Eureka 1400 lower bearing replacement

[mb_1981]

What parts do I need to replace the lower bearing on a 1489A upright with a 4.8 amp motor? Also, how do I go about installing it? I recently bought the machine off of eBay and I intend to restore it as completely as possible. Thanks.

 

[swingette]

is something wrong with the current bearing? they are usually long lasting.

i believe the old rivets have to be drilled out, then re-riveted once a new bearing and retaining plate is in place. Hesco and some vac shops should be able to supply the "lower bearing kit" You'll likely need a rivet tool to install the new rivets.

 

[hoover28]

1400 bearing

It is best to replace the whole bearing plate housing, on these models. the biger motors you can just change the bearing.
I would replace the top sleeve bearing to, as they are bad most of the time.

Chris

 

[mb_1981]

Is there any sort of trick to getting the old bearing out of the retainer?