Replacing snowthrower paddles?
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laser3kw
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don't be grumpy if you twist the bolts off. 
Plan "B" - grind the nut off and get on with it.
I never plan on reusing the hardware.
Plan "B" - grind the nut off and get on with it.
I never plan on reusing the hardware.
38Chevy454
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I assume you have access to both sides and can replace the bolts easily? If so, save countless time and just tighten all of them until breaking. Then replace with new hardware. You will be many times ahead on time.
I do this on my old cars, used to try and mess with unbolting and penetrants, etc. Now just go with breaking them and replace. Unless it is a bolt that not easy to replace or some other reason to save.
I do this on my old cars, used to try and mess with unbolting and penetrants, etc. Now just go with breaking them and replace. Unless it is a bolt that not easy to replace or some other reason to save.
bwringer
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I've done a couple of these, and yep, these nuts actually come off easier than I ever imagined.
You should be fine.
It's common for the screws in the wear bar and casing to get damaged, though.
You should be fine.
It's common for the screws in the wear bar and casing to get damaged, though.
bochnak
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Mine always come off easy. Ditch the PB blaster and get some Kroil.
ezover
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mite want to check the scraper on the bottom for wear. I replaced mine when I did the paddles.
bochnak
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Yes, and the belt, spark plug, etc.
theoldwizard1
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Is that one of the old ones with the straight blade or one of the new one with the curved blade ? The straight ones are easy. The curved ones are a bit more difficult.
BEFORE you start, got to your local fastener store and buy STAINLESS STEEL replacement bolts and nuts ! It will be worth every penny when to have to do the job again !! (I maintain 3 of them for my extended family. Every nut and bolt has been swapped to SS.)
Another tip. Buy a straight inline fuel shut off valve (cheap on eBay; I think I paid $10 for 10). Some actually some with spring clamps. Cut the line at the bottom of the loop and you should be able to easily turn the fuel on and off. Best way to "summerize" your blower !
I have always used the Toro brand paddle (I get them wholesale) but there are a LOT of aftermarket ones out there for a lot less money. Last year, I saw that Toro came out with a two stage replacement paddle. It is a bit longer and has a second set of holes so you are effectively getting 2 set for a bit more than the price of one !
BEFORE you start, got to your local fastener store and buy STAINLESS STEEL replacement bolts and nuts ! It will be worth every penny when to have to do the job again !! (I maintain 3 of them for my extended family. Every nut and bolt has been swapped to SS.)
Another tip. Buy a straight inline fuel shut off valve (cheap on eBay; I think I paid $10 for 10). Some actually some with spring clamps. Cut the line at the bottom of the loop and you should be able to easily turn the fuel on and off. Best way to "summerize" your blower !
I have always used the Toro brand paddle (I get them wholesale) but there are a LOT of aftermarket ones out there for a lot less money. Last year, I saw that Toro came out with a two stage replacement paddle. It is a bit longer and has a second set of holes so you are effectively getting 2 set for a bit more than the price of one !
theoldwizard1
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The scrapper needs to be replaced almost yearly. If not, you will start to wear on the side cover (been there, done that). Again, lots of aftermarket ones cheap on eBay. Buy them at least 2 at a time.
All 3 machine I maintain have the original plug and belt.
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D45
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I just did this on mine last winter
Cordless 1/4" impact removed them all, and also broke some
When I re-installed, I used some anti-seize
Very easy, straightforward job that makes a good difference
Might want to consider a new belt while you are at it, helps to throw the snow farther
Cordless 1/4" impact removed them all, and also broke some
When I re-installed, I used some anti-seize
Very easy, straightforward job that makes a good difference
Might want to consider a new belt while you are at it, helps to throw the snow farther