{"product_id":"oem-goodman-9-x-6-in-blower-wheel-for-awuf18081aa-b1368042s","title":"OEM Goodman 9 x 6 in Blower Wheel for AWUF18081AA — B1368042S","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1368042S 9 x 6 in Blower Wheel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1368042S\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM 9 x 6 inch squirrel-cage blower wheel built for the \u003cstrong\u003eAWUF18081AA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handler and compatible Goodman\/Amana models. The blower wheel moves conditioned air through the duct system, and a cracked, warped, or dirt-loaded wheel causes weak airflow, vibration, and rattling noise. This precision-balanced replacement restores rated CFM and quiet operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1368042S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel Size: 9 in diameter x 6 in width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Forward-curved squirrel cage blower wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment: Air Handler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand Fit: Goodman \/ Amana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel Compatibility: AWUF18081AA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-balanced for smooth, low-vibration operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOEM B1368042S\u003c\/strong\u003e matches the original wheel's diameter, width, bore, and balance exactly — critical for airflow and motor longevity. Generic wheels can run out of balance, straining the blower motor bearings and shortening its life. Choose OEM to protect the more expensive motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModerate to Advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — Requires removing the blower assembly, loosening the set screw on the motor shaft, sliding off the old wheel, and aligning the new wheel to the correct depth. An HVAC technician is recommended. Disconnect power before servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63032417354099,"sku":"B1368042S-GEN","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048175583603,"sku":"B1368042S","price":45.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-blower-wheel-B1368042S_d954acea-7933-45a4-a5ac-496dcaa18430.jpg?v=1782946171","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-9-x-6-in-blower-wheel-for-awuf18081aa-b1368042s","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}