Then it gets weirder and weirder.
The chart says BA 3-8 Part # 102393-005 is for the model 15 (except 15-91), 66, 99, 128, 223, 237, 239, 293
I show PH8 for the 201-2 and 1200 series
The BA3-8 falls under the BA3 series. The parts diagram doesn't show grease wicks or springs, but in the "Procedure for inspecting motor" Step #7 of the "At the repair bench" section suggests checking the Lubricating wicks and springs.
Only only risk I can see with removing the wicks on a motor that's supposed to have them is too much of the grease "heating up" and running into the bearing and its surrounding area. If memory serves, often it doesn't so use your own judgement, this shouldn't be a problem.
I guess the side effect of that would be running out of grease in the cups sooner.