Introduction
Snowblower belts start to wear out after 5 to 7 years, and should be replaced. You can save money by doing the job yourself. Here's an overview of the procedure.Winter means clearing snow off the driveways and sidewalks. Sure, it’s not the most enjoyable part of the season, but it is necessary to keep those areas clear. If your space is small enough, you can probably clear it off with a snow shovel, but if you have a lot of ground to cover, or if you live in a place where it snows regularly, the best option might be to use a snow blower.
A snow blower makes snow removal easier, especially if you took the time to winterize your driveway and sidewalks. But having one, like any piece of outdoor power equipment, requires a little maintenance from time to time to optimize its performance and keep it running for a long time.
If you haven’t changed the belts on your two-stage snow blower since the day you bought it, do it now. Factory belts typically last about five to seven years, depending on how hard you work your snow blower each year.
Don’t even think about replacing them with V-belts from the auto parts store. Even though they’re cheaper, you’ll barely get one season out of them—they’re just not heavy-duty enough. Get genuine factory belts from the dealer or online. You’ll need your snow blower’s make and model number and the engine brand and model number.
The belt removal/replacement procedures are different for each make and model, so refer to your owner’s manual. If you don’t have yours, try downloading a copy from the manufacturer’s website.
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