[Rhoderman]

Uhhhmmm, in picture #4, is that bearing seal just a lump of melted plastic???!!!

If that's grease, it's waaaay too much for a motor.

If it's plastic, I think we know where your problem is.

New bearings from Fastenal could make your world a better place. I just figured out my bearings are out, so I'll be ordering a set myself. When I bought bearings for my air compressor motor, I was amazed at the price! Try them. I'm not associated with them, they've just impressed me with the stuff they carry.