). I tested the motor again at the motor to make sure that was the problem and sure enough. I did separate the motor from the pump and was quite surprised as to why more people aren't replacing just the motor. You have to separate very carefully and not loose any of the pins or spring, and have something to catch the fluid, but that's it! Watch how it comes apart and it really isn't a big deal.
I ordered the motor $117, and fluid $16, from ebay. Note that you want to get the exact motor replacement. I found a seller that advertises the motor built in Germany, not China, so I will wait a week now and proceed to put it all back together when I get it.
Thanks again for your posting and the link you shared.
update to come*