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...
You might remove the belt cover it's between the engine and the chute on the snowblower. Check to see if yo have a broken belt. If you are sure it's the Key...
Hi all, My neighbor has a Gilson ST-422. Everything is fine except that it doesn't have forward. It has neutral and reverse just fine. Adjustment to the lever...
That was one of the very last machines they made and the model number is beyond all of my records. There were only 2 gears used over the years to my knowledge...
Hi, So I bought this 55012 and have been working on it. The old B&S motor is a goner, but the rest of the machine seems to be in fine shape, even the idlers...
Oooo a 55012, Getting 1 or 2 of those in the running collection is my current project. That machine is the best of the best. Only in the last few years have...
Hi everybody, I am new to the group and a new Gilson owner. I have a model 55133 that was given to me last year. It has the 5hp Briggs engine that was not...
It's normal for that bearing to fail about now (35 years!) Good luck with the pulley. Pete ... From: focuszx3r To: gilsonsnowblowers@yahoogroups.com Sent:...
I have a single stage 85ccsnow cannon,I'm looking to get rid of it has electric start it starts and run's good but it has a tendency to shut down, but starts...
hello all, i was given a gilson 55343z machine with a 8 hp briggs engine,i changed the friction disk and now i cant get it to go forward,just backwards,storms...
Is the shifter able to go through the range or is that bound up too? I believe the late models used a cable to tip the drive platter and allow speed changes.Is...
actually no it isnt i ordered one a week ago and i pck it up tommorrow, it had some makeshift cable there thatswhats on it now Pete B <spectrum@...> wrote:...
Hi folks, The auger belt has broken on my venerable machine. I've removed the cover behind the chute and the bottom cover of the machine so I see where the...
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I have a 1973 Montgomery Wards blower with an 8hp Briggs and Stratton. It starts and runs strong for about 45 seconds, and then the governor starts jumping...
Sounds like your fuel is causing a problem. Either too rich or too lean. I would remove the carb and clean it - I believe you have a diagnal needle valve on...
My GIL-478C's 7HP motor gave up after 40 years of rock solid service last night. I'm too in love with my beast to put her out to pasture so I'd like to put a...
You can buy the gear from your local LawnBoy dealer for about $48. It's Gilson #18116 Worm Gear, LawnBoy cross referenced to 700130. Also available here: ...
Yea, it does sound like a fuel problem. 1. make sure it has fresh stabilized gasoline. 2. Try adjusting it per this procedure. 3. Make sure that the gas cap...
Hello, I would not give that machine up either. I just enjoyed cleaning up the last storm with a very similar unit. I believe what you need for a shaft is 1"...