Swapping Engine Mounting Plates & Final Assembly - Craftsman 13.5/27

[@robertmailhos8159]

Glad you are paying attention to the engine mounting plate before you get it put on the snow blower frame

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes something I knew might be an issue, better to swap and use the proper parts. Thanks for watching!

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@EliminatorPerformance anytime Jake I'll be waiting for your next video on this matter

[@kjell-richardlvdal373]

No ground No light, grease must be the snowblower mechanic best friend

[@gadasavideos8564]

Started the free wheel last night. One side didn't want to slide on the spline piece. Some lube and light tapping freed it up, but it still didn't disengage completely, even bending the retainer bracket. Since cable conduit had 2 breaks I picked up a new cable at ctc this morning for $23. Ottawa dealer was showing $45.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Wow that's wild for a cable, but I know with the recent economy everything has gotten more pricey. Good luck!

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Jake, at 22:20 you described the spring as “torsion”. It’s actually a compression spring. An example of a torsion spring is the one on some garage door openers, where a single spring is mounted around a rod over the doorway and winds up on the rod. Think of it like torque, where a force is applied, rotating around a central pivot point.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yea good point, thanks for that!

[@PappysCorner]

Great tutorial, everybody's had a craftsman at one time or another... thumbs up.!!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks PC!

[@gravelyman]

Nice though job Jake. I'll see you on the next one 🔧👍

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@motorcoachtech7615]

The little project is coming along nicely. I’ve had good success with Fluid Film for years. It’s the only one that wouldn’t freeze in door locks of coaches. They were washed with a pressure washer after every trip, summer or winter. Looking forward to next video. Have a good week. Rick

[@waynestefinashen239]

For rust prevention we use the dripless RustCure 3000 bought at Peavey Mart. 2 years ago we could buy it at 50% sales for $4.50 a can now priced at $7.50 during 50% sales.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I'll be checking out the fluid film in the near future, I like using new products and once I find something that works good I stick with it. I use a lot of Permatex products but this honey goo is very good. We also use rust cure formula 3000 but I've never used it to lubricate parts, I suppose I could though 🤔

[@motorcoachtech7615]

Yes I have used that as well, and prices are up there.

[@motorcoachtech7615]

I’m going to try that ‘Honey Goo’ as well. Thanks. Rick

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

Jake very well done very informative and all points are touched with a good grease or lithium

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes loving the honey goo though, it seems to work great for snowblowers!

[@waynestefinashen239]

Awesome video! You provided so many tips for the viewers i totally lost count because there were so many. The only one i can add from watching all your videos is to use the FlexyFlo which i use when draining the oil on this style oil drain placement on snowblowers. Sorry i can not link that video on the top right or in the description LOL!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Also realized when editing I could've swapped the oil drain tube around if I wanted to, but it's honestly not needed on these. Thanks for watching!

[@watermanone7567]

Excellent video, and with great detail. Many thanks.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@aramgees4692]

Great detail on everything. Awesome video. You make the engine swap look easy. Keep em coming brother.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@kjell-richardlvdal373]

Another Great video, always fun to watch

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

Jake your videos are awesome and so professional I was glued to the screen brother 😀

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Lewis!

[@Big_Johns]

Nice video Jake, let me know when the big showdown between the Honda and yours happens, I might buy tickets for that. 🤣👍

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Considering the cost of each unit, I'd say this one has already won lol it may snap a rod at any moment, but it hasn't cost me anything lol I'll most likely be going over all my pricing and what we've made in the last video!

[@Big_Johns]

Sounds good brother 👍🏼

[@gadasavideos8564]

Just put the ctc cable on. It doesn't have the steel threaded insert in the handle for the 3/16 mounting bolt. The hole in the plastic was too small so I drilled with 5/32 and tapped to 3/16. Then there's that plastic bottom cover. It was cracked both sides where tabs go over chassis tabs. Used the hot stapler on it.

[@gadasavideos8564]

And they want 60 bucks for that plastic crap.

[@georgedimakos2723]

Like akways...a true professional ! I enjoy your videos so much and i can honestly say you are number 1 by far on utube on small motors....is thete anyway you can do a pulsating carb on a 5hp briggs and stratton linkage configuration to the governor? Thanks a million !!!!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I can if I get one in, the issue is I don't have one so I can't film it unless a customer brings one but I do have rebuild kits in stock!

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍Thanks

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Pete!

[@Turningwrenches85]

Very well done there jake, that is a nice snowblower there, I agree that the bottom plate should be metal instead of the plastic hopefully it holds up there

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks!

[@gadasavideos8564]

So the 30 inch 1550 has an engine mounting bracket. The 27 does not but has 3 unthreaded holes each side to accommodate one and chassises are same width. Wish I had known about them when I did the repower.

[@johnjaco5544]

I've had a Honda snow blower for 30 years Mine will do circles around this thing

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Probably, but not only did this unit not cost me anything, I've actually made money selling the other 2 units and their parts. So it's just my time.

[@waynestefinashen239]

Sounds like a challenge if you want to bring it to Port Colborne the OLD MAN here is interested in have a snowblower shootout eh! But i am going to say that this one turns in circles much easier than yours what do you think?

[@skyemac8]

The triggered steering is superior to auto turn provided it is lubed as shown.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes I believe the same, I prefer this system over Ariens auto turn. This is the Murray, Briggs, simplicity style which I believe is superior as well

[@gadasavideos8564]

So I'm understanding now. The poulan with the blown tecumseh had no mounting plate, engine was bolted to the chassis ipl does not show an optional mounting plate. My craftsman 30 in with 1550 manual shows a mounting plate but different part number. I'll check tomorrow if my engine is on a plate or again direct mounted to chassis. Funny that my plan was to investigate that steering system tomorrow as sometimes my drive disappears and then returns and works fine. Maybe it's in need of good lube. I'm puzzled as I don't think my wheels are held on with with click pin in a hole. My recollection is a bolt in axle end, although I don't see that bolt in the manual

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Good luck, and thanks for watching!

[@waynestefinashen239]

We would need the model number of your engine to check for the mounting plate part number but since the 1350 and the 1450 had different mounting plates it is highly likely the 1550 also is different. If you purchased it used it is highly likely that some other has used a bolt vs. clip pin for keeping the wheels on. You may have to make an adjustment to your drive linkage or cable to engage the friction wheel to the drive plate earlier for continuous drive operation simply shorten the distance but do not overdo it which can cause cable failure from being too tight.

[@gadasavideos8564]

Haven't checked yet but I wasn't clear on the bolt. It looked like a bolt in the end of the axle shaft, not a bolt in the hole instead of a pin.

[@gadasavideos8564]

@Wayne Stefinashen don't know what tricks my eyes had played but it has the clinch pins just like you show.

[@jamie66233]

I need to try some of that honey goo!! I can't get it in the states though 😕...

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Hmmm, maybe try buying it online? It's good stuff, not sponsored. Been using it for a while now, seems to stick good to parts and I like it better than the white lithium now.

[@jamie66233]

I've looked online! Can't seem to find it in the states! I would prefer this over white lithium allday!! I need to try some out!!

[@waynestefinashen239]

@@jamie66233 I believe there are American distributors but if you cannot find it Archs Garage uses a chain wax spray that he says does a great job of hanging on and lubricating. Do not remember product name but he always uses it so check him out and ask in a comment.

[@jamie66233]

@@waynestefinashen239 I've used maxima chain wax for dirt bikes on personal stuff. It can be pricey. Ivebbeen using liquid film lately. It works pretty good.

[@waynestefinashen239]

@@jamie66233 We will be looking if we can get that chain wax in Canada, thank you!

[@rglshadow2856]

In the video you show the part # for the 1450 mounting plate. I need the 1350 engine mounting plate - can you share the replacement part # for the 1350 plate? Great video by the way! If I find the 1350, I’ll be watching this again. Thanks!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

@@rglshadow2856 I can't find a photo of it, but my parts program shows the 1350 using a 532417085 mounting plate. Sorry I can't be of more help.

[@rglshadow2856]

@@EliminatorPerformance Thanks!

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Jake, I’ve got an interesting diag question for you I just spotted in the comments of an old Taryl video on evaluating used lawn tractors, pre-purchase. Here it is, verbatim:”My 10.5 hp Briggs is got pressure at dipstick. If I unscrew the dipstick the engine bogs down and sometimes dies. Screwing the dipstick back down make it run fine. What would the problem be?” I suspect it’s a lean condition caused by an internal blown head gasket. Any thoughts? Wayne?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I would wager it's a combination of valves needing adjustment and possibly the crankcase breather having an issue. Could also be rings/cylinder issue. By opening the dipstick when the engine is running it essentially creates a vacuum leak. A lean mixture could absolutely be a result. Always start with simple things 1st, gas cap, carb (fuel) fuel line, spark, crankcase vent and compression. Then start deeper diagnostics if nothing comes from the 1st round of tests.

[@renezamora4879]

"How's it going papa eliminator?" …….I own a Honda snowblower, not a craftsman. I’m gonna watch anyway while I drink my 1st cup of coffee this morning. "So with that being said", ….”Let’s get right into it. 😊

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Check out my latest video on how to store them for the summer, that applies to pretty much all snowblowers, even Hondas!

[@renezamora4879]

@@EliminatorPerformance Now that I think winter is over here in northern Utah I will follow your advise and direction. 😃

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Jake, do you think these steering parts could be retrofitted to other machines?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I wouldn't even want to attempt that lol

[@4wheelingfun04]

Do you know if they sell that honey goo in the states? Could I buy some from you?