snowblower

[Red Devil 5]

I'm looking at a snow blower, not sure the actual numbers but I wanted to get some opinions on if my 312-8 will run it or have any problems...

Edited December 17, 2016 by Red Devil
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[WVHillbilly520H 10,373]

Yes that 12 hp Kohler won't have any issues running that thrower, but you will need the lift pole and flag also to install and lift it, not 100% sure it attaches to the 312 though looks to be for a way earlier model,Jeff.

[Ed Kennell 38,021]

The 312-8 would certainly be capable of running the blower.

I am not familiar with the mount on that blower, but it liiks like it would mount up to your front attach-a-matic OK.

You will need the lift rod and flag.

 

OOPS, I see Jeff types faster than me...at least we are on the same wave length.

Edited December 17, 2016 by Ed Kennell

[Red Devil 5]

The lift pole being the horizontal rod back to the manual lift for mower deck? And I havent seen it in person yet and I was under the impression it has the attach-o-matic set up on the blower (I have that on the 312-8 to match

[Ed Kennell 38,021]

1 minute ago, Red Devil said:

The lift pole being the horizontal rod back to the manual lift for mower deck? And I havent seen it in person yet and I was under the impression it has the attach-o-matic set up on the blower (I have that on the 312-8 to match

Yes, that is the lift pole and the flag is the part that connects the pole to the lift shaft.

[Red Devil 5]

For 150.00 bucks I figured I'd haul the 312-8 over with me, and test it out, I mean not exactly sure what all he has with it, niether is he but the flag sounds like something I could probably fab? If not included? Pretty sure it has the lift pole? (Black tube in first picture) but like I said I'm assuming alot of stuff and have never messed with a snow blower before so any and all comments are very much appreciated 

[WVHillbilly520H 10,373]

Definitely good price, just haven't seen that particular attac-a-matic linkage, I had/have the newer style,Jeff.

[Red Devil 5]

This is the system on the front of tractor so hoping it's the right style

[WVHillbilly520H 10,373]

If you look closely at the 418A the thrower attachment arms are flat/straight/square all the way to the front attac-a-matic, the one you're looking at has the triangle pieces with the round bar, so yes if you can take your tractor please do to try it on first sorry I can't help you much more hopefully someone else will have more knowledge on this come along,Jeff.

[JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497]

I had an old blower like that one, but, like Jeff says that mounting attachment doesn't seem right. It's great if you can take your rig and test it.   Recently I had a blower similar on my 520 I got this summer, let me check in the for sale section, I sold it recently and put pictures in the ad, maybe I can move them here and will give us a clue.

 

Glenn

 

OK, a few pictures, best I could do, good luck.

Edited December 17, 2016 by JERSEYHAWG / Glenn

[Ed Kennell 38,021]

Those blowers had three different attaching kits.

I have had two of them.

The one has straight flat bars that bolts and pivots from two holes in the tractor frame.

Another one has a round rod that clips and pivots to the attach-a-matic.

Either of these would work with a 312-8.

The third one I am not familiar with, but I believe it was for the GT series tractors.   This could be the one you are looking at.  What tractor was it on before?

If it does not fit your 312, you may be able to remove the triangle pieces and bolt the flat bars directly to the frame if they are the correct width.

 

[Red Devil 5]

The guy said he ran it on his c145 

[Ed Kennell 38,021]

Good, If it fit a C, it should fit a 312.

[Red Devil 5]

Well guys, it hooked up OK, spins well, makes the front steering almost non existent when it's down and it has the lift rod, but the guy couldn't find the flag so eBay it is... Oh and the blower is a model: 63251, not in perfect condition but hey for the price why not right?

Well guys, it hooked up OK, spins well, makes the front steering almost non existent when it's down and it has the lift rod, but the guy couldn't find the flag so eBay it is... Oh and the blower is a model: 63251, not in perfect condition but hey for the price why not right?

[Ed Kennell 38,021]

You may want to put a wanted ad in our classified section.    Where are you located in Pa.   Several members make the flags or have spares.

[smoreau 658]

To help with sreering, I use #50 roller chains on the front tires to make a rib that bights into the snow and ice. Makes a huge difference in steering. 

[Red Devil 5]

I life in North Central PA in a town called Shinglehouse blink and you miss it kinda town lol just ordered one online 46.00 and the front chain idea cheap easy fix

Edited December 18, 2016 by Red Devil