[USER=3735]@madman[/USER]:
I did already try your method; it helped slightly, but the Hoover brushes come stock with ridges, far from that smooth, curved edge characteristic of well-seated brushes.
My machine definitely needs a new top bearing so I think I will try vacman1961's method.
[USER=3506]@lesinutah[/USER]:
In the thread you shared the link to, eurekastar warned of a hazard, saying "Be [careful] not to touch [the lead wires]. You might be in for the shock of your life!" I'm not sure I understand what he is referring to.
