Snowblowing rules of thumb

[RjCorazza]

Tips on setting the scraper on a snowblower down in contact with the driveway or a small gap, and if so how small a gap ?

I set my edge with a 1/8" gap from the pavement.

 

[JJT]

Tips on setting the scraper on a snowblower down in contact with the driveway or a small gap, and if so how small a gap ?

I've always run mine with the lip about 1/2" above the ground. If I can slide a finger under the leading edge I'm good. Sometimes I'll go to no gap mid season, once there's a packed or ice base over the gravel drive.

 

[Gord Baker]

My ancient White (MTD) 10.5 HP 30" cut started first pull as usual. I run it dry of fuel in the Spring. If I need to do neighbours Gravel Laneway I have a pair of 6" x 1" x 1" with 45° cut on each end that I bolt to my existing skids. Awaiting more snow in Southern Ontario.

 

[yanmars]

Please keep that snow up there, lol