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I don't think the extra capacitance will hurt the motor at all, especially if it is usually started once or twice a day for example.

Many electrolytic caps have a rating tolerance in the very high percentage range anyway (I think + 100%, -35% or more) so I really don't see a problem here.

If you have a clamp-on ammeter a quick check of the running current (if at or below nameplate you're good to go) will answer any concerns.

This has been my experience in the past with projector motors, you actual experience may vary. [Linked Image]

Stupid should be painful.