Midwest Engine 1740912BMYP Height Adjustment Skid OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Midwest Engine part.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number 1740912BMYP replaces AP6098994.

Description

This is a snowblower height adjustment skid plate, also called a shoe. It is attached to the blower so the height of the scoop can be raised to allow adequate clearance. Snowblowers work by skimming cement surfaces like sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and streets to remove snow. Over time, the shoes will experience wear from constant friction, causing the blades to come closer to the ground. The shoes are designed to leave behind a thin film of snow, which protects the blades from the cement surface below and the cement from being scarred by the blades. The underlying surface eventually wears out the skid plates. At that point, the skid shoes must be raised again to protect the blades and auger from hitting the ground. If the blade on the snowblower has been adjusted, the skid shoe will also need to be adjusted. This is easily accomplished. First, place the blower on a level flat surface. Loosen the exterior bolts on either side of the blower with a ratchet and place a spacer beneath the blade housing so that, if running, the blade would not touch the ground. With the skid plates loosened, adjust it down so it touches the ground, then tighten the bolts that hold them in place. This is an OEM genuine replacement part manufactured by Genuine Midwest Engine and will fit virtually all one phase snowblowers. This OEM part is sold individually.