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True, but I have never had a hydro pump I could put my bare hand on after a few hours of running, bearings yes but barely. IMO the bearings getting warm/hot is from the friction of the wood being chipped not necessarily bad bearings. The drum/wheel heats up and heat transfers down the shaft to...

IMO if it is going bad run it until the bitter end you are going to have to replace it anyways so why not make a few more dollars first.

I picked up one of these cheap like $10 at Napa in the bargain. Well worth picking up as Kyle said.

I would not worry too much about it. The bearings will get warm with use and the pump will get hot with use. Possibly clean out the hydro oil cooler fins with compressed air or a pressure washer, once the unit is cold. Do the same with the radiator, often. Always a good idea to change any and...