The lower end blew from either low oil/excessive heat and I have a lower end rebuild kit coming. My question is about the head here. It appears perhaps high heat around the exhaust spring . Not sure if valve is toast. I think the picture can show evidence of high heat. There is also soot and...

Just a heads-up, FWIW ... I just ordered these from Amazon, only 30.99 w/free shipping, which is about 5.00 cheaper than normal, but also getting a spare set of wheels, in case you ever need them ... I have these on most my equipment ... they work great and having the extra set of wheels is a...

Hey everyone, new here but not to snowblowers. I have a MTD 500 series Yard Machines 30" 2 stage blower with the 357 engine. I've had it since brand new and honestly it's been amazing and has been a workhorse for me. Just this year when blowing even dusty\sugar snow more than 3" deep in FIRST...

Thank you for letting me join the forum. I am looking for a lower shroud Toro part number 55-8791 the old number will fit to 55-8790. Bought this machine without one on it, runs great but i need that shroud.

Hello, I have an older Ariens ST524 that i've thrown some money at, but this morning it let me down just as i was finishing. I can't go without a snowblower, my weak heart wont allow it. I may be in the market for a new 2 stage snowblower. Not looking to break the bank. Looking to spend less...