In the picture above (top), notice that the long case bolts are eroded near the end. This is the part of the bolt that was exposed to water. These bolts are nearly at the failure point.
I have received two recommendations with regard to the moisture
problem in the furling motor: use silicone to seal the recessed area
around the head of the two case bolts (the long bolts that hold the motor
together), and drill weep holes at the bottom of the motor (in the end
plate that holds the brushes) to allow any water to drip out.
I ordered a new motor today from Eric Pearson, the source of parts for these old Hood systems.
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