How to Fix a Snowblower Auger Gear [Part 2]

[@derknorm8790]

Oh boy was this video and the first part helpful. Currently pulling mine apart right now

[@williamdorsey2029]

We don't always give people like yourself the credit they deserve, Ten thumbs up for applying your tradesmanship to help keep things working..

[@asertiv1]

This video is fantastic. I was tempted to buy a new blower, but your video, and about $50 in parts brought my old craftsman back to life. just in time for the next storm tomorrow night. Thanks!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Glad I was able to help, thanks for watching asertiv1!

[@philrader2016]

This video saved me a lot of headaches and time. The flat sections on the bushings is easy to miss and the housing of the wormgear will not go back together unless the bushings are setting flush. Thanks again this was super helpful.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@bdawg8907]

Good demo for the rebuild. With the impeller out…. I’d have done the impeller mod at the same time since it would have been easy. I did the impeller mod and now my blower never clogs with slush and it made a noticeable improvement in blowing the fluffy stuff. 😊

[@upagainstyou623]

giant thank you, back up and running saved me a ton of money and learned a lot.

[@MrAAok]

Just wanted to take the time to thank you for this video! Because of you I was able to repair my snowblower with the same exact problem! You literally saved me hundreds of dollars! Thank you!!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Hey, thanks for watching, if you don't mind, leave me a Google review? Would definitely help me out, thanks again!

[@MrAAok]

Eliminator Performance you got it!

[@michaelwittke8336]

Great job! FYI, the reason there is an inside and outside hole for the wheel retaining pin is for those that do a lot of turning, the machine will operate as if it had an "open differential" and they won’t be fighting a “locked” drive axial as they try to make turns

[@pkelly8816]

Absolutely spot on, professor. Well explained. Thanks.

[@edgoetz8303]

Thanks for the thorough description on repairing the auger housing. Very helpful and informative.

[@augustharlacher5660]

Thank you for this awesome video on how to replace a broken gear box gear! My son-in-law's craftsman snow blower is only 1 year old and already have to deal with this kind of repair. But we have a gravel driveway so it's to be expected. So, I guess I have some work to do. I'm a retired auto mechanic, but by watching your video I'll GET-ER-DONE! Thanks again for part 1 and part 2 step by step repair! WELL, DONE! 😎👍🙏

[@briangohr8888]

Thanks! This really helped me. I found the brass gear online for $12. The key way was too narrow, but I widened it and worked perfectly.

[@codywheten6242]

Thank you so much for the detailed breakdown of the gearbox! this made me feel mich more confident while repairing my blower!

[@rogerbracken6225]

Excellent job. Your attention to the details of the job was very helpful. It really helps that you pointed out all of the details of the reassembly noting particularly the proper alignment of the parts to the case so that those of us following you (hopefully) will remember to look for that orientation before attempting the reassembly.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Roger!

[@JohnJones-qs5yt]

One of the best how to videos I have ever viewed. This is a big job and I wanted detail to get it right . Thank You. I am certain I will view it a few more times.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching, good luck on the repair!

[@philliphall5198]

He is a great teacher and should be in trade school teaching

[@pastrana37]

eliminator thanks so much for your part 2 video auger gear box..i can't wait to look on my mtd yard snowblower my same issue..best explanation i ever see...thks thump up100%

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidchizek8760]

I need to do the same job on a craftsman blower. Your video is wonderful. Saving my back side :)

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Just did one the other day, thanks for watching!

[@freedom_dispenser]

Thanks for the most informative video about this model, I have the exact same one and I was in fear it was the worm gear, spent about 45 minutes tearing it down step by step to your video and ordered my worm gear and grease! Big appreciation keep up the amazing work sir.

[@KianaShalix]

Not going to lie I wish I had found your channel last year! I bought the exact machine and the guy before me has bolts in for the pins. Paid 150$ for it because the guy thought it was leaking gas out of the block but it turns out it was just a fuel line cracked and I thought I had won a little lottery but I guess I will see what happens when I get it running if the gear is pooched. I am hoping not! Great videos!

[@TheBessie98]

I have the same exact model Craftsman 9HP, 26", so this was a fantastic and invaluable video on rebuilding the gear box. I've learned so much and hopefully repaired my machine on my own. I was unable to join the 2 sides of the snowblower alone, until the augur lever was depressed, which I may not have done, if you hadn't explained that. There is one thing. After everything was back together and tested, I noticed the augur blades kept turning, even when the augur handle was not depressed? Is there something I missed? Thanks again, I'm definitely a subscriber!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Likely the cable for auger set with too much tension so the brake isn't engaging, or it's the belt that's too tight. Also check to make sure the idler return spring is still connected. If not, it won't pull back the idler pulley enough and the belt will stay slightly engaged.

[@LeftyLen1961]

A very helpful video . Not too much time spent showing basic bolt removal but very thorough !!! Great real help. I now feel ready to strip mine down.

[@932stretch]

Gotta do this on my Ariens. Was told the whole worm gear/shafts/gear-box had to be changed all at one time. Parts came to $275.00. Going to take mine apart to see what/which gear I need. I hope mine goes as easy as you made yours look. Wish me luck. Thanks, JIM

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Good luck, Jim!

[@javiergriffin5343]

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[@patrickmorin7693]

Great video and you speak very clearly. For those who have never done it, it’s a heads up to all the details important a mechanic must do. Such a job should cost 4 hours labour plus parts in my opinion.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@waynestefinashen239]

Excellent 2 Part Video especially pointing out the significance of the flats in the housing in relationship to the bushing flats. Without that information someone might break a housing if they did not realize they had interference. Presently Stens offers FREE shipping on orders over $150 Cdn but you need to set up a prepaid (credit card) account with them.

[@brianmedeiros417]

Great video! The pin on the tire had two settings. My manual mentioned something about easy maneuverability during light snow.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes, install a pin on 1 wheel to the outside of the wheel to allow it to spin. Both wheels pinned to the axle drives both like pozi in old muscle cars, better traction but harder to turn

[@brianmedeiros417]

Again, awesome video. Showing to my buddy so he can fix what he broke! Jeep up the great work!

[@claudedesaulniers2300]

Thanks for pointing out those flat spots in there. I couldn’t figure out why my case wasn’t shutting properly.

[@1ronhall]

Nice work and nice video .... very thorough and professional repair ......

[@robofstein8181]

Nice job. I would add that you should grease or oil the auger shafts before installing the aluminum gear box shells. This helps protect the seals as you slide the gear box shells onto the auger axle.

[@nickpatrinos3823]

Really great detailed explanation of this type of repair. Very knowledgeable mechanic. Thanks so much!! Nick P. Milwaukee, WI

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@cubul32]

Thanks bud, from Montreal, QC, thumbs up.

[@simonmorneau7933]

You are very efficient !!!! Thank you again and again!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼☕️☕️

[@swamijis1]

THANK YOU FOR AN EXCELLENT VIDEO, GREAT MANNER OF EXPLAINING ON HOW TO PUT IT TOGETHER KEEP THEM COMING GOD BLESS.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Bob!

[@PTucker0864]

That's the exact blower I have except 26". I had a shear pin break, but the propeller broke also on one side...mangled it! Was wondering how to get the auger assembly apart at the back.....this was perfectly illustrated! Thanks!

[@Goonies-xh3qr]

The left tire axle pin goes on the outside for light snow and ease of maneuverability according to the manual. I have mine through the inside as you were saying so both tires are gripping.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes like the old pozi traction on muscle cars, I find it better when it's locked, and the snow/ice makes it easy enough to turn the snowblower. These are quite small units anyway, and I find them easy to maneuver.

[@Ronaldo-ge3ty]

Great video, just in the process of refurbishing my old blower, made thing so much easier

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@Wallace823]

Very nice work, we'll described. Customer has to be happy.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes, he was very happy! Thanks for watching Wallace!

[@zaldybelsol9224]

Nice! The content is detailed. Thanks. Will try to fix mine..

[@joehawthorn3018]

Very Good. I will be working on a similar blower come warmer weather. Its very rusty. Your video will help. Thanks

[@AquarianDiary]

Excellent tutorial. I appreciate all the detailed instructions.

[@shawn5294]

Thanks for posting this video. It helped me out tons as I had the wrong shear pins in mine as well. I now have a new gear and the correct shear pins.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Glad I was able to help, thanks for watching!

[@troyg748]

Cool vid, and I see you're in Ontario too. I just discovered the same issue with mine. Was stored at a buddy's for 2 years. I got it back in not so good shape. Was brand new.....

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Cheers from Port Colborne 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@932stretch]

Great Video. Just can't beat the old Tecumseh Snow King Engines.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching 932stretch!

[@patrickmorin7693]

I have 2 snow king 10 hp set up on a custom blower but I have no part numbers. Could you provide me a compatible # please for gear box parts.

[@tdcurrie3579]

Both parts 1and 2 are great videos. Very informative.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks T&D!

[@kfredj]

Helped me out greatly!

[@edrodrigues5623]

Great video, Had the son take it out and ran over the lead cord that he used to start it. The impeller runs great but the auger very slow, if at all. Took the sheer pins off tonight and not the right ones, just bent bolts. I want to see if I can do this on my own. Excellent job.

[@catherineelisecairns1097]

Great job

[@johnbarone843]

Fantastic tutorial on how to DYI a 3 to 400$ repair! Keep them coming! I subscribed!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching John!

[@valnaso8645]

Excellent Video!!

[@valnaso8645]

I am putting my gear assy back together today and replacing the front bushing, it does not fit onto the shaft and i do not want to bang it on as it will crack, any suggestions?

[@karurbadrinarayanan9530]

Very good information and I have one question. Is it possible to reconnect axil of auger with out disconnecting the auger from the back of the snow blower. I have a condition where axil came off the bush due to stone or ice. Please let me know how to go about it. Thanks.

[@davidpatterson5728]

WOW, THANK YOU!!! What detail you provide. I just picked up a MTD 8x26" blower with a busted auger. Not ever done one before I'm waiting for the gear box. This is a 1994 blower, very well cared for. There is NO gasket between the two halves. Seems odd, but do you know if back then they were built that way? I was given a CUB CADET 28" blower, big hole in the block. For my limited knowledge all else appears good. I was looking to get a predator replacement engine, trying to keep cost down as much as possible. I want to give one away to help someone out. A friend has a TORO, tracked 3 stage. It has set outside for at least 3 years. The thing started right up, runs a little rough but runs. It probably doesn't have 4 hours on it. The linkages are messed up, due to setting out no doubt. It doesn't seem to go through the snow worth a crap, it blows and in forward gears goes fine but a wheeled unit seems to have a lot more balls than this does. How do the gearing work? Are they like a pressure on the pulley? Never owned a blower so have zero experience in this area. Again, I thank you for your knowledge, and for taking the time to produce such high end instruction!! Dave in Vermont, 100% off grid for 43 years and counting

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching! It has a friction wheel drive underneath!

[@chichuaxyiong7803]

Great demonstration. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheDeuble4u]

love the vid. thank you. i do feel you used a lil too much grease.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

That stuff mixes around pretty good, still running today with no issues!

[@Goonies-xh3qr]

Any tips on how to break a seized/rusted auger free from the auger axle? I was able to get a pry bar in and break one side free, but the other side won't give. I bought a lower HP Craftsman for parts for my 9hp/26in snowblower that I completely destroyed the auger blades on.

[@thomaswilson5228]

same happened on my 9/26 axle is froze to one side auger. sheer pin ( nut and bolt) were rusted and froze. had to drill it out but still cant get axle to spin as it is froze to blade impeller. gear box and rest of machine is functioning fine. Hate to tear it down if I dont have to.

[@donniedoesit4958]

Good hearing someone using the correct terminology for the parts and description of repairs. Good job. Maybe you can help I believe I came across a '79 Magna Front Tine Tiller with a 5 horse Briggs can't find much info about this machine maybe you can help let me know thanks. Oh, can I buy a shear pin assortment pack?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thank you, I'll look into the Magna Tiller and see what I can find. As for the shear pins, yes you can buy assortment packs, maybe try Amazon, we got ours at STENS.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

www.tillersdirect.com/stories/395-How-to-Access-Old-Rototiller-Manuals.html

[@donniedoesit4958]

Thanks that'll be helpful. I'm a painter by trade and do this in the winter. Mowers and anything with an engine. I remember times when I wouldn't nothing but five or six years old my dad and I working on mowers. Good Times. we especially liked the ones where the flywheel key was sheared people thought it was junk.

[@joshmichels6992]

What grease did you put on the gear itself. Great job.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

White lithium

[@recklesmess]

Great video, helped me repair my snowblower.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks Kevin!

[@robertcasserly9967]

Nice job perfect!

[@mpeters5549]

Have you ever taken a different gearcase assembly and made it to fit on another sbowblower? My Toro 28" MaxHD worm gears are toast. Found a 32" on ebay that i maybe can cut down to make it work

[@newjerseybt]

This is one machine that can greatly benefit from an impeller kit. It will throw snow 30 - 50% farther. I put one on my 2003 Ariens 1128DLE and I can throw 60 feet when powdery. It will also pump slushy snow without clogging.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for the recommendation, I've heard of them but never tried them out!

[@samuelcartagena3002]

Good explain

[@TheSqoou]

Thanks. We're down on just the other side of the pond and needed exactly this tutorial.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@cwsrad]

Did you ever have to remove and replace auger gear box bushings/sleeves in each half of gear box case? If so, how did you remove and how is the oil seal kept into place on a Toro PowerMax 1028 OXE snowblower?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I'm not sure how that gear box goes together on that model, I'd recommend going on Google and try to find yourself an illustrated parts list and see what comes up.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

But on this one, the sleeves and bushings were fine.

[@paulwojtala6425]

Great video, very informative especially for the DIY

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@MowersNBlowers]

Good job Jake!

[@mike300406]

an extra 2 for the customer very thoughtful good man some people don't care 1 bit they would rather you bring it back more money yaa yaa yaa

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes I always try to provide the best service! Thanks for watching!

[@kennethbiswabic8602]

An excellent video! Thank you very much! I do have a question however... In part two, when you're reassembling the gearbox, the worm gear is already covered with a white grease. What type of grease is the white grease and why why did you need to use it instead of just the STENS "00" that you used in the rest of it?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

It's a Lithium grease, I reused some of the old stuff that didn't have metal shavings in it, it works good too

[@kennethbiswabic8602]

Thank you very much for the speedy response! I currently have mine disassembled for the exact same problem. I've already completely cleaned out both halves of the gearbox shell with brake clean because it was a complete disaster. Brass dust and shavings everywhere! Reusing any of the existing grease was simply not an option. Thanks again!

[@TonyJordan987]

Some greases are incompatible with each other and can actually harden the mixture of greases or make them lose their viscosity. If it's all in the same housing I'd stick with the same type.

[@josejimenezcaceres5277]

Hello, thanks for the video. My machine has that damaged part. I don't know what brand it is, it says Stanley 30” but I'm looking for that part by that brand and I can't find it. Could you help me?

[@allgokusun]

I have a tory built 2410 and I can't seem to get the auger assembly to pull out easily at all. Unlike some snow blowers they slide right out.. this one womt budge.. any tips I can use to get it all out? Thanks

[@bradwagner1362]

great video easy to follow

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Brad!

[@generalzod2841]

Great vid good job explaining it all 👍🏼

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes, let the knowledge flow through you! Lol thanks for watching!!

[@rbarr775]

Good quality work. These things should come with about a dozen spare shear bolts, so the owner won't be tempted to reach for a grade 7 from his fastener assortment.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Hahaha YES! It's funny but also sad at the same time, as I had to tell my friend that his $200+ repair could've been prevented by using a $1.00 shear pin lol

[@Joeyjupiter123]

Another great video you are a-pro .thank you.

[@zacharyzooshorion]

Lol, all the Snowblower tutorials are done by Canadians, go figure. We don't have as much arctic tundra down here in the US... but we thank you for helping us.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I've been getting 4 a day, full service 2hrs minimum, plus pick ups and deliveries, absolutely swamped and booked a week out now. We got hit with the tail end of that buffalo storm, lucky we didn't get it all. I could hardly keep up with the calls.

[@z978ady]

Do you know if slightly bent auger shaft can be straightened with a hydraulic press? It is a 1985 sears 5/23 replacement parts are not easy to find. I am assuming the brass gear in the video is pretty standard and still available online, as well as auger bearing that is at the back of the housing.

[@SuperSteeldrum]

Is it possible to replace the shaft. Mine snapped right at a sheer pin hole. I can only find the whole assembly with gear box.🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes, google your model number and search for the parts diagram. Then look at the parts diagram and the shaft itself should be numbered. You can then search for that part number

[@a3a14613]

I was hoping you would discuss how you got the shaft back through the bearing. Apparently yours went quite easily, mine isn't.

[@andrewmorrison6709]

What shear pins did you end up using?

[@jorgeestrella5721]

Thanks for the posting ...helped me out a lot !

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for Watching Jorge!

[@9793c2]

Hi Would you recommend 00 SuperS Cotton Picker from Tractor supply?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes that stuff works great too, any 00 grease is good

[@stevemortensen4651]

Thanks great job

[@TheJaydub83]

My shaft isn't spinning as easily as yours after swapping out for a new gear. Should it be spinning super easily? Thanks for the video.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

If you spin it by the 2nd stage fins, it should rotate easily enough by hand, without feeling bound up by anything

[@TheJaydub83]

Eliminator Performance thanks for the reply. Any ideas what I should look for as to why it’s not spinning anymore easily? Thanks!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

@@TheJaydub83 maybe the bushing are getting bound up? Worse case is you pull it apart for an inspection... Without me seeing it/feeling it rotate it's hard to say! They usually don't spin very fast, but if you can rotate it 360° without it binding up, there shouldn't be a big issue!

[@game.over.]

Thanx for the intell

[@MovementTrainingCo]

Perfect, thanks!

[@kathydraeger1857]

Excellent!!!!!

[@thegreenman2030]

Hey great videos! While my machine was a different model it still helped me enough to get everything done in the correct manner and now it's working great. Just need snow to test it here in North East Pennsylvania. I do have one question I am using the OEM sheer pins which came with the machine when I purchased it new about 9 years ago. I broke my 1st one last season and my 2nd earlier this season then the next day the worm gear completely failed. Is this common or do you think the pins even though they are the correct ones per the manufacturer were to hard?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Good question, sometimes the shear pins can shear half way and still transfer some force into the gears in the gear box. Glad to hear things are back up and running! And yeah we don't have too much snow in southern Ontario either. Thanks for watching Green Man!

[@dj5752]

Really. Great Job!!!!! Thank You.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching John, think about subscribing to the channel if you enjoy these types of videos!

[@larrylacey5919]

I tried to get both gears to mesh dry before I use 00 grease. The worm gear alone spins and fits. When I add the round gear things bind up. Is it a bad gear. Its new . The company is no longer on Amazon??? Did they make bad gears. I am frustrated as I got every part so clean.

[@davidcoudriet8439]

Is there a video on fixing the reversing problem?

[@loosemoose5443]

What kind of grease did you use?

[@johnhouli3450]

Thank you. Stems 00 very hard to find at the local stores and not in big box stores. Can I use 90 weight Oil?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

A 75w90 cold weather oil should be fine if you can't get 00 grease, although any tractor store should be able to get 00 grease, maybe even a John Deere dealer.

[@johnhouli3450]

@@EliminatorPerformance hello we’ll I finally bought some grease 90 weight small amount wasn’t sure if I needed a large amount. When I got home today I checked the Aguer housing by removing that Square bolt. And I stuck a Q- tip into it. The thick grease was at the beginning of the opening it was like a dark Yellow or mustard color. It was packed. I tried to add a bit. Which came back out. So I said ok and secured the bolt nut back. Eliminator what I having trouble now is with a few things, 1. Getting it to run, 2. Getting 1st. C n 2nd, gear. 3rd and reverse I got good. 3, adjustment or the 2st n 2nd gear. Big storm heading my way tonight into tomorrow. I was able to get my Mechanic fix the skid he put a piece of steel on bottom same size as the other one. The 622 Power Trhow 6 ho from the year 2000 sat for. 6 years with the gas on. That carburetor on the Tecumseh was caked with fuel and the bowl was not silver more like chocolate in color. I was able to clean it all out and put it back and cleaned the idle jet. Today it finally started after trying for ten minutes. It stall when I try to ideal the machine what do you suggest Thanks Bud. Any suggestions

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Another carb clean is most likely needed if you didn't flush the tank and blow out the line, other than that, if it's adjustable carb, give it more fuel by unscrewing the bottom jet and the drive can be adjusted by either moving the rod further down, or further up, it should be threaded, think of it like a tie rod on a car

[@johnhouli3450]

@@EliminatorPerformance Thanks, I have adjusted the rod earlier. Not a adjustable it’s a fixed jet. When blowing snow is the engine throttle on full speed or 3/4.

[@johnhouli3450]

@@EliminatorPerformance how do I blow out the line? I do not have any air around. Also I did clean out the tank with a Turkey baster. I didn’t want to undo the lines. Eliminator can you tell me the size of the fuel line that goes on to the carburetor. Is it a standard size. Maybe I should just go to a shop and see what they have instead of my local hardware.

[@kurtschoenecker9303]

been searching multiple websites, and my manual for the proper shear pins for my 9hp 29" dual stage Craftsman. Can't find the proper part number ANYWHERE! What part number did you use in this video where you replaced the worm gear? Mine bent but didn't break :(

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Try these; Bolt: 703057 Spacer: 703058 Nut: 703251 www.ereplacementparts.com/murray-c950524291-2005-2434-dual-stage-snowthrower-parts-c-17887_18363_29904.html

[@sksam5984]

Thank you I like your show

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@sksam5984]

Omg, your are money saver.thx again.

[@pastrana37]

Eliminator Is ME again Andres from CT...thank you so much.I just open the gear box.exactly thats my problem..I wish you can see how bad the gear was...I'm goint to amazon cause I want to order tha grease 7 Probably the auger gear too..I find the oe part but little bit spencer from mtdyard machine..problaly both..not sure which one you recommend..once again Thumup 100%

[@nickc8760]

Do you ever have to change the 00 grease. ??

[@ronwelch1934]

Auger repair 101, Great Job - learned alot. Thanks.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Ron!

[@JV-up3fr]

Great job on video! I have a Deere TRS32. Neither gear is available from Deere. Anyone have any suggestions how to obtain replacement gears? OEM #'s are M45701 and M45702. Thanks.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching, I'd try Amazon or eBay if you could.

[@KuvHlubStephanie]

Awesome video man.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@scottWILSONvtbeekeeper]

Does brass shavings in the housing indicate worn gear? The second stage spins powerfully but the first stage is anemic (almost like I could grab the first stage with my hand and stop it). The worm gear looks good and the brass gear has all the teeth with almost all of them the same height and looks similar to the new one in the video. Could they be worn down enough that a good positive meshing with the worm gear is not occurring? Also, there was a bent shear pin that I had to hammer out.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes most likely this is a sign of damage. If you have a bent shear pin, it means it didn't shear and transferred some of that force.

[@scottWILSONvtbeekeeper]

@@EliminatorPerformance Thanks, so essentially there was a meshing but not sufficient enough to maintain proper rotation.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes most likely. These augers spin incredibly fast so you have to have everything perfect. The worm gear is slightly dished to allow the worm shaft to rotate, usually the damage starts in the middle of the worm gear. Normally the worm shaft (hardened steel) doesn't get damaged, but sometimes I've had to take a file to them to clean them up

[@scottWILSONvtbeekeeper]

Have you done a video on snowthrower engine surge. That is next issue to resolve

[@EliminatorPerformance]

@@scottWILSONvtbeekeeper Yes, here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGepZGuYiN2GppY and here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZeafZdojslljKs

[@markluce1659]

Great video. I have the same problem with my Craftsman 42" snowblower tractor attachment. Mod.no.486.248381. I've found a lot of gears but I can't seem to find a schematic for the part no. My shaft has a keyed bushing on it and the ID of my gear is 1.50/20 teeth. Do you have the information that I need. Thanks again