Saturday morning:
Tech re-installed old motor to tide me over but will install new motor
(yes, it is the motor), and do a new motor/fire box "flame retention"
replacement later next week. Box is fire brick lined. This is what he
planned to do. I just didn't understand this procedure before.

I appreciate all the good advice & suggestions you all have given. May
be back in a few years for more help. Happy Holidays !! 'Liza

"Life is short. Eat chocolate"