I just glanced at RS555 motors. It appears that the RS555SA is a high speed model. One seller claimed 8,000 rpm at 12v. No other seller claimed that.
I even found a new one with ball bearings however that one only said 5 or 6,000 rpm at 12v.
I would keep looking closer for what would be a replacement if I can't get a better sealed Pittman motor.
I'm thinking a RS555 with ball bearings and a gear change might be the cure as a back-up plan.