Abby’s Guide > Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) > Discussions > Single Stage Belts
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borat
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Re: Single Stage Belts
Reply #8 Jan 26, 2011 1:44 pm |
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This Craftsman is one of the underdog models. They are frequently sold on Craigslist at modest prices. I've seen videos of them working, it doesn't have the longest throw distance, but they move decent volume of snow. See that piece of string from the handle going into the housing? Pull that string and throwing distance is increased three fold. It's amazing to see what that thing will do at 6000+ rpms. By the way, I bought that one used real cheap. I'm still waiting for the Toro lady to drop her ridiculous price to something more reasonable. Then I'll scoop it up. In the meantime, I'll be having fun with the Craftsman. If it lets go, it won't be much of a loss. I bought it more for something to play with than actually depend on it for serious snow removal. However, it's been so impressive that I haven't had the Simplicity out in weeks.
This message was modified Jan 26, 2011 by borat
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fleetfoot
Joined: Jan 23, 2011
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Re: Single Stage Belts
Reply #12 Jan 26, 2011 2:57 pm |
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I have a similar vintage John Deere TRS21 which was also built by Murray. The engine is a Tecumseh HSK850. It looks like you have the original black rivets on the impeller which means you have the original paddle rubber. For better throwing performance you may want to replace the paddle rubber. Problem areas include the hose from the primer bulb to the carburetor (hardens and cracks over time) and muffler bolts loosen over time.
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aa335
Joined: Nov 29, 2008
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Re: Single Stage Belts
Reply #13 Jan 26, 2011 3:03 pm |
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I bought it more for something to play with than actually depend on it for serious snow removal. However, it's been so impressive that I haven't had the Simplicity out in weeks.
Glad you found some appreciation for single stage. They can do a lot of work for their size and power. I find operating them is quite fun, especially on medium weight snow less than the intake height. The 2 stage also has its place, it makes quick work of heavy crusty snow or when you need to loft the snow a long distance. Horses for courses.
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