Snowblower Impeller Upgrade

[1957Buck]

Posted how my Troybuilt would not work with Wet snow ( bigfish525 ) suggested a Fix with an Impeller Repair Kit. I found it on Amazon and the How Too on Facebook --How to install an Impeller Kit on a Snow Blower -- You can Buy the Kit or gather what you need. A video shows how it makes a BIG improvement. 

Why Troy Built or any other Manufacture would not have this improvement to close the 3/8 gap between Impeller and housing is beyond common sense.    

The Kit on Amazon is $58.88

Separate Item Just the Wiper EACH is $3.56 

Have to shop Lowes to see what materials I can find 4 a DIY.

Edited March 15, 2017 by 1957Buck

[bigfish525]

I think the reason why they have that big gap is in case you suck something up into the impellor so you will not ruin the transmission. Probably looking to limit warranty problems. But by doing so they severely handicap the machine. Once you install the up date you will have a new machine.

[1957Buck]

I think the reason why they have that big gap is in case you suck something up into the impellor so you will not ruin the transmission. Probably looking to limit warranty problems. But by doing so they severely handicap the machine. Once you install the up date you will have a new machine.

 

Thanks Again Never came to me to gain access thru the chute to install I saw that on that facebook page. 

[stratocaster]

did you try it yet?

[bigfish525]

I had it on my snow blower for years, surprised it took this long to be put on market. Old guy trick. Works great especially in wet snow.

[1957Buck]

Did not try it yet. No heat in Garage and will make a trip to lowes in the morning to see what I can get for the wipers,

 bigfish

 What and where did you use and get the wiper materials. I am thinking at least 3/16 to 1/4 Thick rubber Vidio mentioned old Mud Flap?

Did u ever have to replace them? 

[megavites]

I bought the kit from the guy in Canada. Works great. Only installed two and she throws slush like nobody's business.

[gobblergetter]

I am guessing that the gap is to prevent freeze ups in the event that the machine set idol for a length of time.

My sister keeps her machine outside and if it is not cleaned well after use....the impellers will freeze to the chute

[tjfslaughter]

I also think that this would cause the belts to wear a little quicker with the added work load.  I might give this a try but will keep spare belts on hand.

[DeplorableDan]

They leave the gap because over time the bearings wear out and the impeller rotates out of wack, and this prevents metal to metal contact

[Tarhunt]

I'll be picking the kit up.

[1957Buck]

After hearing some posters with the whys and reasons I called Trot Built at 601-826-7700 Spoke to Service Dept. The short of it The kit is a bad idea. The Answers were it is designed to throw Snow Not Slush the gap is Normal. 

By installing the Kit will put extra strain on Engin, And Unbalance the Impeller resulting in Bearing failures. The Rep. was well aware of the kit and handled many issues concerning it.  He also added Slush alone puts undue stress on the engine And added it is a Snow Blower Not a Slush Blower.  

To put one on is a choice to make right now I will hold off.  

As to any members that have done it, I ask How long have you had it.  And how long do you intend to Keep The Blower????????????nd

Edited March 16, 2017 by 1957Buck

[bigfish525]

They sell the kits on eBay. The gap is for what I have explained. If your bearing wore out like that the machine would blow up. When you first install wiper it will be a little tight but they will wear to the right clearance. I have not experienced any abnormal wear on belts. Just be careful what is left on driveway as you don't want that to get stuck in your new set up. Spraying a little oil on the rubber to break in is a good idea.1/4 is a good thickness. This moderation will shock you. Be careful with your measurements as the housing's are not completely round, so set the wiper to the tightest part of housing.

[bigfish525]

Maybe the rep can help you shovel.LOLSeriously they are just trying to protect their warranties. I have used them for 20 years.

[Psehunter]

Seems to me that something like this in heavy snow is going to cost you a belt pretty fast so I would keep a few on hand at home....I thinks the belts going to slip with too much weight

Edited March 16, 2017 by Psehunter