Hoover Junior 375. Fitting new mains cable.

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Hi,
I'm looking to fit a new mains cable to the above as the original is in a very dangerous state. I did this to my Hoover 119 with no problem as there is a little connection block where the mains flex screws into and out from there are plastic coated wires going to the motor, easy.
The 375 has the mains flex going straight into the motor. I've removed the armature and brushes but cannot see how the field coils are removed. It appears that they are a push fit into the bakelite casing with thin metal shims. I think I'm overlooking something obvious here. Any advice gratefully received.
Thanks
Des.

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Is it possible to remove the handle socket / pivot arrangement from the top of the motor casing? There may be screws hidden under that.

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Hi,
I'll have a look into that.
thanks,
Des.

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Hi,
I had another look this a few days ago. It seems the way to remove the field section of the motor is to remove the shims that separate from the bakelite motor housing. These proved to be very stubborn but they eventually came loose. I've removed all the dust and fluff, the rear bearing housing and brush holders. These were cleaned up with meths and I've washed the bakelite housing in soapy water and polished. The handle and bag clip were quite rusty in places. These have been rubbed down and sprayed with black smoothrite. The on/off switch doesn't feel too good in it's operation. It looks as if it isn't meant to be taken apart. I think I'll have to by pass this. Tomorrow I'll soak the rear bearing in oil and then it's time to fit the new cable.
Cheers,
Des.