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Old 11-18-2019, 11:50 AM
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Hey guys,

I just purchased a nice QA42A snow thrower for my 149. Does anyone know what length lift rod I need and also what length belt ? I know I can mount it all up and measure but I still have my deck on as I have many oak trees and a mow n vac that wont be removed for a few more weeks... I'd rather not have to mount and un-mount all that more than I must. Thanks for any help or direction
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Old 11-18-2019, 12:22 PM
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The drive belt for a 149 w/QA42A snowthrower is: IH-55053-C1 which 1/2" x 30"
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Old 11-18-2019, 09:47 PM
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Post 3 shows the adjustable lift rod I make
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I have the same snowblower, but on a 1650. It looks like the lift rod would be 1/2" round stock. I know from other ones they are bent on the ends. What is the center to center length of the rod? Any answers.....
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Old 11-26-2019, 09:13 AM
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I think you can use a chain with clevis links on each end. Once you have the length figured out you can swap it for a rod if you like
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The rod on my 1450 w/QA42A thrower is 26.25" center to center
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Hi. Newcomer here. I have a 71 149 and I am wondering if one of these adjustable rods will give me the ability to raise my QA42 snowblower up a little higher. I have an issue coming out of my shed of the snowblower bottoming out before I'm completely off the ramp. Any help/advice will be much appreciated. Be gentle, I'm a rookie ! LOL !
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I think you can use a chain with clevis links on each end. Once you have the length figured out you can swap it for a rod if you like
I like that chain idea. It may allow the snowthrower to float a bit more on uneven ground.

I find myself setting down the snowthrower, then moving downhill, and as I crest the hill, I have to drop the snowthrower a bit more as its no longer touching the ground.
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Welcome to the forum KCbuzzi. Disconnect your lift rod and then lift the snow blower by hand. This will tell you how high it will go. Be sure your U joints are in alignment on the snow blower. The adjustable lift rod from Jeff works well. I have one on my 149 with a Qa36a snow blower. Have a great day.
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