SUMMERIZE YOUR SNOWBLOWER - How To Store Your Snowblower Properly For The Summer.

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SUMMERIZE YOUR SNOWBLOWER! HOW TO STORE YOUR SNOWBLOWER PROPERLY FOR THE SUMMER. Follow these simple steps to ensure that your snowblower will start right up next winter. These instructions will work for just about any make or model snowblower. Feel free to leave a comment below. Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. Thanks for watching!
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Basic Storage Step - 00:38
Next Level Tips - 01:56
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@theodorerobb180 3 жыл бұрын

In the Navy we call this PMS Preventive Maintenance Schedule. Great Job.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Theodore! Always better to be proactive rather than reactive! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@DoDgeSwaG Жыл бұрын

PMCS - Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services for us in the Army. Every Monday is motor pool day Army wide where we do PMCS on all the HMMWV:Humvees, 5 tons, 10 tons, trailers, etc. it’s basically to keep the vehicles running since they do a lot of sitting until they get used for a convoy, training mission or deployment, and to catch any issues before they happen or before they progress. I spent a great deal of time in the Army so now it’s a part of me, I do PMCS on my lawn equipment, snow blower, generator, etc. and I never have trouble starting my equipment right up.

@Djenson617 5 ай бұрын

My mom bought an Ariens ST824 back in 1993, it doesn't ask questions, starts every time. I took your advice and prop up the blade after every use. Has minimal rust on the corners. It's 30 years old and looks 10. I love your passion for Ariens snow blowers!

@GarageGear 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate you D! Thanks for being a cool fan!

@waisinsaaf5966 5 ай бұрын

man thats some dedication to the machine!

@GarageGear 5 ай бұрын

I like to make them last

@kwaicaine1417 Ай бұрын

I'm glad I happen to come across your video. It is the BEST video on how to summarize your Snow Blower. I learned a lot.

@GarageGear Ай бұрын

Awesome kw! Glad this video helped you out!

@CDLNEPA 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the tips you have shared in your snowblower videos. I am used to winterizing, but have never thought of summerizing until I bought a snowblower this winter

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah! These little steps go a long way! Give ‘em a shot and let me know how it goes! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@twilson377 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Everytime I have a maintenance question or curious how to preserve the life of my machines, you're able to explain it so simply. You've saved me a ton of money. Thank you so much for helping us non-mechanical people. Haha

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

That’s exactly what this channel is here for Thayne! Thanks for being a cool fan!👍

@Lightride65 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Very, very thorough!! Small details are so IMPORTANT!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Incredibly important! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@TheRealJohnJ10 3 жыл бұрын

Love your content. Detailed and to the point. So many other guys wanna tell you about their day before the actual Video.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Hey John, no fluff here in these videos! Pretty straight forward on this channel! Thanks for watching!

@gregdoh 2 жыл бұрын

Bought a Toro 2 stage 2 years ago. I watched your video at the end of the winter last year and again this year. I think by next year I'll have it all memorized. Thank you!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Gregdoh! You’ll have the best running machine on the block! Thanks for watching and for being a a cool fan!

@GAZ1DAN 3 жыл бұрын

Best Video I’ve seen for a very long time. Thank you for the very clear and very simple storage instructions. Saved your video for future ‘Summer-izing of my Snowblower’. You have a new loyal subscriber 👍🏻

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Gary! I appreciate the positive feedback! 👍

@danielkirk7240 2 жыл бұрын

Garage Gear I’m new to owning a snowblower and am very thankful you started this channel. I’ve learned so much from just a few videos. Thanks!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear Daniel! Knowledge is power and I’m more than happy to share it! Thanks for watching my friend!

@vincentgregory8070 2 жыл бұрын

Always good to have your old catalogs of videos for reference. 👍

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

They’ll be handy for years to come and they ain’t going nowhere!👍

@williamcampbell5015 5 ай бұрын

14:32 I like to change the oil BEFORE and AFTER the gas run-out stage to really get that old ugly oil out. Also, leave the carb nut off for a bit to help the little bit of gas in the bowl evaporate.

@GarageGear 5 ай бұрын

Good tips thanks for sharing william

@carminedestefanis2964 3 жыл бұрын

Just purchased the new Ariens Deluxe 28”. Thanks for making this video your preventive maintenance is thorough and I will follow your steps closely. Go Rambo!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Carmine, you my friend made a smart purchase. They are great snowblowers! Have fun! And thanks for watching!

@tonyd1149 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making & posting this video. All good tips on the storage prep.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

No problem Tony! Glad you found this video helpful! Thanks for watching! 👍

@dano75 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed with the comment of lubing the augers. Also, adjust skid shoes/scraper for proper clearance, as they wear during use. Instead of WD40 for a wipe down and cleaning, I use diesel fuel and a rag. A gallon goes a long way, and leaves it shiny with protective oil coating (an old Army tracked vehicle maintenance trick I learned back my enlisted days). Rock on!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

That’s an awesome tip! Thanks for watching!

@ahwayzcool4630 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! This is just what I needed. Just bought a 2 stage 208cc snowblower from Lowes a few days ago. Now I know how to properly summerize it during the Summer. Gonna add this to my favorites list.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

There ya go! Do these steps and watch how easy it is to start in the winter next year! Enjoy using your new snowblower!

@ahwayzcool4630 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear thanks man! 👍

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@ahwayzcool4630 you got it!

@georgecamero7888 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video. I just bought a new snowblower and will do this each year to make it last.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Your snowblower will thank you! Thanks for checking out my channel!👍

@isasakiri3679 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect video, very well explained. I appreciate it!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

You got it Isa! 👍 thanks for checking out my channel!

@billchristopher8774 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Your attention to detail is greatly appreciated.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

You got it Bill! Thanks for watching my friend! 👍

@larrymorris5057 3 жыл бұрын

The neighbors gotta love this!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Larry Morris the neighbors and I are still on speaking terms lol!

@nomisye4006 Жыл бұрын

Good video. A couple of comments: Firstly, when removing the oil drain plug you should consider putting another wrench on the pipe (that’s why there is a flat section) to stop the pipe from turning. I know you were gentle but if you use another wrench this will prevent any problems. Secondly, I have a similar model (Professional 28”) with a Briggs & Stratton engine. The procedure you followed would not drain all the old oil out of my blower. To get all the old oil out I put a pan in place and then lean the blower all the way back until it rests on its handles. Once no more oil is dripping out, I then raise it back to level and tilt it all the way back again. Yet more oil will come out. I have to do this 8 to 10+ times to finally get all the old oil out. I also shake it a bit when I am lowering it back down.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@Ivan-zh8mh 3 жыл бұрын

Good video on basic maintenance. My PM routine includes checking the belts for wear/fraying before putting it to bed for the summer and always keep a spare set on hand. I also use a turkey baster to remove most of the gas from the tank so it doesn't run very long before it runs dry.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips here! I check my belts once or twice a season so that’s why I didn’t include that in this clip. Thanks for checking out my channel!

@charlesbyers6911 3 жыл бұрын

Turkey baster is brilliant!

@DougTreff 2 жыл бұрын

If you have a full tank, the turkey baster method can still be tedious. I bought a battery powered pump called a TeraPump that I use to remove gas from my tank. Saves a lot of time - and I can re-use the winter gas when I start up my lawn tractor in the spring. The pump costs about $30 but I use it to transfer fuel in and out of all my power equipment, assuring that when it's laid up, the tank is always empty.

@hollyolmstead6088 3 жыл бұрын

most helpful video regarding summer storage. Thank you

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this video helpful Holly! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@jackfairweather199 3 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea to remove the spark plug and use some engine fogging spray and pull the starter rope a couple of times to coat the cylinder walls so they remain clean and rust free. Works for me, anyway.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip! I’ll have to get some! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@jackiebigd4224 yeah it’s not a bad idea to give that a shot!

@wangdangdo4585 3 жыл бұрын

Can use WD-40 too if you don't have any fogger.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@wangdangdo4585 never heard of using wd-40 as a fogger? Is this safe?

@speez3354 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear WD breaks down oil, I just use a tablespoon of oil crank piston a few times leave piston on top

@barrybebenek8691 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work and useful tips. Cheers. 🇨🇦👍🏼

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Preventative maintenance is key! Thanks for watching Barry! 👍

@TedBishop1 3 жыл бұрын

I no longer use a snow blower but I do the same thing with the gas on my generator and my garden tractor. has never failed me.I also put fuel shutoffs on all my equipment. Good video

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Ted!! You ROCK! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@johncrosby8054 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads-up.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

👍you got it John!!! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@terrygabriel5945 2 жыл бұрын

I too have never used fuel stabilizer on my snow-thro…my Ariens is now 22 years old (1999) and have always run it dry of fuel then drained the float bowl and NEVER had any issues starting it come winter…it still runs like a champ.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Terry! It’s a solid plan! There’s still a chance of an issue if you use stabilizer. Drain it out and worry less I say! Thanks for watching bud! 👍

@aaronneff2488 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO!!!! Getting ready to buy an Ariens and wanted an idea of the long term maintenance and this was PERFECT!!!! Thank you.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Aaron! Ariens makes a great snowblower that is relatively easy to work on. Thanks for checking out my channel!

@crusheverything4449 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I appreciate your efforts, man! Thank you!!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback Crush! You ROCK! 👍

@Nick-zo1zy 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips. Thank you sir!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Nick! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@adriantomlin2902 3 жыл бұрын

Good vid!! I m getting ready to start my big Craftsman snowblower in a few days. Gonna do some of the stuff you showed. Doin some because a few of the things you showed I already do! Lol! Very detailed and to the point.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Adrian! I appreciate the positive feedback! I got plenty more content here on the channel! Be sure to check it out! Thanks for watching!

@adriantomlin2902 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear no worries brother. I just serviced it today. Plus did a few of the tips on it that you showed on this vid!! Thanks again!!

@worldmatrix2315 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!! Well done!! Thanks for the extra tips👍👍👍

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

You got it Matrix! Thanks for watching!

@Avanta751 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the share, Great Job!!!

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

You got it! Thanks for watching!

@derrickewing99 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I just purchased one now I know what to do I appreciate it.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

No problem my friend! Thanks for watching Derrick! 👍

@johnb7490 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, got a lot of useful info. Thanks

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this video helpful John! Thanks for watching!

@Thatdavemarsh 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Nicely done. Thanks.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Dave! Storing your snowblower soon?

@donjohnson3701 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I clean the friction disc with a 3M scrub pad and brake cleaner The rubber from the drive builds up after a few seasons.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great tip! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@rockochimp545 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips thanks! I've been doing mostly the same but never thought about the easy piston pull trick. I think a really important thing I don't recall you mentioning is storing it in neutral to prevent flat spots forming on the rubber friction disk. Mine is tracked and I store it in a barn outside with a gravel floor. I keep it on a pallet that is easy to pick up and move with the tractor if I need to. I also put a light dust cover over it but not a full cover or I find it attracts mice. I'll plug a dummy plug into the the starter plug to keep spider nests out. I lube into all my cables and control linkages, and a few things specific to tracks. Running a '97 Yamaha YS828TE, still starts first or second pull every time after heavy heavy use. Can't say enough good things about it.

@GarageGear 4 жыл бұрын

Rock'o'chimp ! Hey bud, thanks for all the great feedback! Sounds like I’m not the only one who likes to spend a little extra time maintaining their equipment! All good tips on your end! Especially with the cables. On my snowblower the friction disk is always in neutral until you pull the lever down so it’s not touching the plate. But I like how you are a forward thinker to prevent the flat spots. Is that only a track drive thing? Thanks for watching!

@johnmcconville7534 Жыл бұрын

Good tips, i also grease the augers and drive chains as well as take out the spark plug and spray in some engine storage spray, give it a few pulls and bring piston to top. I also get some white lithium grease spray and hit all lever connections, snorkel gears and a bit inside the cables. Up here it gets really cold and I've never had a frozen cable doing this.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Good tips my friend! Thanks for sharing!

@stephenjenkins3364 2 ай бұрын

Very thorough.

@GarageGear 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Stephen!

@yanxia5701 2 жыл бұрын

Review this video year when I do the maintence job. Thank you very much! Super helpful.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Yan! Thanks for watching my friend!

@JohnSmith-hl4bb Жыл бұрын

What a snow blower lover.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Guilty as charged! Thanks for being a cool fan of the channel!

@justmark56 Жыл бұрын

JB I love your videos. They help me a ton. Out here in the suburbs of Chicago.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

ROCK ON MARK! Thanks for watching! 👍

@jbocaneg17611 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

You Rock Javier! 👍

@spiderman0863 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Not every day does the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man leave a comment on my videos lol! Thanks for checking out my channel!👍

@UltraD52 3 жыл бұрын

very helpful. Thanks

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for checking out my channel!👍

@andreslarralde21 3 жыл бұрын

Great video very detailed thank you

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching and I’m glad you got something out of it Andres! 👍

@michaeldambrosio5421 3 жыл бұрын

Great job !!!!! Thumbs Up !!!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael! Thanks for checking out my channel!👍

@MisterPinst 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I have an Ariens 28" and this helped a ton!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

There great snowblowers that are worth taking care of! Thanks for checking out my channel Michael!

@richardlamer3910 10 ай бұрын

I love these videos.

@GarageGear 10 ай бұрын

Awesome Richard thanks for watching!

@hubster4477 3 жыл бұрын

Well you said you tried stabil and it never worked the same after. I've never done anything to my snowblower for 17 years and it starts like a charm every year, I can't imagine doing anything different and getting a better result.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you bought the 1/1million machine! Lol every year my machine sits for over 6 months and I know it would have issues if I left it untouched. Thanks for checking out my channel!

@whitieinvermont 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks JB.

@GarageGear 4 жыл бұрын

Whitie in Vermont you got it Whitie!

@DerekGH Жыл бұрын

Love your channel. Love it even more now that I see you're a Jeeper👍

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you Derek! We have had a Jeep in the driveway for about 7-8 years now! Thanks for being a cool fan!

@gianniverri Жыл бұрын

Very good maintenance job. Thank you I learn a lot from you

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Hey Gianni! Appreciate the positive feedback! Thanks for watching! 👍

@andreyv1 3 жыл бұрын

Very thorough and well made video. Thanks

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Andrew! I appreciate it! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@rscitta 3 жыл бұрын

Best video ever!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks RC you ROCK! Thanks for watching!

@danieldaemicke6904 3 жыл бұрын

Great video I’m going to do this in spring

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You’ll be happy you did! Let me know how it goes for ya! 👍

@claude00 3 жыл бұрын

Great job man!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Claude! Thanks for watching!

@Two_Buck 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thanks.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Two Buck Chuck! Have fun summer-izing your snowblower!

@tonyincretolli849 3 жыл бұрын

Good thorough job! Thanks.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Tony! I appreciate it! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@Scott_MS 3 жыл бұрын

thx for the info....i bought a new snowblower this winter...i’ll be doing that same maintenance this spring....

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a good plan and your snowblower will thank you! Thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

@jaybooth4815 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative! Just subscribed. Cheers!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Jay! Thanks for subscribing!👍

@aldiminico6513 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video. I use my old oil on the rail of the log splitter, as seen by many guys on KZfaq!👍

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Oh very cool way to repurpose the old oil! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@patelfamily7178 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. 👌

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback! Thanks for checking out my channel Patel Family!

@redveiner Жыл бұрын

A couple of points: 1) Synthetic oil should only be used on an engine that has been broken in for at least 50 running hours with regular oil. 2) WD40 was designed by the space industry to prevent rust on the re-entry rockets that parachute down into the ocean. I once did an experiment with a couple of steel nails. One sprayed with WD40 and one without, both left outside. The untreated nail had rust showing the next day. The one with WD40 went a full six months without any rust.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@sonatahybrid Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot sonata! Thanks for watching

@JRGood-mm9yu 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. My tip Tires need protection too. I coat any rubber/plastic with 303 Aerospace Protectant. First saw it used on Sweet Project Cars saving the tires and wiper blades adding years of life to rubber parts.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting! I’m gonna check this out! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@MikeMotorcycleTowing 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike! Appreciate it! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@JackDaniels-cj2ko 3 жыл бұрын

Nice thorough overview...

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks conquest! Thanks for checking out my channel!!

@loug4626 3 жыл бұрын

Well done...thankyou ....

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lou! Thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

@alfries9736 3 жыл бұрын

You did a great job. With all of that belt burn off on your belly pan you might want to check your belts for wear ? On my machine I replaced both after finding this burn off. Had a couple of really bad storms in a row 94-95? Wore out a couple of components and had to do some work to get it up and running again. Mines a 10 horse. Last year I took the blower end off and did a paint job while re-greasing the bearings. I moved a lot of snow with that blower. It still looks new, garage kept.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Al, thanks for commenting! Funny that you mentioned the belts! My next video is on replacing the belts. It’s coming out Saturday! Haven’t replace the belts in a number of years! Stay tuned for that! Your snowblower must throw like a champ! Thanks for watching! 👍

@ralphmills7322 3 жыл бұрын

My best $17 spent was for a snow thrower cover, tarps always get blown off unless you tie down every side. I store the covered snow thrower in a corner of our carport. Keeps dirt and bird/spider poo off the machine. I put also moth balls in an old sock and hang next to the engine shroud to deter mice nesting.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips for storing outside! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@PaganWizard Жыл бұрын

Absolutely EXCELLENT advise. The only thing I do slightly different, is use copper based anti-seize, I think it works better than the silver stuff. For the folks that are worried about the WD40 contaminating the environment, use nonstick cooking spray, and Fluid Film. Fluid Film is a non-toxic lanolin oil based product, so it won't harm the environment.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you pagan! Thanks for sharing!

@Justacogg 3 жыл бұрын

Well done sir, I would use brake clean on the friction disc in the rubber wheel to give you the most amount of traction. I would also use ceramic spray and all of the orange outside spots.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips my friend! Thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

@carvrich 3 жыл бұрын

Man great video..new sub.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot carvrich! Plenty more content coming your way stay tuned! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@elmerdavis4725 10 ай бұрын

Great video

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching elmer

@MaximumDIYGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you!!! I especially appreciated the Scotty Kilmer-style photo illustrations, lol. This is an ultimate guide to snowblower maintenance and corrosion prevention!!! I have a PowerSmart blower too. How do you like yours?

@GarageGear 4 жыл бұрын

Maxim’s DIY Garage Thanks for the feedback bud! I love Scotty kilmers editing! Yes I stole his methods lol! I think it adds something to each video! I recently sold the PowerSmart snowblower. I used it for a couple of videos. Here’s a link to one. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jbhdoZmCqpPMg6s.html Enjoy and thanks for watching!

@rmcdaniel423 3 жыл бұрын

I also saw some ChrisFix influence with the straight-to-the-point speaking cadence and the emphatic hand gesturing in front of the camera. No complaints here. Good tutorial. Thanks for sharing!

@l.a.raustadt518 2 жыл бұрын

Props for the "Frank Castle" sticker, good solid info prepping matters!

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Big fan of the punisher Lyle! Prepping matters for sure! Thanks for watching!👍

@seansweeney8533 4 жыл бұрын

Very thorough maintenance, satisfying to watch! I bet that machine will last for 20 winters if you continue in that fashion.

@GarageGear 4 жыл бұрын

Sean Sweeney hey bud, I like to be thorough with my equipment. I like to think of it as “planned repairs” at a convenient time rather than deal with “unplanned repairs” at an inconvenient time. Thanks for watching!

@jmjaxson 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, thanks. I need ya to clean my house, hard to believe that machine is seven years old it's so fresh looking. I always fog all my engines via my carburetor while running for complete internal protection form moisture before storage and then drain the fuel and then the cylinder(s) get a couple good shots of fogging spray, a few pulls on the recoil, and then stopping at TDC.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks James! Spraying it down often with a protectant during the season goes a long way. Those also some great tips you provided. Thanks for sharing! 👍

@youraninee 3 жыл бұрын

You should remove the auger shear bolts and gears the auger shaft, spin the auger then reinstall the shear bolts, check auger gear box grease level, add if necessary! Also engage the choke.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

All good tips! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@delbert9357 Жыл бұрын

I have never done any of this. I use high octane fuel with no ethanol little stabil. and put it away. I have a 1983 STIHL Wood Boss chain saw my Dad bought new. I was putting my mowers and stuff away for winter and I thought I better check that saw. It had been 2 years since that saw had been started. Full of 2 year old fuel started right up and ran great. Dumped the fuel put some new fuel in added a little stabil ran her good and put her away again. Who knows what's right just do what works for you. Great video and love your channel.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback Delbert! Thanks for sharing! 👍

@TecumsehRulesbcserk 2 жыл бұрын

One thing I really like with Toro snowblowers is that they come with anti-seize on the axles. I do like how Ariens put the oil drain plug towards the back of the machine where it is easy to drain. I’ve worked on many snowblowers with Tecumseh Snow King engines on them and their drain plugs are just above the left wheel. You pretty much have to use a funnel to channel the oil to the pan and it can be a bit of a hassle.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve seen that side spout before and saw a guy use a 2 liter bottle with a cut out as a make shift funnel and it seemed to work well.

@robertmallett5955 2 жыл бұрын

I have an Aries 24" that I bought from an Aries dealer 4 years ago and the oil drain is over the wheel. I made a funnel out of sheet metal to channel the oil into the drain pan. What a dumb design to put it there.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertmallett5955 yea I agree it’s a dumb design that’s just asking for a mess!

@johnnyz7752 3 жыл бұрын

You did a very nice job, just a couple of suggestions though. 1. You’re right, it is VERY important not to get any lubrication on the pressure plate. I would have used something a little thicker than a paper towel. Cut a square from an old pizza box, that works well. 2. Since you were planning on tipping the snowblower up to get at the gear box, I would have waited to pour in the new oil until you were done with the rest of the maintenance and cleaning.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips! I was going a little overboard with some of the maintenance tips for the average homeowner but I think viewers got the idea! Thanks for watching John!

@maxfriedenberger8043 2 жыл бұрын

awesome video...........thanks........

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback Max! Appreciate it! 👍

@alexscarselli3240 2 жыл бұрын

A good protective spray is Cosmolean, excellent stuff. Teflon spray is better because WD, Pam etc stop snow clogging shoot, because it not good in very cold weather, it solidifies. Great video, our blowers are on 30+ years a Noma and Craftsman.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Alex!

@MrMjn5000 4 ай бұрын

nice job....

@GarageGear 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching mjn

@alanjenkins7346 3 жыл бұрын

Have an Ariens that's 30 yrs old have always used stabilizer with no issues. Now I use Amsoil stabilizer. Rebuilding the under carriage, new gears ,sprocket,chain, friction wheel, drive shaft , going to use axle bearings instead of bushings.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

The old ones are built to last! Thanks for watching! 👍

@alanjenkins7346 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear ordered all parts online Last night. Jack's small engine. Cheaper than a new snowblower

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@alanjenkins7346 there ya go my friend! Have fun!!! Keep me posted on how well it works when you’re all done!

@dunordtom 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video! I own two Ariens 28" machines and they've served me well, one for 9 years and the other for 5. I too run out the winter season's ethanol gasoline, but on a tip from my dealer, I put in just a small amount of aviation gas and run the machine for a 10-15 seconds to get the av-gas into the carb. Aviation gas does not contain ethanol, it's ~104 octane and and I was told it has a 4-5 year shelf life.

@tuiflies5869 3 жыл бұрын

It’s also leaded.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting tip! thanks of watching Tom!

@jayryan7473 2 жыл бұрын

@@tuiflies5869 Jesus man, we're not talking sinkers out of a tackle box. And it's LL, which means 'low lead'.

@NiteGambler 2 жыл бұрын

Heres a tip I do with all my 2 cycle / 4 cycle toys........Use Super gas. When season is over i never empty my gas or gas/oil mixture. But on a bi weekly basis I start my toys for a few minutes. Then when I need them they all start 1st pull.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing nitegambler!

@johnbroomer3285 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had good luck using premium, ethanol free fuel that I add Sta-Bil to when I fill the gas can. That way the fuel is stabilized from the get go. Since I use the same gas can for the lawn mower, I’ve never had it go bad.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing John!

@williamb3323 Жыл бұрын

I syphon the gas out (non ethanol) I then use it in my mower or generator sometimes my car depends. Then I start my snow blower and let it stall. At that point I open the bleed screw on my carb to drain anything in the bowl. Pull the plug and squirt a shot of WD40 in the cylinder. Pull it over a time or two. Reinstall the plug. re-tighten the bleed screw, Change the oil and add a fresh qt. of synthetic 10w30. Next season add fresh non ethanol and she starts right up.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Perfect! Thanks for sharing William!

@Buc_Stops_Here 2 жыл бұрын

I was told that while running the gas tank to zero is great, it will still leave gas in the carburetor. Removing gas from the carburetor is great if it is easy to do. I was told that run it to zero, then put in a little All Season Fuel from one of the major manufacturers (like Toro, Honda, etc.) That way you are guaranteed that the fuel sitting in there is clear of those detergents, ethanol, and whatever else the gas station is putting in it. I like this video as does seem to cover everything, however. Thank you.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

I hear what you’re saying Sam! I’ve always been a fan of getting every drop out. Nothing can possibly screw up your engine that way. Thanks for watching! 👍

@ebutuoyvin99 2 жыл бұрын

Hi you videos have helped tremendously thank you….do u have one that summarizes power smart snow blower that u have

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Eb, these procedures are the same for just about any snowblower. I do not have one specifically for that snowblower. Thanks for watching!

@MrGomjabber 3 жыл бұрын

I largely did this same thing but I guess I have gotten lucky with Stabil and non-ethanol gas because I went 20 years on my old toro that I just replaced this year. Still started on first pull. My new one says to drain the gas and carb so I will be doing that from now on.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a safe plan! Can’t go wrong with it! Thanks for checking out my channel!

@paula.2422 Жыл бұрын

So glad to have found your channel and being a new subscriber. Question for you...what are your thoughts on using Aspen fuel and leaving it in the machine for the season? I was told by a shop that our local fire departments us it in all their equipment for use and long-term storage.

@GarageGear Жыл бұрын

Hey Paula that fuel must be in your local area. I have not heard of this fuel by me before! I don’t recommend leaving any fuel inside for long term storage. Is the fuel ethanol free?

@J1Z06 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!!super informative!!!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Jay! Summerizing your snowblower soon?

@J1Z06 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear I hope so!! We have had four or five big storms here in Connecticut. Our snow blower is a 2005 Craftsman equipped with an 8.5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine that’s had some issues. Yesterday, it was given a few upgrades. New carb, fresh tank of fuel, new spark plug, new chute. If all goes well, it should be good to go for the rest of the season. When it comes time to store it... it can be done properly thanks to this great video. Thanks so much!!!

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@J1Z06 you got it Jay! Have fun! 👍

@J1Z06 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear You too! Have a good week.

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@J1Z06 back at ya!

@gabrielediguglielmo2016 2 жыл бұрын

When I store my snow blower, I put 1 ounce of fresh motor oil in the spark plug hole. Then I get a rag and put it in front of the spark plug hole and pull the statter rope 5 or 6 times. Then I screw in the old spark plug hand tight. Next season I'll put a new plug in. Make sure you have oil in the crank case when pulling the starter rope.

@GarageGear 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Gabriele