Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman Snowblower Drive problem, friction wheel, craftsman snowblower

Question
John,

Hope you are doing well. I have a Craftsman Snow Thrower # 536.886220 (12 yrs old) that I bought used. The engine/auger runs okay but the thrower will not move ahead on 1-6 gears. On reverse, sometimes it gets a kick. I checked and felt that Jack Assy and the Roller chain needs replacement. Other drive assembly (friction wheel, disc, shaft) and wheel assembly looks okay. The Jack Assy small spoke and Roller chain are skipping (I believe). Does this feel correct to you ?
The Jack Assy part takes 3 weeks...Do I need a replacement or is there an alternative?
Thank you in advance for taking the time to respond.

-mahesh

Answer
Hello Mahesh:

>>If the Unit is Not Jumping when trying to Move, then it is Usually the Friction Disc. If the Unit is Jumping and Trying to Move, then Usually the Jack Assy and Chain are the Cause.
>>The Online Site is Updating at the Present time and I Require a Few Hours to Locate the Correct Manual for this Unit.
>>I will Respond to this E-Mail again as Soon as I can Locate the Manual or the Online Site becomes available.
>>Thanks.

>>Respectfully

>>John

Hello Again Mahesh:

>>From your Comments, I Suggest you Replace the jack Assy.
>>The Machine has been Operated to the Point that the Jack Assy is Worn Completely Out and it No Longer Jumps.
>>To View a Breakdown of this Unit Go to this Site Addy, http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action?sid=PSHx20080114x00001 and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Search. From this Page you can View Diagrams and Parts Lists for you Equipment Using the "View Sub Components" Section Near the Bottom Left.
>>Thanks for the Comments and Ratings.
>>Till Next Time. May All Your Mechanical Problems be SMALL ONES and as Always, May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy.


Best Wishes and Good Luck


Respectfully


jbridger (John)