I’m waiting to go out and use my snowblower for the very first time right now. I had no idea what I was going to do but now I feel prepared to tackle the driveway no problem! Thanks a lot, that’s a sub from me my friend!
Yes I really want that for sure. It’s probably the best on the market. I was also looking into the Milwaukee paddle broom. You know anything about that??
If it’s not heavy, wet snow, try your leaf blower, especially a backpack you would be amazed how much faster it is. It’s like blowing leaves for the snow. Been doing it for years almost don’t even need a snowblower.
Yea it was a little more than a dusting. I do use my blower for the dustings but most of the time when we get a dusting it melts so fast you almost don’t have to do anything. 👍🏼
Free ice skates, lol. Good thing it shot the rock through and didn't get stuck. Nice to show starting in middle of driveway, some people might not know that. Good tip Tony. Maybe start a video series called Tony's Tips.
Oh, another tip. You can adjust the choke lever if the machine is not running smoothly in or out. Sometimes people just put it fully choke or fully unchoke when it can be adjusted to make the SB run the smoothest.
I always just run it at recommended through the manual. This snowblower is 17 years old. It’s a great snowblower. If you run non ethanol fuel in small engines you get way more out of them. Thanks for the extra tip. I switched over to battery. Since I don’t do this for a living. Check out my latest video.
Nice. Few things. Right handers (me!) start left side of blower on best estimation of middle line, and chute to the right (not left) :) You also started one bite more left on both driveways than you should have, but hindsight is 20/20. I agree with your technique. It is funny watching people not doing it this way, but they definitely get a better workout! By the way, I am a Buffalonian and there is much to be said for single-stage for almost a majority of snow falls, even here. Just stay ahead of it the best you can. A single-stage is so, so much faster than a two-stage. I have one each snowblower, choose the single stage way more often. Sorry, one other tip. Put a gas shut-off on your snowblower gas line, when it's stored for a while, shut off gas flow and run what's left out of carb to keep carb clean for next time.
Yes a single stage is plenty for me. I actually switched to a battery snow blower. Check out my latest video. It’s a great snow blower. A gas shutoff is definitely a great idea!! Thanks
That doesn't make any sense. You start to the left row off-center with your chute throwing right? So what happens once you get to the bottom of your first line? You come back up the right of center and throw snow over your right shoulder directly onto the line you just cleared.
@philmcclenaghan7056 I never threw snow back onto were I just cleared. Did you watch the video?? Some driveways were you can throw snow to both sides you never have to move your chute. If you have a wall like the one driveway then it’s harder to accomplish.
I’ve learned for my driveway there is generally a cross wind that makes this strategy a problem. So unless there is no wind, I move the chute to blow with the wind.
I agree wind and objects can make this strategy not so good. But if the driveway allows it. This is the fastest way. 👍🏼 thanks for watching and the comment
Thanks for a well done informative vid on snowblower methods. Here in central Alaska snow removal is a national pastime from September to April lol! Couldn’t help noticing you were operating your snowblower with bare hands; man you gotta be some tough mountain man; here near the Arctic Circle where I’ve seen -70°F if someone uses bare hands outside on metal surfaces their flesh instantly freezes to the handle. Stay safe and Thanks Again.
Not a bad strategy as long as there isn't a 30 mph wind blowing the snow back at you. In that case, I'd shoot the snow in the same direction as the wind is blowing.
Very true or you can just point the chute downward and it will stay out of the wind!! Some cases this doesn’t work especially if you have a wall to contend with.
Nice 👍🏼 Toro is a great company for sure. Check out some of my other videos for me. I would really appreciate it. I have some more Toro mower videos 🔥🔥
Well that depends. I actually have since bought a handheld spreader. In my opinion that’s the best way to go. You won’t get salt in the grass and can control the salt better. I can do my driveway and walk way with one full up.
I’ve been subbed and the bell rung. I just assumed you didn’t do much content because this is the first video I’ve seen show up. It’s a busy year for snow!
Hahahahha it’s hardly a dusting did you see that snow flying out of the chute. I doubt a broom would push that snow. I actually did the video for the purpose of saving some time.
Greetings from Summer in New Zealand.. watched this with interest.. curious to know where you live.. I raked leaves this afternoon.. different from what you are doing..who knows some time I might have a winter in the northern hemisphere. And do this.. Hopefully you had a hot drink when you were done and enjoyed the football unless you're a hockey fan ?? Cheers..
lol apparently you didn’t watch the entire video. Some Driveways in the video has a little less than the others because of the wind. Now go back and watch the full video, say sorry, and hit the like 😂😂😂 totally jk. More than an inch though.
It’s the Toro single stage power clear. It’s from 2003 so not exactly sure the model number. This one has electric start option also. Thanks for checking out the video 👍🏼💯
Right way ... kinda sloppy ... paddles may be worn ... ive done big complexes and there are many tricks to doing this on a comercial scale efficiently also its all about the shoveling and salting edges without spreading salt to far and causing turf repairs from salt burn in spring ...
Nice. I am guessing that you used bulk salt. I use stuff that won’t harm grass or pets. I don’t want to ruin my sidewalk either with salt. I think the paddles are a little worn since this is a snow blower from 2004. Check out my latest video of my newest snow blow can’t wait to test out this thing. Appreciate you checking out my channel 💪🏼
Maybe I’m dumb. I have a similar style snow blower (isn’t self propelled not sure if yours is or not) but I start mine up and It’s impossible to get going. The augers moving but when I push it just gets jammed. It snowed last night and I tried to clear my driveway this morning/afternoon so maybe it was just too solid of snow? Ended up just hand shoveling and was super disappointed.
Wow really. I would maybe put something through that chute to see if something is clogging it. Pull the spark plug boot so nothing dangerous can happen. I had that thing since 2008 and never had an issue with it.
Hey I'm new to the snowblower thing. I was wondering what kinda if fuel should you put into it. I put regular gasoline in there and I'm worried that I may have messed it up.
I think this is what you are after: If you have two-cycle engine, you need to mix two-cycle oil into gasoline at a proportion recommended. If you have a four cycle engine, you can put regular gas (no mixture in it.) If you have a two cycle and didn't put oil in gas, do it asap. You may not yet have destroyed it, yet.
❄ Have you changed your toro's roto paddles, already? I can tell it's time for a new set.. ...I always enjoy watching people doing snow removal. Thanks for uploading yours. ☕
Sure I have not as of yet but your right they are probably do. My mower mechanic looked at that for me and said they were ok. It actually might be the drag plate that needs replaced. That’s what pushes the snow up. That usually runs out first. Thanks for watching glad your enjoyed it☕️
Not really with this model you can’t. And people that run a business 5 minutes at each property on 10 or more properties adds up to a lot of time and time is money. So yea saving time and being efficient is everything. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
@@TheLawnFellas I saw this technique about 2-3 years ago and I’m still hard headed enough to think it’s works every year but I just ended up getting snow in my face when I try to blow against the wind.
Yea sometimes I just put the chute straight ahead and to the wind drop it down and away from the wind raise it up so the wind catches it. So I don’t move the chute side to side.
Runs great actually!! Probably one of the best homeowner snowblowers you can purchase. It’s 15 years old 👍🏼 watch it throw snow here ruclips.net/video/oarfJH3G3AE/видео.html
How to correctly use a snowblower in your drive way. Meaning how you clear your driveway is faster this way. Not use a snowblower but how to clear the driveway. Sorry if you were misinformed
I don't see why you would blow the snow right into the path you are trying to clear? Does not make any sense to me. Isn't a blower intended to blow the snow out to the side and out of the way? That snow blower isn't a very good one if it can't get the snow away from where you're trying to clear.
The way I showed on this video is the most efficient way to blow off a driveway. Especially for a homeowner with a single stage snow blower with nothing in the driveway. And this snow blow is a very very good one you should probably do more research it’s going on 15 years old and starts right up. When I also do the second driveway I show how to do it with something Like a vehicle in the driveway. And I still go over the snow either way.
That blower looks pretty useless. It throws snow about 3-4 feet. I realize it's a single stage, I'm sure you could do better. Especially since you're in the business. 👍
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Thanks for the tip. I did that 55 years ago when snow blowing my Dad's driveway
Easiest way if the driveway allows it. Some driveways you can’t use this technique. 👍🏼
I love that snow thrower that does its job better than doing it by hand.
Yes it does thanks for watching bro 👍🏼
Anytime@@TheLawnFellas
I’m waiting to go out and use my snowblower for the very first time right now. I had no idea what I was going to do but now I feel prepared to tackle the driveway no problem! Thanks a lot, that’s a sub from me my friend!
Appreciate it Ryan glad this video helped you out and saved some time. Thanks for the sub also. Maybe I have a few more videos that can help 👊🏼💯
loved my Toro paddle blower, lightweight, easy to push and cleans down to the pavement...i highly recommend..
Yes I really want that for sure. It’s probably the best on the market. I was also looking into the Milwaukee paddle broom. You know anything about that??
Pretty good strategy. I learned something important for using my first snowblower ever (RYOBI). I'm waiting for the first significant snowfall.
Nice Ryobi is a great company for sure. Can’t go wrong with them. Glad this video helped you out 👍🏼💯
If it’s not heavy, wet snow, try your leaf blower, especially a backpack you would be amazed how much faster it is. It’s like blowing leaves for the snow. Been doing it for years almost don’t even need a snowblower.
Yea it was a little more than a dusting. I do use my blower for the dustings but most of the time when we get a dusting it melts so fast you almost don’t have to do anything. 👍🏼
Thank you. I am just learning how to with my new snow blower. That rock made me think, I had better wear protective eye wear!
It won’t hurt to wear something. And your welcome glad the video helped you out. 👍🏼
Free ice skates, lol. Good thing it shot the rock through and didn't get stuck. Nice to show starting in middle of driveway, some people might not know that. Good tip Tony. Maybe start a video series called Tony's Tips.
Actually when I rename my channel I was thinking of doing a Thursdays Tips & Tricks segment. Just 2-3 min video. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Thank you. Learning to live in the snow.
Sure glad I can help!! Some people didn’t know that little trick on how to save some time. Appreciate you watching!!
Love the rock! Nice snowblower technique. I'll try it later when it stops snowing.
Thank you appreciate it. Yea I am gonna go do mine later also so much snow today 👊🏼
It's nice when you can throw to both sides! Unfortunately I can't do that on the two driveways I currently do.
Yes that’s why with the one driveway I go side to side to keep the chute straight.
We learned a more efficient way to work. Thanks
Sure hope it helped 👍🏼
Oh, another tip. You can adjust the choke lever if the machine is not running smoothly in or out. Sometimes people just put it fully choke or fully unchoke when it can be adjusted to make the SB run the smoothest.
I always just run it at recommended through the manual. This snowblower is 17 years old. It’s a great snowblower. If you run non ethanol fuel in small engines you get way more out of them. Thanks for the extra tip. I switched over to battery. Since I don’t do this for a living. Check out my latest video.
Great video and that is a great system Tony. You were right, I should have watched the other day 🤦♂️🤣 Awesome work
Hey man just trying to help. If it helps one person the video did it’s job. Thanks for watching appreciate it 👊🏼
@@TheLawnFellas It definitely helps. Thanks for sharing brother
@@DOCREAL1118 awesome man glad it helped 👊🏼
Nice. Few things. Right handers (me!) start left side of blower on best estimation of middle line, and chute to the right (not left) :) You also started one bite more left on both driveways than you should have, but hindsight is 20/20. I agree with your technique. It is funny watching people not doing it this way, but they definitely get a better workout! By the way, I am a Buffalonian and there is much to be said for single-stage for almost a majority of snow falls, even here. Just stay ahead of it the best you can. A single-stage is so, so much faster than a two-stage. I have one each snowblower, choose the single stage way more often. Sorry, one other tip. Put a gas shut-off on your snowblower gas line, when it's stored for a while, shut off gas flow and run what's left out of carb to keep carb clean for next time.
Yes a single stage is plenty for me. I actually switched to a battery snow blower. Check out my latest video. It’s a great snow blower. A gas shutoff is definitely a great idea!! Thanks
That doesn't make any sense. You start to the left row off-center with your chute throwing right? So what happens once you get to the bottom of your first line? You come back up the right of center and throw snow over your right shoulder directly onto the line you just cleared.
@philmcclenaghan7056 I never threw snow back onto were I just cleared. Did you watch the video?? Some driveways were you can throw snow to both sides you never have to move your chute. If you have a wall like the one driveway then it’s harder to accomplish.
Very Helpful Thanks 😊
Your welcome glad it helped 👍🏼
I’ve learned for my driveway there is generally a cross wind that makes this strategy a problem. So unless there is no wind, I move the chute to blow with the wind.
I agree wind and objects can make this strategy not so good. But if the driveway allows it. This is the fastest way. 👍🏼 thanks for watching and the comment
Thanks for a well done informative vid on snowblower methods. Here in central Alaska snow removal is a national pastime from September to April lol! Couldn’t help noticing you were operating your snowblower with bare hands; man you gotta be some tough mountain man; here near the Arctic Circle where I’ve seen -70°F if someone uses bare hands outside on metal surfaces their flesh instantly freezes to the handle. Stay safe and Thanks Again.
Wow that’s cold there for sure. Yea when your moving around here it’s not to bad. But thanks for watching appreciate it 👍🏼
Nice rock photography 👍🙂
Thanks 👍🏼
Not a bad strategy as long as there isn't a 30 mph wind blowing the snow back at you. In that case, I'd shoot the snow in the same direction as the wind is blowing.
Very true or you can just point the chute downward and it will stay out of the wind!! Some cases this doesn’t work especially if you have a wall to contend with.
my toro does a great job, just like on your video
Nice 👍🏼 Toro is a great company for sure. Check out some of my other videos for me. I would really appreciate it. I have some more Toro mower videos 🔥🔥
Heck yea!!! Nice little tip!! Hopefully I won't have to use it again this year 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Don't hit this button 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for watching hope it helps someone save some time and yes please don’t hit that button 😉 😂😂😂 you should steal that trick in your descriptions.
Using a lawn spreader for salt is the best way to go. One pass and your done. Not the twenty times refilling the big red cup, from the bucket.
Well that depends. I actually have since bought a handheld spreader. In my opinion that’s the best way to go. You won’t get salt in the grass and can control the salt better. I can do my driveway and walk way with one full up.
Awesome video man looks great 👊
Thank you Taylor glad you enjoyed it 👊🏼
@@TheLawnFellas ur welcome any time
It's amazing how many people can't figure this out
Very true! I mean it makes it a lot easier especially with a snow blower like this one. The chute is so far way to move. 👍🏼
They will eventually, but they choose to watch it from an experienced man. To me they are quite smart
@@randomstuff0069 thank you for the kind words 💪🏼
I love the thumbnail lol
Thanks 👍🏼
I’ve been subbed and the bell rung. I just assumed you didn’t do much content because this is the first video I’ve seen show up.
It’s a busy year for snow!
Thanks for watching dirty, I may be changing my channel name like your doing with the dirty lawn thug channel.
Awesome, Brother! Thanks!
Thanks for always watching Louuuuuuuuu 👊🏼
that was a dusting lol could have done that with a broom haha
Hahahahha it’s hardly a dusting did you see that snow flying out of the chute. I doubt a broom would push that snow. I actually did the video for the purpose of saving some time.
Nice we need shot of tequila out there good job
Thanks appreciate it 💪🏼
Greetings from Summer in New Zealand.. watched this with interest.. curious to know where you live..
I raked leaves this afternoon.. different from what you are doing..who knows some time I might have a winter in the northern hemisphere. And do this..
Hopefully you had a hot drink when you were done and enjoyed the football unless you're a hockey fan ??
Cheers..
Hey Phillip thanks for watching. Lucky you with summer now. It usually starts getting warmer in April here in Pennsylvania. 👊🏼
Looks like an inch of snow...where are you, Orlando??
lol apparently you didn’t watch the entire video. Some Driveways in the video has a little less than the others because of the wind. Now go back and watch the full video, say sorry, and hit the like 😂😂😂 totally jk. More than an inch though.
Thanks for the video. Just moved from California to Ontario, Canada. Snow is mostly new to me.
What model of Toro is your snowblower?
It’s the Toro single stage power clear. It’s from 2003 so not exactly sure the model number. This one has electric start option also. Thanks for checking out the video 👍🏼💯
Right way ... kinda sloppy ... paddles may be worn ... ive done big complexes and there are many tricks to doing this on a comercial scale efficiently also its all about the shoveling and salting edges without spreading salt to far and causing turf repairs from salt burn in spring ...
Nice. I am guessing that you used bulk salt. I use stuff that won’t harm grass or pets. I don’t want to ruin my sidewalk either with salt. I think the paddles are a little worn since this is a snow blower from 2004. Check out my latest video of my newest snow blow can’t wait to test out this thing. Appreciate you checking out my channel 💪🏼
Hey brother I'm glad you liked the solo cup idea 💪. Surprisingly it works pretty well. I guess growing up poor has its benefits in the future 😂.
No doubt appreciate you watching my videos and hanging out during that premiere hope that video helped 👍🏼
@@TheLawnFellas always brother. I'm so ready for spring...I'm tired of the winter time and snow lol
@@JonsDailyHustle you and me both. I am a teacher so I enjoy the summer Side Hustle for sure 👊🏼
I always keep the auger engaged. On and off stresses the belt and shortens its lifetime.
Nice that’s a great tip for sure appreciate it!!
Maybe I’m dumb. I have a similar style snow blower (isn’t self propelled not sure if yours is or not) but I start mine up and It’s impossible to get going. The augers moving but when I push it just gets jammed. It snowed last night and I tried to clear my driveway this morning/afternoon so maybe it was just too solid of snow? Ended up just hand shoveling and was super disappointed.
Wow really. I would maybe put something through that chute to see if something is clogging it. Pull the spark plug boot so nothing dangerous can happen. I had that thing since 2008 and never had an issue with it.
How much would you charge for someone. Who is just starting out ?
Well I don’t do snow for money but in my area I believe it would be $40-$50 a driveway. It will all depend on the size and the depth of snow.
Hey I'm new to the snowblower thing. I was wondering what kinda if fuel should you put into it. I put regular gasoline in there and I'm worried that I may have messed it up.
I use non ethanol gas in mine. Put some Sta-bil in it. That may help 👍🏼
@@TheLawnFellas I use a brand of fuel called Aspen and was told that I do t need to out any stabilizer in it. What are thoughts?
@@pjfan173 honestly never heard of it. I use non ethanol fuel so I don’t use stabilizers either. It starts right up. 👍🏼
I think this is what you are after: If you have two-cycle engine, you need to mix two-cycle oil into gasoline at a proportion recommended. If you have a four cycle engine, you can put regular gas (no mixture in it.) If you have a two cycle and didn't put oil in gas, do it asap. You may not yet have destroyed it, yet.
Agree 👍🏼 mine is straight gas.
Were you live
Western PA why??
❄ Have you changed your toro's roto paddles, already? I can tell it's time for a new set..
...I always enjoy watching people doing snow removal. Thanks for uploading yours. ☕
Sure I have not as of yet but your right they are probably do. My mower mechanic looked at that for me and said they were ok. It actually might be the drag plate that needs replaced. That’s what pushes the snow up. That usually runs out first. Thanks for watching glad your enjoyed it☕️
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WHAT DOES IT TAKE , MAYBE 5 SECONDS TO CHANGE THE SHOOT.. CAN DO THAT WHILE YOU ARE MOVING.
Not really with this model you can’t. And people that run a business 5 minutes at each property on 10 or more properties adds up to a lot of time and time is money. So yea saving time and being efficient is everything. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
This only works when it’s not windy in 1 direction.
That could be true. But it’s worth a try 👍🏼
@@TheLawnFellas I saw this technique about 2-3 years ago and I’m still hard headed enough to think it’s works every year but I just ended up getting snow in my face when I try to blow against the wind.
Yea sometimes I just put the chute straight ahead and to the wind drop it down and away from the wind raise it up so the wind catches it. So I don’t move the chute side to side.
Doesn't sound like it's running right. Engine surging and doesn't blow snow very far at all. WTF?
Runs great actually!! Probably one of the best homeowner snowblowers you can purchase. It’s 15 years old 👍🏼 watch it throw snow here ruclips.net/video/oarfJH3G3AE/видео.html
This didn't teach me how to use a snowblower. It taught me how to watch you use a snowblower
How to correctly use a snowblower in your drive way. Meaning how you clear your driveway is faster this way. Not use a snowblower but how to clear the driveway. Sorry if you were misinformed
@@TheLawnFellas it's ok. I was able to find a video that I needed
@@MA-wo5yk awesome maybe I will do one of the snowblower in the future!! Thanks for checking out my channel!!
@@TheLawnFellas if you do, a "How to use a Snowblower for dummies," type is very much needed on you tube. Thanks
@@MA-wo5yk awesome thanks for the title. Much appreciated for sure. I will try if we get more snow here.
I don't see why you would blow the snow right into the path you are trying to clear? Does not make any sense to me. Isn't a blower intended to blow the snow out to the side and out of the way? That snow blower isn't a very good one if it can't get the snow away from where you're trying to clear.
The way I showed on this video is the most efficient way to blow off a driveway. Especially for a homeowner with a single stage snow blower with nothing in the driveway. And this snow blow is a very very good one you should probably do more research it’s going on 15 years old and starts right up. When I also do the second driveway I show how to do it with something Like a vehicle in the driveway. And I still go over the snow either way.
💩happens ! snow blowing !
Yes it does!!
using a snow blower for 2 inches of snow in a 40 foot driveway? Really?
I can’t control Mother Nature. Wanted to make a video. And actually it was 3 driveways. 👍🏼
Might have worked better if your engine wasn't surging.
I thought the engine sounded fine. It’s an older model 2006.
That blower looks pretty useless. It throws snow about 3-4 feet. I realize it's a single stage, I'm sure you could do better. Especially since you're in the business. 👍
Actually it works decent. Also I am not in the snow business. Just helping neighbors out. Thanks
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