A shear pin is that part which links the auger shaft and the auger. If the auger gets stuck while snow blowing, the shear pin will break. This is good because it protects the auger shaft and gear from damage. A shear pin is also called a shear bolt. Okay so it’s a good thing … Read more
The answer to the question, “will a snow blower work on gravel?” is yes, it does work. But there are lots of snow blowers, so which one do you use? That is what you will learn here. This guide also shows step by step how to remove snow on a gravel driveway. Or any gravel … Read more
It can be alarming to hear a snow blower engine surge, but most of the time, you can skip the repair shop. This is an engine problem you can fix on your own. Here you will discover the reasons why this happens, the solution and how to prevent it from taking place again. When a … Read more
It seems like it happens to a lot of folks who use a snow blower. You are clearing and blowing snow then suddenly it stops. The blower won’t move, won’t throw snow and seems to shut down completely. We will go through the top reasons why this happens and solutions. You will also learn the … Read more
Does your snow blower sometimes push snow instead of throwing it? The machine starts okay but instead of throwing snow from the chute, it does not. Could this indicate a serious problem? While there is indeed something wrong with your snow blower, it can be fixed quite easily. This article shows you how. If your … Read more
Wet snow is two to three times heavier compared to dry snow. It is stickier and in large volumes can take down branches. No question you need to get rid of it, but can a snow blower get wet? Will it work? That is what you will find out in this article. A single stage … Read more
A snow blower goes through a lot especially when clearing packed snow and ice. This is why a lot of people ask if a snow blower can overheat. Gas powered models uses fuel obviously and have an engine. So do you need to worry about overheating while clearing your driveway? A snow blower can overheat … Read more
If your area experiences a lot of heavy snow, it makes sense to get a snow blower. In case snow covers your driveway, a blower will clear much faster and more efficiently than a shovel. But how well do these machines handle packed snow? The most common snow blowers are one, two and three stage … Read more
Is your snow blower no longer running as smoothly as before? Does the engine sound rough or stall when you try to move forward? If your snow blower is not moving efficiently, there is something in the engine or fuel that needs attention. This post explains what you have to do. The most common reason … Read more
If you have to deal with deep snow and ice, it might take more effort to move the snow blower in the direction you want. This brings up the question of whether or not snow blower tire chains are worth it. A lot of people swear by them and others might tell you they are … Read more
