Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

Hi Guys,

I wanted to get some opinions on a repower idea that I've been toying with.  I have an MTD/Yard Machines 5hp/22" 2 stage snowblower that is about 6 years old.  Several times in the past few years I've thought that it was a bit underpowered.  The past snowstorm we had in Central PA (4" of snow followed by probably an inch or more of rain - causing a very heavy slushy mess) was my tipping point.   I am looking at replacing the 5HP Tecumseh HSSK engine with something in the 7-10 HP range.  Has anybody done this sort of swap before?  I am assuming I may need a few new pulleys and different length belts - but I am not anticipating more modifications than that.   Am I nuts?   Should I just sell the machine and pick up a used 8hp machine?   What are your thoughts?

Thanks

Eric