Hello I had that exact problem. Never found the parts. Lawnboy (who makes my gilson was TOTALLY unhelpful). I went to a bearing supply shop and bought a...
I didn't update the list, but I eventually found the parts via a small dealer close by - ended up coming from Toro - the parts are still stocked. There is a...
I have a Ward's Garden Mark model GIL-478B which is apparently about 40 years old. It has a few other issues, but I can probably squeeze a few more years out...
I have a Gilson 55183 8 horse power snow blower I just bought. It works great except the blades/auger turns all the time. I have a manual and it has a rod in...
In the process of getting ready for winter here in Wisconsin, I began looking at my snowblower. Remembering that the last time I used it last season, a...
... Glenn, I think you will have to remove the first stage to remove the 2nd stage. look for set screws on the 2nd stage that hold it to the shaft. The first...
Knowing what model you have would bea big help. In most cases removing the augers themselvs ranges from significant to majot work. The one blanket answert hat...
I have a Montgomery Ward/Gilson 35211B that I want to sell either whole or for parts. I am in Princeton, Minnesota, and have pictures available that I will...
Hello to all, I have recently hauled home a Montgomery Ward 5 hp two stage blower. It seems to run well and do everything right. Using Pete's Gilson site, I...
Hello everyone, I will be posting my Gilson 6 H.P. 24" cut machine on ebay tonight for sale. The thing run and performs really well! If anyone is interested ...
I just bought a Ford branded Gilson in Michigan, and there is one in Chicago area, and one on Ohio area for sale now. I have a copy of the manual for the Snow...
Hi I am loking for a owner's manual and parts manual for my old Gilson. Model: 55242 46789 Serial: 0282C1 810 I live in Sweden. Anyone knows where to get hold...
I have an old orange behemoth that has needed a replacement pull start for the last 14 years. I did some research over the weekend and found this group and...
Try this. Pete ... From: cglilja To: gilsonsnowblowers@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2007 10:39 AM Subject: [gilsonsnowblowers] Manual for Gilson...
... Gilson. ... go to lawnboy.com there is a phone number you can call them at.i believe it is a toll free number..you can order one for $2.00..this is not a...
The Wizzard machines were sold by Western Auto stores. Gilson was the supplier for may years. Good luck with the machine. It is probably a classic UniTrol with...
I put some pictures in the album. It's a little dirty but runs strong. ... the supplier for may years. Good luck with the machine. ... Western Auto and Ford...
I was wondering if you were lucky enough to win one of the two snow cannons? I have a Gilson Snow Cannon and I won the Ford Snow Cannon for $11, but I had to...
No I missed out on those I guess. Gasoline is frequentkly the most costly part of my acquisitions too. Go ahead and put the manual right in the files section...
I have a Montgomery Wards Gilson model GIL 35211B, the belts are starting to slip and I'm trying to find out the part numbers for them. I haven't taken it...
That's a 5 HP 24 inch single speed UniTrol. The single speed UniTrol belt change procedure can be found in the files section of this group. The Gilson Belt #...
Greetings Gilson Owners, If you have not hugged your Gilson lately this would be a good time to do so. Things are coming together for a major winter snow storm...
Does anyone know of any type of Paint that you can spray on, to stop snow from sticking ? I've tried all types of silicone, non stick sprays. There all a pain...
I have heard good things about this stuff: http://www.slipplate.com/ Pete ... From: banker6172000 To: gilsonsnowblowers@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December...
I have model 55340 with a 7 HP engine "attached" to it. Today the impeller stopped. I can see a square headed bolt and a space that appears to be a keyway. Is...