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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Found the correct manual. Will read tonight and get things figured out, hopefully.
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    Just picked up a used 1051 for my 1880. Was hoping Landpride made the skid shoes with a few more notches to raise it up a bit more. Have...
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Think I found a manual. There are 2 versions based on the serial number. Will go look for that tomorrow, then download the right one...
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    So how do you cut it? Hack saw? Do you do like 1 inch at a time until it fits when raised all the way? My 1st time dealing with this so...
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    Used my 1880 to go get a snow blower. Wanted to make sure everything fitted and worked. Bet it won't hardly snow this season.
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Brought it home this morning. No manual so need to find one. He let it sit out back for almost 2 years. Just finished greasing it up...
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    Bearcatrp reacted to nbryan's post in the thread Snow blower question with Like Like.
    As mentioned, per my blower manual, I use winter grade chainsaw bar oil. Spec is to apply every 4 hours operation, which I regard as a...
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    Bearcatrp reacted to nbryan's post in the thread Snow blower question with Like Like.
    Being so new, after some solid workouts check the drive chain slack is per spec. Get 1/2 dozen each Drive Shaft shearbolts and Driveline...
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Silicone work? Used that stuff on my walk behind years ago.
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Only for the limp folks :eek:
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Its practically new. Used once according to him. Will go over everything if I get it.
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    Bearcatrp reacted to torch's post in the thread Snow blower question with Like Like.
    What he said. I would add: use chain-specific lubricant on any drive-chain. And after many years of use, you may need to replace the...
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    Bearcatrp reacted to nbryan's post in the thread Snow blower question with Like Like.
    Check all bolts for tightness. Also, my B2782B front mount blower's reduction gear bearings set screws tend to loosen. Check bearings...
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Is maintenance a PITA on these snow blowers? I know when I had my walk behind, wasn't much to do but change the oil on the engine. Also...
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    Bearcatrp replied to the thread Snow blower question.
    Yes it is. Looked at it today. Need to take my tractor over to his place to see if it will fit on my quick attach on my 3 point...