My CMM1000 type 2 from 1996 wouldn't start and thanks to this forum I diagnosed it as a worn out brush. As a temporary fix, I inserted a small shim to get contact between the brush and commutator again.
Now I need to get new brushes and install them, and I'm looking for advice on this. The braided lead from the brush is attached to the power lead with a crimped-on connector. That seems fine for factory installation, but not so great for user replacement. If I buy new brushes, such as black & decker lawn mowers, do they come with the connector? If not, how have others made the connection?
Background on the mower -- I am the original owner and have used it regularly for 18 years now. I finally had to replace the batteries a few years ago, and I've replaced the blade once. I suspect it's one of only a few this old that is still in use.
Thanks.
Now I need to get new brushes and install them, and I'm looking for advice on this. The braided lead from the brush is attached to the power lead with a crimped-on connector. That seems fine for factory installation, but not so great for user replacement. If I buy new brushes, such as black & decker lawn mowers, do they come with the connector? If not, how have others made the connection?
Background on the mower -- I am the original owner and have used it regularly for 18 years now. I finally had to replace the batteries a few years ago, and I've replaced the blade once. I suspect it's one of only a few this old that is still in use.
Thanks.