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Old 01-08-2018, 07:51 PM
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Suggest reading up on and maybe seeing in-person a Honda machine. I have an older HS928 machine and only wish it had a bigger width to reduce the time to clear snow. I bought it used and am convinced it is the last machine i will need. Starts with the first pull (easy to pull start) but has electronic start too. Lots of other excellent technical design features. They are pricey though....

We get a good amount of snow each year here mostly due to lake effect (coming off Lake Erie).

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Old 01-08-2018, 07:58 PM
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I have used Hondas for more than 40 years and never had any problems. I have sold a couple of them after 20 years of use, not because I had a problem but just because I was afraid it could happen after so many years. My driveway is more than 300'. I have used the one with tracks and not wheels.
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What did you wind up purchasing?
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Old 02-11-2018, 07:48 PM
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I really like this Ventrac snowblower for home use and it looks like a lot of fun to use!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-Qia40KxSU

Takes care of 24-30 inch snowfalls with ease.

https://www.wired.com/2015/01/turbo-diesel-snowblower/

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Old 02-11-2018, 08:03 PM
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I have two snowblowers the Cub Cadet 945 (45 inch width) and Ariens Professional 32 (32 inch width) with 12V starter and Hydrostatic transmission.

The Ariens is a much better machine. The infinite speed transmission is great, the 12V electric start is better than 120V electric start because you can re-start if if you are outside. It is also built very well.

The augers on the Cub Cadet aren't built anywhere near as strongly as they should be and there is only one belt from the engine to the impeller--there should be two.
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I have two snowblowers the Cub Cadet 945 (45 inch width) and Ariens Professional 32 (32 inch width) with 12V starter and Hydrostatic transmission.

The Ariens is a much better machine. The infinite speed transmission is great, the 12V electric start is better than 120V electric start because you can re-start if if you are outside. It is also built very well.

The augers on the Cub Cadet aren't built anywhere near as strongly as they should be and there is only one belt from the engine to the impeller--there should be two.


Hydrostatic transmissions are awesome!

Just make sure you throw on a descent battery maintainer (not a so-called float charger) to keep that battery in top shape.
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Old 02-12-2018, 11:03 AM
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I have two snowblowers the Cub Cadet 945 (45 inch width) and Ariens Professional 32 (32 inch width) with 12V starter and Hydrostatic transmission.

The Ariens is a much better machine. The infinite speed transmission is great, the 12V electric start is better than 120V electric start because you can re-start if if you are outside. It is also built very well.
Gary, I have the Ariens 30" Platinum and while it has 120v start only(plus recoil) it can easily be re-started outside (extension cord) but once it's started and warmed up it's an easy one pull start on the recoil system.

I too am more than pleased with my Ariens, my second one in the past twenty years.
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Old 02-12-2018, 04:21 PM
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http://powerequipment.honda.com/snow...dels/hs1336ias

I have the Honda Hybrid, with tracks, an articulating front end, electric start. Previously, I had the top end Toro. The Toro is a toy compared to the Honda. I have had it for 3 years, it is a breeze to operate. Everything is powered. It never slips. Does not get stuck. A petite woman should have no problems.

It easily clears 8 inch snow falls and more. It breaks through drifts with aplomb. I have zero regrets, although the Ventrac diesel is quite impressive.
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Old 02-24-2018, 03:04 AM
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Allegedly Honda makes the best. I went with Honda based upon recommendations.
I can't compare it against others, but mine is great, doesn't clog at the chute, and it's very powerful.

Here's what went wrong with mine so far:
The blade is connected to the shaft with a soft break-away style bolt. If you hit a rock it snaps and the blade won't turn. It's a mechanism to protect the gearbox. When the blade no longer turns, the blade clogs with snow. It sucks replacing the bolt on a cold metal blade covered in snow.
Also the belt drive popped off, but it was repaired under warranty and the place I bought it from made it very easy, no hassle, and they came to my home to fix it.

Other than that it's a dream.
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Old 02-28-2018, 06:53 PM
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cub cadet is a cheaper but still decent option
John deere as well, but they just might be ariens now....
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