Toro Timemaster Chute Blocker - Part 3 (Mechanical)
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- Do-It-Yourself Motorized Chute Blocker - Toro Timemaster
Part 3: Mechanical Components
This video was filmed and edited on March 17, 2022. This is my Do-It-Yourself version of a chute blocker that I installed on my 2021 Toro Timemaster. I've been using this basic design for the past 4 years on all my finish mowers with some small changes on each mower over the years.
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Part 1 - Overview: • Toro Timemaster Chute ...
Part 2 - Electrical: • Toro Timemaster Chute ...
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This is what CZcams was made for in my opinion. We need people like you.God bless
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This is a great DIY Bill!! ✔️Well thought out clean and functional. I would have to stick to the manual version 🤭💯💪🏽
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Awesome job describing both methods. I love both designs, fun to watch.
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Nice man I like it
Appreciate the feedback. At some point, I would like to make a update video.
@@BillyGoatLawnService how do you square the rod to fit swivel
I need a parts list for that maual I think I got it
@@chrismiesner6973 you could actually use a square rod. I used the round rod and filed down the end into a square to fit into the swivel socket adapter.
@@chrismiesner6973 I briefly mentioned the parts I used in the video. In a future video, I plan on simplifying the manual version to include a parts list as well. I also upgraded the spring tension side so the flap locks in both open and closed positions.
Need one of those, great vid.!!!!
Thanks for the feedback. At some point, I would like to make an update video.
Thank you for the speedy response. Great video and easy-to-follow instructions.
Excellent design.
If you could come up with a few simple, and affordable universal chute blockers for small push mowers and also commercial grade units it could be a very profitable endeavor. I think the main reason you don't see shoot blockers on a regular basis is the cost is quite high.
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I may just look into it more about offering some kind of universal kit for the more popular mowers like the toro recycler and such.
@@BillyGoatLawnService It will do great, and please just make sure to get it patented.
That was cool never seen that spring tool before.. thanks again for you help ..
Actually this tool is used to remove and install the door hinge spring on car and trucks.
That's A Good Chute Blocker
Great video, I will try it next week.
Awesome! Let me know how it worked out and/or if you find an easier or better way!
This is awesome 👊🏼💯 definitely gonna try to do it.
I’m working on a new version that locks the flap in the desired position between fully open, half open, partially open and fully closed.
@@BillyGoatLawnService nice. Do you really need the spring?? Or could you just use two locking clamps
@@TheLawnFellas There are many options that could work not having a spring. Try various ways to lock or hold flap at the desired position. Feel free to video and post your version. My version was based off the Trimmer Trap (brand) chute blocker, I originally had on my Scag walk behind.
@@BillyGoatLawnService nice. Well it’s a great design for sure. You should patten it before a big company takes it away.
@@TheLawnFellas Other people have suggested me to patten it but in reality I’m just modifying other versions of chute blockers already out there. I only want a little recognition if someone expands on my version.
Nice
Weird question but would you be willing to make me one if I paid you for it? The manual shoot blocker not the motorized one
I do get requests to offer a install kit. I may look into more in the future, right now we are too busy with grass cutting. Wouldn’t be until winter if I consider it.
I would pay for one too!
Awesome video I’m definitely doing this to my time master. Have you got ideas for a Exmark lazer z 60 ? Thanks
I will be posting other videos for bigger mower. Meanwhile you can watch a video that I help a friend install a chute blocker on his zero turn mower. czcams.com/video/rtddPoWiL8g/video.html
On the chute, do you think just using a 1/4” socket extension about 6” long would work instead of welding a socket on a rod? Then drill out 1/8” holes for the roll pins?
Possibly! May need to drill the holes bigger on the hinge bracket.
@@BillyGoatLawnService I was thinking that. Maybe drill out the holes on the bracket larger to slide it through. I also thought about just using a 4’ square rod that is 1/4” instead of round so I won’t need to shave the rod down. I found a 4’ square rod for about $3
I really enjoy your ingenuity. It is simple and a brilliant idea! What is the motor that is used and where did you purchase it from?
I purchase the 12v worm gear motors from either Amazon or eBay.
@@BillyGoatLawnService Thanks for the reply, I found it on Amazon for $30.
Can the mower go up in the store away position with the manual version?
This version no. I will be making another version that you can put the handlebars in a store away position.
Good morning Billy! I'm surprised, that you haven't submitted your idea(s) for inventions and/or to Toro!?!?!? I have noticed, that our Honda push mowers have the rear discharge chute. What are your thoughts/opinions on those?
I thought about it 4 years ago but since then there are so many variations of chute blockers on CZcams now. As far as Honda and other mowers having a rear discharge chute is ok, but for us to be fast and efficient we need to be able to switch from mulching to discharge on the fly or use a bagger if necessary.
@@BillyGoatLawnService The Honda mowers do have a Mulch to Bag adjustment knob on the back part of the mower. The rear discharge chute doesn't open fully. I just wonder, why they don't have/offer a side discharge chute...🤔
@@dmanburns3705 Next time I go to homedepot, I will check those Honda mowers that have that mulch to bag adjustment knob. Curious on how they designed it.
@@BillyGoatLawnService We have (3) Honda push mowers and love them...for the most part! The rear discharge chute is the only questionable design. Other than that, they run and mow beautifully!!
What is the motor?
When I edited the clips for the video, I must have miss the engine segment. This mower has the Kawasaki FS541V 15HP. If we had a Bad Boy dealer in our area, I may have considered getting the Bad Boy Revolt 34. Impressive mower compared to the Surfer Pro.
When you close the chute, does it stay closed all the way when the blades are running?
I haven’t actually tested mine yet but if the spring is heavy duty enough it should hold the chute closed. I use to have this type of setup on my Scag before converting to the motorized version.
I found making the manual one the shoot does not stay closed at all. It still opens but not all the way. Any suggestions on how to fix it?
@@patrickbolen9798 I will be making some improvements and posting another video.
First off - brilliant idea! And extremely well done video explaining everything. I installed the chute blocker with every part mentioned. Works great, BUT .. as noted here already, the chute doesn't stay closed under a heavy mulch load. I had to resort to a short bungee to keep the chute closed when mulching 3" grass. Wondering if anyone has made any modifications to this design to address this problem?
【from HIPA】Would you like to test my parts for your equipment?thank you.