94. M/S 1 Replacing the boots on my Snapper Rider 

This just might be the best series of instructional videos I've ever seen. If you aren't a professional teacher, you should be.

Thanks again Jimmy for sharing your simple most valued wisdom and experience. Watch over again great

Jim - I just want to thank you for your clear, simple, useful videos on repairing the Snapper riding mowers. My wife and I recently acquired a used Series 14 rider (with 9 HP engine and 28-inch blade.) Thanks to your videos I soon learned how to replace the missing axle boots, how to find and replace the safety switch under the seat, how to replace the drive belt and the friction drive wheel and a bunch of other info that would have utterly mystified me were it not for your videos. I also began to appreciate how simple, sturdy and reliable these machines are. If they gave a Pulitzer Prize for How-To videos on RU-vid, you would deserve one. In lieu of that, I’m sending you a small token of thanks via PayPal. Sincerely, A grateful viewer in Georgia, USA

Your snapper series is very well done. Thank you!

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You are a dying breed there Sir and I respect your skills. I had a neighbor years ago that knew everything about equipment repair and he had every miscellaneous screw, bolt, washer you name, in his garage. You remind me of him. I will be replacing my boots on my 2007 snapper this weekend and will use every second of your video.

I just found your channel today (4-30-2020) and I have four older Snapper riding mowers in varying stages of disrepair. The information you share is much needed and greatly appreciated! Thank you!

I love this video sir. You made it so simple being I have been given a 9hp rear engine snapper. Look forward to seeing more of your videos. I want to restore this one. Thanks.

Jim very well expkained 😂

Get'n ready to replace boots,driven disc ( with liner.....I agree with you on the metal banded brake,The liner setup is iffy,reckon we'll see) first polishing the hex,then adding StaLube Moly to sliding gearbox ( as well as filling both gear box & chain case with said lube) ,then Ft steering rod bushings,new belt,LOF,full synthetic,then sharpen & balance the blade.Thank you kindly from one Pro to another.....Ralph BTW & for your tips n tricks.....My 28 Hi Vac's driven disc rubber went completely away & ate at the drive plate a bit....Pulled the spark plug,got my 90* die grinder with 40,then 80 grit paper on the plate while a budie pulled the starter rope slowly...Re-surfaced it,with out removing any material to speak of, like a charm 😎

I respectfully went a different way. I was just about to the cut slots method when I went another way. For $70 I bought a 5 ton gear puller at Harbor Frieght Tools ! Some of the best money I've ever spent. I came around the corner with that 5 ton puller and I could almost hear my Snapper "Oh hell no. Here's the hub, I surrender.". It only took 4 pumps !

I followed your instructions and replaced boots, belt, and clutch disc. Everything seems to be working like new. Thanks to you and RU-vid. You are a wealth of Snapper knowledge. Thanks, again.

Both new boots arrived and ready to put them on thanks to your clear explanations!

super job, you are a great teacher--many thanks

Your videos are great. Informative and to the point. Thanks so much.

Just got my new boots. 2ea the same size, and with this video it will be a breeze to install. Thanks Jim!!

Thanks for the video. Changed mine this afternoon with no problem.

Thanks again bud just ordered new boots today 👊

Thank Jim.. put all the info it has been amazing. I purchased my first Snapper a few days ago it is a rare motor Drive after watching your videos I can now maintain it and repair any mechanical problems that I may have I am proud to say after watching your videos I have got a great deal on my new Snapper Mower it's in the 80 model but isn't perfectly operating condition thanks again gym

great video jim! AS ALWAYS!

Fine video! I am looking forward to trying to fix my old snapper!

Great video. Nope you didn’t go too fast at all. I just hit pause on my phone. Decided to tear it down before I ordered parts to make sure I didn’t need additional parts. The chain case was dry, no fluid inside, I’m thinking corn head grease would work well in the chain case.

I was given one of these mowers last week. I was able to replace the boots thanks to this video. I had to put a puller on the wheel hub to remove it. Thank you sir!

Thank you Sir! I will get right on it!

I had to replace mine and I covered them when finished with plastic soft drink bottles around them held on with wire ties; stops stick, etc from tearing them up.

Your video is super helpful thanks

What's the answer to your question: "How important are the boots and do you really need them?"

New sub .I love these old Snappers. I have a Snapper 28" Hi-Vac that I am replacing the 8 hp b and s with a 14 hp b and s.

Thanks Jim

Thank you so much Jim I now have a running mower the fuel shut off switch was bad

Thank you again Jim wiil do

One quick question-when you take the left fender off, is there any possibility of the mower collapsing to that side? Most would still have the deck on while doing this, and the added weight could be a factor. I know you have to have done it this way at some time. Just a quick yes or no. Thank you

Jim: I have been trying to get the wheel hub off for a week off and on with no luck. I did cut the two slots in the hub prying them apart, used WD 40,of course used a puller. Even heated the hub but again no luck.

Great video Jim. I replaced my clutch disk today (using one of your videos as a reference) and I noticed that the boot closest to the clutch disk had a couple holes in it and grass and dirt had gotten in. Only saw holes in one boot but will probably go ahead and do both while I've got it apart. Is there a certain type of lubricant that I should use on the shaft? I have a one pedal 28" RER, Model 281223BVE and I think it has short boots on both sides, but I'll double check before ordering. Thanks so much for doing these videos. Snapper should use your videos as repair guides for DIY folks.

Have you ever had the gear come off of the short shaft? When I took it apart it all seemed fine I pressed it back on gonna try it again

These videos are great! I'm trying to replace the boots but the center chain case and clutch assembly won't just slide off the hex shaft. Everything is detached and nothing is holding it. It won't slide in either direction, left or right. Any ideas? It looks so simple in the video.

Series 15 boots: Appears to have 2 originally (17083 & 17084) but now seems they are using a pair of 7075115YP which do not have the extended neck. Should I be trying to find old stock or just use a pair of the 115's?

Hi Jim, I have subscribed to & like watching your videos. With that help my son & I successfully replaced the boots on my 2009 28" snapper rider. However, I would like to know much to torque the 12-20 nuts on the rear wheel. So far, I have been unsuccessful in obtaining that info & would appreciate your help. Thanks for all your help.

Mr. Jim, I am undertaking the task of replacing my boots and I have two questions for you sir. What side play os allowed between the axles where the shims go and in which gear do you obtain the measurement? The second or third question that I have for you is my mower won't go fully into reverse. I did catch the handle on a pole once upon a time and my neutral gear is difficult to find at sometimes. I believe that my gear lever is the culprit. What is your thought on that problem? Thank you for your replies in advance. Don

Hi Jim- just bought a craftsman rear engine 12.5 hp rider from my sister. Love it but was wondering if it's the same in maintenance as the snapper- just the color green and the part numbers are off of course. 28" and bought a bagger for it- very hard to find but i managed to find one-

Jim how much side to side play should I have? Seems a bit much on mine but not sure.

Numa Newbern, Thats what she said!

Jim... I have a 85 model. Do the rear hubs have bushings or just spindle? I have alot of play side to side on the rear left side. Thanks

Do you grease or cleanup the hex shaft while you have that apart?

Seems to me that to make it easier they could come up with some boots that wrap around the axles and seal in some way, velcro, snaps, glue or something to keep from having to disassemble the rear end to do this.

Jim- I have grease leaking from the right fender side. I have replaced the boots. There is a lot of side play in the wheels so I wondering if grease is leaking from the excessive play? Thanks William Davis

Looks pretty simple. Thanks for the easy 1-2-3 steps to get these changed. I just bought my used Snapper M280291 and an using your videos to help me get the things fixed that were neglected over the years. You are a good man to do these for us. Question: My Snapper doesn't have boots in place. What else should be looked into and how to I know if I need to add shims for any end-play on the hex shafts, etc. Any pointers for an old snapper that may have other things needing replaced while in this area? I will close inspect the plastic bushings :( but what about inspection on the metal ones? Things to look for wear, etc? Thanks in advance and please keep up the great work in helping us keep the Snappers, going :D

What is the part number of the longer boot? My diagram only shows one part number for both!

I have a Snapper 1433 and cannot locate the Lube nipple on right side of unit (upright position). Doesn’t this model have one? Thanks.

I have gear lube that is leaking out of my transmission into the boot. Of course my boot has a little hole in it. Is the lube supposed to leak past the transmission body onto into the boot?

What do you do if your chain case is rusted to the axle?

It would be helpful and faster if you would say what size tool you are working with. Thx!!!

So how do you tap the wheel nut out when the wheel is in the way? After you do that, how do you take the wheel off when it is stuck. Mine 18 years old, never been off, still covered with red paint. While I appreciate your getting to the point, too much hard stuff is skipped in my opinion. Otherwise, thanks for the video.

Where can I buy the boots with the extended neck

Do you need to grease the axle at all before you put the new boots back on? Love the videos by the way. Snapper brand is the only mower I have ever owned, got that love of the brand from my dad.

Hi Jim It did start with a little gas there is gas in the carb bowl what is that electric wire on the bottom of carb bowel thank you from Ron

Jim still no start removed kill wire fire one time and no start What do I need to ck next ? thank you

I just bought an old Snapper that has been repainted and has a donor engine installed. Where would I find a model number on it? Is it stamped? Thanks.

Hi Jim I'm replacing my rear bumper on my snapper Rider the part number is 70 36 36 7, I'm getting a little sticker shock at the price. Everyone's about $125 bucks, seems like a lot of money for a bent piece of metal. Thanks for your time, Joe

why can't they come up with a boot that comes in two parts which can interconnect to allow installation without removing the tires, etc.?

Hey Jimmy I see a lot of questions good ones NOT ANSWERED. How about it good buddy. Where to buy Grease axles Chain Seals leak Rusted

What can I do to get the flange off

WHICH VIDEO SHOIWS HOW TO CUT THE FLANGE

Any tips how to get it off the ground so can work on it?

Hey Jim, you mentioned in earlier videos that some boots were better than originals, which one was it? About to do this on my 2nd Snapper, thanks! Kevin

Hey Jim, my Snapper from 1987 (Model: 28086) needs new boots. Are both boots the same size and part number nowadays? The last time I went through replacing boots, I seem to recall there being a long and a short boot, with different part numbers, in the past. Can you confirm one way or the other? Thanks

The solenoid on the bottom of carburetor was bad

Mines alttle different I have a 1991 model

How about some Grease on the shafts before putting the boots back on?

this boot desighn sucks and I wont replace mine again. ran my last snapper 10 years with torn boots. worked fine. just spray shafts with wd40 and keep mowing

Where do you get tha plastic dust cap from. At the 11 min mark on your video. Can’t find that sum bitch for the life of me. No body talks about that price of shit, both sides are dd sizes