How do I replace the motor on a Dyson DCO7?

Our Dyson has just bit the dust just over two years after purchase. Motor has burnt out. Local shop can fix for £80.00 but I can get a new motor for £30.00. Is replacing the motor an easy job? Any hints or tips gratefully received!

Cheers
Dacron, July 2004


done
so? how did it go? - same problem here

phil, January 2005
I am just about to find out how easy replacing a motor is!! I have the same problem, two and a half year old DC07 and the motor goes!!! not impressed!!
please email with any tips if you did do it yourself!! theajjs@aol.com

andy, September 2004
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