How To Fix A Troy Bilt Snow Blower Surges While Running

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Today in the driveway is this beautiful Troy Bilt Storm 2840 Snow Blower that Surges. Throttle Lever is On the Rabbit and Choke is on the run position! This is a simple fix with simple tools, if you don’t have the Micro Drill Bit Set PLEASE USE THE EBAY LINK AT THE BOTTOM! Where I live this is very common and this is the only way to rectify it!
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[@craftman5632]

I seen what you did there at 18:33 if you cut all 4 of those 1/4" rubber pads the exact same size and use the same size self-tapping screws and washers, when you install it on the impeller blades instead of overlapping a 1/4" hold all four pads back a 1/16" from the inside housing... All 4 impeller blades would be equally balanced, and you will have no issues with damaging any other mechanical parts. Keep up the good work you make it look easy to do. Thanks for the tip on fixing that surging motor.

[@pattayperformance]

Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@Turningwrenches85]

Great fix jason 🤙

[@dhanshlong]

Picked one of these up used this year. Put a new carb in it and was cured for about a week then back at it. Ran across your video and was about try what you suggested but since it was a brand new carb I decided to do some more diagnostic work. Ended up being the little filter inside tank was almost fully clogged so was starving the bowl at times. Sounded exactly like your video. Cheers and thanks for your recommendation!

[@pattayperformance]

Thanks for sharing, only once I had to clean those filters. That was on an EXTREMELY rusted tank. I would have replaced the tank but a storm was on the way and customer needed the machine. I had the Mrs clean the tank (video on that LOL) and I left the filter out. Told them when the storm is over bring it back for a tank. Never heard back

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Gorgeous Troy build snow blower pretty immaculate conditions beautiful machine don't look like it's been used much

[@pattayperformance]

It Cleaned Up Pretty Well! Covered in Dust and Dirt! Didn't want anything to get in the carb when I open the machine up! Plus I always return a machine cleaner than it was when I got it!

[@dbtech7914]

Thanks, helpful video. The smallest drill bit I have is a 1mm. It worked. As far as the bolt by the pulley, I notched out the cover plate with a dremel.

[@pattayperformance]

Great idea with the dremel part! Since these machines aren’t mine I don’t modify them in that sense. When I get them for a Resale I will keep that truck in mind! When warmer weather hits don’t forget the paint where you dremeled so it doesn’t rust and rot away. Hopefully you are still in fix it mode! Now is a great time to change the oil and service the rest of the machine! I also dare you modify the impeller for increased performance! I also have those videos on those as well! Don’t mind me asking…where are you located and did you get snow this year?

[@dbtech7914]

I am in Southeast Pennsylvania. North of Philadelphia. I bought it in 2014. I used it last week for the first time in 3 years. I did paint the metal cover. Now I have a new problem; the hand grip heaters are not working. I thought it was a silly accessory until they quit working and my fingers froze! I'll check on that impeller modification.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Atmospheric pressure and altitude as well has jetting sizes all change how well a motor runs in specific climates your right Bro

[@pattayperformance]

Thank you! Don't want to offend any Scientists here! LOL

[@Big_Johns]

Nice video, that sure is a clean machine.

[@pattayperformance]

Its an eye catcher for sure!

[@MrJohnnyFrets]

Exactly what fixed the problem!!

[@pattayperformance]

Do a Little Dance! Glad I can help!

[@haneyoakie14]

Cool job. I will check out the impeller modifications.

[@pattayperformance]

GAME CHANGER! DARE YOU DO IT!

[@JimmyGunXD556]

Thanks !!!!

[@pattayperformance]

You’re welcome! Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you subscribed to my channel 🤙🏻🇺🇸🔧🦅

[@joshuazwilling8989]

Great video! Mine surged for years. Even after new plugs and oil changes. This fall after I changed the oil, my 2410 only takes .6 quarts btw, I also spent the extra dollar to get an NGK spark plug. I also added about 4oz of Saa Foam to my non-oxygenated gas. It started first pull and runs perfectly now. May want to try that before taking everything apart.

[@pattayperformance]

Love me some seafoam! Opening up the jet is also like a PM, that hole is so tiny so easy to clog up

[@nodak81]

Amazes me how many people think spark plugs fix everything. "My tire is flat so I changed the spark plug but it didn't help." lol Just my opinion but I find Berryman Chemtool is better than Seafoam and cheaper. It resurrected two snowblowers for me that were in rough shape after having the fuel valve left open all year long. I used to use Seafoam but it got crazy expensive and honestly didn't seem to do much.

[@pattayperformance]

@@nodak81 I buy it in bulk via amazon. I will also look into Berryman next time I'm at the parts store. You mix it with gas on every fill up?

[@russheckle8307]

First of all let me say great job on the video and explaining what was going on. I have the same problem on my carburetor on my 2016 Troy Bilt 2890 243 CC engine, I live in Denver at 5000 ft in elevation, what size hole would suggest to drill at that altitude. Thanks for the links as well.

[@pattayperformance]

Just go the next size up. Keep it simple, it’s easier to take away than add what you lost. Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you subscribed to my channel 🔧🇺🇸🤙🏻🦅

[@willbenson7374]

thanks for the information 👍

[@pattayperformance]

You’re welcome! 🤙🏻🦅🔧🇺🇸

[@willbenson7374]

@@pattayperformance I tried rebuilding the carb twice and it still ran like doggy 💩💩 Tried your method and It worked perfectly 🙂

[@pattayperformance]

@@willbenson7374 YOU ARE THE MAN! GREAT FIX AND EXCELLENT JOB ON NOT GIVING UP! THESE VIDEOS MEAN NOTHING WITH OUT PEOPLE LIKE YOURSELF WHO TAKE THE INITIATIVE TO DIY! 🦅🔧🇺🇸🤙🏻

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

You don't see EPA Anymore you only see carb compliant small engines now days it's sad but you are right bro

[@pattayperformance]

#F*ckCalifornia

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@pattayperformance yep

[@russellmaddock3492]

Sea Foam......Sea Foam......Sea Foam. After cleaning or replacing carb, use Sea Foam in every fill up of your snow blower gas can. I used it for years with good results. I use Sea Foam in all my machines. Keeps them starting and running every season.

[@pattayperformance]

Seafoam makes the world go round Lol! I put that in everything! Except oil…don’t want a motor leaking 🤣 Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you gave the video a thumbs up to help others and subscribed to my channel 🤙🏻🔧🇺🇸🦅

[@nodak81]

Berryman....Berryman....Berryman. Works better and it's cheaper.

[@rypmcguire]

Great video, thank you for sharing. You mentioned you had a video to adjust the distance the snow gets thrown vs the standard it comes from store, can you share a link for that? I've got a Troy Built 2840. Ran perfect till yesterday and started to surge/ sputter.

[@pattayperformance]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGGZY42wa7Kmpqc

[@rypmcguire]

@@pattayperformance Thank you very much. Awesome video! Much appreciated.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That is a long drive to get a Machi fixed they must have had amazing customer Service experience with you before bro or they heard great things about you.. I agree better if it sea foam fixed it to just service it anyways no point for them to come back with same problem good video bro

[@pattayperformance]

I don't do any advertising, just striaght up referrals. I drove a long way so I rather be safe than sorry. Surging is rampant here on the island. On machines If I install a new carb I jet it, if I have to clean the carb I jet it. If the jet is easily accessible like on a generator I will jet it. More or less preventative maintence at this point.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@pattayperformance I agree

[@stockstnt8]

Hey i have one its my dads i had to clean needle valve n float just to get it runing at all ,, BUT!!! IT WONT RUN WITHOUT CHOKE ON???any ideas?? I have a small toro and yes i have to change carb n clean every season.. But his may be from old gas from last year i plan to drain tank put some high octane in and it works for mine ,but any thoughts why the big troy built like you have in video wont run with out choke??

[@pattayperformance]

Clean the carb one more time…no need to pull needle and seat. Clean the main jet and also pull the idle circuit jet. If you have a micro drill bit open the idle circuit up to the next size. Link to a micro drill bit set is in the link of the description less than $10

[@danschenck9442]

nicehs nice have troy built got last year starting to surge already,, from long island here too, Where You located..?

[@pattayperformance]

11740

[@Kriffic1]

Great video! California sucks! Fixed my surging problem, thanks.

[@pattayperformance]

It’s not gonna to change anytime soon 🤣🤬 Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you gave the video a thumbs up to help others and subscribed to my channel 🤙🏻🔧🇺🇸🦅

[@SVW1976]

Im pretty sure 28 in the intake width and 40 is just whatever arbitrary number they use for that particular version. They probably have a whole line of 28XX snowblowers.

[@pattayperformance]

thats a safe bet!

[@berkalp-zc8jf]

Do they have fuel filter ? If there is do u know where? I just put a new carb because wasn’t starting so now it does run but packge came with filter as well so like to change it as well Tnx

[@pattayperformance]

there is an inline fuel filter that is inside the line. its on the fuel line that goes right to the tank.

[@berkalp-zc8jf]

@@pattayperformance tnk u

[@TheIceMan9304]

I'm in Canada, just bought a brand new troy built snow blower and it's surging like crazy. I can't open the choke or the throttle all the way. I can get it to idle correctly by micro adjusting both the throttle and the choke but I'm going to try your fix for sure. How exact does the drill bit size have to be?

[@pattayperformance]

The idle circuit for the most part is emissions...open that sucker up. Before I got a micro drill bit set I was drilling them out! I figure after I did a few of them I needed to get the proper tools! The drill bit you need is a .0225. At the price point of buying one drill better off with the set and holding tool.

[@TheIceMan9304]

@@pattayperformance Thank you for the reply! I'll buy the correct size today.

[@TheIceMan9304]

Smallest I can find locally is 1/16.

[@TheIceMan9304]

Ordered correct size from Amazon.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Nice tires on her

[@pattayperformance]

Amen! Can’t wait for snow hogs to wear out on my machine and upgrade to these!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Love the song at the end who sings that

[@pattayperformance]

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[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@pattayperformance wow that's a 10 hour song that is crazy lol

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Has this machine ever been used its seems way to clean lol 😆 🤣😎🤔

[@pattayperformance]

Its been used LOL

[@craigchiddo2794]

If it was my machine I would clearance the bracket so you can remove the bolt and they can keep that dumb chute control

[@pattayperformance]

LOL

[@staceyhampton1595]

The troy-bilt 2610 snowblower i got new at the end of December 2021 was surging from day one it started great never did it throwing snow only when it was not throwing it was surging I know that it was not right my old snowblower that was 2004 run better I could not bring it back to the store because it was given to me so I did not have the bill for it and they whould not take it back with out it so to day I decided to give it a look at the carburetor the problem was the low speed jet I took my mini pin vise drill set l bought on amazon use the smallest drill bit in the kit 0.3 it's small and clean out the jet now it runs smother starts great the way it should be i no that I might have valid the warranty but at least it's a lot better machine so if anyone that has the same problem surging it's more like the air jet

[@pattayperformance]

Great job on the fix! YOU DON'T NEED TO STINKIN WARRANTY. Doubt this voids it. If theyd don't know how could the tell?

[@philipwood8776]

If I drill the hole bigger it will no longer surge? Is that what you're saying? ty!

[@pattayperformance]

Correct. Links in the Description to buy a micro drill bit set. Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you give this video a thumbs up to help others and growth of the channel🤙🏻🇺🇸🦅🔧

[@philipwood8776]

@@pattayperformance ok thanks...So I just need a bit to make the hole a bit bigger correct?

[@philipwood8776]

@@pattayperformance could I just take the little metal piece out instead of drilling it?

[@pattayperformance]

@@philipwood8776 yes but I’m not sure of the ramifications of doing that. You have nothing to loose at this point

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The pilot jet is dirty that's what you took out the carb

[@pattayperformance]

Its way too small period! Before I got the micro drill bit set I would just rmeove the brass jet LOL

[@1Dougloid]

What size drill bit did you use?

[@pattayperformance]

Micro drill bit! Link to buy them is in the description. Too cheap not to own! Thanks for the view and comment, hopefully you subscribed to my channel🔧🦅🇺🇸🤙🏻

[@1001Hobbies]

In the video, while he is selecting the drill bit, he says .0225". It is #74 in wire gauge sized drill bits.

[@1Dougloid]

@@1001Hobbies thanks

[@craigchiddo2794]

Even if it is not surging now it would have in the colder weather colder air needs more fuel the ethanol also leans out the mix I think I'm going to go to the airport and get some real gas

[@independantthinkerwhoreads7009]

Yeah, another professional shade tree mechanic, eliminating hardware, righty tight lefty loose, etc. Right!

[@pattayperformance]

Do you need a whineburger to go with your whineakein? One bolt won’t make a difference change my mind… Machine is fixed and happy customer and millions of views to boot🫶🏻

[@craigchiddo2794]

Someone needs to figure out an adjustable idle jet for these carbs

[@pattayperformance]

a drill bit

[@craigchiddo2794]

@@pattayperformance there is an adjustable bottom jet it would be nice not to have to drill it

[@pattayperformance]

@@craigchiddo2794 I've seen that but never had the need for it. get a new carb for the price of the jet

[@craigchiddo2794]

Drill a hole in the bracket