B2782 63" quick hitch blower used

[ericher69]

I have the chance to purchase a well used b2782 front mount blower for my b2920.

Has quick hitch and mid PTO kit
Hydraulic rotation and deflector. $1200

5k new.

Seems like a good deal opinions and anything to check for?

Imbalance rotor, bent auger

 

[devildog1]

Had one on a BX23 TLB , B2750 if memory serves me right. Check behind blower where gear box and chain gear are attached, check for play which would be a bearing issue. Also look at front drive shaft , both sides for worn universals , second stage fan turns without hitting along with auger. Sounds like quite a deal.
DevilDog

 

[ericher69]

Had one on a BX23 TLB , B2750 if memory serves me right. Check behind blower where gear box and chain gear are attached, check for play which would be a bearing issue. Also look at front drive shaft , both sides for worn universals , second stage fan turns without hitting along with auger. Sounds like quite a deal.
DevilDog

Yeah I have a 51" now (4 years of residential snow removal) with little issues. This unit has done up to 50 drives per snowfall.

Second stage bearings failed and where changed.

I plan on buying this bigger unit and selling my current one and possibly turning a profit.

Will change gearbox oil, auger gear oil, all bearings and repaint.

Will see when I inspect it.

Thanks for the tips