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

My snowblower was groaning something awful when engaging the blower unit.  I found a new  bearing that matches the one that wore out. Now I need to get the old bearing off the shaft. 
The bearing would slide right off if it is was not for  this small rectangular  metal key that slides into a slot on the shaft. Anyone ever deal with one of these?. Do I need a special tool? I have a Harbor Freight nearby with all sorts of strange inexpensive tools.  If only I knew what to look for.   If I ever do get the key out, how will I get it back in ?

Is the metal key a "one use"  type of device. So I'll need to find a replacement? Maybe this is whey the bearing was never replaced sooner.  Sorry for so many questions. 

It's just a tight fit, sometimes not so tight.  No slots or taper or anything.  If it doesn't move
easily there might be some rust but it shouldn't be that hard to remove.  I doubt you'll damage
it very much getting it out.

To re-install just tap it in on the side, not from the end.  Put some grease on it
so it'll be easier next time.

Paul

pvrp wrote: Thanks, I think I get it now. 

Is this the Yamaha?

Friiy

If you loose it you can get new ones at a Lawn and Garden centre. They charge a buck or two to cut a piece of the bar stock or you can get a bar and cut your own for less then $10. To cut it you just score one side of the bar and bend it. You can also use a dremel cutoff wheel.