*Husqvarna did upgrade to a metal console. The issue is, they discontinued these older models and only designed a new metal console for the 2020+ models, which includes the ST224s, as well as all newer Poulan and also grey Craftsman branded units. I've been told the new metal consoles DO NOT work on the older units, which is why they sent me the same plastic console to fix this one. As it turns out, the Husqvarna rep I originally spoke with was technically correct when she mentioned an "upgraded metal console design", sadly this was only referring to the newer 2020 models, and she failed to mention that.*
With a problem this big they should really remanufacture a metal one for the older models. As someone who just bought a new Husqvarna st224 it's a little concerning they won't fix their mistakes.
I've got a ST230 with the same problem. First thing I'd like to say is that this was, by far, the best CZcams repair video I've ever seen. Clear and concise explanations with crystal clear photography. I also appreciate your attention to detail. I'd be a customer if I were anywhere near you. But I'll have to settle for being a subscriber. The tab on my console snapped two years ago in the middle of our snow season. Interestingly, the local Husqvarna authorized repair depot claimed to have never heard of this problem. Regardless, my machine was out of warranty and it was going to take them several weeks to repair it. I improvised a stopgap fix involving a couple of eyebolts supported through the console with fender washers and nylock nuts. Then I cabled the broken part to a position where the transmission works again. It's still holding together but not exactly in the correct position so the gearing is off. My plan is to order a new console and replace it before next season. Thanks to you, I can do this with confidence. Question. What do you think about the idea of reinforcing the plastic tabs with some sheet metal before installing the new console? (Or, I may just replace the console and sell this thing, warning the new owner not to exceed 4th gear.) Also, can you recommend a better engineered brand of snowblower out there today? Thanks.
It's not a bad idea (strengthening the plastic) I still have the old one laying around somewhere, figured some JB weld and some sheet metal would do it. Swap the pin for a longer bolt and I bet it would hold. Ariens professional series snowblowers, or Honda. Lots of $ but built to last
That is what I did on mine as a repair. i made two plastic sheats shaped around what was left of the plastic. I thought I got it all good, and worked fine last winter. For some reason, the metal sheets are already out of place when I picked the blower this season. It's a bummer because I felt like the smartest guy in the world to make that fix, but now I am back to hating this stupid company for these childish designs. I will never buy anything from the Husqvarna brand. They should have provided free replacement made of metal and include the work needed, in order to apologize to customers for their stupid engineers. Here I am, with a foot of snow outside and an out of order snow blower, instead.
I had the exact same break, 4 days ago. Machine is only about 3-4 years old. No way was I bringing it to a dealer, and no way was I changing that console. I drilled a small hole in the remaining plastic, positioned the fitting as close to original as I could, and mechanic wired it as tight as possible. Fired the pig up, and raced around the driveway!! Total time, about 30 minutes. Woo Hoo!! Wish me luck that it lasts. If not, more wire !!! Your vid helped a lot, thanks!!
Finally had a chance to take the panel off and clean and lubricate as shown in the video. Took less than a half-hour and about $25 in materials. The shift is now smooth like butter and I don't have to worry about the cable snapping. Thank you for the excellent video!
Wow. I'm glad I came across your videos on this unit. I have one which has served me well. But I'll have to lube up that hex shaft and take it easy on the console levers. Thanks! It looks like there are a lot of big flat surfaces on all the high stress areas of the console around the shifter linkage. This summer, I might try reinforcing them by epoxying some steel plates to help with the twisting. Could also make a sleeve to provide more support to the pivots as well. Not much to change with the cable routing and bending though...
This problem happened to me I think it's been 2 years ago. Back then, I came up with some of my own fabricating, only as a temporary fix. I have the ST227. My fix would only allow the machine to run in like first to second gear and reverse. I ordered the new console off of Amazon. The cost was around $35+shipping. The job went much better than expected. But I totally see the week spot of this machine now. And now I am committed to keeping the key parts lubed as discussed. This is a great machine. It is a sad fact that this is it's week link . Thanks for the video
Thank you for these videos that you made on this. They helped me to replace mine. I added large, flat fender washers where the pin slides through in hopes of spreading out the pressure and twist on that thin plastic area. I guess I will find out if it helps, but it certainly can't hurt. Also lubricated the heck out of the cables and all moving parts with WD40 White Lithium grease. Noticeable difference already. Thanks!
Sad but true, today profits come before quality. Like you said a little metal reinforcement on that plastic area would go a long way towards making this assembly function for a long time. Great video showing that regular low temperature grease application on the hex shaft should prevent future failure of this breakage area.
I'm tempted to epoxy a small plate of aluminum, or something like that. If the cotter pin hole gets covered due to the extra thickness, either drill a new hole in the pin or buy a longer pin. That's my plan anyway, should the need arise.
I had that exact model. I bought it when my old MTD track drive went down in the middle of a snow storm. I hated it. Only good thing i have to say about that model is the motor was very easy to start and ran very good. the blower was used on a gravel drive way and i did adjust the shoes but i still got a few stones here and there. one little stone stopped the impeller and got jammed behind the impeller. After getting it out i managed to get finish the drive. next storm had some ice on top of the snow. less than a quarter inch. after two passed i discovered the ice had slightly bent the auger and it was causing the blower to shake. The final thing that happend before i decided to fix my old mtd and sell this was while using it for the next storm it started to have issues where it would act like the drive belt was slipping. After looking at it i saw that the belly pan was designed with an opening and disc drive system would get wet and not grip. I have never seen a snow blower with so many issues in so little time.
Great video, very helpful. Like others have mentioned I pulled mine out of storage to only having reverse then looking under the console to see plastic broken everywhere. I fabricated (cobbled together) aluminum to replace the broken section which provided the plastic it's bolted to does not break should fix the issue.
Precisely what just happened to my S224. I am so disappointed. It has maybe 10 hours on it. I've ordered a new console, and I'll be reinforcing it with either aluminum sheet or plastic with JB Weld. I'll follow your lithium grease lube instructions. Thanks so much!
Hey. Great video on maintenance and commentary on reliability. I recently bought the model down from this ,st124, and for being the same size specs , the build quality is night and day. Engine is 212cc not 208cc (from same manufacturer???). Cables are nylon coated and run on pulleys not sheathed. Drive line is steel shaft not cables. All connections on the console are steel mounted not plastic. It is a stripped down model of the st224 and built old school. I absolutely enjoy using it and think it will last 10 times as long (hopefully haven't jinxed it lol). I went ahead and lubed all critical points you mentioned and will maintain them. Next time you are in a husqvarna dealer, check these models side by side and you will see what I am talking about. I highly recommend the st124 over the st224 and even higher end models.
All the 2020 models received the new "metal console" you heard me mention in the video. The original Husqvarna rep I spoke with was technically right when she said there was supposed to be a new console with metal support. However, what she failed to mention was that it would not work with the older units, even if there were made up to early 2019
I have the same snowblower (2019) Saw your videos on this issue and lubed the heck out of those areas not long after I bought it. I must do it again before the next blow. Thanks again for all your vids.
My ST224p has the same arrangement. Honestly I never put it in 4th gear. I usually wait till we have at least three inches of snow to get it out, and 2nd gear seems to be the sweet spot. I suppose taking it back to the shed one might put it in a higher gear occasionally, but it's nice to know that might be an issue. Overall so far I've had good luck with mine. I cover it with a tarp and store it under our deck year 'round. Just this year the cables have frozen up on me; I think that's water as the last time out, the snow was pretty slushy. Time to get it into the garage and do some PM on it before something fails. Thanks for the videos. Despite the engineering foibles, it's still a snow throwing machine that works well for me. I run it maybe half an hour at a time, and have pushed it into berms left by our friendly county snow plow (just to open up my driveway again). It works hard, and all machines need preventive maintenance. Lots of folks don't know anything about their machine, they just use it. Which is fine, but if you don't know about "things mechanical" have someone like this guy service it for you regularly.
Thanks for the shout out! If you ever want to link up, keep us in mind! Anyhow good to know I’m not the only NUT still working and putting out videos on Snow Blowers in 100 degree plus weather 😂 These AYP built machines are no surprise to me. Think about the AWD Mowers and how much of a money maker those are for them (transmissions, cables and LONG BELT that stretches easily. Just a money grab and job security for many others. This console really pissed me off to the point when one of these come in for repair. I tell them they bought the wrong Orange Colored Machine (Ariens Plug). Still blows my mind how crazy expensive things are in Canada. The console I got cost me around $25-$30 US Dollars. Funny “national back order” you would THINK you would get the updated console as HUSQVARNA Promised and they send you fault one. MORE LIKE NOS… Curious if you email HUSQVARNA…see what their response is.
Not sure why I'm just seeing this now 🤦🏻♂️ lol thanks YT, yea this stuff is super expensive and all plastic. What a joke these units are! And no probs for the shout-out, didn't want to do a step by step on this one.
Thanks for this video . after prepping my st224 snowblower for the winter today I found that mine must have broke at some point during when I stored it last winter, getting it out today or at some point in between. This helped me realize what broke. It was of course that same plastic bracket. I’m going to order the console and make sure I lube the moving bits up good this time!!!
Hi Great Video, I have a 2015 ST224 same problem the console broke. I found a note in the extra info I found on the internet. DO NOT CHANGE SPEEDS WHILE DRIVE HANDLES ARE ENGAGED. HOPE THIS HELPS ALL PEOPLE WHO OWN A ST224.
Thanks for the very detailed video, luckily I haven’t had any issues besides a broken chute base (plastic!) from a bunch of rocks and ice. Luckily the chute itself is metal.. I am now going to go through my machine and service it right. I would also like to add the shift levers all have “free play” because you have to take the lever out of the notches on top of the console… had me yelling at the video saying “look at the top! That’s why there is free play! Still not an ideal setup but it does work…
Yes it just seems like a poor design how everything is loose and flexes like that. The 2020 models now have metal consoles, sadly they don't replace the old ones, Husqvarna just discontinued the old product line
I've used and worked on many, many different brands of snowblowers. The worst machine I've ever blown snow with was a Husqvarna. The biggest p.i.t.a. machine I've ever worked on was a Husqvarna. These were both models from the mid 2000s. This video proves to me to never buy their products for myself.
Eliminator, This is a great video with many important recommendations which I plan to follow. If I lived closer, I would be dropping off my snow blower for a console replacement and service. Also, I wonder if there is a way to strengthen the plastic brackets by mounting a metal bracket/support of some kind to eliminate the play where the cable is connected. Thanks again for the instructional video...
Yea I plan on messing around with the old console to see if I can reinforce it. That way if I get another one, maybe I can just fix it instead of replacing. Thanks for watching!
@@EliminatorPerformance Any luck? I just ordered a replacement cable but was thinking of throwing a couple washers on that Pin that holds the cable in to see if it will reinforce it...
@@marksteblein5451 I'm thinking some washers with epoxy, maybe a bolt instead of a pin, because you'd need something longer. I haven't had time to mess around. Had many other customers bring in poulan and Husqvarnas with this console, no issues because they kept the shafts greased, all were carb cleans due to Ethanol build up
@@EliminatorPerformance I was in custom metal fabrication feild for years, if I had to fix/reinforce the plastic console, I would sandwich the weak plastic area between two pieces of 18Ga steel and fasten them with rivets.
Very good video, finally some video on Husqvarna snowthrower. Most is on Ariens snowthrower, I can see why. Owner of ST230 myself and first thing I thought when I purchased it, plastic but at the time, is a Husqvarna should be good. My has not crack yet (knock on wood) But, I was wondering can you put some metal washer as reinforcement? After watching this video, I'm gonna be much gentle when I handling the lever and gear. Thanks for the video!
Very discouraging. Husq had a chance to make good, and failed. They even lied to you about having fixed this problem. I will never buy another Husqvarna product. I'm waiting on a shift cable right now, and hoping the console won't break if it's kept lubed. Thanks for these excellent videos!
Update 12-28-21 Replaced cable, lubed shaft, works, but still too resistant to shift. Console will break next time, sure as I'm an Irishman. If I replace it with another plastic POS like this, I'll be doing it every two years. We need to find a permanent solution to this. Thanks again for your excellent videos, they saved me lots of time.
I'm waiting for mine to be delivered. ST224 has less than 20hrs on it and the cheap plastic that holds the cables broke. I HOPE the replacement is stronger
@EliminatorPerformance well,the warranty is up. Maybe I'll Frankenstein some support in there to beef it up. Seriously thought of manual linkage like a shifter with rods,springs and ball sockets. If this new one breaks☠️that's EXACTLY what I'm going to do. Cheap plastic crap
First, very helpful video. I own the ST224 and when it works, it works great but you are spot on about these design issues and crappy maintenance instructions from H (as you highlighted in the earlier video). I have been religious on the oil changes and lithium lubrication but thanks for pointing out the internals and which grease to use. I did actually open it up last post-winter season but I must have used the wrong grease because, now for the first time, my auger cable has been giving me problems (not budging unless I bring the thing inside the house to warm up). I unfortunately broke the bracket at the heated handle that holds the auger cable so I am trying to source that part. Also thanks for the advice on the 5th+ gears. I rarely use those higher gears because it is too fast for the impeller to throw the deep snow anyway.
Yeah the only time I might run in those higher gears is to walk it back to the shed. I try to plan my snow removal so that's the last place to clean before I put it away, so rarely go into the higher gears. Mostly I've used 1st or 2nd for snow throwing. Third maybe...
You'll be fine, all late 2019 and 2020+ models have the metal. Unfortunately, those nice strong newly designed consoles don't work on the older units. Thanks for watching!
isn't silicone grease safer to use on plastic components vs. petroleum based greases? Just asking? Good video series and i like that you follow up on stuff.
I drilled a hole, and put a larger pin thru the plastic. It only goes 4/6 for speed, but it got the job done without having to wait weeks for the replacement just to have it happen again.. won’t get one again
Great video my man!!! So the 2020 updated metal console will not fit... do you know what the differences may be? Or what models the new console will fit?... i have a ST227P. ✌️🙂💯🍻
Maybe consider my fix. I can afford a new machine, no problem, but I'm a wicked cheap bastid, have to fix things myself!! Also, I don't like dealers, and I don't want to tie the machine up at their place for 3-4 weeks, maybe more, then get handed a bill for $325.00. 30 minutes, and I was off and running!!!
Because of the plastic console flimsiness which I experience yesterday after a snowstorm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and after using the snowblower about 6 times only in nine years, and having it go into reverse mode with pieces of plastic on the snow, and, no quality replacement part for the console, I will never, ever buy another Husqvarna product. There should be a class action law suit for this defective product design. If anything, they should make a replacement with metal re-enforcement for the ST224! Husqvarna, you saved thousands by going plastic, but you will lose millions for doing so.
Count me in on a class action. We should ask all the money back, or the average cost of replacing this thing, and hiring other people to clear the snow on the driveway, all caused by a faulty product they sell and they refuse to fix despite the many reports.
I was given a 94 mtd blower basically identical to my 92. This 94 was really hard to shift so I cleaned greased the hex shaft. It stiffen up again soon after. Again I cleaned shaft with brake cleaner and trued garage door lube. Again it's still way stiffer than my 92. I'm wondering if I need to spray the brake clean into the wheel hub as maybe there's a residue of crap in there. Might try john deere corn head grease as well.
Hello again, I received my new console in three days and installed it successfully. Your instruction and video was very helpful, I couldn’t have done this without it. Thank you very much. Also, I don’t have the degreaser you used to clean the shaft above the friction plate, any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you..
Just wipe as much of that antiseize they use off of that shaft, and use some low temperature grease. Go to any automotive store or hardware store, should have something like that. You won't need a lot, but it's best to keep it lubricated!
Did you mention the labor time? I have done two. No more. Clients come, I show them the problem, the deliberate weakening of the console so it breaks. Poulan Pro PR240 uses the same console. The PR240 manual says no need to lubricate the hex shaft. WTF?! One of the replacement consoles I got brand new from HOP was already cracked. They know the issue. They sent me another one free. I asked if they wanted the old one back. No, they said.
Yea I'm really disappointed with these, what a terrible design. And yes, manual doesn't say lube the hex shaft lol "lifetime lubrication" is their way of saying we slapped some antiseize on it lol
So Husqvarna has lost me as a customer due to this crap! Absolutely ridiculous that I pay for the name and get an absolute shit product. I have had more issues with this than my extremely old Craftsman. First month I had the dam Husqvarna the sprocket came off! I put it back together and within 5 mins it was off again. I had to go buy a locktite compound that was good for 65,000 sheer strength and I have not had any issues in the last 4 years of owning this for the sprocket issue. Other issues have pissed me off also but that is for another time. Thanks again for your videos it helps me save a ton of money with preventative maintenance.
Unfortunately the time that we live in even a great company like Husqvarna who has a long history of manufacturing high quality robust machines has gone to pinching pennies in the engineering and manufacturing process to meet their bottom lines.
Great video, I will make sure I follow all your maintenance advices, fortunatly with the amount of snow we get up here I rarely go above second gear :-)
Nice find...OK...looking to get a ST224 ..It's now 12/13/2023 is it a safe buy???... Is there a way to tell at the dealers if it's the new updated console just by eye???...Thanks again
Thanks for the update. Watched the original on Monday after I realized mine was broken. My axel shaft was pretty rusty. I hit it with some pb and tried to clean it up but it's not perfectly clean. Should I take off the axel and clean. Whats the best way for me to clean it up? Thanks for the videos.
Just move it to one side (you'll have to hold it if the cable or plastic is broken, and clean it with a wire wheel like in my video. Maybe every emery paper, fine sand paper for metal, use some oil on it for lube when sanding. You could completely take it out but it's not needed. Husqvarna did upgrade to a metal console, sadly they discontinued this older version and created a whole new console for the 2020 models that don't fit on the older ones.
So the st 224 I bought today should be good to go on the crackage? Seems to have metal support brackets. (Edit) Appears they fixed their defective design on my model. Thank you for covering this issue.
Yes, all 2020+ models are ok! The issue is, they simply discontinued the older models and made new ones, instead of designing a new console that would fit the old ones.
I bought my 2014 ST224 two years ago, used. The seller gave me repair records showing that the dash panel was already replaced related to the chute adjustment. Part # 58 13 12 04. My gear shift assembly has now failed as you indicated, breaking where the cable is secured under the dash panel. From your video I see the new part # should be 581 13 12 12 though this will still be plastic and the bad design. I can order the dash panel and wait several weeks or more, I'm told. Because the panel was replaced once before I sure hate to replace it again, with something still flawed. So...I wonder if I can just drill another hole next to where the original broke? Or fabricate some new type of gearshift lever closer to the trans box or frame, maybe with a shorter cable. I don't care if the lever is by the panel or not. I just want something to work and not break again. Any ideas? thanks for the really good video and honest appraisal. Husqvarna could have come up with a better mousetrap but they let it run its course til 2019 or so. Terrible.
You are right, I was getting ready to get a replacement, but why bother spend all the hours of work and deal with this crappy machine if their new console is just the same buttery plastic. What I am thinking to do instead, is find some sort of manual rotating crank to wrap the cable around and change gears that way. I would have to find a way to attach it somewhere or leave it hanging underneath, but who cares. All I need is to make the blower work 1-2 times a year for a driveway. Why spending time on Husqvarna parts that will certainly break again. What they are doing is an insult to human intelligence, and I don't like my intelligence insulted :)
So if you can do the maintenance before the plastic snaps on the console would one of these be worth $600? Or just stay way from these completely? Thank You
It has to be maintained and not shifted over 3rd gear I'd say or else it's not worth much. The consoles are getting more expensive, and are now on back order because so many are broken. So you'll have a snowblower you can't even run.
Hey My friend has a stihl bg86c. Leaf blower that's not running correctly at all. He's put new gas line &filter,air filter, new carb,checked all the head bolts for proper tightness,spark plug etc it won't rev up. Any bloody ideas mates????? TIA
Hi, I just bought a ST 224P today , I'm not sure if it has a plastic console or not, but I know it now comes with new engines and this model (P) stands for power steering, now after watching this video, I wish I had not bought it, of course I can always lubricate the axle shaft .pivot point and never go passed 4th gear ,if this is the only thing that could go wrong, I should be grateful not remorseful. what guarantee do I have with a different manufacturer ? they may have metal console but worse engine/ drive system flaws, right?,
@@EliminatorPerformance You are right, I just picked up my new ST224, it has metal console, External LED light, I used it today for the 1st time and loved how it performed, so I'm now back to loving my new blower and have zero regrets, I still follow all your recommendations on lubrication, it would be great to see a new/updated video on the new gen st224 blowers.
So because it's a cable, you need some form of return pressure created by the spring to pull the cable back. My understanding is that the tension is simply too much, and in the higher gears it puts more stress on the bracket. I'm going to flip up the other snowblower tomorrow and count the coils on the torsion spring, as this one may have been wrapped more, because the other one didn't feel like it had the same tension.
@@EliminatorPerformance that makes sense I'm not use to cable machines after thinking about it if it was my machine I think I would take that heavy spring off and mount a weaker one elsewhere
My Husqvarna 224 did this to me yesterday while plowing snow. I've had it for about 4 years, and have only used the think probably 4-5 times. it's ridiculous how cheaply made this was, and they will likely fail at some point. legitimately a reason for a class action lawsuit because they know the design is garbage and should be sending out free replacements.
This crap happened to me this weekend- sorta my own fault, as I shifted the speed knob while still engaged, and it cracked the plastic retaining the speed wire guide, looks very similar to yours. I was able to jerry-rig it and put 2 holes in the center of the 2 walls in the main boss, and used a plastic threading screw to hold the wire guide back in place (well, close enough for it to go about 1/2 speed). I will be designing a 3D printable part to mount to the underside of the console and retain that wire guide. Once i identified what had happened, i was infuriated because it is such a flimsy plastic boss that holds this in place- no surprise that this has happened to many other people. Does anyone have the part number for the console? I'd like to replace that at some point.
Two late now, but you should stay away even if it was $100. The amount of time and headache this machine will give to you over the years is not worth the $1000 you are saving. Unless you like to find yourself with problems to solve in the middle of a snow storm.
Making me wish I did not buy one. Just purchased st224p a month ago. Always serviced and repaired my own equipment but now my health dies not allow and no longer have the enclosure to work in cold miserable weather.
@@EliminatorPerformance I think mine is a 2018. Brand new from showroom floor. Just notice after using a few time that paint is flaking off and I did not notice that it was not correctly painted to begin with. Wishing I had kept my old MTD. Gave it away but now am sorry. O well.
More and more designs are done on computer , all of the flaws are over looked . For the money that you pay for this name is obesely not worth it any more . Profit should never , be the reason for dropping quality . This is seams all of the companies are going in this direction since they started manufacturing in China . Maybe we should bring back made in Canada or USA , Like the older machines that are still mostly running .
Right on Chris we have 30+ year old snowblowers that may not look as nice but are simply constructed with quality in mind and are still running fine today as long as a regular maintenance programme is followed.
All late model 2019 and all 2020+ models have a new metal console. They clearly messed up with these, discontinued the product, and made something else.
IT is a shame they use thin plastic bracket on a snowblower, a snowblower is suppose to work when you Have a foot of snow in the driveway, bad engineering
@@waynekoury10 it's probably the ST227, from what I've researched, they've discontinued the ST224 which had the Plastic console. Double check for me, because I'm really interested now. If by chance you have an ST224 with metal console, consider taking some photos for me and emailing them to my channel name @ hotmail . com and I'd give you a shout out in a future update video, if that's the case! I don't want to put the actual email because the scammers get it on here.
@@Bowtieguy-dh7om just google (97046860100) parts diagram. That's the ST224 with new console. It doesn't fit the old version. So they discontinued the old version and just made a new one, very unfortunate.
Yes exactly, but people (regular consumers) don't know about this stuff. I'm the kind of guy who looks at this and calls it out on new equipment. I'd never purchase one of these as it would never make it off the showroom floor lol thanks for watching!
*Husqvarna did upgrade to a metal console. The issue is, they discontinued these older models and only designed a new metal console for the 2020+ models, which includes the ST224s, as well as all newer Poulan and also grey Craftsman branded units. I've been told the new metal consoles DO NOT work on the older units, which is why they sent me the same plastic console to fix this one. As it turns out, the Husqvarna rep I originally spoke with was technically correct when she mentioned an "upgraded metal console design", sadly this was only referring to the newer 2020 models, and she failed to mention that.*
With a problem this big they should really remanufacture a metal one for the older models. As someone who just bought a new Husqvarna st224 it's a little concerning they won't fix their mistakes.
Is their any other upgrade that company has done to husqvarna snowblowers ST 227 to the new models.
I've got a ST230 with the same problem. First thing I'd like to say is that this was, by far, the best CZcams repair video I've ever seen. Clear and concise explanations with crystal clear photography. I also appreciate your attention to detail. I'd be a customer if I were anywhere near you. But I'll have to settle for being a subscriber. The tab on my console snapped two years ago in the middle of our snow season. Interestingly, the local Husqvarna authorized repair depot claimed to have never heard of this problem. Regardless, my machine was out of warranty and it was going to take them several weeks to repair it. I improvised a stopgap fix involving a couple of eyebolts supported through the console with fender washers and nylock nuts. Then I cabled the broken part to a position where the transmission works again. It's still holding together but not exactly in the correct position so the gearing is off. My plan is to order a new console and replace it before next season. Thanks to you, I can do this with confidence. Question. What do you think about the idea of reinforcing the plastic tabs with some sheet metal before installing the new console? (Or, I may just replace the console and sell this thing, warning the new owner not to exceed 4th gear.) Also, can you recommend a better engineered brand of snowblower out there today? Thanks.
It's not a bad idea (strengthening the plastic) I still have the old one laying around somewhere, figured some JB weld and some sheet metal would do it. Swap the pin for a longer bolt and I bet it would hold. Ariens professional series snowblowers, or Honda. Lots of $ but built to last
That is what I did on mine as a repair. i made two plastic sheats shaped around what was left of the plastic. I thought I got it all good, and worked fine last winter. For some reason, the metal sheets are already out of place when I picked the blower this season. It's a bummer because I felt like the smartest guy in the world to make that fix, but now I am back to hating this stupid company for these childish designs. I will never buy anything from the Husqvarna brand. They should have provided free replacement made of metal and include the work needed, in order to apologize to customers for their stupid engineers. Here I am, with a foot of snow outside and an out of order snow blower, instead.
I had the exact same break, 4 days ago. Machine is only about 3-4 years old. No way was I bringing it to a dealer, and no way was I changing that console. I drilled a small hole in the remaining plastic, positioned the fitting as close to original as I could, and mechanic wired it as tight as possible. Fired the pig up, and raced around the driveway!! Total time, about 30 minutes. Woo Hoo!! Wish me luck that it lasts. If not, more wire !!! Your vid helped a lot, thanks!!
Finally had a chance to take the panel off and clean and lubricate as shown in the video. Took less than a half-hour and about $25 in materials. The shift is now smooth like butter and I don't have to worry about the cable snapping. Thank you for the excellent video!
Wow. I'm glad I came across your videos on this unit. I have one which has served me well. But I'll have to lube up that hex shaft and take it easy on the console levers. Thanks!
It looks like there are a lot of big flat surfaces on all the high stress areas of the console around the shifter linkage. This summer, I might try reinforcing them by epoxying some steel plates to help with the twisting. Could also make a sleeve to provide more support to the pivots as well. Not much to change with the cable routing and bending though...
This problem happened to me I think it's been 2 years ago. Back then, I came up with some of my own fabricating, only as a temporary fix. I have the ST227. My fix would only allow the machine to run in like first to second gear and reverse. I ordered the new console off of Amazon. The cost was around $35+shipping. The job went much better than expected. But I totally see the week spot of this machine now. And now I am committed to keeping the key parts lubed as discussed. This is a great machine. It is a sad fact that this is it's week link . Thanks for the video
Thank you for these videos that you made on this. They helped me to replace mine. I added large, flat fender washers where the pin slides through in hopes of spreading out the pressure and twist on that thin plastic area. I guess I will find out if it helps, but it certainly can't hurt. Also lubricated the heck out of the cables and all moving parts with WD40 White Lithium grease. Noticeable difference already. Thanks!
Sad but true, today profits come before quality. Like you said a little metal reinforcement on that plastic area would go a long way towards making this assembly function for a long time. Great video showing that regular low temperature grease application on the hex shaft should prevent future failure of this breakage area.
Thanks for watching!
I'm tempted to epoxy a small plate of aluminum, or something like that. If the cotter pin hole gets covered due to the extra thickness, either drill a new hole in the pin or buy a longer pin. That's my plan anyway, should the need arise.
@@chipsawdust5816 It is an idea but not going into full reverse and putting all that extra pressure on the pivot point will likely do the job
I had that exact model. I bought it when my old MTD track drive went down in the middle of a snow storm. I hated it. Only good thing i have to say about that model is the motor was very easy to start and ran very good. the blower was used on a gravel drive way and i did adjust the shoes but i still got a few stones here and there. one little stone stopped the impeller and got jammed behind the impeller. After getting it out i managed to get finish the drive. next storm had some ice on top of the snow. less than a quarter inch. after two passed i discovered the ice had slightly bent the auger and it was causing the blower to shake. The final thing that happend before i decided to fix my old mtd and sell this was while using it for the next storm it started to have issues where it would act like the drive belt was slipping. After looking at it i saw that the belly pan was designed with an opening and disc drive system would get wet and not grip. I have never seen a snow blower with so many issues in so little time.
Great video, very helpful. Like others have mentioned I pulled mine out of storage to only having reverse then looking under the console to see plastic broken everywhere. I fabricated (cobbled together) aluminum to replace the broken section which provided the plastic it's bolted to does not break should fix the issue.
Precisely what just happened to my S224. I am so disappointed. It has maybe 10 hours on it. I've ordered a new console, and I'll be reinforcing it with either aluminum sheet or plastic with JB Weld. I'll follow your lithium grease lube instructions. Thanks so much!
Hey. Great video on maintenance and commentary on reliability. I recently bought the model down from this ,st124, and for being the same size specs , the build quality is night and day. Engine is 212cc not 208cc (from same manufacturer???). Cables are nylon coated and run on pulleys not sheathed. Drive line is steel shaft not cables. All connections on the console are steel mounted not plastic. It is a stripped down model of the st224 and built old school. I absolutely enjoy using it and think it will last 10 times as long (hopefully haven't jinxed it lol). I went ahead and lubed all critical points you mentioned and will maintain them. Next time you are in a husqvarna dealer, check these models side by side and you will see what I am talking about. I highly recommend the st124 over the st224 and even higher end models.
All the 2020 models received the new "metal console" you heard me mention in the video. The original Husqvarna rep I spoke with was technically right when she said there was supposed to be a new console with metal support. However, what she failed to mention was that it would not work with the older units, even if there were made up to early 2019
I have the same snowblower (2019) Saw your videos on this issue and lubed the heck out of those areas not long after I bought it. I must do it again before the next blow. Thanks again for all your vids.
My ST224p has the same arrangement. Honestly I never put it in 4th gear. I usually wait till we have at least three inches of snow to get it out, and 2nd gear seems to be the sweet spot. I suppose taking it back to the shed one might put it in a higher gear occasionally, but it's nice to know that might be an issue. Overall so far I've had good luck with mine. I cover it with a tarp and store it under our deck year 'round. Just this year the cables have frozen up on me; I think that's water as the last time out, the snow was pretty slushy. Time to get it into the garage and do some PM on it before something fails.
Thanks for the videos. Despite the engineering foibles, it's still a snow throwing machine that works well for me. I run it maybe half an hour at a time, and have pushed it into berms left by our friendly county snow plow (just to open up my driveway again). It works hard, and all machines need preventive maintenance. Lots of folks don't know anything about their machine, they just use it. Which is fine, but if you don't know about "things mechanical" have someone like this guy service it for you regularly.
Good video. I am sure that cold weather makes the plastic even easier to break. Thanks
Yes that's another thing I believe I mentioned in my 1st video, with sub zero temperatures, plastic becomes more brittle. Thanks for watching!
If only Husqvarna had known that their snowblowers would be used during cold weather!
Great video. Thanks! Just getting my first repair on one of these ST 224s. Broke in the exact same spot.
Thanks for the shout out! If you ever want to link up, keep us in mind!
Anyhow good to know I’m not the only NUT still working and putting out videos on Snow Blowers in 100 degree plus weather 😂
These AYP built machines are no surprise to me. Think about the AWD Mowers and how much of a money maker those are for them (transmissions, cables and LONG BELT that stretches easily. Just a money grab and job security for many others. This console really pissed me off to the point when one of these come in for repair. I tell them they bought the wrong Orange Colored Machine (Ariens Plug).
Still blows my mind how crazy expensive things are in Canada. The console I got cost me around $25-$30 US Dollars. Funny “national back order” you would THINK you would get the updated console as HUSQVARNA Promised and they send you fault one. MORE LIKE NOS…
Curious if you email HUSQVARNA…see what their response is.
Not sure why I'm just seeing this now 🤦🏻♂️ lol thanks YT, yea this stuff is super expensive and all plastic. What a joke these units are! And no probs for the shout-out, didn't want to do a step by step on this one.
Thanks for this video . after prepping my st224 snowblower for the winter today I found that mine must have broke at some point during when I stored it last winter, getting it out today or at some point in between. This helped me realize what broke. It was of course that same plastic bracket. I’m going to order the console and make sure I lube the moving bits up good this time!!!
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Flimsy plastic has no business as a key component. My ST324 has the same console and I already had to fix one handle interlock.
Hi Great Video, I have a 2015 ST224 same problem the console broke. I found a note in the extra info I found on the internet. DO NOT CHANGE SPEEDS WHILE DRIVE HANDLES ARE ENGAGED.
HOPE THIS HELPS ALL PEOPLE WHO OWN A ST224.
And as I recommend, don't go beyond 4th!
Thanks for the very detailed video, luckily I haven’t had any issues besides a broken chute base (plastic!) from a bunch of rocks and ice. Luckily the chute itself is metal..
I am now going to go through my machine and service it right. I would also like to add the shift levers all have “free play” because you have to take the lever out of the notches on top of the console… had me yelling at the video saying “look at the top! That’s why there is free play! Still not an ideal setup but it does work…
Yes it just seems like a poor design how everything is loose and flexes like that. The 2020 models now have metal consoles, sadly they don't replace the old ones, Husqvarna just discontinued the old product line
I've used and worked on many, many different brands of snowblowers. The worst machine I've ever blown snow with was a Husqvarna. The biggest p.i.t.a. machine I've ever worked on was a Husqvarna. These were both models from the mid 2000s. This video proves to me to never buy their products for myself.
The 2020 models now come with a metal console, sadly the newly designed part doesn't fit the old models.
Eliminator, This is a great video with many important recommendations which I plan to follow. If I lived closer, I would be dropping off my snow blower for a console replacement and service. Also, I wonder if there is a way to strengthen the plastic brackets by mounting a metal bracket/support of some kind to eliminate the play where the cable is connected. Thanks again for the instructional video...
Yea I plan on messing around with the old console to see if I can reinforce it. That way if I get another one, maybe I can just fix it instead of replacing. Thanks for watching!
@@EliminatorPerformance Any luck? I just ordered a replacement cable but was thinking of throwing a couple washers on that Pin that holds the cable in to see if it will reinforce it...
@@marksteblein5451 I'm thinking some washers with epoxy, maybe a bolt instead of a pin, because you'd need something longer. I haven't had time to mess around. Had many other customers bring in poulan and Husqvarnas with this console, no issues because they kept the shafts greased, all were carb cleans due to Ethanol build up
@@EliminatorPerformance I was in custom metal fabrication feild for years, if I had to fix/reinforce the plastic console, I would sandwich the weak plastic area between two pieces of 18Ga steel and fasten them with rivets.
Very good video, finally some video on Husqvarna snowthrower. Most is on Ariens snowthrower, I can see why. Owner of ST230 myself and first thing I thought when I purchased it, plastic but at the time, is a Husqvarna should be good. My has not crack yet (knock on wood) But, I was wondering can you put some metal washer as reinforcement? After watching this video, I'm gonna be much gentle when I handling the lever and gear. Thanks for the video!
Very discouraging. Husq had a chance to make good, and failed. They even lied to you about having fixed this problem. I will never buy another Husqvarna product. I'm waiting on a shift cable right now, and hoping the console won't break if it's kept lubed. Thanks for these excellent videos!
Update 12-28-21 Replaced cable, lubed shaft, works, but still too resistant to shift. Console will break next time, sure as I'm an Irishman. If I replace it with another plastic POS like this, I'll be doing it every two years. We need to find a permanent solution to this.
Thanks again for your excellent videos, they saved me lots of time.
I'm waiting for mine to be delivered. ST224 has less than 20hrs on it and the cheap plastic that holds the cables broke. I HOPE the replacement is stronger
Unfortunately it's identical
@EliminatorPerformance well,the warranty is up. Maybe I'll Frankenstein some support in there to beef it up. Seriously thought of manual linkage like a shifter with rods,springs and ball sockets. If this new one breaks☠️that's EXACTLY what I'm going to do. Cheap plastic crap
First, very helpful video. I own the ST224 and when it works, it works great but you are spot on about these design issues and crappy maintenance instructions from H (as you highlighted in the earlier video). I have been religious on the oil changes and lithium lubrication but thanks for pointing out the internals and which grease to use. I did actually open it up last post-winter season but I must have used the wrong grease because, now for the first time, my auger cable has been giving me problems (not budging unless I bring the thing inside the house to warm up). I unfortunately broke the bracket at the heated handle that holds the auger cable so I am trying to source that part. Also thanks for the advice on the 5th+ gears. I rarely use those higher gears because it is too fast for the impeller to throw the deep snow anyway.
Yeah the only time I might run in those higher gears is to walk it back to the shed. I try to plan my snow removal so that's the last place to clean before I put it away, so rarely go into the higher gears. Mostly I've used 1st or 2nd for snow throwing. Third maybe...
Call the manufacturer to task. Great job.
Thanks for watching!
I just got the 2021 version of the 227 and I can confirm that the construction is all metal. Let’s hope there is no such issues.
You'll be fine, all late 2019 and 2020+ models have the metal. Unfortunately, those nice strong newly designed consoles don't work on the older units. Thanks for watching!
Great video, hopefully they come up with a fix for this problem..
Good day Boy o boy that is something ! Yea designing something must be hard. Good video Were do u get that mystic grease? Thanks
Canadian tire, thanks for watching!
isn't silicone grease safer to use on plastic components vs. petroleum based greases? Just asking? Good video series and i like that you follow up on stuff.
I drilled a hole, and put a larger pin thru the plastic. It only goes 4/6 for speed, but it got the job done without having to wait weeks for the replacement just to have it happen again.. won’t get one again
Great video my man!!!
So the 2020 updated metal console will not fit... do you know what the differences may be? Or what models the new console will fit?... i have a ST227P.
✌️🙂💯🍻
Sorry but I have no idea what it would take to convert a plastic console to a 2020+ metal console.
thanks for this video. same thing just happened to me on the same model and year. bummer.
Maybe consider my fix. I can afford a new machine, no problem, but I'm a wicked cheap bastid, have to fix things myself!! Also, I don't like dealers, and I don't want to tie the machine up at their place for 3-4 weeks, maybe more, then get handed a bill for $325.00. 30 minutes, and I was off and running!!!
great video... cheap material is going on everywhere with all products.. . thanks for the videos and taking the time the explain everything
Excellent video. Definitely top grade professional. Thx
Wooo hooo ta for the shout out mate.. hope your and the old man are ok
Thanks again Mick!
Thanks the OLD MAN here still kicking Mick
Because of the plastic console flimsiness which I experience yesterday after a snowstorm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and after using the snowblower about 6 times only in nine years, and having it go into reverse mode with pieces of plastic on the snow, and, no quality replacement part for the console, I will never, ever buy another Husqvarna product. There should be a class action law suit for this defective product design. If anything, they should make a replacement with metal re-enforcement for the ST224! Husqvarna, you saved thousands by going plastic, but you will lose millions for doing so.
Count me in on a class action. We should ask all the money back, or the average cost of replacing this thing, and hiring other people to clear the snow on the driveway, all caused by a faulty product they sell and they refuse to fix despite the many reports.
I was given a 94 mtd blower basically identical to my 92. This 94 was really hard to shift so I cleaned greased the hex shaft. It stiffen up again soon after. Again I cleaned shaft with brake cleaner and trued garage door lube. Again it's still way stiffer than my 92. I'm wondering if I need to spray the brake clean into the wheel hub as maybe there's a residue of crap in there. Might try john deere corn head grease as well.
Hello again,
I received my new console in three days and installed it successfully. Your instruction and video was very helpful, I couldn’t have done this without it. Thank you very much. Also, I don’t have the degreaser you used to clean the shaft above the friction plate, any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you..
Just wipe as much of that antiseize they use off of that shaft, and use some low temperature grease. Go to any automotive store or hardware store, should have something like that. You won't need a lot, but it's best to keep it lubricated!
Thank you…
Excellent video
Did you mention the labor time? I have done two. No more. Clients come, I show them the problem, the deliberate weakening of the console so it breaks. Poulan Pro PR240 uses the same console. The PR240 manual says no need to lubricate the hex shaft. WTF?! One of the replacement consoles I got brand new from HOP was already cracked. They know the issue. They sent me another one free. I asked if they wanted the old one back. No, they said.
Yea I'm really disappointed with these, what a terrible design. And yes, manual doesn't say lube the hex shaft lol "lifetime lubrication" is their way of saying we slapped some antiseize on it lol
So Husqvarna has lost me as a customer due to this crap! Absolutely ridiculous that I pay for the name and get an absolute shit product. I have had more issues with this than my extremely old Craftsman. First month I had the dam Husqvarna the sprocket came off! I put it back together and within 5 mins it was off again. I had to go buy a locktite compound that was good for 65,000 sheer strength and I have not had any issues in the last 4 years of owning this for the sprocket issue. Other issues have pissed me off also but that is for another time. Thanks again for your videos it helps me save a ton of money with preventative maintenance.
Unfortunately the time that we live in even a great company like Husqvarna who has a long history of manufacturing high quality robust machines has gone to pinching pennies in the engineering and manufacturing process to meet their bottom lines.
Great video, I will make sure I follow all your maintenance advices, fortunatly with the amount of snow we get up here I rarely go above second gear :-)
Nice find...OK...looking to get a ST224 ..It's now 12/13/2023 is it a safe buy???... Is there a way to tell at the dealers if it's the new updated console just by eye???...Thanks again
Thanks for the update. Watched the original on Monday after I realized mine was broken. My axel shaft was pretty rusty. I hit it with some pb and tried to clean it up but it's not perfectly clean. Should I take off the axel and clean. Whats the best way for me to clean it up? Thanks for the videos.
Just move it to one side (you'll have to hold it if the cable or plastic is broken, and clean it with a wire wheel like in my video. Maybe every emery paper, fine sand paper for metal, use some oil on it for lube when sanding. You could completely take it out but it's not needed. Husqvarna did upgrade to a metal console, sadly they discontinued this older version and created a whole new console for the 2020 models that don't fit on the older ones.
👍Thanks for the help.
Yo yo me old mate.. wow that's a shame he can't use 5th it's in great condition too
He absolutely can, I just didn't feel comfortable risking it!
So the st 224 I bought today should be good to go on the crackage? Seems to have metal support brackets. (Edit) Appears they fixed their defective design on my model. Thank you for covering this issue.
Yes, all 2020+ models are ok! The issue is, they simply discontinued the older models and made new ones, instead of designing a new console that would fit the old ones.
The same dang thing happened to me. i'll get it fixed then sell it.
This was very helpful. Thank you.
I bought my 2014 ST224 two years ago, used. The seller gave me repair records showing that the dash panel was already replaced related to the chute adjustment. Part # 58 13 12 04. My gear shift assembly has now failed as you indicated, breaking where the cable is secured under the dash panel. From your video I see the new part # should be 581 13 12 12 though this will still be plastic and the bad design. I can order the dash panel and wait several weeks or more, I'm told. Because the panel was replaced once before I sure hate to replace it again, with something still flawed. So...I wonder if I can just drill another hole next to where the original broke? Or fabricate some new type of gearshift lever closer to the trans box or frame, maybe with a shorter cable. I don't care if the lever is by the panel or not. I just want something to work and not break again. Any ideas? thanks for the really good video and honest appraisal. Husqvarna could have come up with a better mousetrap but they let it run its course til 2019 or so. Terrible.
You are right, I was getting ready to get a replacement, but why bother spend all the hours of work and deal with this crappy machine if their new console is just the same buttery plastic. What I am thinking to do instead, is find some sort of manual rotating crank to wrap the cable around and change gears that way. I would have to find a way to attach it somewhere or leave it hanging underneath, but who cares. All I need is to make the blower work 1-2 times a year for a driveway. Why spending time on Husqvarna parts that will certainly break again. What they are doing is an insult to human intelligence, and I don't like my intelligence insulted :)
Do you have any videos on how to fix a z hook on the auger handle for a Husqvarna?
Good practical advice thanks.
The speed cable routing is wrong on ming and almost a 90 degree turn on the back of the mounting clip.
Yes that was an issue I found, almost like they want them to break.
So if you can do the maintenance before the plastic snaps on the console would one of these be worth $600? Or just stay way from these completely? Thank You
It has to be maintained and not shifted over 3rd gear I'd say or else it's not worth much. The consoles are getting more expensive, and are now on back order because so many are broken. So you'll have a snowblower you can't even run.
@@EliminatorPerformance Thank you for your reply!
Why do the wheel on my Husqvarna sometimes they don't turn and then they're fine sometimes
I like your videos you can actually see what you're talkin about🎉 and I think you take the time to actually explain what things do and how they work
Do you need to drain the gas and oil before turning the snowblower upon end?
You don't have to, just make sure after you lower it down, that you let it sit for a while for the oil to drain back down before starting it.
@@EliminatorPerformance thank you
Hey
My friend has a stihl bg86c. Leaf blower that's not running correctly at all. He's put new gas line &filter,air filter, new carb,checked all the head bolts for proper tightness,spark plug etc it won't rev up. Any bloody ideas mates????? TIA
Could be the carb? It's hard to say when it's not infront of me, sorry I cant be of much help.
Hi, I just bought a ST 224P today , I'm not sure if it has a plastic console or not, but I know it now comes with new engines and this model (P) stands for power steering, now after watching this video, I wish I had not bought it, of course I can always lubricate the axle shaft .pivot point and never go passed 4th gear ,if this is the only thing that could go wrong, I should be grateful not remorseful. what guarantee do I have with a different manufacturer ? they may have metal console but worse engine/ drive system flaws, right?,
The 2019+ models have completely different consoles with metal underneath them. These older models have been discontinued.
@@EliminatorPerformance You are right, I just picked up my new ST224, it has metal console, External LED light, I used it today for the 1st time and loved how it performed, so I'm now back to loving my new blower and have zero regrets, I still follow all your recommendations on lubrication, it would be great to see a new/updated video on the new gen st224 blowers.
Would it hurt it at all to just remove the return spring? I feel like that's not necessary in the first place
So because it's a cable, you need some form of return pressure created by the spring to pull the cable back. My understanding is that the tension is simply too much, and in the higher gears it puts more stress on the bracket. I'm going to flip up the other snowblower tomorrow and count the coils on the torsion spring, as this one may have been wrapped more, because the other one didn't feel like it had the same tension.
@@EliminatorPerformance that makes sense I'm not use to cable machines after thinking about it if it was my machine I think I would take that heavy spring off and mount a weaker one elsewhere
My Husqvarna 224 did this to me yesterday while plowing snow. I've had it for about 4 years, and have only used the think probably 4-5 times. it's ridiculous how cheaply made this was, and they will likely fail at some point. legitimately a reason for a class action lawsuit because they know the design is garbage and should be sending out free replacements.
I purchased a st224 in spring of 2023 and everything is made of metal except top cover.
This crap happened to me this weekend- sorta my own fault, as I shifted the speed knob while still engaged, and it cracked the plastic retaining the speed wire guide, looks very similar to yours.
I was able to jerry-rig it and put 2 holes in the center of the 2 walls in the main boss, and used a plastic threading screw to hold the wire guide back in place (well, close enough for it to go about 1/2 speed). I will be designing a 3D printable part to mount to the underside of the console and retain that wire guide.
Once i identified what had happened, i was infuriated because it is such a flimsy plastic boss that holds this in place- no surprise that this has happened to many other people.
Does anyone have the part number for the console? I'd like to replace that at some point.
There’s one by me for $500. Like new. Would you stay away from it?
No, just lube the axle shaft and don't go past 4th gear!
Awesome thanks man. Great video btw
Two late now, but you should stay away even if it was $100. The amount of time and headache this machine will give to you over the years is not worth the $1000 you are saving. Unless you like to find yourself with problems to solve in the middle of a snow storm.
very nice i like it
When I type mystik into ctc search it finds nothing.
www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/mystik-low-temperature-grease-400-g-0280862p.html
@Eliminator Performance yes. When I just searched grease it showed as a related at bottom. Not in stock anywhere though.
JJJJUNK. wow. that is just Pi$$ Poor. you did a great job zooming in and showing that plastic flexing.
Husqvarna eh? wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
I was minutes away from buying a used one. After seeing this, I think I'll pass.
If you want Husqvarna, get the ST227 it's much better then the ST224
@@EliminatorPerformance Good to know. I read some reviews and a few describe the same kinda console breakage as the 224.. Have you seen any? Thanks
Making me wish I did not buy one. Just purchased st224p a month ago. Always serviced and repaired my own equipment but now my health dies not allow and no longer have the enclosure to work in cold miserable weather.
The 2020 models have the newly designed metal console, the 2019s cannot be upgraded using the new parts unfortunately.
@@EliminatorPerformance I think mine is a 2018. Brand new from showroom floor. Just notice after using a few time that paint is flaking off and I did not notice that it was not correctly painted to begin with.
Wishing I had kept my old MTD. Gave it away but now am sorry. O well.
More and more designs are done on computer , all of the flaws are over looked . For the money that you pay for this name is obesely not worth it any more . Profit should never , be the reason for dropping quality . This is seams all of the companies are going in this direction since they started manufacturing in China . Maybe we should bring back made in Canada or USA , Like the older machines that are still mostly running .
Right on Chris we have 30+ year old snowblowers that may not look as nice but are simply constructed with quality in mind and are still running fine today as long as a regular maintenance programme is followed.
Yes nothing beats the metal bracket with a metal rod that's threaded on both ends giving you room for adjustment, thanks for watching!
That console is not as good as the ones about 5 yrs ago. They’ve gone cheep.
All late model 2019 and all 2020+ models have a new metal console. They clearly messed up with these, discontinued the product, and made something else.
IT is a shame they use thin plastic bracket on a snowblower, a snowblower is suppose to work when you Have a foot of snow in the driveway, bad engineering
Just bought one, under my console it,s entirely made from steel
What's the part number?
@@EliminatorPerformance I should clarify, I just bought the snowblower, not just the console.
@@waynekoury10 it's probably the ST227, from what I've researched, they've discontinued the ST224 which had the Plastic console. Double check for me, because I'm really interested now. If by chance you have an ST224 with metal console, consider taking some photos for me and emailing them to my channel name @ hotmail . com and I'd give you a shout out in a future update video, if that's the case! I don't want to put the actual email because the scammers get it on here.
Wayne Koury I would like to see a picture of your console
@@Bowtieguy-dh7om just google (97046860100) parts diagram. That's the ST224 with new console. It doesn't fit the old version. So they discontinued the old version and just made a new one, very unfortunate.
Just fix it with metal to help this person....typical repair
People need to stop buying this garbage- the companies would quickly change their tune
Yes exactly, but people (regular consumers) don't know about this stuff. I'm the kind of guy who looks at this and calls it out on new equipment. I'd never purchase one of these as it would never make it off the showroom floor lol thanks for watching!
I won't be buying Husqvarna, because of that plastic crap. That for the video.