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12-06-2010, 05:58 PM
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Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Somewhere between OOB & west of Watch Hill
Posts: 35,270
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Snow Blower
Small driveway and path, really want to put less miles on my back this year.
Any suggestions for a smaller and inexpensive snow blower? Figure one and a half cars as I just go in in 4WD
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12-06-2010, 06:08 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,543
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Lots on craigslist. I got an older Ariens 24" repowered with a 7hp Tecumseh. Fresh fuel and oil change just done. I am happy I got one with electric start. My back thanks me every storm. You should be able to find the same for $300-450. Or make Mr Moriarty an offer he can't refuse.... he has two!
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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12-06-2010, 06:15 PM
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BuzzLuck
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Brockton
Posts: 6,414
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You'll regret smaller! Look for the best deal you can find on a 2-stage, 24" at least 8Hp IMO.
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 Given the diversity of the human species, there is no “normal” human genome sequence. We are all mutants.
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12-06-2010, 07:00 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Lexington, MA
Posts: 1,940
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get 2 stage and electric start.... you want a blower that can throw heavy wet snow without getting clogged in the chute....spray the chute with PAM anti stick cooking spray for heavy wet snow
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12-06-2010, 07:02 PM
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Old Guy
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Mansfield, MA
Posts: 8,760
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You'll never regret it, once you got it, even the dogs what paths now.
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12-06-2010, 07:44 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,805
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DEAR JOHN R
PLEASE purchase the BIGGEST Narliest
roughest most heavy duty wicked MOTHER
of all snowblowers ever created so it won't even snow....  |
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12-06-2010, 07:46 PM
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Old Guy
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Mansfield, MA
Posts: 8,760
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raven
DEAR JOHN R
PLEASE purchase the BIGGEST Narliest
roughest most heavy duty wicked MOTHER
of all snowblowers ever created so it won't even snow.... |
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12-06-2010, 07:58 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: RockVegas
Posts: 3,228
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John, you've seen my driveways. I'm guessing roughly the same size as yours? I have a Toro 826 Power Max for close to 10 years now. Never any problems and it just chugs right on through stuff that's deeper than the bucket. 8hp, 26" two stage with electric start.
I went to a power equipment dealer that sells most of the major brands. They had Toro, Ariens, Husqvarna, Troy Built. They all have comparable models in both size and price. So, I asked the guy, "all things being equal in size and price, which do you choose?" He told me Toro. They have a 2 year warranty vs 1 year for the others. A more rugged gear box and they see fewer Toros returned for problems than the others.
So, I bought the Toro and have been happy with it. Honestly, I think they're all okay and you can't go wrong with any. Unless you're buying a machine with an OHV twin motor, they all use the same motors.
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The future ain't what it used to be. --Yogi Berra
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12-06-2010, 07:58 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2002
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Quote:
Originally Posted by striperman36
Sunday
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How much Professor of meteorology?  |
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12-06-2010, 08:40 PM
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BuzzLuck
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Brockton
Posts: 6,414
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Given the diversity of the human species, there is no “normal” human genome sequence. We are all mutants.
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12-06-2010, 09:04 PM
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Soggy Bottom Boy
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Billerica, Ma.
Posts: 7,260
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I have had good luck with my 2 year old Craftsman, 26" 8 HP
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12-06-2010, 09:49 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: S. Easton
Posts: 1,676
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4-wheeler
Guys,
I prefer the polaris 500 with a plow....
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12-23-2010, 06:25 PM
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Old Guy
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Mansfield, MA
Posts: 8,760
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Quote:
Originally Posted by O.D. Mike
Guys,
I prefer the polaris 500 with a plow....
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Nope, not heavy enough, I like the 2-stroke better to tow the pto mower attachment |
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12-24-2010, 12:22 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Holyoke, Ma
Posts: 1,183
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I perfer a V snow plow for my chevy 2500hd hahaha
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12-07-2010, 05:02 AM
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Permanently Disconnected
Join Date: Nov 2002
Posts: 12,647
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Toro ST724
get a small frame machine john. It will be more than enough to do it. Won't kill your back because it's lighter. Stay away from big box stuff though. Cheaper stuff inside. Plastic vs cast gears.
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12-07-2010, 05:52 AM
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Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
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The Model I use is a Sean 1.0....runs rough when I have to start it early in the Morning, But it is pretty dependable 
I understand you have a Liam 1.0.....good solid Model too.  |
"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
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12-07-2010, 06:38 AM
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Permanently Disconnected
Join Date: Nov 2002
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I have a Thomas 1.0 and Jeremy 2.0 and I find they make alot of whining noises, also both tend to start the job and never finish so DAD has to finish. Very unreliable and they're both out of warranty 
Anyone got a fix for the whining? 
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Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman
The Model I use is a Sean 1.0....runs rough when I have to start it early in the Morning, But it is pretty dependable
I understand you have a Liam 1.0.....good solid Model too. |
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12-07-2010, 07:14 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,805
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I DON'T LIFT SNOW ANYMORE.....i JUST PUSH IT AROUND
AND THAT is the strategy
I am like totally Psyched because the Toro Snow Blower SALTY sold me
just started with ONE pull
and is out there idling right now....
i was dismayed because i had left some gas in the TANK
and was thinking Oh "F"  carb rebuild , but the gas additive i used
worked like a charm... so now , i can work on other stuff instead.
Last edited by Raven; 12-07-2010 at 10:46 AM..
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12-07-2010, 09:53 PM
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Old Guy
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Mansfield, MA
Posts: 8,760
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raven
I DON'T LIFT SNOW ANYMORE.....i JUST PUSH IT AROUND
AND THAT is the strategy
I am like totally Psyched because the Toro Snow Blower SALTY sold me
just started with ONE pull
and is out there idling right now....
i was dismayed because i had left some gas in the TANK
and was thinking Oh "F" carb rebuild , but the gas additive i use
worked like a charm... so now , i can work on other stuff instead. |
Like rain ponchos for the outside for this weekend. glad you bought the snowblower that steered the storms south for the WINTER |
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12-10-2010, 11:08 AM
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Registered Grandpa
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: east coast
Posts: 8,592
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Raven
I DON'T [COLOR="Blue"]
i was dismayed because i had left some gas in the TANK
and was thinking Oh "F" carb rebuild , but the gas additive i used
worked like a charm... so now , i can work on other stuff instead. |
Key is to use a gas additive , Sta bil etc., all year long, and in all small engines
ONLY use supreme gas.
Ethanol kills small engines.
When storing, run engine dry with a small amount of carbmaster then if
it's a metal tank fill to the top with a with the gas mix, prevents rust, with a plastic tank drain it completely. |
" Choose Life "
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12-11-2010, 09:51 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,543
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Something like this, and take it to a shop to get the once over initial tune up.
Ariens snow blower |
“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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12-28-2010, 05:28 PM
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Captain Pete
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: CT
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Quote:
Originally Posted by justplugit
Key is to use a gas additive , Sta bil etc., all year long, and in all small engines
ONLY use supreme gas.
Ethanol kills small engines.
When storing, run engine dry with a small amount of carbmaster then if
it's a metal tank fill to the top with a with the gas mix, prevents rust, with a plastic tank drain it completely.
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My snowblower/lawn repairman is recommending a higher than 87 octane also on all lawn and outdoor equipment. Apparently most of the companies have recommended the change due to the changes in gas lately. Something to do with the lack of lubricants (in the 87 test gas ) affecting the plastic and rubber parts in these engines. |
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12-10-2010, 06:22 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 5,945
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Quote:
Originally Posted by #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&
I have a Thomas 1.0 and Jeremy 2.0 and I find they make alot of whining noises, also both tend to start the job and never finish so DAD has to finish. Very unreliable and they're both out of warranty
Anyone got a fix for the whining? |
shoe leather (yours) applied directly to their "stern"
Old School remedy, time tested, proven positive results...
however, in this day & age of "lightweight" oil..
it is not "PC" anymore, hence, the increased tolerance for whining and coddling, and "lightweight" oil.... |
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12-25-2010, 01:16 PM
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Hardcore Equipment Tester
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Abington, MA
Posts: 6,234
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These are the ones that throw over the house, great deal for someone handy
Free snoblower |
Bent Rods and Screaming Reels!
Spot NAZI
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12-28-2010, 08:45 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,543
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So how did everyone make out with their machines of choice? Much of the area I had to clear was hardpacked by the wind. It was also higher than the top of the machine's opening. I would plow into it, let the augers undermine it, pull back and hit it again. Often had to knock it down though.
After 3-4 hours, the machine started to stall when the impeller must have been overloaded. At least I that
s what I think. If I disengaged the auger/impeller when it began to struggle, it would return to normal. Also started to hear a clunk when engaging.....I will explore that today. Any thoughts on that?
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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12-10-2010, 07:22 AM
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Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&
I have a Thomas 1.0 and Jeremy 2.0 and I find they make alot of whining noises, also both tend to start the job and never finish so DAD has to finish. Very unreliable and they're both out of warranty
Anyone got a fix for the whining? |
Just don't let your wife Fire them up......they usually have a tendency to gum up the Fuel Line w/ cookies and hot cocoa. Then blame you when they stall.... |
"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
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12-10-2010, 07:53 AM
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Afterhours Custom Plugs
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: R.I.
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grab an old ariens- real workhorses, mines 20 yrs old and does a great job.
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12-10-2010, 08:16 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,805
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman
Just don't let your wife Fire them up......they usually have a tendency to gum up the Fuel Line w/ cookies and hot cocoa. Then blame you when they stall....
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you have to feed them CARBS for a good steady BURN |
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12-07-2010, 03:15 PM
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Captain Pete
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: CT
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Lots of good suggestions.
I've had a lot of luck with an equipment/lawn mower dealer in my area.
Bought an old Bolens snowblower for cheap. Electric starts the way to go. Its a beast. Does the job.
Over the years I've picked up a chipper and one of those large walk behind leaf blowers. This thing is the shiz.
I guess the guy takes these things in on trades, works them and sells them.
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12-07-2010, 03:41 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2004
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I looked at some recently in Hommies and was suprised how cheap they were when you consider what it cost to have your driveway plowed and the time it saves. The payback periods prob. about 2 winters. I wish I had room in the garage for one.
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