It is a genuine component which is supplied by the original equipment manufacturer for use with Craftsman snow throwers. This special retainer outer ring is used to secure the chute assembly to the main unit, please make sure to check appropriate diagrams of your model for correct location and use of this hardware. It is a high-quality component which is made of durable metal and it is sold individually. Keep in mind the hardware to secure it is sold separately.
Remove the four nuts & bolts from the chute & retainer rings (1/2\" socket). Remove the four nuts & bolts from chute collar (7/16\" socket). Set the outer chute retainer ring in place and reinstall the chute collar. Set the inner chute retainer ring in place and install the front retainer ring nut & bolt.
The only time I ran
... Read more into an issue was that when installing the lower chute, I tried starting with the center (rearmost nut & bolt) then installed the right nut & bolt. When it came time to install the left bolt, the hole in the chute didn\'t seem to reach the bolt. When installing the chute, I recommend installing the two outermost nuts & bolts and finally, the center (rearmost) nut & bolt. Once I switched to this method, I had no problems.
I took it apart with 1/2\" and 7/16\" sockets and wrenches, swapped the old rings with the new ones. Very easy, Just be sure to line up the index marks on both rings or your chute won\'t turn all the way right or left. Perfect fit !
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The outer retaining had some missing teeth, I ordered any parts in the affected area.
1. Removed the 4 bolts holding the chute housing
2. Removed the worm gear bracket
3. Removed 4 nuts and bolts from the retaining ring holder
4. Removed the tiny cotter pin for the worm gear
5. reassembled all the parts.
Note: The only damage I could see were the broken teeth on the outer ring. I would have b
... Read moreeen very angry if I didn\'t order the worm gear bracket. The damage to the worm gear bracket was only found when it was disassembled.
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After 21 years of use, the outer and inner retainer rings for the chute broke.
Removed bolts from broken parts, removed retaining plate and installed one ring, placed wnd ring on first ring and retained with one bolt. Attached snow chute and secured with last three bolts.
1. Remove the chute bolts and the chute.
2. Lift out the inner retainer ring.
3. Remove the 4 bolts that hold the chute mounting flange.(this was the hardest part of the repair, because the heads of the bolt are partly covered.
4. Remove the outer retainer ring and flange plate.
5. exchange the chute worm gears
... Read more />6. Set the new outer retainer ring and place the chute flange inside the retainer ring.
7. Install all 4 bolts then tighten all 4 bolts
8. install the inner retainer ring.
9. Align the bolt holes, making sure the outer retainer is in the proper position to rotate 180 degrees.
10. start the 4 bolts through the inner and outer retainers, with the bolt at the back and front of the chute are all the way through, but the 2 side bolts are flush with the outside of the outer retainer ring.
11. install the chute and start the nut on the front and back bolts. then push the side bolts through and install the nuts.
12. Tighten the nuts but do not over tighten them.
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Inner and outer retaining ring tore (because it is made of plastic) and could not handle the stress.
Simply put, I replaced the damaged parts with new parts using a socket set. I suspect I will have to make the same repairs in a season or two based on the fact that so much plastic is used in the manufacture of modern day products. I did not purchase this product, it was a gift. I will continue to use ereplacement in the future.
Old broken parts were already removed. I noticed that it would be easier to put capscrew that goes thru both inner and outer rings at the snow shoot on first. Making it easier to get everything else to line up. It all went on easy and I was happy that all parts looked original.
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Both inner and outer rings cracked not allow the blower to swivel.
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Item is not in stock and usually ships 10-15 business days from the time you place your order.
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