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YOU are a craftsman! This was a great demo, I never considered shaping down my own key with the bench grinder. Snowblower key broke in the middle of a snowstorm of course, so making my own fix. Don't know what I'd do without RUclips :) Thumbs UP all the way!
Donyboy73, do you have vids on the newer gearbox disassembly for the ariens deluxe 28 sho. Need to remove worm shaft & gear? All your small engine fixes & maintenance have been awesome. Thank you
I have a question for you. I have the gear case almost apart but I can't get the worm gear out. The rake shaft, dust cap, and side cover are off. The bull gear shaft doesn't want to come out as it interferes with the pinion gear. Any help is appreciated.
I have an Ariens 1336 that needs a new auger shaft. I made a new shaft but I need to know what direction the gear goes on. The internal key way on the worn gear shaft doesn’t go through. Not sure which way the gear goes to mate with the worm. Any help. Thanks
Just replaced a gear case assembly on a small Ariens and trying to figure out why my impeller shaft is 3/16 off center coming out the back of the bucket. Looking at the Auger side of things, I need the case to move to the right but I have no space, I'm metal to metal with the Right Auger touching the case and the auger shaft braket. What am I missing here? I'm seriously considering cutting 3/16 off of the right Auger to solve.
Kudos. Love your Videos. I'm an Electrical Guy so my Mechanical knowledge is limited. Your very informative videos have gotten me out of a few situations. BTW-I'm a "Tightwad Yankee" up here in New England.
Could you please give me advice on my Ariens snowblower , There was a chunk of ice that prevented the impeller from rotating ,I kept squeezing the handle on the handle lever then smoke came out of the side, I stopped cleared all the ice out now the impeller doesnt move at all, the engine runs fine and the the tires rotate good as well, I can only use it as a plow,, could you please tell me what I broke? Thank you
Great videos! I was able do a teardown for 25-year-old Agri-Fab Craftsman snowblower attachment expect for the worm gear shaft like the one shown in this video. Do you have video that shows how the remove worm gear shaft from the auger shaft axel?
@@donyboy73 Thanks for the quick reply. I watched this video before, but I think I got it now. I assume there is a Woodruff key to keep the worm gear shaft in place on the auger shaft. Since I don't have a long 1-1/8" pipe or a Seperator fork, I'm going to give it a try by drilling a 1-1/8" hold in old 4"x4" wood post that hopefully won't crack from the force.
Dony it looked like the gear teeth were worn on the drive pressure side and because the gear looked symmetrical I would have turned it over so the unworn side of the teeth would be used and extend the operating life. In fact if it is not too much trouble I would have flipped he worm gear as well.
Sir, Do you have any video on "how to remove and replace old Ariens (model 24" sno - thro 10995) jaw clutch (part number 10176). It's for the single belt mechine. Thanks.
Donyboy73...I'm real stuck...been working on this for at least a couple of years...Ive been going thru auger belts so regularly on my mtd 10.5. I've replaced the bearing, impeller shat and both pulleys. When I spin the auger pulleys by hand I can still see a definite run out on the pulleys which I'm positive is causing the premature belt wear and ultimately throwing the belt(s) off again. I'm stumped... would you be able to offer any suggestions...I've certainly researched your videos but of course have had no success. Thanks.
donyboy73 I did watch that one and thought it may be the solution because one of my bolts had cracked off. I replaced it with another bolt/washer/nut combo thinking that would solve the problem, but no. I have the auger assembly in the basement and as I mentioned, when I spin the installed auger pulley(s), I can see a definite run out (whether I try the old or new pulleys).. Could there be a "whoops" in my worm gear that I can't see causing my (new) impeller shaft and (new) pulleys to have that runout? I used to be an auto mechanic and try to work methodically but I feel like I'm throwing parts at this and it drives me crazy.
Donyboy73.... dam your good. Could you tell me if the 9 HP Tecumseh snow king engine has a cast iron sleeve? I'd appreciate any information? I've got one on a 2003 29'' X9 Craftsman.
I just aquired my first snow blower Craftsman 10/32, and I thing you are gonna be my go to move when I have a problem cause you know your stuff. I could use a manual and can't find 1 anywhere for my model-C950-52379-5 It's made in Canada don't know the year either. Think you can help? Thanks and keep the videos coming they're great.
I've done both of those things and turned up nothing. Not sure what else to do, seems to be just 1 of those mass produces 1 off items. lol thanks . Maybe you have an idea of why it doesn't drive straight in gear or just pushing it, it pulls left. Tire pressure seems fine btw. Thanks again for the help and the great videos.
could be.....what. If the Keyway was ok and the Worm Gear chewed up wouldn't you get some sort of motion from the Auger and conversely if the Keyway was missing wouldn't the Auger spin freely? Thanks!
@starakobieta I found some info on that brand and from the looks of it. It's an American made saw sold by Home Depot. It looks like it's fairly durable to me, but there's no Home Depot around here. So I can't see one in person. I have a link but it seems RUclips won't let me post it in the box here. Prick's.
YOU are a craftsman! This was a great demo, I never considered shaping down my own key with the bench grinder. Snowblower key broke in the middle of a snowstorm of course, so making my own fix. Don't know what I'd do without RUclips :) Thumbs UP all the way!
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Frederick Dunn
Nice piece of work fabricating that Woodruff key and getting that old machine working hard again. Ariens built machines to last a very long time!
@starakobieta never heard of it, is it chinese made?
That sure looks like an old-time snow blower ! I'm glad to see that many tools can be made to last a very long time with decent maintenance...🔧
Your video is well made and you go step by step on the repair great work!
Donyboy73, do you have vids on the newer gearbox disassembly for the ariens deluxe 28 sho. Need to remove worm shaft & gear? All your small engine fixes & maintenance have been awesome. Thank you
@gstebb62 how about the auger bushings at each end of the shaft?
I love these videos man. I wish all mechanics were as competent as you!
+TheNoBSZone thanks for watching
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Thank you for posting this... this is exactly what is going on with mine...perhaps i will not be shoving this year!
I have a question for you. I have the gear case almost apart but I can't get the worm gear out. The rake shaft, dust cap, and side cover are off. The bull gear shaft doesn't want to come out as it interferes with the pinion gear. Any help is appreciated.
I have an Ariens 1336 that needs a new auger shaft. I made a new shaft but I need to know what direction the gear goes on. The internal key way on the worn gear shaft doesn’t go through. Not sure which way the gear goes to mate with the worm. Any help. Thanks
Just replaced a gear case assembly on a small Ariens and trying to figure out why my impeller shaft is 3/16 off center coming out the back of the bucket.
Looking at the Auger side of things, I need the case to move to the right but I have no space, I'm metal to metal with the Right Auger touching the case and the auger shaft braket.
What am I missing here? I'm seriously considering cutting 3/16 off of the right Auger to solve.
Good job on cutting and shaping your own keyway. And not much snow? That's more than we see here in the Southern U.S.
Kudos. Love your Videos. I'm an Electrical Guy so my Mechanical knowledge is limited. Your very informative videos have gotten me out of a few situations. BTW-I'm a "Tightwad Yankee" up here in New England.
thanks for watching
Could you please give me advice on my Ariens snowblower , There was a chunk of ice that prevented the impeller from rotating ,I kept squeezing the handle on the handle lever then smoke came out of the side, I stopped cleared all the ice out now the impeller doesnt move at all, the engine runs fine and the the tires rotate good as well, I can only use it as a plow,, could you please tell me what I broke? Thank you
@gstebb62 i forget if it was bearings or bushings, but i do know that the casing has separate oil seals
Great videos! I was able do a teardown for 25-year-old Agri-Fab Craftsman snowblower attachment expect for the worm gear shaft like the one shown in this video. Do you have video that shows how the remove worm gear shaft from the auger shaft axel?
it would be similar like in this video ruclips.net/video/btLsiLseXZ0/видео.html
@@donyboy73 Thanks for the quick reply. I watched this video before, but I think I got it now. I assume there is a Woodruff key to keep the worm gear shaft in place on the auger shaft.
Since I don't have a long 1-1/8" pipe or a Seperator fork, I'm going to give it a try by drilling a 1-1/8" hold in old 4"x4" wood post that hopefully won't crack from the force.
Dony it looked like the gear teeth were worn on the drive pressure side and because the gear looked symmetrical I would have turned it over so the unworn side of the teeth would be used and extend the operating life. In fact if it is not too much trouble I would have flipped he worm gear as well.
I have a Noma 824. The impeller turns but Auger does not. Would this either be the Gear is chewed up or the Keyway missing/broke?
Thanks!
Sir,
Do you have any video on "how to remove and replace old Ariens (model 24" sno - thro 10995) jaw clutch (part number 10176). It's for the single belt mechine. Thanks.
What would cause a rattling/vibration from auger when blowing snow/underload?
Sounds almost like a gear is slipping teeth or something.
have you heard of a blue max chainsaw i got one but idk how good of a brand it is
nice improvising. i had to make a round key way for a pump on a wood splitter once. stilling working to this day.
there called woodruff keys and Napa sells them. rockford hardware makes them
Thank you for this, I had no idea what to look for!
@custer123100 it's 10hp and i think it's 30" cut
That old Ariens blower is twice the machine as my Craftsman 536.887992. Wish I had a new one.
Donyboy73...I'm real stuck...been working on this for at least a couple of years...Ive been going thru auger belts so regularly on my mtd 10.5. I've replaced the bearing, impeller shat and both pulleys. When I spin the auger pulleys by hand I can still see a definite run out on the pulleys which I'm positive is causing the premature belt wear and ultimately throwing the belt(s) off again. I'm stumped... would you be able to offer any suggestions...I've certainly researched your videos but of course have had no success. Thanks.
...I should mention as well, the worm gear looks fine...I thought perhaps the teeth may be worn, but they look like these on the video.
watch my video "what to look for when buying a used snowblower" in it you will see that mtd blowers crack and it causes belts to break
donyboy73 I did watch that one and thought it may be the solution because one of my bolts had cracked off. I replaced it with another bolt/washer/nut combo thinking that would solve the problem, but no. I have the auger assembly in the basement and as I mentioned, when I spin the installed auger pulley(s), I can see a definite run out (whether I try the old or new pulleys).. Could there be a "whoops" in my worm gear that I can't see causing my (new) impeller shaft and (new) pulleys to have that runout? I used to be an auto mechanic and try to work methodically but I feel like I'm throwing parts at this and it drives me crazy.
Where can you find that worm gear?
00 Cornhead grease world well when the seals are shot in an old gearbox. Got a ‘77 Ariens 24” snow blower still kicking. Built like tanks.
Wow.., you couldn't have bought a better key!
Great job!
Do you recommend use tire chairs on snowblower?
only on those with turf tires
When draining the gear box lube out, what type do I replace it with?
Thanks
Rob
type "00" grease, that's zero zero
donyboy73
any brand, as long as it is 00, Also how much do you think I will need
probably 250ml or 1 cup
I'm just trying to figure what parts to order for the repair.
Donyboy73.... dam your good. Could you tell me if the 9 HP Tecumseh snow king engine has a cast iron sleeve? I'd appreciate any information? I've got one on a 2003 29'' X9 Craftsman.
+Robert Davis some do some don't
These Ariens are really bulletproof, they have the same gearbox on their tiller.
I just aquired my first snow blower Craftsman 10/32, and I thing you are gonna be my go to move when I have a problem cause you know your stuff.
I could use a manual and can't find 1 anywhere for my model-C950-52379-5 It's made in Canada don't know the year either.
Think you can help? Thanks and keep the videos coming they're great.
you would have to google it or try partstree.com
I've done both of those things and turned up nothing. Not sure what else to do, seems to be just 1 of those mass produces 1 off items. lol thanks . Maybe you have an idea of why it doesn't drive straight in gear or just pushing it, it pulls left. Tire pressure seems fine btw. Thanks again for the help and the great videos.
@Slane583 its okay but what website is it?
@mmichaelc thanks, make sure to subscribe
could be.....what. If the Keyway was ok and the Worm Gear chewed up wouldn't you get some sort of motion from the Auger and conversely if the Keyway was missing wouldn't the Auger spin freely?
Thanks!
@starakobieta I found some info on that brand and from the looks of it. It's an American made saw sold by Home Depot. It looks like it's fairly durable to me, but there's no Home Depot around here. So I can't see one in person. I have a link but it seems RUclips won't let me post it in the box here. Prick's.
next time, try putting the shaft in the freezer for a couple hours, it will shrink the metal and allow it to go in easier :D
Great video thanks for sharing.
@Smallgasengine1 not really
yes it could be
@thumasta666 , good idea, i thought we lived in a freezer here in winter, lol
@TRcustomengineering thanks man
Right on , gonna pull that gearbox apart and see if that's the problem
@gstebb62 i would have to see a video at least of it
@VILLAPRO71 ask liamautomechanic
good one, thank you...
looks like the gear it's self could have used some replacing
pretty nifty repiar
' half moon key! lol.. 'wood-ruff' is the correct term for this key.. good as vid all the same..
right woodruff key
@7t6e354r oui
the key is a key...not a keyway.....the keyway is the groove and/or seat where the key resides....you cant be missing a keyway
1. That is called a Woodruff key. 2. You are making a key and not a keyway. The keyway is the slot that the key goes into on both parts....
yes i beleve it is
What "flavor" of grease...?
LUBRIPLATE?...
That's a old timer