[AT] Snow blower lubrication

[Dick Day]

The reason for posting this question is since I've never owned one
before, I did some research on how to maintain a snow blower, and
every site I saw said to make sure the chute is lubricated. The
manufacturer is saying the opposite.  I was just looking for opinions.



On Sat, Nov 13, 2010 at 5:28 AM, Mike Sloane <mikesloane at verizon.net> wrote:
> I suppose a little powdered graphite wouldn't hurt, but it might not
> help much either. Why don't you just try it the way it is? i.e. "don't
> fix what ain't broke".
>
> Mike
>
> On 11/12/2010 9:26 PM, Dick Day wrote:
>> 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
>>
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