Auger bearing replacement on an Ariens ST824

[@floobertuber]

Awesome breakdown of this potentially annoying task (I am not much of a mechanic!). Thanks for an excellent video! My *only* snowblower is an ST824 (bought in 1980) which I just recently discovered has this same problem. The bearing is on its way, so I'll be doing this very soon. This will make it a lot easier. I owe you a beer, man!!

[@bc454irocz89]

Helpful video. I used a NICE 1635 bearing .75 id x 1.75 of x .5" on an Ariens 924028. I've seen some parts say 1.625 OD but I believe that is incorrect

[@georgebailey7692]

It's interesting to see how other folks work and use tools. The new woodruff key should have been lightly sanded on each side to enable it to fit freely, otherwise good job.

[@m.g.540]

Never seize that is stiff and seemingly dried out, just add some light engine oil and stir it up with a screwdriver it will become thin and useful again, in fact a little extra oil you can make it into any consistency that works best for your project, such as flange applications that a thick film is not desired. Good execution of that job, you make it look easy, well it is always easier after watching someone else actually do the job.

[@l337pwnage]

The thing I like most about that Ariens design is it's easy to modify a generic pulley to fit there and you can have an overdrive with very little work. :) I put a 50% overdrive on my old blower and it really threw the snow after that, lol.

[@EdHourigan]

Best detailed video around on how to do this. Thanks for making it!

[@Titliest07]

I'm glad you found it helpful

[@EdHourigan]

@@Titliest07 Pretty sure the bearing in mine s**t the bed today; More snow on the way. What a great time for a break down!

[@Titliest07]

@@EdHourigan always check your machine out before the season. One of the checks is to pull on your impeller and see how much slop is in your auger bearing

[@EdHourigan]

@@Titliest07 Yes, I did that. I don't think the bearing is bad. However, I wonder if those 2 set screws are loose? I guess I won't know until I split it. Machine is practically new. I purchased it in 2013 but I only use it 6-8 times a year so it has low hours.

[@paulsavard8484]

I wondered how to put that bearing back into place. I've spent days searching for the answer! Thank you so much!. Mine is incredibly tight, I think i'll sand the auger piece a little.

[@chrisrichard8194]

Job well done. And yes.... DEWALT I find is one of the best. Take care

[@philjerome9795]

I have a really old Ariens (1966). I got it running about five years ago. Luckily it didn't need too many parts.

[@truckandtractorgarage740]

nice to see you're back!!!

[@Titliest07]

Not sure about back....but yes I'm still alive

[@truckandtractorgarage740]

Really miss you videos.

[@Speedstack21]

Easy video to follow. I need to do this to my 1032 and hope the procedure is similar, thanks. 😎

[@Biggie1231]

I wish they still made the shoots like this I have a newer 824. I like the older style better

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

Ha! One pull. Very nice job and that’s a sweet machine.

[@IHcubcadet]

Nice work bud. I did a bunch of thees bearings last fall. I find that the drive belt tensioner pivot shaft tends to get all worn out causing the pulley to turn sideways. Ended up welding and re-drilling the pivot hole.

[@Titliest07]

I've seen a few of those broken in half before too

[@tomalbright8136]

Thanks for posting...now to find my 3 jaw puller...I found 4-2 jaw but my 3 is eluding me......Thx again.

[@ratsalad5054]

It's an 86' give or take a year. The 90's model had a few subtle changes

[@harryharry3193]

nice job man. buy some cr mo impact sockets. could save an eyeball. HF has them too.

[@Titliest07]

I have them for the big stuff.

[@db130]

It's the impeller bearing but nice job nonetheless. I just did one this afternoon so I know these can be a pain.

[@Titliest07]

Call it whatever you want. The shop I worked at called them auger bearings.

[@floobertuber]

I've always heard it called an auger bearing, but it IS right behind the impeller, so who knows. I reckon most guys would know what bearing you meant, regardless of which term was used.

[@l337pwnage]

@@Titliest07 If, for example, the auger and impeller use the same part number, I could see that. They layman, the professional, and the parts list rarely agree, lol.

[@je1279]

What were the symptoms that caused you to replace this bearing? I just picked up a used 824 and while everything works, the impeller rattles like crazy when the auger is not engaged. I'm guessing this is the most likely culprit but not certain.

[@thenash76]

Nice to see an upload from ya!

[@xVoidCypher]

How much play before you should seriously consider replacing it? I would not want to have to replace this bearing in the middle of winter outside..

[@Titliest07]

@xVoidCypher i don't know an exact number but if you can make the shaft move side to side and you can hear a clunk it's time

[@milwsdl39]

OK do you have a video on how to replace the drive Spring pulley the spring for it can’t seem to find the right location and put it back in it was broken got back to a project after a week should I save pictures didn’t know if you could help me

[@digital_gene_tech]

The issue I'm having is the pulley assembly you attached keeps sliding to close to the blower and the belt keeps falling off. I've tried to tighten those two grub screws as best I can but it keeps sliding in. Should I use some washers as spacers to keep it from sliding in?

[@Titliest07]

Never heard of that happening. Maybe the key is bad. Pull it all apart and find out

[@rgmtb]

@@Titliest07 My key was shot so I had to get a new one. That might be it then. I'm working on a spacer to help keep the mount in place and maybe even drill some notches for the grub nuts in the shaft to keep everything in place. You thoughts?

[@РусланМирный-и2ц]

Tell me what is the diameter of a large pulley?

[@charlieclark7708]

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[@Titliest07]

When the next ice storm hits

[@andrefiset3569]

Be careful with that puller, this part is cast iron and i broke it and it is unavalable.

[@jamesripley6472]

Well, came across this video hopefully I can get an answer on an old video. Tried to replace the bearing on my 824 but the drive hub will not come off. I ended up breaking one of the tabs off that holds one of the three bolts with a 3 jaw puller. So now I've heated it, tapped on it with a socket to try and break it free more pb blaster but having an issue getting back on it. Bout ready to heat it red hot a drive something between the shaft and hub. But before I do that anyone have an idea to best go at this?

[@Titliest07]

Use Emory cloth and fluid film to clean the shaft. Or just cut the bearing off with a cutting disc

[@jamesripley6472]

@@Titliest07 found a 2 jaw gear puller, I'm going to try that if that doesnt do it probably go with and angle grinder. I cant sand the shaft its flush with the bearing, pain in the ass. Damn part is expensive too!

[@terry5732]

So I watched the whole thing and never saw him get to the auger bearing.

[@roberthastings1897]

Anybody out there that can teii me where i can get a pully for a ST724 drive pull on the auger

[@Titliest07]

Jacks small engine