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On 10/5/24 16:37, Jeff Liebermann wrote:
> On Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:29:34 -0700, Jeff Liebermann <jeffl@cruzio.com>
> wrote:
> (...)
> 
> One more thought.  If the motor uses ball or roller bearing, and
> you've given the bearings a solvent bath, you will probably need to
> repack them with grease.  If they're sealed bearing, you'll soon need
> to replace them.  Please don't ask me how I know about this.
> 
> 
Footnote: If it has bearings, do NOT put it in a strong ultrasonic bath. 
You may end up with welded together bearings...I've had it happen.