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   QCInspector | Apr 16, 2006 11:27pm | #1

   If the there is any of the original cord still attached (even a stub) then reconnect the same with the new. If the one with the cord is a match for the other of the same HP then you can duplicate that one at least.

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   PeteBradley | Apr 16, 2006 11:55pm | #2

   Those are most likely fine quality motors. They may not have been grounded originally. I recommend that you use a wire with ground and attach the ground wire to the motor body.

   Pete

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   Doc | Apr 17, 2006 01:33am | #3

   I would like to replace the original cord with a grounded cord.  I'm not sure how to get the motor apart in order to re-wire it.  There are four long threaded rods that run from one end to the other.  There is also a plate that you can remove to  get at the nuts where the wires attach, but I'm not sure how to fish the new wire through the body of the motor and to that location without pulling it apart.  There is a mount with on/off toggle switch where the cord inserts.  My plan was to by-pass the switch.  I brought a previous identical motor to a re-wind shop and had a new cord put on.  He also bypassed the switch.  If nothing else, I'll bring it in to have someone do it.  I just don't think it will be very complicated if I'm able to get the wires fished into it or take it apart.  Or perhaps I should leave it to the pros.  Thanks.

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   PeteBradley | Apr 17, 2006 03:22am | #4

   You should be able to take off the plate and perhaps a switch box to access the connections for your new wire. Your local motor shop is a good bet too as this job should be cheap. I recommend against opening up the end bells (the cast iron ends held on by those threaded rods) unless you have some familiarity with what you're going to find. Small motors can be very fiddly to get back together.Pete

   Edited 4/16/2006 8:24 pm ET by PeteBradley

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   Doc | Apr 17, 2006 04:09am | #5

   I appreciate the advice.  I think I will just take it to a local shop.  Before moving here, the last motor cost me $12 to have a new cord put on it.  I know it will be more here, but I think I will find a local shop to fix it.  I'd rather have it done right and leave me spare time for other home repairs.  Thanks for all the advice.  If anyone does know a web site for diagrams, I would still be interested in the inner workings.  Thanks again.

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   mike_b | Apr 26, 2006 03:36am | #6

   Looks like it has been a while since this post has been active, but I'll jump in with a bit of information that may be helpful. You may already have been there, but you might try visiting the Old Woodworking Machines Web site. http://www.owwm.com/Lots of great stuff on King Seeley machines made for Sears. And, there are many manuals available for download. It's a really great site. Hope this helps.

   Edited 4/25/2006 8:38 pm ET by Mike_B