Is a shop vac repairable?
This afternoon my shop vac started to sound like the bearings are going out. I check everything without taking it apart and nothing seems wrong except for the sound it now makes, particularly at start up. Could be the fins inside? are broken but it sounds like motor bearings to me. i'll have to take it apart but I was wondering if anyone has done any similar repairs to one. It's a Shop Vac 12 gal., older, probably had it 15-20 years.
Replacing Bushing With Bearing Worked!
I found this site/thread while searching for repairs to a screeching ShopVac. I read all comments & several YouTube videos later, I was able to repair mine for less than $4! The guy in video shows a worn out bushing. The part it fits in is made to house a bearing which lasts much longer. I ordered a 608 2rs bearing, followed his instructions & my vac is working again. I have pics but dont see option here. Her is the link to the video. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...DFqmo5YN_OeTD6