Complete Snowblower Auger Gear Box Rebuild!

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5 жыл бұрын

Complete Snowblower Auger Gear Box Rebuild!
In this video I show how to do a complete auger gear box rebuild on a snowblower that didn't have the proper shear pins and thus caused internal damage.
This procedure will apply to most snowblowers.
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@rcnelson Жыл бұрын

What is really excellent about this video is that the process isn't easy-peasy like so many DIY videos which make the poor viewer think he can effortlessly fix the problem. Donyboy shows how to get around obstacles and gives hacks as to how best do the repair. Very nicely done.

@robertking8298 2 жыл бұрын

At 73 yrs old, I just spent 12 hrs on my knees, in the driveway, on Ground hog day, replacing the main drive bronze bushing, in my 2003 Arians 8.5/24. Yea I went through about 3 pairs of rubber gloves, had to use the torch on the pulley. and removed every part from the drive system and replaced the rubber drive wheel while at it. I couldn't find a video on this repair so I had to figure the whole thing out my self. You can't do this stuff in the nursing home. Your videos are always great. I wish you had done one on that bronze bushing. It might have saved me a few hrs.

@kmiller5808 5 ай бұрын

Robert, nice job that shows you keep going, keep learning, keep succeeding. Just 1 thing, don't take on a big challenge like this on ground hog day - better to lay low so you don't get caught in a repetitious cycle!

@_multiverse_ 5 жыл бұрын

"I'm just gunna tap it lightly with this brass hammer" -beats the fuck out of it I love this guy

@charger19691 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent repair Don. Apparently, 127 people who gave this a thumbs down have no idea what proper repairs look like. Painted and everything, ready to go! 👍🏻

@shrimptunes3463 6 ай бұрын

I’ve watched dozens and dozens of repair videos for cars, bikes and power equipment, but this video was so well thought out, executed and explained, I’m flabbergasted!!! You sir, are an excellent instructor!

@johnnyjimj 5 жыл бұрын

The quality of your videos and their educational value never cease to amaze me!

@alexanderwademd Жыл бұрын

I am STUNNED by the level of detail and teaching you are giving for this job. I am at 10:30 and you are giving pointers about the shear pin and I just have to say that my fears that this next generation not being able to fix their stuff are completely gone, all they will need to do is find one of your videos and they will be just fine! I had to learn things the hard way, what a gift it is to have your knowledge and experience available to everyone! Keep up the good work.

@artb.7374 Жыл бұрын

I have a old Murray and the auger was bend, needed to take it off, your video was perfect thank you

@Fireship1 5 жыл бұрын

Did this job a few years ago. Also replaced my friction disc. All from using your videos as a guide. Thanks for providing these videos! They are much appreciated!

@Silversmith925 5 жыл бұрын

Revisiting some of your old videos and then watching this most recent video, this channel just keeps getting better and better. Keep up the great informative videos, I always pick up a pointer or two.

@gulsunkarybekoba6444 2 жыл бұрын

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@poppyatcs4529 4 жыл бұрын

Love your calm laid back manner and the ease with which you explain things so even I can understand it!

@RaysLaughsAndLyrics 2 жыл бұрын

There are two Craftsmen in this video..only one has a pulse.. great job. Best to You and Yours.

@tonyhowe4104 3 жыл бұрын

I have to fully agree with others comments. Your information is detailed......never assuming the viewer knows a supposed obvious step.....and i'm a big fan of getting close into the part you are working on......as opposed to some you tubers who put the camera 10 feet ftom the small part they are working on!!! Verbal and video detail is extremely important for instructional video.....which you do superbly!! Keep it up!!

@rjb6327 4 жыл бұрын

A pleasure to watch someone that knows what he's doing.

@TheTmeb Жыл бұрын

Excellent work, in fact one of the best instructional videos I have ever watched! I appreciate your non-use of music and your highly descriptive procedures!

@rodfair5698 2 жыл бұрын

I swear to all that is holy Don, you could make watching paint dry interesting !!

@notyourpapa 5 жыл бұрын

I am a long time subscriber. What great videos and great work. Someone be lucky to have a mechanic like you.

@Deathadder1994 5 жыл бұрын

So glad you’re still doing these videos! I started watching like 4-5 years ago! Love your work mate

@heathwirt8919 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Bolens 824 with a bad gearbox that's been sitting in my shed for more than a few years. At the time it failed the price on a new gearbox was quite high so I purchased a new Ariens to replace it. Always loved the snowblower and it gave me about thirty years of good service. I may price out the gears and bushings and fix that beast after watching this very well documented repair video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@rla1000 4 жыл бұрын

This is the best how-to video I have ever seen on any subject. There are many excellent videos on various topics but most are amateurish and fair to poor quality overall. Very clear video of excellent quality but just as importantly every view provides good context of what you are doing, i.e., not too close and not too far away. Very clear audio and excellent description of every step. No repetition and no stumbling around, no extraneous information and no information left out - very well thought out.

@ronjenkins7050 3 жыл бұрын

Great work! You make it all look easy. Even when it's putting up a fight, you power right through it. It took me several hours just to get the pulley off of an older, mid 90's Atlas. After two different pullers, heating it, hammering it, etc., that pulley was destroyed. It began to tear around the sleeve that goes over the shaft, so I ended up cutting it off. The bearing put up a similar fight. I'll probably end up needing to change the impeller shaft now. The snowblower worked ok to begin with, but wasn't throwing snow very well. And I noticed that impeller pulley/shaft was making noise in the housing (like a quiet cement mixer) and moving up and down inside the bearing, rather than turning smoothly. So I believe all that was causing extra drag on the impeller. I'm just taking apart the gearbox, checking it and re-greasing everything since I have it tore down this far. Low and behold, even the front augers are seized to the front shaft and don't want to come off. Same deal as yours where they had regular bolts in those augers instead of shear bolts. And someone else was here before me as well, because there were already pry marks and slight bends in the pulley. I don't think they ever got it off though. I think they gave up and just decided to use it the way it was. haha. Subscribed!

@idadho 5 жыл бұрын

I've done this repair a couple times. Some Kroil on that shaft will help it come out. Kroil on the bearing also helps far better than penetrating oil. I use 1/4 inch x 2 1/2 inch CARRIAGE BOLTS and RED WIRE NUTS for the shear pins. They can be quickly changed out in the snow with gloves on. I used a sanding sponge to clean the crud off the auger shaft before sliding the case off. I have never had to pound so hard. SearsPartsDirect sold me the parts. The phone agents can often discount the parts to better than the discount parts distributors. Murray/Craftsman specs a cold weather Lubriplate for the gear box with a brass worm gear. I made a blade adapter so I can convert the snow blower to a snow plow by removing the blower housing. It works great for sidewalk maintenance when the city requires sidewalks to stay clean even when there is not enough snow to blow it.

@kawonnowak 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant real-world walk-through all the usual challenges that require Plan B and then Plan C to get things done. Fantastic video thanks.

@daved.4740 5 жыл бұрын

Another awesome easy to understand video. Dony you are the best!!!

@lucpainchaud1053 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful instructive vidéo Don! Thanks to take the time!

@kentwood6099 5 жыл бұрын

Its great to have you making informational videos again Donyboy. Thanks Kent

@buddyhlc 5 жыл бұрын

This man is a great teacher. There's a thing called 'it" and it applies to whatever it is that we are trying to convey in life when it comes to repairing small engines he has "it". I watch all his videos. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge.

@finbargolden5825 4 жыл бұрын

Again, a thorough and detailed explanation of the process. Well done Don, you are my number one go-to for all repair videos.

@elshep2485 5 жыл бұрын

In every way, this is an A+ instructional video.

@christophergarry4111 3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@bradboustead1682 3 жыл бұрын

☝️Truth 100%

@aleblanc3547 5 жыл бұрын

Great detail and very nicely produced, Don! Thanks!!!

@lpjbird Жыл бұрын

By far the best..most informative video I’ve ever watched. I feel confident now enough to tackle this job myself. Thanks

@deanrhodenizer938 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very practical and down to earth repair video. My first snow thrower was a Craftsman branded unit. I did learn something I wasn’t aware of previously and that relates to overtightening of the shear bolts. I have a Honda snow thrower now and the auger shear bolts in that are tightened fully. I’ll say one thing about the Craftsman unit, everything was fixable and it was not overly complex. I got twelve years from mine when I declined to invest in a new auger housing - rusted, the engine was still running fine. Just a couple of final things... One relates to wrench sizes and bolt sizes. In the SAE world, a 1/2” wrench fits a 5/16” bolt, so the bolt (3:30) is not 1/2” If a 1/2" wrench fits it. Additionally, clevis pins are not hair clips (1:55). I am not meaning to be critical, just thought you would want to know.

@MikeJones-jr5hb 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely done Don! Your video quality, closeups, lighting & instructions are superior bar none. Thanks for the video. 😎👌👌

@kjell-richardlvdal373 5 жыл бұрын

very good video, i like especially you do all the repair in one long video, always right to the point , and no short cuts, just like new LESSON FROM THIS VIDEO, ALWAYS USE CORRECT SHEARBOLT, MUCH CHEAPER THAN A NEW GEARBOX

@MrElPoderozo1 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I found your channel here in You tube. Your videos are very helpful. You are very good explaining and pay attention to details that makes it easy for us,thank you.

@spicyhot1695 4 жыл бұрын

Don, you are truly the small engine Doctor. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@paullemay3218 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this very extensive repair video. 😎🇨🇦

@andrewwoodward6560 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work, Don! Love the longer video's, Thanks!

@SimpleLife1971 4 жыл бұрын

Don, another fantastic video! I always enjoy watching and listening to your detailed explanation while you work. Thank you again!

@robd7703 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great timing for me. I am getting the snowblower ready for the winter season. Your video is excellent

@michaelferrantelli9961 2 жыл бұрын

You are a true craftsman that takes pride and care in your work. You don't see that too much these days.

@baddad5781 4 жыл бұрын

I wanted too say thank you for all your videos on small engine, mowers and snow blower repair. The way you film and present the videos is very easy to understand and I personally really enjoy them.

@donyboy73 4 жыл бұрын

thanks Lester

@marcduplessis553 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don It’s an outstanding video that actually covers a lot of information. I wished I had seen your trick with the bearing puller when I had to change mine last year.

@s.meredithclark1164 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for responding to questions about the machines, I have gained a lot of knowledge from your videos.

@vinnivegas52 5 жыл бұрын

I own that same model. Overhauled 4 years ago by watching ur videos. Just blew out 15” + last week. It works great !

@thomasnelson2979 5 жыл бұрын

well done, good clear explanations, you never miss a step

@servingme09 Жыл бұрын

Your professionalism sure shows throughout the video. Bravo.

@scottlepine9346 5 жыл бұрын

That was fantastic and very thorough. Great work, thanks!

@Patriottoo2 4 жыл бұрын

I just ran across and watched this video, tonight. You've done an excellent job producing another instructional DIY. I, almost, hope one of my snow blowers breaks, so I can fix it... thanks to your help!

@bigrockk2980 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, definitely learned something today, thanks Donyboy!

@Wallace823 5 жыл бұрын

Well done and we'll explained. Customer can only be happy with your workmanship, thanks Donnyboy.

@M0ntaroo 5 жыл бұрын

35 minute donyboy video..........the gods have spoken

@tonym6920 5 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Dony. Your video work and editing are unsurpassed, brilliant! Have a great weekend, stay warm! Cheers!

@neilcarolan633 Жыл бұрын

This video is 5 stars excellent. It’s amazing that we have KZfaq to diagnose very obscure problems in our life and even more amazing that people like you make videos to this level of quality. I never comment like or subscribe but I did all 3 for you because you deserve it.

@kenbo-rp8up Жыл бұрын

Good well produced video. You covered all the information I needed to repair my Murray Pro Series 27" / 8hp snow blower. Good to see a video that is very comprehensive, well lit and obviously created by someone who knows what he is doing, and doing it right. Many Thanks. 😃

@JimFixIt74 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Don as always. Lesson learned here, use the right sheer pins and save a lot of $$ on a costly gearbox repair. Excellent detail work in the video.

@mikeybmx5330 2 жыл бұрын

It's nice to see a video where nothing just slides apart. All of my stuff is usually seized together. Great video!

@robertdavis6708 5 жыл бұрын

I won't miss any of Dony's videos. He is the very BEST in the business! mho.

@silverthunderbird Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! All the details needed, with nothing left out.

@waynematthews4956 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is fantastic. Very thorough and the video is very well put together

@bryanevans869 5 ай бұрын

As usual, sir, I learned SO much in watching you work. Your knowledge and patience is greatly appreciated. Top shelf brother.

@willfreiwah3773 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, easy to follow and super precise !!!!

@SierraOne 5 жыл бұрын

Really great video of excellent instruction based on years of experience! Thank-You!

@andytachibanalover9495 4 жыл бұрын

Just the best videos. You really do a first class job. I rebuilt my Husqvarna 55- piston and ring kit following your procedure. Just terrific. Thank you

@sniper60605 Жыл бұрын

Dude, I’m gonna say what it seems like so many other people already have, great video very well done step-by-step. I love that you showed that there will be small every day problems, and how to work through them.

@t3chninja_official 2 жыл бұрын

Wow you are an awesome repair artist! Paint and everything! The quality and detail of your repair videos are so good!

@mauserwaffen982 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video... as always, excellent work!

@user-jn4nq5wy4w 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for such an informative video. Your knowledge helps thousands of people not to be afraid of broken snowblowers. Also, your knowledge should be evaluated with big money. Good luck and more good grateful customers!

@kevinbrad7095 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Don, i had the green 11/30 for about 15 yrs, still in nice shape, no rust always sprayed WD40 all over it, wanted an upgrade so sold it to my sister and bought the same one black, love them, i will be watching your videos

@RealManSkills 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that when you took the unit apart, the bushing on each end of the auger shaft were on backwards. When you reassembled the auger, you put the bushings in the correct way! Thanks for another great video Donyboy!

@IrishEddie317 10 ай бұрын

Outstanding video! I scrap metal and I was given a Craftsman snow thrower in beautful condition, but the auger wouldn't turn. When I heard that the operator hit a frozen newspaper, I knew exactly what was wrong, but needed help in taking this beast apart. Your video is excellent. I have ordered the replacement gear and expect to succeed in saving this fine piece of equipment. Many kudos to you, sir!

@clauslundberg9224 5 жыл бұрын

True DB73 quality video - thanks for sharing

@boydguie8129 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome work and nice close up camera work . Thx.

@Bigtwin88 5 жыл бұрын

Your a great teacher...Thanks Don

@Colt3854 5 жыл бұрын

Great informative video Dony.

@fabioandrade748 3 жыл бұрын

Great illustration! Thanks

@ManicMechanic007 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding instructions as usual. Thanks Don.

@davehogan4776 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing job!!! You have the best small engine video's out there!!

@chillpillworkshop 5 жыл бұрын

What an amazing video.. there are how-to’s then there is this, great video thanks for sharing!

@danielrobert7181 5 жыл бұрын

Clair, net, précis et complet. Bravo Donald !

@donyboy73 5 жыл бұрын

merci

@troymattingly3071 3 жыл бұрын

Dony has the correct instruction, every time 👏

@tomneubauer924 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Donyboy. I enjoy watching all of your videos.

@donyboy73 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@GrampiesWorkshop 5 жыл бұрын

Hey there Dony, great rebuild and repair. Lots of good tips and tricks for doing this job. I bet this was a costly repair to do. Thanks for the great description of what you were doing. Take care.

@pcorona394 3 ай бұрын

Great work! I learned a lot. I appreciate your teachings.

@davedavis662 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, precise and easy to follow.

@kevinwoodcock7578 5 жыл бұрын

As usual..... Outstanding and informative video... This might be your best yet.... And that's sayin sumthin. Hope you and your family are well.

@pcsweeney3898 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Dony, I have a similar blower and your video makes me more confident doing repairs.

@watermanone7567 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice job Dony: Thanks for the video's.

@Smalltechguy 4 жыл бұрын

Great instruction as usual Donny. I don't live where it snows, but I'll always have the knowledge after this...

@toolman.dustin 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for recording and editing this video!

@tanveernaeem1157 2 жыл бұрын

That's how a job is done the right way. Great video of educational value and thanks for sharing. Learned a lot!

@PARA-zu2pb 4 жыл бұрын

merci pour ces explications, j'aime bien tes vidéo instructifs.

@BearE9090 6 ай бұрын

Nice to know what it looks like in the gearbox, plus a good reminder to grease it regularly. Thanks for the great video.

@donaldmatthies6026 Жыл бұрын

Don, The best explanation video on the entire KZfaq platform! Thank you for taking time to film, edit and post this video.

@donyboy73 Жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

@RussellHoughton 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you give part numbers. I'm going to start doing that as well. Keep up the great work

@1575murray 4 жыл бұрын

I finally got my machine's auger housing parts disassembled today. I used your puller technique to get the auger pulley off the shaft. Mine wasn't rusted in place but the impeller shaft was slightly bent and even twisted as you could see by the keyway not being straight. As a result everything fought me even the collar that goes on the shaft between the pulley and the bearing. I had to use pullers to remove the collar and the bearing as well. Even the bolts which held the gearbox case together were so tight I had trouble breaking them loose. I will follow this video and the schematics to put everything back together once I get a good impeller assembly. The gears and bushings in my gearbox were okay (surprisingly enough they slid off the shafts without any tools) but I think someone put a lithium grease in it. I will wash it all out and replace it with the 00 grease. I ordered the Stens 00 grease along with a new housing gasket and some anti-seize lubricant and a replacement skid shoe from Amazon. One skid was worn through but the other was still good. Thanks again for this video this will be my guide for putting everything back together so that it works like new.

@1575murray 4 жыл бұрын

I have finally got my machine working correctly. In addition to replacing the impeller assembly and the auger housing ball bearing I had to replace the auger impeller brake pad P/N 581540ma. The old one was worn to about half its original width at the bottom probably due to the pulley wobbling on the bent shaft and could not do its job of stopping the auger quickly. I also replaced both the drive and auger belts with new ones. This was a lot of work but will hopefully be worth it the first time we get a big snowstorm. I think a local power equipment shop worked on this machine and probably tried to get the pulley off by hammering on the shaft and bent it. They obviously didn't watch this video.