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mctwist


Joined: Jan 10, 2012
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Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Original Message   Jan 10, 2012 9:41 pm
Hi all, I bought a new Craftsman snowblower last year, and unfortunately it is not performing like I think/hoped it should. After reading a bit on this site, I decided on installing a Clarence kit.

Although I saw an improvement, I still felt something was off. It is throwing powdery stuff up to my expectations, it's the more heavy stuff I have problems with. After reading some more, I began to question wether the auger belt was loose. Keep in mind the snowblower at this point as been used maybe 10 times. So I pop the belt cover, and sure enough, the belt is loose, and can be moved easily with the auger engaged.

Unfortunately, the idler pulley is non-adjustable. Anyone ever attempted to modify the bracket to make it adjustable? Seems to me it would just require being drilled?

Any thoughts?

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mctwist


Joined: Jan 10, 2012
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Re: Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Reply #10   Jan 11, 2012 8:56 pm
Well I had a nice post written up, but pressed cancel instead of post...

Anyway, I'm not gonna be able to take pics (way too cold, arrived home late), or check further until probably early next week.

Thanks for all the info, I'll get back to you guys later, when I try or check the things you mentioned.

solara


Location: Boston
Joined: Jun 16, 2004
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Re: Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Reply #11   Jan 12, 2012 12:00 pm
You could also consider buying a slightly shorter belt.

2004-2005 Ariens 11528LE
Jacobsen snow-burst
carlb


Joined: Nov 16, 2010
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Re: Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Reply #12   Jan 12, 2012 2:32 pm
I agree with the smaller belt if you can't find a way to make the proper adjustments.  I suspect 1/2" would do it.
mctwist


Joined: Jan 10, 2012
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Re: Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Reply #13   Jan 12, 2012 8:55 pm
carlb wrote:
I agree with the smaller belt if you can't find a way to make the proper adjustments.  I suspect 1/2" would do it.



That's another option if all else fails.

I remember seeing on this site a reference list for different sized belts, but can't seem to find it. Anyone can direct me?

carlb


Joined: Nov 16, 2010
Points: 279

Re: Anyone ever modified an auger pulley bracket?
Reply #14   Jan 13, 2012 10:39 am
mctwist wrote:
That's another option if all else fails.

I remember seeing on this site a reference list for different sized belts, but can't seem to find it. Anyone can direct me?


I have bought belts from these people and their prices are good and the belts seem to work well.  I would only use Kevlar belts on a snow blower.

There shipping is a little high, so if you purchase a few belts it helps.

http://www.vbelts4less.com/Kevlar-K-Plus-V-Belts_c_20.html
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