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impeller mod question

2K views 14 replies 12 participants last post by  PhilThefarmer 
#1 ·
I have to change the belts on my 7/24 snapper, I thought this would be a good time to do it. Its really is pathetic (I'm sure replacing 27 y.o. belts will help). I saw a before and after video of the mod and it looks like mine in the last storm. I get the bolts (double nut to hold on?) and fender washers, but the rubber piece....is it a piece of tire I cut out or is there another option?

I assume taking the shroud off to do the belts will make it accessible for the mod? Also, what is good to coat the shroud? I saw wd-40 or car wax...are those good options? Other suggestions...

TIA
 
#2 ·
Baler belting, HD truck mud flap, tire side wall etc.

Remove the Chute for easier access to the impeller.

I like wax and Fluid Film as well as repainting inside the chute to aid casting and prevent snow from sticking.
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#5 ·
Even though I used track pads from the RR, that is not something people normally can get.

I would also use the baler belting. If your near on old farm, they probably have some they would give you, or a farm store or Tractor Supply. A piece of old corded truck mud flap would also work
 
#6 ·
I'm in the suburbs of Northern NJ, not really a farming area but there are some smaller hold outs I can check with to see if they have baler belt. I was thinking of using a sawzall on some tire sidewall (I saw the kits on ebay, but I need the mod for the upcoming storm). I was thinking double nut to lock it in (better than lock washers?), thought the self tapping screws might back out.

Thanks for the replies
 
#9 ·
I used a truck tire sidewall. It was hard cutting with a razor knife! I then figured out, if you keep dipping the knife blade in a cup of soapy water, it made it somewhat easier.
I think if I ever did it again, I would use the baler belt.
Luckily I haven't had the need since getting a 28sho.
 
#14 ·
Well what a day if you have impeller mod. We received about 4" of snow and probably an inch of rain. It is like walking on a sponge. Between the slush and the water I can see the mod really working and worth while. Last offer on ebay was $25 for the kit (1/4"....why 3/8", stronger I guess). Now I have to install the new pull start, put on the belts and do the impeller mod....man this thing is going to be in pieces on the garage floor...LOL
 
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