HOW TO CLEAN AN MTD YARD MACHINES CRAFTSMAN TROY BILT SNOWBLOWER CARBURETOR FOR BEGINNERS

[@mrlimey]

I wish that every instructional video was done by you. Unbelievable. The attention to detail with everything is remarkable. I think that anyone could achieve success if they followed your videos. And you respond to every comment! Thanks so much for taking the time and doing this right, you've set the standard. Truly professional.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Mrlimey! Thanks for the positive feedback my friend! I like to show everyone how to repair something without skipping a beat. I wouldn’t want someone skipping something as they were showing me how to do it. I do my best to respond to every comment. I feel that it helps to build a stronger relationship between the fans and I! Thanks for being a cool fan of the channel! 👍👍

[@Papa_Miller]

I know this is an older video, but... you saved me from throwing my Remington (MTD) blower out into the street!! I have had a terrible surge under no load for the last couple years, and have rebuilt the carb more times than I am willing to admit. I have the carb removal process down to a science, which like you said, sucks! However, I did not know to remove and clean the black plastic part on top of the carb until this video!! Mine was completed clogged and I never even knew it. And... that using a bristle from a wire brush, genious! That one bristle was the only thing I could find that was small enough, yet still rigid enough to get that piece opened up. I can't thank you enough for providing these videos. You sir have a new subcriber!

[@GarageGear]

@@Papa_Miller hey neford glad this video helped you my friend! Thanks for subscribing 👍

[@donjohnson3701]

Outstanding video! No drama, just everything you need to know. I took a small engine course at the local high school in order to maintain my equipment. My instructor who owned a repair shop told us the best thing to do was to only use premium gas and to run the carb dry every time you use the machine. I heard that transmission fluid works as a good rust preventive. As an aside...the best time to buy a snow thrower is at a yard sale in the summer! Thanks for your much needed video!

[@GarageGear]

ROCK ON Don! Thanks for watching!

[@r.martin3494]

Why are you repeating everything said in the video? Already said by the Garage Gear guy!

[@sman6502]

Just got a snowblower for an amazing deal, last owner said it needs a carb cleaning,I know nothing about carbs, but your video just saved the day. I’m definitely feeling the vibe🤟🏽

[@GarageGear]

Rock On Sman! Thanks for watching! 👍👍

[@jerrytabone2441]

I enjoy all your video's JD and will continue. I just purchased an Ariens Model #921045 SnowBlower, 02-18-22 and am looking forward to using it here in Upstate NY. I will continue to watch your videos knowing if I have any questions, I'll be sure to text you for your advise. I'm a retired Vet and I appreciate your service if educating people on knowledge of working on equipment. Keep up the good work JD.

[@GarageGear]

Congrats on your purchase Jerry! Glad that you find my videos helpful and educational! I appreciate the positive feedback! 👍

[@carrsllccarrillo6507]

Thank you for posting this. I just recently worked on a MTD yardmachine snowblower and followed your lead. Now the unit is back to operation thanks to your video. The fuel bowl was gum'mied' up so cleaned that up, then I clean out the jet port, removed the the emulsion tube and finally carbed cleaned all the air inlet ports. I gotta say it runs like champ now and my neighbor is happier then a lark to see it back up and running!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Carrs! Glad to hear that you got your neighbors machine back up and running! These carbs are relatively easy to clean once you finally get to it past all the covers. Thanks for watching! Enjoy your snowblowing season!

[@Postman2007]

@@GarageGear at 6:12 if you are replacing the carburetor with a new one I’m guessing you want to set the new carb to the old carbs number of turns?

[@Postman2007]

@@GarageGear mine look about the same when comparing the old and new but just wanted to make sure

[@GarageGear]

@@Postman2007 that’s probably a safe bet. Newer carbs can have holes that could be bored out wrong. Leading to the owner doing a lot of tuning to get it right. You may have to adjust the screw a little bit if the machine doesn’t sound to be running quite right. Start with the same number of turns and go from there. Thanks for watching!

[@GarageGear]

@@Postman2007 Some are exact copies and some are knock offs. That’s why I try to just clean the one I have and save a few headaches if I can. Let me know how it works out for you bud!👍

[@ralphmills7322]

I got a MTD built (HUSKEE brand 2014 model) snow blower. I learned my lesson on ethanol gasoline by the second winter. I was having a rough time starting. After a carb clean, it ran like it should. Since then I always drain the tank and the carb bowl on a weekend in April and buy fresh gas then add a fuel stabilizer to my snowblower gas can in November.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Ralph!

[@WayneFirth-v8t]

Thanks for a great video. You helped me to bring my snowblower back to life. You are an excellent teacher.

[@robertvoisard5642]

Hey JB. I gave my YardMachine one phase snowblower a start in early November to get ready for the first storm. Well, the fist storm came and the S.O.B. Would not start. Performed the carb clean as you showed and it started on the first pull after I had done the yard by hand of course. Thanks for the help. Rob from Montreal, Quebec in Canada.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Rob! I’m glad you got the snowblower going! Cool that this video helped you out! Thanks for watching! 👍

[@joehuss6953]

Best video I found...I applaud you. My blower is sputtering and slight backfire I cleaned my bowl and sprayed carb cleaner up the emulsion tube. Didn't solve a thing but with this video I will tackle it all.

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate the positive feedback bud! Thanks for watching!

[@KingBaconMonger]

Thanks for making this video! I'm unfortunately going to have to replace my carb and it's super difficult to find a good (well lit, easy to see and understand) video of how to do it with the multiple connections and fasteners. This video shows it as clearly as I could want it!

[@johnnywishbone932]

You just saved my snowblower from being beat with a hammer! It wanted to say thanks! 😂 God Bless!

[@GarageGear]

ROCK ON Johnny! Thanks for watching!

[@billbarr3644]

I have a 2008 Troy-bilt 2410 that looks exactly like this one. The process looks pretty involved but I think if I follow this video I could do this. Thanks for the information, so glad I stumbled onto your channel.

[@GarageGear]

Getting to the carburetor is half the battle. Go step by step and you shouldn’t have a problem! Thanks for watching Bill!

[@MrWilliejoel]

Great video! I just bought a used Craftsman version of this snowblower. It was running a little slow. I have cleaned a few carburetors before but not this particular one. I did one cleaning but it didn’t fully resolve the problem. Y😊our video showed me several areas that I missed. Also found out I don’t have to remove as much stuff as I had to do this job.

[@GarageGear]

@@MrWilliejoel Right On Mr Williejoel! Glad this video helped you out!

[@KyleWhiteandfriends]

I got one of these machines for free trading a 12 pack of beer to my neighbor just moved to Wisconsin. Works great just need to replace that electric start but it fired up no problem. Thank you for the in-depth tutorial

[@GarageGear]

Good deal my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@DoubleD19788]

Gotta do this to my Craftsman snowblower. Been on YT for about 2 hours trying to find a video that was like my snow blower and one that actually was helpful. Glad I found this channel. I work in IT so this stuff is new to me. I know this stuff is actually easy in reality but when you're not familiar with something it can seem intimidating at first. Great instructional video man! Definitely getting a sub from me.

[@GarageGear]

Hey sulack! Welcome to the tribe my friend! I used to be the same way. But once I got into them things started to get easier. Hardest part on these is just getting to the carb. Once you’re there it’s pretty straightforward. Thanks for watching and let me know how it goes!

[@slomo992]

I told my snowblower yesterday that I did not appreciate the way she was treating me. She said no problem anytime see you tomorrow. This video has given me some hope.

[@GarageGear]

@@slomo992 show that girl who’s boss! lol! Thanks for watching 👍

[@timahlfeld6116]

This video was amazing. I had never done a carb clean before. The step by step instructions worked perfectly.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Tim! Glad to hear that this video helped you out! These carbs aren’t hard to clean. Just a few steps to get to them. Thanks for watching and the positive feedback! 👍

[@JP-lb1wq]

Thanks so much for posting this. I just finished this on my Craftsman that was surging super bad when the choke was off. It started on the second pull and purred like a kitten when the choke was off! Your instructions were spot on. I think some of your other vids could help me as well. Thanks again man !

[@GarageGear]

Glad this video helped you out my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@r.martin3494]

My 3 yr old Craftsman 24" is surging super-bad too and I hate it! It's the spawn of Satin to me now! 😅 It pops too, did yours pop / backfire our the exhaust now and then? Smells of burning kerosene too, did yours? Also, just FYI, according to the "small engines guy", the one with the beers, even though you cleaned the carb' it'll probably start doing it again as the jet holes are too "dang pernickerty" small and should be filed larger with the next size up tiny round wire file to account for inevitable lacquer build-up. I hope this helps us both. I'm awaiting the summer just in-case something goes wrong. 😉 Signed: Van Helsing 😊

[@gabrielblouin3287]

Dude! I’ve listened to your video several times before doing the maintenance on my snow blower and it was a charm! Your work is clean, well explained and accurate! Thx again and have a nice winter! 🙏

[@GarageGear]

Hey Gabriel! Thanks a lot for the kind words! It’s messages like this that motivate me to make more content like this! I try to be detailed yet to the point so the viewers can be on with their day! Lol! Thanks for being an awesome fan!

[@johnb4267]

Have an 18 yr old MTD 26" two stage blower. I use it only about twice a year in the chicago area and have had a couple of winters in which it wasn't used at all. It has performed remarkably well so far and with your summer-izing tips, I am hopeful it will continue to run well for years to come.

[@GarageGear]

Hey John glad to hear your machine is running well for you! Glad you found the videos helpful! These tips are all meant to help you get the most out of your machine for many years to come! Thanks for being a cool fan of the channel!

[@dougrobinson8602]

Harbor Freight makes an ultrasonic cleaner that's inexpensive. I use Simple Green mixed with distilled water 25% Simple Green. It does an amazing job. Get a set of welder's tip cleaners to push the crud out of the main jet and tube. Works like a champ, and the carb looks new when you're done.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Doug!

[@aps9159]

Very helpful video! Thanks, it helped me get my snowblower started. It hasn’t been started since 2017.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome! Glad it helped you out!

[@JoseDiaz-nr1qx]

Thanks for posting this video,,,I have a Troy built snow blower and it’s basicallly the same setup with small differences,,, it was sitting in storage for 2 years and wouldn’t start. I changed the gas out and still nothing. So I followed your video and boom started right up,,,, Thanks again for you knowledge!

[@GarageGear]

You got it my friend! Glad you found this video helpful and got it to start! Thanks for checking out my channel!

[@davidgroh2835]

This is a great video. I am working on a MTD single stage snow blower. The carb appears to be the same one, that you tore apart and cleaned. Like you stated in the video, it takes awhile to get to the carb. Next, I will clean mine. I hope that it goes back together, as well as it took to take apart.

[@GarageGear]

Hey David just take pictures along the way. That always helps me out. Appreciate the positive feedback my friend!

[@davidgroh2835]

I would recommend to add gasoline to the gas tank and check for leaks before putting everything back together. Otherwise it started on the first try!!

[@Murph22]

BRO This saved my blower! Thanks for giving me the confidence to do this thing... My carb is the same and its on the 179cc smaller machine.. I had an MTD.. This video was very awesome!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Murph! Glad this video helped you out and saved your blower! Thanks for being a cool fan of the channel! 👍👍

[@JoeN938]

Love watching your videos JB, I know how to clean simple carb for my Toro lawnmower and Pressure washer. I have a Toro 1028 snowblower and I have only able to take out the float bowl to spray the the inside of it because it is a pain to disassemble everything. I’ll grow some balls and will take it apart this Spring just like this video and will give it a deep cleaning. Also love your other video on how to fix the auger belt adjustment, Thanks again and stay safe out there!!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Joe! Thanks for checking out the channel. Those carbs are difficult once you get in there. Just a lot of steps to get at them! Thanks for watching my friend! 👍

[@danielb5081]

THANKS! Just what I needed to know - how to get to the carb in the most efficient way. I'm just going to swap out the carb cuz I know it's the problem and takes 5 minutes AFTER removing all the cover parts. I smelled turpentine trying to start it which I assume (but don't know) might be cuz gas that has started to destabilize and break down might smell like. It's only about ~$25 or less for a replacement on Azon and I have had excellent results with doing the same on my lawnmower and power washer. Also I don't have a problem with replacing a made in China carb with a made in China carb LOL. Son-in-law let it sit unused for 5 years after I gave it to him and there was no gas in the float bowl when I checked even though gas tank was half full . . . and I probably never emptied the gas tank for summer storage either for the 5 years before that. My Yard Machines 2410 that I bought at Costco uses a Powermore 179cc engine (which is also a rebranded MTD OEM). However the choke, speed, prime pump, on/off key and top cover are all in the same location. I might add that I can't believe there is not a fuel filter of gas shutoff valve. WTF???

[@GarageGear]

@@danielb5081 hey Daniel! Thanks for sharing! Can’t believe there’s no filter or fuel shut off either!

[@gualberto921]

Bought this for my small back deck in the Eastern Sierra. kzbin.infoUgkxoHYZbq5g9fkcAtinlTqstNlje-UQkCHN We get A LOT of HEAVY snow so I was a bit skeptical but it was worth it! After the first storm of the year this has exceeded expectations! It throws snow very well, even 10-12” + that said the more it piles up the harder it is to maneuver the machine. It is exceptionally light weight and overall exactly what I was looking for. If you have a large amount of snow and a lot of area to clear, you may consider something with a drive engine to help maneuverability, but for decks, second stories, roofs etc, you can’t beat the light weight to great snow throwing ratio. Side note, the chute rotator is a bit flimsy and it initially didn’t seem to work, after a few uses it seems to have loosened up.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@rayboy002]

I have had the same blower but a 24" for close to 15yrs. Unfortunately the maintenance was really slacked on but it still looks fairly new minimal rust except for in side auger shround and stills runs good. Getting ready to sell it to neighbor and getting a 30" toro 1030 which will be taken care of alot better thanks to your videos🤘🤘🤙🤙

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Ray plenty more content coming your way! Thanks for watching!

[@marchettijames]

All good info. I enjoyed your presentation and will watch more. I am an older technician and you covered it all my friend. Good day! Stay safe.

[@GarageGear]

Very cool James! Always interesting chatting with technicians here on KZbin! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisssmallengines7163]

When blowing a carb off you should talk about the soft seats which can fly out if blowing the fuel inlet the wrong way . When making videos you should try to cover all the possibilities that could happen , some people do not know any better . Good video .

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Chris! And thanks for watching!

[@davidn1369]

JB, one of your best videos yet! I haven’t cleaned a carb before but you’ve given me the confidence to give it a try. I have a 49 year old troybuilt rototiller that needs a tune-up. Also thanks on the form-a-funnel; I’m getting one of those. BTW, big congrats on 10K subs! Watch out Mustie1

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot David! Appreciate it bud! Crazy to think there were 1000 subscribers a year and a half ago! Those form a funnels are handy! Use it for lots of stuff! Give it a shot! There may be a video out there to give you a hand. Thanks for being an awesome fan!

[@izzyrocks8388]

I’m so happy that I stumbled on your channel. I am learning a lot of cool things thanks to you.

[@GarageGear]

ROCK ON IZZY! Welcome to the tribe!

[@PainterD54]

Great job as always JB. You take care of your equipment like I do and I have to respect a person who thinks like that. I, like you, do the preventative maintenance before hand, instead of waiting for something to break to fix it (usually in the dead of winter) But some people just never learn. Hopefully they will be watching your vids!

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate the positive feedback David! Gotta take care of your stuff nowadays with these new prices! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@ahmadabdalh2470]

Thank you so much for the video, I was able to fix my snow plower by cleaning the carburetor as per your instructions. 🙏

[@GarageGear]

You got it Ahmad! Glad you were able to fix it! Thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

[@chriselliott7244]

Fella, you made a great concise video that helped me out hugely. You're out here doing a good thing and I hope it pays you dividends. I'll be sure to pay it forward Thank you Internet Man and respect 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate the positive feedback chris! Glad the video helped you out! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@mikekellermeyer6552]

This video was great. I followed it and got my snowblower running again. Thanks for the video!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Mike! Glad you found this video helpful! 👍👍

[@nicholaschristian5024]

Loved this video man. So easy to follow and I loved the cheap tricks like the wd-40 and ATF. Can't wait to try this on mine right now

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you Nicholas! Bet your machine will shine right up! Thanks for watching!

[@DennisMurphey]

OK You got me. My Sears Machine worked great for several years but after a few years of less snow and no use it would not start. I ordered a Replacement Carb and it ran but rich for a couple of seasons, then failed to start again. Now it sits and I am getting lots older. So I need it to run. I have both carbs but think the old original carb may be a better fit if I can get it to run. My belt is loose too. I never adjust the skid bars and have worn out the wide scrapper bar, can i get a new one or add material to the old one. Thinking a hard plastic flat plate that I could replace easily. I was shocked to see how well the unit came out. Mine is pretty clean looking So i need to get trans Fluid, WD40 and rust sealer, Actually mine looks better than your friends, but it does not start!!!! OH Boy I have to get this video memorized and get my machine working again, Thank You so much, Dennis in Virginia

[@GarageGear]

@@DennisMurphey sounds like you have some work to do on that thing. You can usually pick that stuff up on eBay

[@Diablonegro84]

Great vid, my 26” craftsman wasn’t turning on, did the whole tuneup and now is running like a champ 🎉

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Diablo! Glad you found this video helpful! 👍 thanks for watching

[@jekutube9]

If I knew where you lived I'd drop off my Old 1995 8/26 MTD in your driveway and RUN 🏃 - I lent it to my brother to plow my dad's driveway, he recently passed, but I don't think he used it for five years (I think the gunk inside might even be worse than what you showed) - maybe I will revisit your video and take on the challenge in the warmer weather months - that is if I don't find out where you live first! LOL. My newer TORO works fine, because I do the winterizing... thanks for the video.

[@GarageGear]

Sorry for your loss my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@josephberkeley]

Great video. I have a similar MTD. I have two belts on order for the Augers. Your Ariens is a good looking machine. Noticed your Honda gas mower. Another great machine. Honda is going to stop making lawn mowers.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks Crunty! It’s a shame Honda is stopping mower production. I’m more than happy with mine. Thanks for watching!

[@jbocaneg17611]

Great job! Now, I know how to clean my carburator when the time comes to work on mine. Thank you.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Javier! You’re ready when problems strike! Thanks for watching!

[@johnm9840]

I love your videos JB. So informative and I just like how they are produced. Fixing things is what motivates me in my daily life. Should've been my career not my hobby. Thanks again! John M. Btw, Armor Alll tire foam works amazing on plastics and metals to keep them shining. I don't know if it's too sticky but sure does make things shine.

[@GarageGear]

Hey John thanks for the positive feedback my friend! I appreciate it! A lot of time and effort goes into each video. It’s funny how we find our own hobbies. Like you I wish I did the same lol! I will look into that armor all tire foam and give it a shot. Could make sprucing things up a bit quicker! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@PSensei]

My snowblower works like a new one. Thank you for this video!

[@GarageGear]

No problem P Sensei! These carbs are fairly easy to work on once you get in there! Thanks for watching! 👍 Happy snowblower season!

[@chutlan]

Great video.Attention to every detail. I am surprised you didn't check the gear oil in the auger. The seals leak around the shafts and the gear lube should be checked. Mine took about 2 ounces to fill because the seals leak on my 15 year old blower. I have replaced the brass gear on 2 different blowers due to no lube in the gear box

[@GarageGear]

Hey chulan this snowblower was fully checked out but this video is titled how to clean a carburetor. If I were to film all those other things this would have had a different title and have ended up being a very long video. Thanks for watching

[@nodak81]

On more than one occasion, Berryman B-12 has saved me from having to open up the carbs on my snowblowers. A whole can mixed into one gallon of fuel works wonders.

[@GarageGear]

Good to know! Thanks for sharing nodak!

[@davidstepp13]

A whole can in 1 gallon?

[@J.O.R_BR_Overclocking]

This is one of the best DIY videos I have ever seen. Props

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching! Appreciate you my friend!

[@pjpankratz8829]

I have the craftsman and thanks for the maintenance tips! I will be taking better care of mine going forward.

[@GarageGear]

You got it PJ! Thanks for watching 👍

[@TheOne_1969]

Great video, I have a Remington 2410 I bought used and just got the carburetor tuned up.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@Lifehasnotake2]

I just bought a pre-owned snowblower exactly like this one. I’ve never owned one before. I want to take care of it for the long term but I don’t know how to start. For someone like me who doesn’t know much about machinery, What would you say the first 3 things I should start work on?

[@GarageGear]

Hey mwu? First off does the machine run?

[@asherallen6027]

I am fixing one right know and this video made it so much easier

[@GarageGear]

Glad this video helped you out Asher! Thanks for watching!👍

[@marchettijames]

You mentioned the Ariens, A friend gave me one that she cannot get to run properly and I think the same thing applies the carb is full of bad gas and maybe was sitting waiting for some TLC but did not get it. I also heard that the Briggs engine was engineered to run lean is there a fix for that if it is true. Any thoughts on that?

[@GarageGear]

Hey James! This is the first I’m hearing of this with the briggs running lean. It’s a possibility but again I’m not sure. Thanks again for watching!

[@xordoom8467]

Just found your channel, this particular one is OUTSTANDING!! Thank you for the detailed walk-thru and your great sense of humor!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome XO! Welcome to the tribe! 👍

[@shanezhou1789]

Nice video, questions, I got troy bilt 2840, it has gas leaking at rear valve on carburetor. I replaced with repair kit. Including: needle, flood,main center jet and bowel gasket. But it’s still leaking. Any suggestions.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot Shane! These carbs are annoying all around lol. You want to consider just buying a new carb. I don’t think they are all that expensive and you could save your current one for parts. Some fights with these aren’t worth the time. Thanks for watching bud!

[@PuppetNerd]

Thanks so much for you help JB!!! This was amazing!!!!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for providing the content Adam! You ROCK!

[@JustinCarlinTrumpet]

Awesome video. Thanks for the guide. Followed your directions, cleaned the carb, put it back on, and got my machine to start (before it would start and die immediately. I can get the machine to start with the choke on and I can get it released halfway, but once it's full throttle it stalls. Do I need to reclean (the carb actually looked really clean to begin with but I know any small spec can throw things off) or should I go with a new carb?

[@GarageGear]

Hey Justin, kind of hard to tell without seeing it in action. In the past this happened to me and I recleaned the jets out really quick and that fixed it. I would double check all the jets. It sounds like it’s getting a bad air to fuel ratio somehow. Also check your linkages. Worst case scenario look into buying a new carb. Let me know how it works out for you. Thanks for watching!

[@timhall4036]

What ended up happening with your blower?

[@JustinCarlinTrumpet]

@@timhall4036 I tried re-cleaning, still to no avail. I purchased a new carb for $18 and threw it on. Works like a charm! I will say that thanks to this video I have a greater understanding and curiosity regarding small engine work.

[@Dan_Canuck]

That's my next task now that you've shown me how do do it. Great video!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Obidan! Not a hard job just a pain getting to the carb. Thanks for watching! 👍

[@Maxime_motion]

Hey just fallow your video! I have improve the snow blower. But still need to be on shock to work properly. When it not in shock, it fell like the speed of the motor go up and down. any idea what to check next. change for a new carburetor ?

[@GarageGear]

@@Maxime_motion something is probably not fully cleaned out. You may want to pick up a replacement carburetor

[@biggyk87]

Great video, helped me take apart the carb for the first time. Unfortunately didn't solve my issue :(

[@GarageGear]

@@biggyk87 thanks for watching biggy! Did you solve the problem you had?

[@ShadowGKCP]

What happens if you don't reconnect the breather tube to the air intake cover? Other than possibly getting caught in carb's moving parts... Reason asking is I bought a snowblower and the guy said he changed the carb, but I can see the breather tube is just hanging.

[@GarageGear]

Hey shadow. I would recommend reconnecting it if you can! It keeps gasses from being cycled back into the engine. Thanks for watching

[@ShadowGKCP]

@@GarageGear Ok thanks for your reply, much appreciated.

[@canes7473]

Do you recommend just using true fuel in your snowblower? I usually only use it 3-4 times a year. Just had a new carb installed. I’d rather pay for a few cans of true fuel if that’s the way to go. Thx.

[@GarageGear]

@@canes7473 I’ve actually seen a few videos on KZbin of trufuel robbing engines of RPMs. Chickanic did a few videos on this for sure. Your best bet will be to get your ethanol free gas at a pump 👍

[@josephsmith182]

Great video. I followed your instructions, blower runs perfect now.👍

[@GarageGear]

Awesome my friend! Glad this video helped you out! 👍👍

[@r.martin3494]

How important is it to use the compressed air to blow out tbe parts? Most of us wont have a compressor but you havent mentioned the cans of compressed sir folks might like to hear asbout and to save money - is it important or can we let the parts sit and evaporate?

[@GarageGear]

Hey Martin, you could let them sit and evaporate for a few hours!

[@chrishendrick1643]

Still have surging problem when put in run, cleaned everything out twice. Not sure why the surging problem won’t go away… it’ll run smooth in half choke. Carb was actually fairly clean as well, so I’m not sure where the surge is coming from.. any help would be appreciated.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Chris! Sounds like you still have a key somewhere that is still plugged up possibly. You may want to consider buying a new carb for this model. They are usually pretty cheap. Thanks for watching! 👍

[@chrishendrick1643]

Any recommendations where to pick a new carb up, Canadian tire doesn’t seem to have at my location? Any other places that may have?

[@chrishendrick1643]

Well carb clean #3 did the trick. Gave all the small holes a really really good clean this time just to make sure. Might’ve bored a couple a touch bigger getting the pick through, but it did the trick 👍🏻. Thanks for the great advice on the video!!!

[@GarageGear]

@@chrishendrick1643 awesome bud 👍 glad you got it it running! Carbs for these can usually be found on Amazon or eBay. Usually pretty cheap! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@pierreboissonneault]

Thank you I just do the spark plug cleaning, for now it works again but I think it will need a carburator cleaning later.

[@GarageGear]

Glad a step here worked for you Pierre! Thanks for watching!

[@ratdog3055]

I have one of these and have had it for several years (10+). Oil changes, cleaning and non ethanol gas has kept it running. Also a good tip is to lube the electric starter shaft. I noticed my paint cracking on the 2nd stage cover (where the chute sits ) Any ideas what causes this?

[@GarageGear]

Hey Rat! These blowers aren’t exactly the greatest in terms of overall durability. The metal is thin and the paint is weak in my experience. Touch up paint and rust proofing sprays will be your friend! Thanks for watching another!

[@wherepipat967]

got the same snowblower, popped my carb off and it doesnt even have an ORing for some reason. Any idea where to find a match?

[@GarageGear]

Hey pip! I feel your pain with this one. Been there before. You have a couple of options. A local hardware/small engine shop may have one. Just tell them your model. Call to see if they have it. Or you can look online. Ereplacementparts.com or jackssmallengines May have it. Just search by model number. Do you mean the bowl seal? Thanks for watching

[@SFCRambo60]

Have you ever come across a needle valve that the chrome plating has peeled off up inside the carb and cause the gas to fill up the crank case and even run out on the floor. I had 3 needle valves do that to me, on 2 different machines. Both Yard King or something that close. I still believe the Ethanol fuel with the Alcohol in the fuel causes a lot of problems if not than why when I buy straight gas I don't get the B S like Ethanol fuel.

[@GarageGear]

Cant say that I’ve seen this happen before. But there’s a first time for everything! Ethanol free is totally the way to go with these! Thanks for watching Sfcr! 👍

[@Kewrock]

I don't know about this particular Powermore/MTD. But for mine, I just bought a complete carburetor with gaskets and fuel line for $13 on Ebay.

[@GarageGear]

Hey kewrock! I know carbs are cheap but This video would be meant for those who are in a pinch and can’t wait for parts to arrive. Smart idea to have a carb on standby since they are so cheap! Thanks for sharing!

[@Kewrock]

@@GarageGear In the age of China and the internet, I can't believe how cheap a lot of things have become. My family and I had a power equipment dealership from the 70s through the late 90s. 30 years ago, this carb would have been twice that from my distributors.

[@GarageGear]

@@Kewrock let’s not forget to mention the lack of quality too. Crazy where prices are at. Thanks for watching!

[@ctski123]

Very nice and articulate!! Well done sir!! And thank you!!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot Chris! I remember this video being a lot of editing. But it’s worth it to the viewer to see every part of the tune up. Thanks for watching!

[@josephmorse295]

Thank you, I have to get this done next summer! You are very funny

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot Joseph! I appreciate the positive feedback!

[@wuhank]

JB really enjoy your videos ! What do you think about the Toro 522 power throw from early 2000s ? Got an opportunity to purchased one used for $100. Thanks

[@GarageGear]

Not bad snowblowers! Pretty durable ones from back then. Check it out first to see what it needs. 👍

[@wuhank]

@@GarageGear thank you !

[@sfitz-rp4du]

Thanks for your video. I own one of the MTD engine snowblower garbage machines. Please tell me you are aware a new carb from Amazon is like $15.

[@GarageGear]

Hey fitz, I am aware that new carbs for these models are pretty cheap. I found however they needed a ton of adjustments. I takes me about ten minutes to clean these carbs. I find it easier to clean them than to mess with adjustments for a half hour or so. Thanks for watching! 👍

[@honda200twinstar3]

On our yardworks ..that bolt by the shoot ..ya still cant get at it even if i remove the belt cover as it sits or hides just enough behind the steel piece that the shoot mechanism sits on top or ..so i had to cut it .

[@GarageGear]

Good idea! Who ever designed those things should be hit in the head with a wrench lol! Dumb design! Thanks for watching and glad you found a way around it!

[@honda200twinstar3]

@@GarageGear Ha i watched another video .as it turns out i may not have needed to cut it as i may of only needed it to left just enough to slip out the control plate but i didnt know how much of the carb i would need access to .anyway thanks for the responce.

[@GarageGear]

@@honda200twinstar3 no problem my friend!

[@honda200twinstar3]

@@GarageGear Say just out of curiosity can that steel shoot arm ill call it ,can it be removed then one can get at that exsucet cover bolt? i mean how would a mechanic go about removing it .and besides all the designer had to do was have a notch at that spot ..Oh and i like your idea with the wrench..lol

[@GarageGear]

@@honda200twinstar3 I think the steel arm can be removed but not sure. There’s gotta be a way to get at it. Thanks Honda!

[@terrypredmore4867]

Nice video, I would have liked to have seen you rinse the gas tank with a little fresh gas just for good measure, but maybe you did out of the cameras view.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Terry a few other things were done off camera. This video was about cleaning the carb though! Thanks for watching

[@terrypredmore4867]

@@GarageGear Yea as stated, no doubt things were done off camera. I just went to hell and back over a number of months trying to fix my snow blower that would run and then stop after a couple minutes. Carb cleaned, tank flushed, Sea Foam added, everything all to no avail. So, what was wrong with my snow blower? My gas cap was failing to vent causing it to pull a vacuum which starved the carb of gas, still hard to believe such an easy fix. I thought to myself, can it really be something that simple? Who would have ever thought to check something like that...Ugh!

[@GarageGear]

@@terrypredmore4867 sometimes the smallest things are the biggest problems

[@terrypredmore4867]

@@GarageGear Give me your thoughts on summer storage? I know there are three schools of thought on summer storage. 1. Run the blower completely out of gas. 2. Add a fuel stabilizer to the gas. 3. Start the blower ever 30-45 day and let it run a bit. I am probably in the number 3 camp currently. What say you?

[@GarageGear]

@@terrypredmore4867 I say #4 drain all the gas out through the carb! That gets every drop out. Store it and you’re good!

[@jeffrozak2435]

This might be EXACTLY what I need to do for my 10+ year old Craftsman that’s been running pretty rough the past few seasons. (Buffalo winters can be rough! Lol) Following this video, how long would you think a first-timer might need to do all of this?

[@GarageGear]

Hey Jeff! Should take about 2 hours or less for a new guy! Hardest part is just getting to it! Let me know how it goes.

[@r.martin3494]

Don't, not until you've added some carb injector cleaner and run that through several goes, maybe one tank of gas, and seen how that improves things. (Add calculated amount based on label instructions or ask JB of Garage Gear. If it does help, leave it the heck alone and count your lucky stars! That's my opinion for what it's worth!

[@d1ddyp0p]

Missing a few gaskets it looks like? I have the same blower with two gaskets on the air plate.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@sergio3986]

Awesome video, thank la bro. Appreciate the editing and quality of the video.

[@GarageGear]

You got it Sergio! Thanks for watching my friend! 👍

[@imadkhomri6379]

incredible job, thank you , its gonna help to fix my old one after buying a new one lol :)

[@GarageGear]

Sounds like a good plan! Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@imadkhomri6379]

@@GarageGear i've just check the carburetor but the snowblower still not start :(

[@GarageGear]

@@imadkhomri6379 hey imad, I would check the spark plug next to ensure you are getting spark! Let me know what you find.

[@imadkhomri6379]

@@GarageGear already tested with two others news spark but still not running 😢

[@GarageGear]

@@imadkhomri6379 ok could be a bad ignition coil perhaps. You may want to have it looked at.

[@anthonyoswald5251]

Great video JB. Have a 179cc Craftsman snowblower. Are the steps the same with this motor? BTW, fellow WNYer, machine getting plenty of use the last few days.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Anthony! Cool you’re local! Steps here will be very similar! Should have any problems following these steps! Go bills!

[@leslarson2642]

Biggest issue I see is the lack of a fuel shutoff valve. With a valve, I run the carb dry after every use. I have added a shutoff valve to all of my snowblowers and lawnmowers. Since a lawnmower is used much more frequently, I only run it out of gas at the end of the season. This prevents the gumming issues seen in this video. The problem with this engine appears to be routing the fuel line to make a shutoff valve accessible.

[@GarageGear]

It almost like you have to cut a hole in the side of plastic panel to make room for them. Thanks for watching Les!

[@leslarson2642]

@@GarageGear I installed the fuel shutoff valve. To improve access, I cut off the plastic below the choke knob. This allowed the fuel line downstream of the valve to be accessed to drain the tank in the spring. This is one of the more difficult engine arrangements I have seen. The plastic cover is difficult to reinstall because the crankcase ventilation hose and the primer hose become unconnected when the cover is removed. Really makes me wonder how they were able to assemble the carb to the engine in the first place. Not a particularly good design. The tank was dry but I installed the fuel shutoff before trying to start. Snowblower starts on the first pull now. The drive required adjustment since it went forward in the first reverse gear.

[@GarageGear]

@@leslarson2642 sounds like you just leveled up your mechanic skills! Great work my friend! 👍

[@frankie7508]

I think you did a really nice travel on everything. But I must confess that I am surprised. You did not lubricate the auger shaft and the share pias, well as remove the tires and lubricate the shafts. Also because spark plugs are so cheap I would have just replaced it. Thanks for all of the tips and a great tune up.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Frankie. This video is titled how to clean a carburetor. Not rebuild an entire machine. If I did all that this would be a very long video. Thanks for watching!

[@johnoberg5084]

The carb on this snowblower looks a lot more intimidating than the one on my lawn mower. How much can I expect to pay for professional service from my dealer? Ballpark range will do. Btw you do an excellent step by step video. I will spread the word.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot John! Appreciate it bud! A professional tune up in my area runs about $75-$100 and that doesn’t include any parts usually. You can always make a few phone calls to see what shops are charging. I appreciate you sharing the video! Thank you my friend!

[@amck72]

I'm on the east coast and the average cost runs between $150 and $169 for a full tune up not including parts. I have the exact same snow blower in the video above. Whatever the cost in your area is, it will he worth it being it will save time and stress in your back

[@jeberjaber]

I’m surprised you don’t have a ultrasonic cleaner for carbs yet. Makes your life so much easier and if you use it a bunch it pays for the carb cleaner you end up wasting

[@timothytomei4303]

Thank you, thank you thank you, this was perfect and I followed it step-by-step

[@GarageGear]

Awesome glad it helped you out! 👍

[@vsatking]

Excellent video. I know what i am doing tomorrow! Thank you!!

[@GarageGear]

You got this vsat!

[@christiantroy3034]

Same carb as my simplicity, i tend to make carb acetone soup, when i do a carb

[@GarageGear]

Haha thanks for sharing Christian!

[@markcafebrown2883]

Would you suggest starting your snowblower everyday during late fall early winter even if you don’t need to use it yet

[@GarageGear]

I would recommend starting it up probably once a week or every other week in the fall or early winter to make sure everything is in order. Always a good plan! Thanks for watching mark!

[@jamesbowden4871]

This is why I'm going to replace my current snowblower with a battery-electric model. No more gummed up carburetors. No more oil changes. No more 91 octane fuel.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching James!

[@williamodom2580]

JB YOU NEED TO PIBK UP A SET OF WELDING TORCH CLEANER IM SURE THE BE A SIZE TO CLEAN OUT THE CARB JETS

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing William!

[@ronhoover5516]

Hi JB, new subscriber here! Great job! Newb question, how do you dispose of your baking pans full of carb cleaner and gunk? Sorry if I missed this.

[@ronhoover5516]

Your videos actually are a motivational tool for me in helping take better care of the equipment I own. Again, great job!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Ron! I have two methods. If it’s just a little bit I’ll wipe it up with a paper towel and throw it away or let it soak up in some paper towels. If it’s a lot then I bucket it and take it to work. We have a chemical disposal there. What they do with it from there I don’t really know. Thanks for watching Ron!

[@ronhoover5516]

@@GarageGear thank you. Again great job and your videos are a great motivation for me to take better care of my equipment with a little know-how. Much app. Take care. Subbed.

[@GarageGear]

@@ronhoover5516 thanks a lot Ron! Trying to show everyone how easy some of these things are to work on and how to have a little fun in the process!

[@ChrispaulPeters-pu9dr]

U did a great job with the transformer s.

[@GarageGear]

Hahaha thanks my friend! Classic show! 👍👍

[@hifromspace]

I like how tidy your garage is.

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you vitaliy! Thanks for watching

[@djchillybean2546]

I like how you done it step by step taking it apart and putting it back together 💯

[@GarageGear]

@@djchillybean2546 thanks a lot dj! 👍

[@venutiraines2413]

I found a product called stabil fast fix it's small bottle green in color worked on my snowblower

[@GarageGear]

Glad it worked for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@signintoconfirm5175]

Hello JB, on this type of engine, can you show how to install a fuel shutoff valve? I have a craftsman 247.886912 which has a very similar engine setup as the one in this video.

[@GarageGear]

That’s not a bad idea! I’ll see what I can do later in the season!

[@jamesbeverland1039]

It worked. Thank you.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome! Glad you got it going! Thanks for watching!

[@BigDaddysGarage]

I love these kinds of videos! GREAT job!

[@GarageGear]

I always knew you were a fan of these videos! I’ll see what I can do about getting more equipment in to work on. Been kinda at the mercy of what people bring me lately. I’ll keep you posted! 👍