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

I have a Toro Power Throw 522 2-stage snow blower and got a big rock stuck in the auger yesterday.  I got the rock out but now the auger won't turn.  I was hoping I could just replace a shear pin, but it's my understanding that Toro's don't have shear pins? When I turn the vertical auger by hand the horizontal auger turns.  Any suggestions?  It's brand new and I've only used it twice!

Thanks for the tips...I'll have a look at the belt this weekend.  It might have to be in my kitchen!

I dont know much about Toros, but I picked up a 2 stage blower this fall. had the same problem. The worm gear in the gear box was chewed up, almsot every tooth was sheared off. If the belt is fine, i would suspect this if your blower has one. It can be a pita to fix if your blowers rusty. Good luck, dave