Snowblower doesn't throw snow far, losing power, and even shuts off!!! How to take off & clean carb!

Hey everyone!
The used Toro Snow Commander single stage snowblower that I picked up isn't running like it should. This blower has the Toro R-Tek 7hp 2 stroke engine, and its not as powerful as it should be. Plus, it loses power and RPM sometimes and I have to stop blowing to let the RPM come back up before continuing. Super annoying!
This is a common symptom of a dirty carburetor.
This video shows a step-by-step removal and disassembly of the Walbro carburetor on this snowblower. This is very similar if not identical in procedure to many other snowblowers.
I am lucky enough to have an ultrasonic cleaner, however I have cleaned many in the past without one. Taking time to clean the carburetor jets, emulsion tube, and float bowl has made this snowblower run like new again!
Hope it helps,
-Dave

[@stellarproductions8888]

Excellent job Dave getting that carburetor cleaned up. Sure makes a difference when your snow blower can actually blow snow, and not bog down like your constipated and can't pass a stool on the toilet.

[@stillmancorey]

I enjoy your videos. These Toro 2 cycle machines are great. They sound like a very large chainsaw, which makes it even better. Lol.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks very much! I love the 2 stroke blowers. Lots of power and light weight!

[@minks9220]

So easy that a girl can do it. Great video! Thank you, Dave!

[@rogermcdonald1607]

Dave the Toro snow commander was a great and powerful machine in my opinion. Not sure why they quit making them. Wished i could find a used one. Nice video Dave, and you really showed how easy they are to work on. 🇨🇦🇺🇸❄🌨👍

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks Roger! I’m keeping this one long term for sure. I love it!

[@kenk3102]

...thanks Dave for another DIY video.....never get tired of watching someone else clean carbs... lol.....great job...

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks Ken!

[@SuperJamster1]

Dave, Nice simple cleaning. One trick I always perform is after assembling the float/bowl, I turn the carb upside down, and blow air (might want to use a clean hose) into the fuel intake. As I slowly turn the bowl right side up, you can tell if the air stops from the needle seating. I can't tell you how many times this has saved me time. The air replicates the fuel movement. Nice work.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

That’s a great tip Super! I will give that a try on my next carb. Cheers!

[@michaelfarris2556]

Sounds like a dirt bike. Donney boy would be like where is the open door are ventilation? Hillbilly style love it. Stay safe

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Ha! I had both man doors open and the fan on. Fired it up and then cleared the garage, went out to blow the snow!

[@lassila3]

Dave. I like it. When Donyboy retires, this guy will make it.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Wow, thanks!

[@999thenewman]

Good job, Dave.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thank you!!!

[@camerondorland8316]

Looks good brother

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks Cam!

[@thebeardedstork432]

Great job, Dave! Well done!

[@alanlevine3984]

Nice job

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks Alan!

[@theajeff]

Great stuff, Dave. Thanks for what you are doing.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks for watching Jeff!

[@markdevine929]

Good video Dave.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thank you Mark!

[@Big_Johns]

Nice job Dave, keep'm coming brother. 👍

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks John!

[@Big_Johns]

Anytime!! 🙂

[@buckybarnes3803]

My initial carb problem was a floater that was stuck. Now every once in awhile it'll quit, so I'm going to try this. Also mine is the kind with the adjustment screw at the bottom of the Bowl

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Hey Bucky! Totally worth a try. All of that junk in the foot bowl was likely clogging up the jet or the needle seat. Let me know how it goes!

[@mattbradley9256]

Thank you

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Any Time!

[@EngineNoise305]

When I got an old ccr3650 I also cleaned the exhaust port out. That might free up some more power too.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Nice, I’ll pull mine off and check it out!

[@EzRay11]

Hey Dave Great tips Bud. I like the idea of using one of those nut driver bits to access the emulsion tube. How do those Toro machines handle the deep stuff? We’ve been hit pretty hard lately here in Niagara and my 30” MTD sometimes struggles to get through. I’m seeing a lot more of those 2 strokes out there. Cheers Dave

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Hey Ray! Yes that bit really did work out great. I’m not surprised the 30” MTD struggled - every blower I’ve seen has been struggling. I used a bigger 2 stage toro this season and it really throws the snow. I think any snowblower sub 10hp would struggle with the amount of snow we have had in southwestern Ontario… my 7hp does well with the powdery stuff however a dual stage is really best when things get a bit warmer and sloppy out. I used to think that for most people, a 5-7hp single stage is all you need, but after this year, I’m not sure.

[@davefitzpatrick83]

Great job! Keep up the videos!

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks Dave!

[@seanmcgillicuddy956]

Run some Seafoam once in a while to help with internal cleaning.. Nice video..

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Funny you say that Sean, I have some in the tank right now!

[@davefitzpatrick83]

Hey Dave, what type of 2 stroke oil do you use in this? The service manual specs a TCW certified type, which I don't think is super common? Would Stihl 2-cycle oil (or similar) be ok? Just curious. Thanks!

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Hey Dave - I have used Stihl 2 stroke oil for the last two winters without any issues.

[@colbiesandberg7688]

I got the same machine, same carb. Cleaned it all up, wont start. Put a new spark plug, no start. My confidence in carbs and manhood is shot. Ordered a new carb😢

[@jeffkenyon7084]

Nice informational videos they feel like your trying to help us your not just another look at me look at what I can do channel thank you dave

[@sebastiancardenasholik]

Cool. nice suggestion youtube algo

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Thanks for stopping in!

[@mikeaho4143]

Great job Dave. Just a comment, maybe you might look into a wireless mic so you wouldn't sound like you're in a tunnel. Thanks for sharing.

[@DavesSmallEngines]

I agree. That’s what I’m buying next!

[@Big_Johns]

🙂👍

[@nashguy207]

Dave does it have a 4 cycle or a 2 cycle engine?

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Hey Nash! 7hp two stroke!!!

[@lassila3]

That sound at 0:24 was too accurate

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Spot on, eh Birk?!

[@Jake-tq2vr]

Hahha I wanna say I was today's (33) years age when I realized "choke" literally ment too "CHOKE" the engine of air lol smh things my dad shoulda said instead of the bs he did

[@purebrawn5208]

Who's the young lady in the thumbnail ??

[@DavesSmallEngines]

That’s me!

[@lassila3]

It would be hella funny if you called your KZbin DavyBoy+year you were born

[@DavesSmallEngines]

Ha! Maybe I need to do a name change