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    Jan 19, 2011, 08:01 AM
    Craftsman snowblower wheels won't move
    My craftsman snowblower wheels stop moving sometimes, can I lube the belt or tighten something?
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    Jan 19, 2011, 08:32 AM

    Belts are NEVER, EVER lubed...

    If they slip they need replaced because they have hardened or need tightened... assuming it's a belt drive.
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    Jan 19, 2011, 08:53 AM

    Right, don't lube the belts. With a model number we might be able to help more.
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