I received a reply from George at SoundTraxx regarding this issue:
Stu, it would not be the first time I’ve seen this. The second run of the IM AC-4 Cab Forwards experienced this too. The motors are not always the high quality motors we expect in all these models. These had bushings that we’re expanding and restricting the shaft motion, causing the decoder and motor to run hot because it was up near stall current the whole time. When we found out what was happening, they started a remotor plan.
So, it would not shock me.. but no, there is not a CV that will run the motor cooler. Sorry.
Good luck.
Thanks!
So it looks like there is nothing that can be done short of remotoring it. I'll just run it as it is until or if the motor burns out.
Stuart