6-0202 Snow Thrower on "modern" tractors

[peter lena 8,583]

NEWBIE,  that spring tensioned pulley frame at the front of the frame with your belt issue , should be lubricated at its cross rod to frame area , typically never lubricated , and rusty, if its free to move the belt tension will be better and smoother . on your grease issue , regularly maintain it , more important is the auger chain drive lubricant and adjustment , use a specified chain and cable lubricant on the chain and never let it dry out , adjust chain at the bottom corner out side  bolt area , tension should be about 1/2"  of play. when properly lubricated , that  blower / thrower , will spin by hand , pete 

[peter lena 8,583]

NEWBIE,  that spring tensioned pulley frame at the front of the frame with your belt issue , should be lubricated at its cross rod to frame area , typically never lubricated , and rusty, if its free to move the belt tension will be better and smoother . on your grease issue , regularly maintain it , more important is the auger chain drive lubricant and adjustment , use a specified chain and cable lubricant on the chain and never let it dry out , adjust chain at the bottom corner out side  bolt area , tension should be about 1/2"  of play. when properly lubricated , that  blower / thrower , will spin by hand , pete 

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Alright, got the new belt on. Seems extra tight...  Bought belt# 102743 as per the manual. Maybe it needs to stretch out a bit...  Haven't started it yet as I need to figure out the chute cable. Only goes halfway to the right. 

 

I appreciate everyone's help immensely. 

[pfrederi 17,676]

That is too tight and will never wear down to fit.  The tractor your blower was designed for a B-80/100 were made in a couple versions I believe (don't have any myself) difference in frame  length??  That is a 67" belt.  For my blower on a long frame tractor like yours belt is #7950 which is what I run 69" .  You might go to Tractor supply get a 69 inch belt.  Keep the sleeve clean take back if it isn't right

Edited February 21, 2021 by pfrederi

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I was afraid there might be some differences based on age. Oh well.  Looks like I get to replace it twice.  

 

Thanks for the info. 

[peter lena 8,583]

NEWBIE,  that spring tensioned pulley frame at the front of the frame with your belt issue , should be lubricated at its cross rod to frame area , typically never lubricated , and rusty, if its free to move the belt tension will be better and smoother . on your grease issue , regularly maintain it , more important is the auger chain drive lubricant and adjustment , use a specified chain and cable lubricant on the chain and never let it dry out , adjust chain at the bottom corner out side  bolt area , tension should be about 1/2"  of play. when properly lubricated , that  blower / thrower , will spin by hand , pete 

[peter lena 8,583]

artietube,  your chute adjustment is something you have work with as you replace it , typically its confusing , but i  used this method years ago , http://www.wheelhorse.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=5904, also replaced the cable clamps at chute base with electrical lugs , drilled out original pop rivet replaced with bolt and back to back electrical lugs , much stronger and easier control cable movement, pete 

[peter lena 8,583]

artie, this is the type electrical lug that i use on my chute cable connection , drill out the original pop rivet that connects the old type that are there , use a 1/4 " bolt with elastic nut and washers to hold both lugs at same hole , very solid and easy to work with ,https://www.zoro.com/blackburn-mechanical-conn-lug-10-to-14-awg-1-cond-adr11/i/G1325046/feature-product?utm_source=google&utm_medium=surfaces&utm_campaign=shopping feed&utm_content=free google shopping clicks&gclid=CjwKCAiAyc2BBhAaEiwA44-wW5WIA6xVzl-A42pFtQTmL0YNiM9EVMs4dlgzB_yzTy84uvi06vSURRoCaD4QAvD_BwE , your local h/w store has these , lubricate chute base , pete

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Peter,

 

Thanks a bunch for the info.  Surprisingly I was able to readjust the chute cable and it's working now.  It's old though so I'll take your advice and change a few things when I get brave enough to replace the cable.

 

I took the    the advice of pfrederi and bought a 69" belt at Tractor Supply.  I'm confident that'll do the trick.  I'll have daylight time to change it this weekend and will post a pic.

 

As always, thanks a ton!  Without this forum I'd still be fumbling.

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Hi all, 

 

Finally got the new 69" belt installed (properly) yesterday. What a difference! Not only was it easier to install but but it didn't bog down so much when I cut into the existing snow bank.

 

Of course, this weeks weather is very mild but should it snow again I'll have the opportunity to give it a workout. 

 

Thanks again to all.  I literally wouldn't have been able to do this without everyone's input. 

 

Greg