Yarbo snowblower auger broke a belt. Nothing out of ordinary, driveway was icy, and few chunks got in there and broke the belt, belt seems to be very strong, but not sure why it broke that easily. It also broke few shear pins, but I was able to replace them. I had to get local hose/belt shop make me…

Hi there, I’m really sorry to hear about the issue you’re running into. I’d like to clarify that the reason we request photos or videos is that they’re required to properly verify the issue and initiate a replacement through our support process. This helps us make sure the correct parts are provide…

Mine broke on it’s 1st attempt clearing 1” of snow. Not only the belt broke, but also the plastic gears leaving the module useless. I have a ticket in and waiting to hear decision as well. I do have have pictures, but not of the wife.

Gears should be aluminum and something catastrophic happened if those broke

I just looked further. Yes, gears are metal, it appears the belt broke. I haven’t heard back any solution from support. Does anyone know exact part number that I can purchase on Amazon or elsewhere? [IMG_2563.HEIC] [IMG_2564.HEIC]

Yarbo Specs. And the breakdown. That thread may have an amazon link in it.

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