woodchuck76
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Snowblower
I'm with Hornett22, Go with a Honda you will be impressed
I'm with Hornett22, Go with a Honda you will be impressed
The point is, if you ever saw a honda and any other snow blower operating side by side, there would be no contest.did you have a contest and take measurements?
The point is, if you ever saw a honda and any other snow blower operating side by side, there would be no contest.
I wondered how long it would take for Honda to come up. I think it's safe to say if Honda builds something it's going to be among the best. I just wish they didn't cost so much.
did you have a contest and take measurements?
This snowblower throws snow decently .... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BahOwtQrvuo
No problems with the Tecumseh engines on any blower I've used, and I used to make my living clearing snow with blowers. Change the oil and you'll be fine with B&S, Tecumseh, or Honda.
In terms of brands, Ariens, Simplicity/Snapper (they appear to be the same unit), Toro, and Honda seem to have the best machines in terms of build quality and durability according the the folks on plowsite and elsewhere. Toro probably has the best dealer network, at least in the places I've been. Rumors of JD's quality going downhill persist, though I see lots of newer JD 2-stage machines in service and working fine. If long-term durability is your primary concern, the top-of-the-line Ariens have cast iron auger/impeller gear cases, too.
For my money, I'd probably go with Ariens or Simplicity for a large-frame model, and the Toro 522 for a small-frame machine. These units seem to have the best reputations as solid performers, and the little Toro is super simple and looks to be nice and nimble.
That said, I don't have much first-hand experience with the new machines since I'm still running a 1968 John Deere...
you can get parts and service.yeah they cost more but you sure get A LOT more.get something repaired at the big box stores.toro and ariens used to make good stuff.not sure if t hey still do.i'd say if you bought one from an authorized dealer you would be OK.
i have a yard machine, 10 hp.
but, to be honest, i usually grab the shovel and do the driveway just for the excersize.
unless it's too deep or too heavy.
+1. Great exercise, so long as it doesn't get to deep or wet and become frustrating. If it's light and if you're working on a smooth surface, this thing is awesome:
It is angled and allows you to make neat windrows as you would with a plow. Much better than most snow pushers, and far better than conventional square-ish snow shovels.
This ol' girl fires up from hibernation after 3 pulls. Introducing the 'Crusader'. Not sure of the year or make but it really shoots the snow. Not as nice as yours computeruser, nice job on the paint. I gotta get me some of those chains....
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