Inspect the field windings. Look for black burns or melting. If the windings are copper-colored, you are golden. If they are charcoal, the motor is a parts donor.
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Most Layndare fans used sintered bronze (Oilite) bearings. Soak them in motor oil (30W non-detergent) for 24 hours. Do not use WD-40; it will dissolve the lubrication. Inspect the field windings
Remove the four screws holding the motor casing together. Note: Layndare used British Standard Whitworth threads. A metric wrench will strip them. Use a proper Whitworth set. If they are charcoal, the motor is a parts donor
Flathead screwdriver, wire brush, 600-grit sandpaper, dielectric grease, a hammer (gentle taps only), and a 12V battery.
The commutator (the copper slotted ring at the end of the armature) will be black with carbon. Sand it gently until it shines like a new penny. Do not use steel wool—the fibers will cause shorts.