Extending Snow Blower's Life! Summer Maintenance for My Snow Blower #toro #snowblower #smallengine

In this video, I’m getting my Toro Power Max 826 OAE snow blower ready for summer storage. No commentary – just sharing the process in case it's helpful or interesting to anyone tackling the same job. I've had this snow blower since 2020, and I perform this maintenance routine at the end of every season. As you'll see, even after several years, it's still in great shape with little to no rust. Video Chapters: 00:00 Getting Started 00:05 Emptying the Gas Tank 00:55 Running the Engine Dry 01:50 Draining the Engine Oil 03:38 Lubricating and Rustproofing Internal Parts 07:47 Right Wheel Maintenance 09:12 Left Wheel Maintenance 10:27 Rustproofing the Underside 10:50 Draining the Carburetor 11:30 Wipe Down & Exterior Cleaning 12:04 Refill with Fresh Oil 13:39 Check Spark Plug & Set Piston to TDC 15:22 Final Rustproofing (Auger & Frame) 16:11 Time to Store It Away! Products Used: Quaker State 5W-30 Motor Oil (24 FL. oz) Fluid Film Rust Proofing Permatex Anti-Seize Lucas Oil White Lithium Grease Enjoyed the video? A like, share, or subscribe really helps the channel. Thank you for supporting the channel! @WeekendDIYer #diy #toro #snowblower #smallengine Disclaimer: The specific steps in this video may vary depending on the make and model of your snow blower. However, the general maintenance routine demonstrated here applies to most snow blowers and can help keep yours in good shape for summer storage.