Chain adjust on single stage 36" snowblower

[Goat 2141 5]

How I adjusted  the chain on a single stage snowblower 36".

[peter lena 8,721]

this being a very simple adjustment, what are you asking/ doing ? pete

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,096]

Are there two idler sprockets inside the blower housing on the left side? If so the sprockets are #31 in this illustration and the bottom one is bolted to a slotted hole for adjustment.

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Garry

[Goat 2141 5]

How can I make t h e ajust ment my self

 

1 hour ago, peter lena said:

 

 

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,096]

Loosen the bolt holding the sprocket on and slide the bolt to tighten the chain. You do not want the chain tight. Adjust so there is a bit of looseness to it between the sprockets like you would check the tension of a belt.

After adjusting see how loose the chain is where is runs over the auger sprocket. You should not be able to pull the rollers very far out of the scallop for the roller. If you can it is time for a new length of chain. Too much wear or stretch in the chain is what ruins the sprockets.

 

Garry

[WVHillbilly520H 10,374]

18 minutes ago, Goat 2141 said:

How can I make t h e ajust ment my self

 

 

Loosen the nut mentioned in post #3 above (3/4" wrench/socket) then with some type of leverage (prybar/screwdriver) apply pressure on that sprocket on the inside while still allowing "some" flex in the chain then retighten said nut, and all should be good also if you haven't you need to lubricate/oil/grease the entire chain and sprockets. ....Plus what Gary said above!

Edited January 30, 2019 by WVHillbilly520H

[Goat 2141 5]

Ok.ty all