If any of those cover plates are steel, it is unlikely that the paint
will hold up well on the edges. You *might* find that that it gets
pretty rusty in short order. On the other hand, if the case and covers
are powder coated, might be fine. If you are troubled by it, I'd say no.

Ignoramus30909 wrote:
I am selling a DC PM motor (90v, 3/4 HP on ebay). I bought two, will
use one to convert my drill press to DC, and I am trying to sell
another one.

Anyway. The motor is TEFC (totally enclosed, fan cooled) and
everything seems to be gasketed. Brushes as well as connection box.

I received an email from a disabled buyer with very limited budget who
wants to build a windmill. He would like to know if this motor is
suitable for a generator and whether it is weatherproof and can be
left exposed. I want to double make sure so that I do not mislead him.

Any thoughts?

thanks

i