Here's a link to my story . . . . for what it's worth:

http://www.snowblowerforum.com/forum/mtd-snowblowers/83889-mtd-impeller-mod.html

 

I tried tire sidewall as I have a number of "spares" I use to hold my swimming pools winter cover in place. It's hard to cut and hard to trim.

I went to a farm supply store and bought a foot of baler belt. Some stainless steel nuts, bolts and washers and that's enough for about three machines.

Baler Belting, 2-Ply, 4 in. x 60 in. - For Life Out Here

 

I'm going to use flatbar instead of washers after seeing what our member 'The Fixer" did in person. He did it both ways, washers and flatbar and it seems like the flatbar worked better. Maybe more sturdy.

 

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Thanks for the info fellas! I am going to remove my chute and drill the impeller.... or at least center punch it if it becomes too difficult. I will update in a few weeks when I get the job done! Thanks

 

Good idea to wear some lightweight gloves just in case you slip when drilling. Might save some skin !!

 

Many folks on this forum make their own impeller mod 'kits' from scratch. I bought a kit online and had less that desirable results because the rubber 'paddles' in the kit were not reinforced rubber and broke easily.

I since then have made my own kits for 3 machines. So, depending on what is in your kit, you may want to substitute some bailer belt or similar material.