Has anyone actually had one of these Stens pins do what it is supposed to do and shear when the auger was obstructed?
1165874
I replaced the OEM Aries shear pins with these. All of the dimensions of the pins were the same when measured. Since replacing I haven't sheared one. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1165875
Yes, they worked properly, don't worry and you can buy them at the right price. I go through at least 2 pins per snow storm because of my driveway conditions
1165876
Yes, they work as designed and break when the blades on the snow blower are unable to turn.
1165877
Yup! Purchased a quantity several years ago after getting tired of paying the retail for one at a time. Been using these since. No snow this fall/winter so far that needed heavy equipment. Last year, lost one pin to a buried newspaper bundle and another to a fallen thick branch.
1165878
Yes - the shear pin does indeed shear on an obstacle causing the augur ot ostall or seize.I purchased these shear pins for an Ariens Model 924116 #1028 [note Ariens uses two different "model numbers" to describe the same machine. Apparently the following machines are similarly manufactured:924117 - 1024924300 - 1024924505 - 1332924506 - 1336924508 - 1128The pin may fit other models but you need to verify the size: 2-1/8" long; 5/16" shank
1165879
Yes. My Ariens snow blower ate a brick. Both shear pins 'sheared' off with no damage to the auger or discharge blades. There is an excellent short video on YouTube explaining how to replace broken shear pins.
1297405
I have not used mine in about 1yr as I finished that project. I do recall that the coupling at the top of the auger is pipe threaded. so to extend it you would need a piece of iron pipe threaded with a coupler. Seymour may offer a kit but I am not sure about that.
1856962
I used this tool to change a couple of different 530 chains. I did grind one side of the pins off before I pushed them out. They were not DID chains but stock chains, but it should not make a difference.
997948
I think you just remove the belt cover which is directly in front of the auger housing and only 2 bolts.Remeber to align the engagement pully that guides the the auger cable and the tensioner pulley goes outside of the belt so when you pull the engager handle the pulley comes down and puts pressure on the belt from the outside of the belt and of course line up your belt.I had the entire auger assembly off mine so I am quite familiar with it and had to disconnect the belt as part of what I did.
1297408
Buy a couple lengths of black pipe (threaded) on both sides, a coupler to connect them and connect it to the auger. Works well.-Bob
506214
More than likely after 2005 the MTD, Craftsman and Troy Bilt are all cousins. The shear pins I received did not have the cotter pin style retainer as shown in the photo. The retainer clip was a press in style that was much easier to use in the cold. Pin Size is 1/4" x 1.75"I found a 10 pack on eBay for about this price second go around!
595722
The auger is all part of the lower pole. You would have to saw the auger off but I would no recommend it.
1967911
This is not a heavy duty auger - think of it as a motorized version of a post-hole shovel. It might work, with a sharpened blade, and a hose/nozzle attachment.
710573
Maybe, there were two augers for the model not interchangeable, I had to return the first one. The second one works great
456686
I've found two that work. I'm pretty stoked! I'm getting out a Sharpie to mark those bad boys! You have to either remove the plastic thingie on the plunge base or get one longer screw to make it work. I haven't broken anything, but one of the holes is not backed by metal - be careful not to over tighten it because you will break the jig. The other hole is backed by a metal shelf - you can be a bit more aggressive with it. It also seems to work with the smaller Jasper 400 jig.
1989257
I would contact the manufacturer and ask them about it - my best guess is the blades aren't sharp enough - they should be razor sharp. The only time we've had trouble cutting holes is if we leave it sitting outside wet, and the blades freeze and have a layer of ice on them (but this will be an issue with any auger out there).
122775
I'm assuming that the part that was loose was the main head that holds the shears. I have looked atone and can't see how that would bind up the shears. So contact Pactool on that. The shears themselves I would say back out a 1/4 turn and try that, if that frees up the problem all is good. If your afraid of it coming loose again, remove bolt and put a drop of blue Lock Tite on threads and reinstall. Don't use Red as it sets really hard and takes a heat gun ta remove. The nice thing bout Pactool is the replaceable shears.
1594769
I live in a very rocky / clay soil area, a dam broke and washed away the soil a long time ago. So, if you have a lot of rocks and a clay soil - you will be going through a lot of shear pins!!! They are pretty cheap so... The tiller itself has been a champ.
1070315
Have you tried a hammer and an awl? That's usually how I pop out pesky pins
1258098
I have had mixed results with mine. Some times it will remove the lugnuts and some times I need to break them free and then I'll move over to the impact wrench to spin them off. If you are expecting it to remove them every time I would not bet on it. (I don't use to it to put on lugnuts, I tighten to spec with a torque wrench.)
928907
We have not owned for a while but if I remember correctly, with the unit unplugged, firmly grasp the hub portion only that the blade is attached to, wiggle slightly while pulling up on the hub. If it has never been off it may be stuck. I advise caution. If the hub breaks loose quickly it could cause injury to things or persons in the immediate proximity. The best course of action is to consult the manual or call Oster directly.
1989256
We never had that problem. Very sharp blades. Make sure you are pressing straight down on the auger. We bought replacement blades as a precaution, but were lucky to find a reputable blade-sharpening business in our town.