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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Snowblower Auger Pulley Hub Replacement #718-04836
Craftsman Snowblower Auger Pulley Hub Replacement #718-04836
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Total Parts Cost
$5.34Estimated Savings
$112.5002:30
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the auger pulley hub on Craftsman snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the pulley hub is if the augers won’t turn.
All of the information in this pulley hub replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket, pliers, 7/8” socket
All of the information in this pulley hub replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket, pliers, 7/8” socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the auger pulley hub on your snow blower make sure the ignition key has been removed.
2
Use a half-inch socket to unthread the upper mounting bolt securing the belt cover.
3
Now use a 3/8th inch socket to remove the lower mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts unthreaded, pull off the cover.
5
Use pliers to secure the auger shaft and a 7/8th inch socket to unthread the nut securing the auger pulley.
6
Push the idler pulley down to release the brake and pull off the auger pulley.
7
You can now slide off the old hub.
8
Install the new auger pulley hub by sliding it onto the axle with the sprocket facing outward.
9
Realign the belt on the auger pulley then loop the belt onto the drive pulley as you position the auger pulley on the new hub.
10
Make sure the belt rides underneath the idler pulley then rethread the nut to secure the auger pulley.
11
Reposition the belt cover and replace the bolts to secure.
12
With the repair completed reinsert the ignition key and your snow blower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the auger pulley hub on Craftsman snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the pulley hub is if the augers won’t turn.
All of the information in this pulley hub replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket, pliers, 7/8” socket
All of the information in this pulley hub replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket, pliers, 7/8” socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the auger pulley hub on your snow blower make sure the ignition key has been removed.
2
Use a half-inch socket to unthread the upper mounting bolt securing the belt cover.
3
Now use a 3/8th inch socket to remove the lower mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts unthreaded, pull off the cover.
5
Use pliers to secure the auger shaft and a 7/8th inch socket to unthread the nut securing the auger pulley.
6
Push the idler pulley down to release the brake and pull off the auger pulley.
7
You can now slide off the old hub.
8
Install the new auger pulley hub by sliding it onto the axle with the sprocket facing outward.
9
Realign the belt on the auger pulley then loop the belt onto the drive pulley as you position the auger pulley on the new hub.
10
Make sure the belt rides underneath the idler pulley then rethread the nut to secure the auger pulley.
11
Reposition the belt cover and replace the bolts to secure.
12
With the repair completed reinsert the ignition key and your snow blower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Bushing
$5.34
Total$0.00
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