Thanks gang for all the input. Turns out my "three year old heater" is actually six years old. LOL. I did call the Cadet Heater factory which is 130 miles south of me and the darn thing has a five year warranty. Anyway our local Home Depot has taken them off the shelf (seasonal item). I did find a local shop that carries replacement motors for $95. and I'll be back in the race.
