Snowblower articles
These snowblower articles and how-to videos from Sears PartsDirect can help you use your snowblower effectively and safely. From how to troubleshoot why your snowblower won't start or blow snow to how to adjust skid shoes or change the oil, we have the advice and tips to help you keep your equipment running for years. For more DIY advice, check out our snowblower repair help section for troubleshooting guidance and step-by-step repair instructions.
Effective articles & videos to help repair your gas snowblowers
See how to replace the auger belt and ground drive belt on a snowblower at the same time.…
Find answers to questions many people ask about snowblowers.…
Learn how to operate the drive control on your snowblower. Engaging the drive allows you to move forward and in reverse.…
Learn how to replace a worn skid shoe on a snowblower, before the shave plate can be damaged.…
Learn how to start a snowblower engine, whether it has a pull starter or electric starter.…
This video shows how to adjust a snowblower's auger control.…
Learn how to tighten a snowblower drive control if the drive slips or doesn't engage, and how to loosen it if the snowbl…
This short video shows how to lubricate a snowblower drive hex shaft.…
Find easy DIY tips to fix your snowblower when it won't start…
Learn how to set up and use drift cutters on your snowblower or snow thrower.…
See how to check the spark plug for spark, to make sure it's clean and correctly gapped.…
Learn the steps to take to adjust and maintain your snowblower so it lasts longer.…
This chart will help you find the right carburetor for your Craftsman snowblower, tiller or log splitter.…
This chart can help you find the right carburetor kit for your Craftsman snowblower, tiller or log splitter. …
Learn how to replace the chute control assembly and gearbox if the chute on your snowblower won't turn.…
Symptoms for gas snowblowers
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Main causes: punctured tire, damaged rim…
Main causes: stale gas, clogged carburetor, clogged or broken fuel line, dirty spark plug, bad rewind starter, incorrect…
Main causes: loose drive clutch cable, damaged drive clutch cable, worn friction disc, scraper blade scraping the ground…
Main causes: clogged chute, snow build-up in auger housing, broken auger shear pins, auger drive belt needs adjustment, …
Main causes: dirty carburetor, clogged fuel filter, dirty spark plug, incorrect valve lash, leaky engine gaskets…
Main causes: snow build-up in chute, chute drive mechanism failure, bad chute control assembly…
Main causes: broken shear pins, worn or loose auger drive belt, auger drive cable failure, damaged auger, bad gear case…
Main causes: dirty carburetor, stale fuel…
Main causes: clogged chute, damaged auger blades, broken shear pins, worn auger belt, damaged gear case, engine problems…
Repair guides for gas snowblowers
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your snowblower.
How to replace snowblower skid shoes
To prevent damage to your snowblower auger, replace the skid shoes when both sides of the shoe are worn. It's an easy re…
How to replace a snowblower auger drive cable
A loose or snapped auger drive cable can prevent the auger from rotating. Follow this step-by-step guide to replace the …
How to replace a snowblower electric starter
Replace the electric starter on your snowblower if it doesn't work.…