[AT] Snow blower lubrication

[Dick Day]

Well, my new 72" snow blower is still sitting on the pallet. Once my hand 
gets back into shape, I plan in checking all bolts and nuts, chain tension 
and making sure all fittings are greased.

My question concerns the spot where the chute rests on top of the box. 
There is a big Teflon ring that acts as a spacer between the chute gear and 
the round opening it sits on. The manufacturer is suggesting that we do not 
need to lubricate this since the Teflon ring will keep the two metal 
surfaces from sticking.  They also said that some lubricants will get hard 
in extremely cold weather.

Thoughts? Suggestions?

As always, thanks for the feedback.

Dick Day