[darkexphos]

Hi I thought I would upload my progress on fixing the Model: 1948 Snowblower I picked up for my Iseki made G154. It was sitting outside in the dirt for at least 15 years before I got it. It was surprising to see that the gearbox and auger were still free! The best part was I basically got the blower for free, the guy I got it from gave it to me for doing some work for him. I will add progress to this thread as I go.

The first thing I did when I got it home is removed the chute rotation motor and chute deflector motor. Then I sprayed down the "Screw" that angles the deflector with PB Blaster and got that loosened up.

 

[blackjackjakexxix]

Those are massive blowers,hard to belive they were also used on the large frames,they will blow some snow,one thing about it,that tractor was made for it,good luck with it

 

[boyscout862]

That should be a very nice setup when you are done. One tip, a cab will make it alot less painfull in a blowing wind. Good Luck, Rick

 

[darkexphos]

The next thing I did was put some power to the motors to see if either would work. Both didn't. Go figure. I started to take the motors apart and found some negative results. The plastic gears on both motors were striped out and were no longer any good. Here's a photo.

 

[darkexphos]

That should be a very nice setup when you are done. One tip, a cab will make it alot less painfull in a blowing wind. Good Luck, Rick

The previous owner of the both the tractor and blower is a retired Bolens dealer and says he has a snow cab somewhere he just has to find it.

 

[darkexphos]

Those are massive blowers,hard to believe they were also used on the large frames,they will blow some snow,one thing about it,that tractor was made for it,good luck with it

Ha ha that's what I said when I first saw it. IT'S HUGE! Hard to believe they made a bigger model.

Thanks!

 

[darkexphos]

Ok does anyone have any Ideas on what to do about the motor situation? The motors themselves are no good anyway and they are past the point of being rebuilt. I can't seem to find a replacement online, I think I will call Sam's Bolens sometime this week and see what they can come up with.

 

[Bill 76]

I that a propane powered MM hiding in the background.

 

[darkexphos]

I that a propane powered MM hiding in the background.

Yes it is, it's UB. My dad bought that this spring for tractor pulling. I don't know the exact specs but the engine is definitely modified.

 

[darkexphos]

Hi I thought I would upload my progress on fixing the Model: 1948 Snowblower I picked up for my Iseki made G154. It was sitting outside in the dirt for at least 15 years before I got it. It was surprising to see that the gearbox and auger were still free! The best part was I basically got the blower for free, the guy I got it from gave it to me for doing some work for him. I will add progress to this thread as I go.

The first thing I did when I got it home is removed the chute rotation motor and chute deflector motor. Then I sprayed down the "Screw" that angles the deflector with PB Blaster and got that loosened up.

Here's a close up of the "Screw"

 

[darkexphos]

Here's underneath the chute. Does anyone know where I can get those white plastic pieces I can't find them for sale either.

 

[boyscout862]

Ok does anyone have any Ideas on what to do about the motor situation? The motors themselves are no good anyway and they are past the point of being rebuilt. I can't seem to find a replacement online, I think I will call Sam's Bolens sometime this week and see what they can come up with.

I've seen electric window motors fabricated to work. Maybe you can match them to an 80s Japanese car? Get that cab too. Good Luck, Rick

 

[darkexphos]

I've seen electric window motors fabricated to work. Maybe you can match them to an 80s Japanese car? Get that cab too. Good Luck, Rick

I would have to have a 12 tooth gear fabricated to put on the motor then but that could work.

Thanks

 

[glgrumpy]

Someone beat me to the MM asking! LP, cool! Should be clean engine running on that. Nice! I had several MM's, but now only have an old R, need wheels if you know of any?

 

[CanadianHobbyFarmer]

Ok does anyone have any Ideas on what to do about the motor situation? The motors themselves are no good anyway and they are past the point of being rebuilt. I can't seem to find a replacement online, I think I will call Sam's Bolens sometime this week and see what they can come up with.

If you aren't concerned about keeping it original looking, you could probably modify it to work with linear actuators. They are electric, but function sort of like a hydraulic cylinder . Princess Auto has them for reasonable prices so Harbor Freight likely does too.

Jim

 

[darkexphos]

Someone beat me to the MM asking! LP, cool! Should be clean engine running on that. Nice! I had several MM's, but now only have an old R, need wheels if you know of any?

Thanks! I don't know of any wheels but my dad might know if there's any around. Whats the tractor set as your profile pic? A economy tractor?

 

[darkexphos]

If you aren't concerned about keeping it original looking, you could probably modify it to work with linear actuators. They are electric, but function sort of like a hydraulic cylinder . Princess Auto has them for reasonable prices so Harbor Freight likely does too.

Jim

I have experience with linear actuators. I outfitted my Haban Sickle mower with one this spring. Lifting it up and down all the time gets tired on the arm. I have had good experience with Firgelli Automation for linear actuators. I was thinking of using linear actuator for the deflector but i'm still not sure what to use for the rotation. :thumbs:

 

[blackjackjakexxix]

Here's underneath the chute. Does anyone know where I can get those white plastic pieces I can't find them for sale either.

Let me see I can find a part number for them,I may have them

 

[darkexphos]

Let me see I can find a part number for them,I may have them

I have a part number it's 1725235 it is referred to as a "Chute Guide". I only need

2 of them for the time being.

Thanks for the help,

Jason

 

[Rainier]

That thing is a beast! As far as the electric I'm not sure. I would think a good shop might be able to rebuild them? And the plastic pieces. If you can't find them you might think of making them your self? Some UHMW plastics would work great.