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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Snowblower Drive Linkage Push Nut #726-0233
Craftsman Snowblower Drive Linkage Push Nut #726-0233
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$112.5002:13
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drive linkage push nut on Craftsman snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the push nut is if it is misplaced or broken.
All of the information in this push nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, MasterCut, Cub Cadet
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket
All of the information in this push nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, MasterCut, Cub Cadet
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the auger drive linkage push nut 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
Now use the 3/8th inch socket to remove the bolt securing the idler pulley to detach the auger drive linkage and push nut if still intact.
6
With the bearing side facing in, reposition the pulley and bushing then thread the mounting bolt through the bushing and tighten.
7
Now realign the auger drive linkage on the bolt.
8
You can now take the new push nut and slide it onto the bolt to secure the linkage.
9
Reposition the belt cover and replace the bolts to secure.
10
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 drive linkage push nut on Craftsman snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the push nut is if it is misplaced or broken.
All of the information in this push nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, MasterCut, Cub Cadet
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket
All of the information in this push nut replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, MasterCut, Cub Cadet
Tools used: 1/2” socket, 3/8” socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the auger drive linkage push nut 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
Now use the 3/8th inch socket to remove the bolt securing the idler pulley to detach the auger drive linkage and push nut if still intact.
6
With the bearing side facing in, reposition the pulley and bushing then thread the mounting bolt through the bushing and tighten.
7
Now realign the auger drive linkage on the bolt.
8
You can now take the new push nut and slide it onto the bolt to secure the linkage.
9
Reposition the belt cover and replace the bolts to secure.
10
With the repair completed reinsert the ignition key and your snow blower should be ready for use.
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