Date:         Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:07:01 -0400
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: How can I lubricate a front heater blower motor?
Comments: To: George Averill <averill@MCHSI.COM>
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A number of folks have been creative at lubricating with tubes and other
methods but these motors really are not designed to be serviced. It was
probably about 20years old when it first failed and a high quality
replacement should be good for another 20.
Any a good penetrant will get it turning again and a lube like Synco Teflon
oil or any good oil will keep it turning. Be careful as oil getting on the
commutator/brushes can foul that up and make a real smoky mess. At this time
you may be in need of a heater core anyway.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
George Averill
Sent: Friday, September 14, 2012 10:40 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: How can I lubricate a front heater blower motor?

Does anyone know how to lubricate the front heater blower motor in an 84
Vanagon?  Mine burned up several years ago, and I purchased a used blower
motor.  It is rather hard to turn and evidently needs lubrication.  I can
get to the rear bearing, but the front one is beneath the plastic cover that
makes up the blades of the fan.  Also, what type of lubrication should I
use?

George