Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Snow Thrower, mtd snowthrower, chipper shredders

Question
I have 2000 MTD 8 hp Model e640 F MTD snowthrower 26 inch wide.   I am breaking shear pins and there is a lot of play in the auger shaft.   

Should I replace the bearings, if so how is that done?

Answer
Hello Steven:

Are you Sure the Play and Binding is being caused by Bad Bearings or is the Worm Gear and Pinion Gear Worn and Causing the Play and Binding? Send me the Model Numbers Off the Unit, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. Generally the identification tag is on a part of the unit that, even after years of use, rarely needs replacement. For most of MTD power equipment, these tags are approximately 2" by 3" in size. They also have the MTD Products name, address and customer service phone number listed across the bottom. For hand held product, the tag is normally white and approximately 1" by 1/2" in size. Hand held i.d. tags are normally on an aluminum portion of the engine, somewhat set into the unit to protect the label from wear. (A bar code will also be on this tag.) Riding mower tags are located on the underside of the seat. For walk behind mowers this tag is found either on the deck or on the rear door of rear discharge units. Tiller model and serial tags are generally on the tine housing. **The model and serial tags for two-stage snow throwers are located on the bottom of the main gear housing which is often called the belly pan, while single stage snow thrower tags are next to the key and primer. For other products like log splitters, chipper shredders and edgers, tags can be found on the frame or main housing.** Thanks.

Respectfully

John

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John