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

Quick question... As I have an older Bolens snowblower, I am unable to find any literature about lubricants. It's an Artic 70/75 and seems to be built like a tank. I've looked through this forum, and other online resources and am unable to come up with a "standard" for auger gear lube.

Given the question "what should I use in my housing?", and given that it's old, it leaks, and I have one shot at success, what should I put in my auger housing to keep it from turning to metal filings? It's full of marine grade grease now, but I'll gladly warm it up with a torch, drain it and put something else in it.

Any input is appreciated!

Thanks

John

When grease goes in, air must come out.  It's normal for grease to escape past seals and other available openings.  That's how you know you've gotten sufficient grease to the required area.  You should be alright.