? on craftsman snow blower?

i got a craftsman snowblower model # 536.918200 i take it it was from the 70's or 80's motor runs great but problem is the shaft between blower and gearbox moves about a 1/2 inch the auger still turns by hand but not lever looking for a possible reason best answer gets 10 pionts and yes the handle on handle bars are hooked up and belt tensioner does move when ingauging and also belt is good
how can it be worn bearing i turn pulley and auger moves

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2 Responses to “? on craftsman snow blower?”
  1. sjwanderer says:
    July 13, 2009 at 8:26 am

    Most likely on something that olde you have one of three problems or a combination of all.
    -Bad bearing on the transfer shaft
    -Broken/streched drive belt
    -Keeper key has sheared off not allowing the drive system to couple with the auger. If you hit something like a big chunk of ice this would be where to start (less than $3.00 at a local store usually)

  2. dmnnk says:
    July 13, 2009 at 8:26 am

    sounds like you have an engagement arm or tension broken.
    Worn bearing,or bearing holder worn. Blower gearbox should not move at all.

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