[rwh963]

Grabbed this a while ago from the dump. Some paint and plastic fade, but really little rust, very solid, and a good candidate for a summer repaint ((though maybe not by me).
Finally got around to testing it. Starts up with fuel in plug hole and carb, but not getting any fuel by priming. Fuel lines should be replaced, probably new carb.

wondering, what makes this different from other Toros, and is it worth restoring?

 

[rwh963]

Rear carriage does activate. It really looks like a good machine. Chain driven vs disc drive? It is heavy.

 

[rwh963]

what's special about the power shift is... [wait for it]... the power shift feature:

you should at least get it running to the point to see if the power shift feature works, and whether or not the transmission is good (my understanding is that it does not use a friction disk).

i have owned and worked on multiple Toro single and 2-stage snowblowers over the years, but I stay away from the power shift models due to their complexity. i've owned a power throw 824xl which had the larger power shift bucket but paired with a 'normal' friction disk setup.

so, it looks cool, but what is the advantage of this feature?

 

[rwh963]

Looks like I need to invest in a $15 carb and see what happens.