Another enjoyable learning experience, JD! Thanks for many laughs in one video! I wish I lived close enough to drop in (if allowed, of course!) once in a while to lend a hand and learn firsthand. I scored a freebie like-new smaller snowblower last year but haven't even had a chance to look at it, much less make sure it's running correctly and then list it (next Winter!). Just getting finished with my 2nd generator ever and if the person who requested it decides to pass I'll be listing it - my first listing in a long time. Hopefully I can go through more of my curb finds and donations and get them listed as well.
Fantastic video. Don't own a Ariens yet but my neighbor has a 2 yo Ariens and he was super appreciative when I showed him how to lube the axle and hubs. Already rusted and tough to get off. Thanks for the video.
Great video. Curious as to why marine grease instead of anti seize? Does it keep moisture off the shaft better? BTW it was 6 turns bit who's counting...
Both will work in certain situations. But anti seize is not really a lubricant compared to grease and I’ve found it gets gummy after a year or so. On snowblowers where the rim is fixed to the shaft anti-is the perfect thing to use, but in this instance, where the rim needs to spin freely on the shaft, Marine is the way to go. Especially when it comes to the auto turn differentials.
@@LazyGrandpasGarage i’ve really become a fan of it in the last few years, the stuff I use is good for 0°F to 250°F and in Massachusetts. We never get close to that. And to answer your question from earlier I do believe it does a better job of keeping moisture out, especially during the wet slushy stuff👍🏻
@@hester781 I haven't used that yet - still working off my last pump tube of all purpose grease, but having worked in the marine industry for 20 years I can say that anything developed for use in salt water has to be superior to land-based products. Salt will destroy almost anything it touches if left for any length of time. Since we're using our snowblowers in an environment where salt treatment is common, using marine grease makes perfect sense. Heck, wipe it on valve covers like that one! ;-)
What would cause the pilot jet to need drilling? I know it’s common to drill them, but I don’t know what causes them to need it. After all, it’s not a moving part, and there would be no mechanical wear (?). Thanks…I’m just trying to learn.
From the factory, they are set way too lean to meet emissions standards. I’ve seen them where they will surge even brand new. It’s almost always necessary to open them up at least one size in my experience.
@@hester781 I've suspected that if they run OK from the factory but develop a surge after a while it's corrosion buildup inside the emulsion tube or jets and a good cleaning will solve that issue. I haven't actually been able to prove this yet, so I'm still waiting for a fairly new surging engine to test my theory. :)
@@Rein_Ciarfellaif the motor is surging at high idle under no load it’s generally a problem in the pilot/idle circuit. Sometimes a carb clean will fix it but I’d say 7 out of 10 times the pilot needs to be drilled out. If the surge goes away under load then that confirms it’s the idle/pilot circuit
And who wants to constantly wrestle and manhandle their machine when it keeps jerking left and right every time you hit an uneven spot in the driveway? Not saying it doesn't work great for some people/situations, just saying its a flawed system overall and I'm not the only person who thinks that 🤷🏻♂️
I rebuilt the carburetor on my Ariens AX snowblower. Now it’s revving out of control. The engine also runs without the safety key installed. Any idea what this could be?
Sounds like you have two issues going on at once. Check the throttle linkage from the carburetor to the governor and make sure it moves freely. Next check the wires on your safety switch to make sure they are plugged in both on the switch side and the engine/coil side. The Killswitch wire should go from the engine block up to the Killswitch out of the Killswitch and then to the ignition coil
Nice work. I am working on one of these for a neighbor. Fuel tank completely rusted out due to a cracked fuel cap. FYI if you ever order a new tank from Ariens for this model, it ships with fuel shut off valve.. which drawings dont indicate. I broke one trying to get the steel cover off.
We bought a Compact 22 for "$100 if you can get it started" (free if we couldn't). This video took us from not starting at all to running perfectly! ...of course it probably won't snow now 😄
Free is always such a great deal :))) . I'm looking at a Toro 828 in mint shape, older gentleman selling it maybe used 4-6 times. But not free, lol. I'm going to try for $600 Canadian, he want much more for it.
Great video Hester. I cringed when you started pulling on the wire connections with the pliers. I did the exact same thing and tore up the connection. There's a super small lock on each wire to depress to pull the wire. My problem now is a stuck float that's allowing gas to overflow the carb. Should be an easy fix.
Another enjoyable learning experience, JD! Thanks for many laughs in one video! I wish I lived close enough to drop in (if allowed, of course!) once in a while to lend a hand and learn firsthand.
I scored a freebie like-new smaller snowblower last year but haven't even had a chance to look at it, much less make sure it's running correctly and then list it (next Winter!). Just getting finished with my 2nd generator ever and if the person who requested it decides to pass I'll be listing it - my first listing in a long time. Hopefully I can go through more of my curb finds and donations and get them listed as well.
Thank you. And hey, If you’re ever going to be in the area shoot me an email 👍🏻I’m usually always around
“We do it right because we do it twice” 😂😂😂😂👍
Gotta take it on the chin and keep moving forward😂😂
I was gonna post that very line. What a great motto, It's one of the best I've heard in a long time and fits me perfectly!❤
Fantastic video. Don't own a Ariens yet but my neighbor has a 2 yo Ariens and he was super appreciative when I showed him how to lube the axle and hubs. Already rusted and tough to get off. Thanks for the video.
It's crazy how quick things can rust, especially here in New England
Great video. Curious as to why marine grease instead of anti seize? Does it keep moisture off the shaft better?
BTW it was 6 turns bit who's counting...
Both will work in certain situations. But anti seize is not really a lubricant compared to grease and I’ve found it gets gummy after a year or so. On snowblowers where the rim is fixed to the shaft anti-is the perfect thing to use, but in this instance, where the rim needs to spin freely on the shaft, Marine is the way to go. Especially when it comes to the auto turn differentials.
@@hester781 I may have to invest in marine grease and give it a try in our Minnesota winter.
@@LazyGrandpasGarage i’ve really become a fan of it in the last few years, the stuff I use is good for 0°F to 250°F and in Massachusetts. We never get close to that. And to answer your question from earlier I do believe it does a better job of keeping moisture out, especially during the wet slushy stuff👍🏻
@@hester781 I haven't used that yet - still working off my last pump tube of all purpose grease, but having worked in the marine industry for 20 years I can say that anything developed for use in salt water has to be superior to land-based products. Salt will destroy almost anything it touches if left for any length of time. Since we're using our snowblowers in an environment where salt treatment is common, using marine grease makes perfect sense. Heck, wipe it on valve covers like that one! ;-)
@@Rein_Ciarfellait’s great stuff especially for equipment used in wet/salty environments
Great video man I have the same machine, learned alot!
Thank you 👍🏻
What would cause the pilot jet to need drilling? I know it’s common to drill them, but I don’t know what causes them to need it. After all, it’s not a moving part, and there would be no mechanical wear (?). Thanks…I’m just trying to learn.
From the factory, they are set way too lean to meet emissions standards. I’ve seen them where they will surge even brand new. It’s almost always necessary to open them up at least one size in my experience.
Thank you for the response
@@goofe.washington953 anytime 👍🏻
@@hester781 I've suspected that if they run OK from the factory but develop a surge after a while it's corrosion buildup inside the emulsion tube or jets and a good cleaning will solve that issue. I haven't actually been able to prove this yet, so I'm still waiting for a fairly new surging engine to test my theory. :)
@@Rein_Ciarfellaif the motor is surging at high idle under no load it’s generally a problem in the pilot/idle circuit. Sometimes a carb clean will fix it but I’d say 7 out of 10 times the pilot needs to be drilled out. If the surge goes away under load then that confirms it’s the idle/pilot circuit
Bought it because of the auto turn.
400ft stone driveway on an incline.works perfect.who wants to slug a heavy machine to turn it.work smart,not hard😊
And who wants to constantly wrestle and manhandle their machine when it keeps jerking left and right every time you hit an uneven spot in the driveway? Not saying it doesn't work great for some people/situations, just saying its a flawed system overall and I'm not the only person who thinks that 🤷🏻♂️
I rebuilt the carburetor on my Ariens AX snowblower. Now it’s revving out of control. The engine also runs without the safety key installed. Any idea what this could be?
Sounds like you have two issues going on at once. Check the throttle linkage from the carburetor to the governor and make sure it moves freely. Next check the wires on your safety switch to make sure they are plugged in both on the switch side and the engine/coil side. The Killswitch wire should go from the engine block up to the Killswitch out of the Killswitch and then to the ignition coil
Nice work. I am working on one of these for a neighbor. Fuel tank completely rusted out due to a cracked fuel cap. FYI if you ever order a new tank from Ariens for this model, it ships with fuel shut off valve.. which drawings dont indicate. I broke one trying to get the steel cover off.
Good to know! Thanks 👍🏻
Nicely done, thank you.
Thank you! 👍🏻
We bought a Compact 22 for "$100 if you can get it started" (free if we couldn't). This video took us from not starting at all to running perfectly!
...of course it probably won't snow now 😄
Lol that's always the way of it! But still a great deal! 👍🏻
Free is always such a great deal :))) .
I'm looking at a Toro 828 in mint shape, older gentleman selling it maybe used 4-6 times. But not free, lol. I'm going to try for $600 Canadian, he want much more for it.
You should be able to talk him down a little bit! 👍🏻
Thank you; Nice detail in your video. Can you suggest a source for those o-rings CL-1242P’s?
Thank you! I buy mine in bulk on eBay
Great video. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏻
How to change the spark plug in the 28 D 7:30am
Are you asking how to remove the plug on this motor?
Thank you
You're welcome 👍🏻
Great video Hester. I cringed when you started pulling on the wire connections with the pliers. I did the exact same thing and tore up the connection. There's a super small lock on each wire to depress to pull the wire. My problem now is a stuck float that's allowing gas to overflow the carb.
Should be an easy fix.
Yeah those connections are a pain sometimes, glad I wasn't the only one! The float should be an easy fix, just don't force it. 👍🏻
I would have liked to see the gasket orientation as you reinstalled the carb.
Bargain!
Agreed 👍🏻