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Does anyone know where I might find an Auger Assembly for Honda HS521A ? A new replacement assembly costs $405.00. This machine runs perfectly and I would really like to hang on to it, but I can probably buy a new machine for not much more than the cost of the auger.

I recently ran into the same problem with my 7-year-old Simplicity single stage (520E).  Only in my case the auger was only $160.  Still I didn't think it was worth fixing (it needed a few other things) and decided to go for one of the new Toro Power Clear models, specifically the 221QE.  I read reviews and discussions about the various single stage models and there were some who really liked the Honda.  But now you can see the negative side of Honda--the cost to replace parts and repair them.  I've never heard of an auger breaking on a Toro, but even if it did, the entire cost of the parts comes to about $65.  And it's made up of removable components, so the likelihood is that you'd get by with replacing less than the whole unit. 

The Honda and most of the others have the rubber riveted to a metal auger.  The auger can rust over the years and possibly break and when the rubber needs replacing, you have to bring it in and deal with the service cost.  Of course, if you've gleaned 18 years from the Honda that's still a tribute to their quality.  But the Toro design is simple genius.  Each of the two paddles is $15 and you can replace it yourself.  They last for three years.   That and all the rave reviews over the years about Toros is what convinced me to buy one.  And now, depending on where you're located, it might be a good time to buy one.  Here in Philly it was a nothing winter so dealers are stuck with plenty of leftovers.  I got one for 20% off.  Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

I might add, this is a good place to find parts at better prices.  The Honda auger there is $20 less.

http://www.jackssmallengines.com/searchdb2.cfm

Are you sure  that you  need the whole asembly or simply parts for it?/
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Auger (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		72401-747-405 $405.24
Auger Bearing (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		90201-730-003 $15.96
Blower Paddle (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		72521-747-000 $10.54
Auger Paddle, Right (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		72522-747-000 $16.90
Auger Paddle, Left (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		72523-747-000 $16.58
Auger Bearing (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		90201-730-003 $15.96
Scraper Blade (Usually ships in 3-6 days)		76322-747-000 $26.34
Carburetor (Usually ships in 3-6 days)	-	16100-ZE1-P33 Discontinued
Carburetor Needle Valve		16011-ZE0-005 $18.42
Carburetor Float Set		16013-ZE0-005 $18.46
Carburetor O-Ring Set (5 pc., Usually ships in 3-6 days)		16010-ZE1-P31 $14.32
Governor Spring		16561-ZE1-020 $3.36
Throttle Return Spring		16562-ZE1-020 $2.44
Governor Rod		16555-ZE1-000 $2.98
Ignition Coil		30500-ZE1-063 $55.80
Spark Plug Cap		30700-ZE1-013 $14.10
Oil Seal (PTO End)		91201-Z0T-801 $5.78
Oil Seal (Starter End)		91201-Z0T-801 $5.78
Gasket Set (Usually ships in 3-6 days)	-	06111-ZE1-405 $29.16
Carb. Insulator Gasket	-	16223-ZE1-800 $2.14
Carburetor Gasket

Solara great job!

Yes! The axle that all the paddles rivet to snapped.

wow. how about a weld and a sleeve?

Very old post but has anyone found a viable solution for this problem? I've got a lovely HS621 that needs an auger?

What condition are the rubber paddles?  If they are worn and need replacement, a complete set of rubber is about $100.  Something to consider.

There is a store on ebay that sells complete new metal auger assembly with new rubber paddles and screws / lock nuts for about $250.  Just look up HS621 auger.  Not sure if you are willing to spend that much.   But considering it has full set of rubber installed, the auger itself (brand new) is essentially $150.

The HS621 is a well built machine.  The engine lasts forever so usually the things that go bad is the auger assembly and side bucket panels.   You may get lucky and find an auger savaged from a non-running snowblower.  But because the age of this model, most of the time, the auger is pretty bent up and the rubber are worn out bad.

Good luck.

jrtrebor wrote:

Wow! $260+$10 for a new auger assembly. I used to have a very soft spot for HS621. However, the rubbers on HS520 wear out so fast on my concrete driveway only after two seasons so I am glad I did not chase down a HS621. Changing rubbers on HS621 (similar to HS35) is not as easy as HS520. I am sure HS621 will last 20-30 years but there are so many gooder and newer SS models out there to choose from.

Hey solara great post. Would you mind stating where you pulled the prices for those parts from? Thanks ahead of time. Looking for a good source for wholesale parts.