I have the machine cleaned up, it spins freely, the motor spins freely when the drive wheel is not against the handwheel. The motor will move the machine most of the time, but sometimes it needs a little help to get it started.
Also, when removing the brush caps from the motor one broke and 1/2 of it was launched by the spring into unknown parts of the garage. I have a temporary fix, a cut down and threaded wire nut, but I don't think this will last.
Anyone have any ideas where to find a brush cap for one of these Kenmore motors?