Snow Blow Jobs

[Shades]

Farmers Almanac are suggesting this may be a "many" shovel winter, so I am contemplating buying a snow blower. Don't have a lot to do so was looking at the electric ones. Has anyone had experience with the electric snow blowers? Thoughts on electric vs. gas....Input appreciated as a I contemplate a "snow" job

 

[huckfinn]

Lol...I thought this was a new twist on a blow job!

I have used both.....electric are a pain, cords, especially if you have a large area to clear.

Gas are great, but make sure it has enough horse-power.

 

[Born2Star]

(I was expecting a video here lol !)

Skip the electric one. Go gas and two-stage unless you only have a sidewalk to do.

 

[FAST]

(I was expecting a video here lol !)

Skip the electric one. Go gas and two-stage unless you only have a sidewalk to do.

Good advice.

I have a gas 2 stage,...can handle just about anything.

A neighbor has an electric,...reminds me of a shaver when he tries to move anything over a couple of inches, neighbors with gas 2 stage blowers,...have to come and do his drive for him.

FAST

 

[Shades]

I just have a short drive, maybe 50 ft. and sidewalks....thanks for the comments on the electrics...kinda thought they would be next to useless. Would a smaller 1 stage do rather than a bigger two stage? Any suggestions on brands? Lots to chose from at the box stores, never sure the guys providing advice there really know...Thanks

Sorry about the "catchy" headline...but it did get your attention

 

[Mr. Piggy]

I just have a short drive, maybe 50 ft. and sidewalks....thanks for the comments on the electrics...kinda thought they would be next to useless. Would a smaller 1 stage do rather than a bigger two stage? Any suggestions on brands? Lots to chose from at the box stores, never sure the guys providing advice there really know...Thanks

Sorry about the "catchy" headline...but it did get your attention

I have a Canadian Tire brand Yardworks with I think a 305cc engine and a 26 inch scoop. Had it 8 years and have had no issues with it so far. Paid $1100.00 when I bought it and it came with a 4 year warranty.

This is the newist version of what I have.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/yardworks-26-in-243cc-2-stage-snowblower-0603753p.html#srp

 

[b821332]

Just Suggestion

My snowblower is 27 years old!
Buy a snow blower that has sufficient power for the job.
Do Regular maintenance. IE Change Oil, drain fuel tank at the end of the season.

USE High Test Gasoline! Regular has Ethanol which will, over time, eat the fuel line.

Empty the Fuel "can" at the end of the season so you can start fresh at the start of the next season.

B8

 

[FAST]

Just Suggestion

My snowblower is 27 years old!
Buy a snow blower that has sufficient power for the job.
Do Regular maintenance. IE Change Oil, drain fuel tank at the end of the season.

USE High Test Gasoline! Regular has Ethanol which will, over time, eat the fuel line.

Empty the Fuel "can" at the end of the season so you can start fresh at the start of the next season.

B8

You beat me, my last one was 20 years old before I upgraded to a 2 stage.

Sounds like we both know how to maintain equipment, and make things last.

FAST

 

[franci]

I have a single stage Toro. It clears a 4 car driveway plus the pile of snow that the snowplow leaves behind. Never had an issue with it. It's light and easy to manoeuvre.

 

[Nickelodeon]

I have a single stage Toro. It clears a 4 car driveway plus the pile of snow that the snowplow leaves behind. Never had an issue with it. It's light and easy to manoeuvre.

This will do it unless you live somewhere with a ton of snow and a 100 yard driveway. Even the local pro's use these because of their maneuverability.

 

[dirkd101]

Gas all the way and big enough to handle your driveway. If you are on a street that is more or a main street and the plows come by many times, buy the best you can. That slushy shit at the bottom can kill you and your machine.

 

[pusher69]

Electric is a waste of time. Go Gas.
Electric requires an extension cord that can handle the cold as well you have to be aware of where the extension cord is at all times. The only downside of gas is the fumes.

Unless you have acres of land or driveway to clear... a shovel will do you best.

 

[Ceiling Cat]

For me a two stage for the driveway and walkway. A small electric snow blower for light snow and steps. Two stage machines can be had for about $700 at the low end.

 

[t.o.leafs.fan]

For your size of driveway, I'd go with a single stage...unless you get a lot of end of driveway snow from the plows.

 

[lomotil]

Farmers Almanac are suggesting this may be a "many" shovel winter, so I am contemplating buying a snow blower. Don't have a lot to do so was looking at the electric ones. Has anyone had experience with the electric snow blowers? Thoughts on electric vs. gas....Input appreciated as a I contemplate a "snow" job

A good snow shovel is better and faster than an electric snowblower. Electric snowblowers do not have sufficient weight, power, size and traction to push significant amounts of snow and working with the electric chord is extremely tedious.

 

[Ceiling Cat]

I just have a short drive, maybe 50 ft. and sidewalks....thanks for the comments on the electrics...kinda thought they would be next to useless. Would a smaller 1 stage do rather than a bigger two stage? Any suggestions on brands? Lots to chose from at the box stores, never sure the guys providing advice there really know...Thanks

Sorry about the "catchy" headline...but it did get your attention

You can not go wrong with a two stage. The one stage snow blowers go for about $500-600 for slightly more you can have the lower end two stage. Even when it snows lightly, a two stage is still useful. I push the snow off the steps and on the walkway then I push the snow to one side. On the driveway I push the snow to the sides or into the middle and then use the two stage to blow the pile away.

 

[Goodoer]

2-stage is probably too much. I'd go with the single-stage gas unit as well. I have an old Toro 2-stroke still going strong for the past decade. Honda or Toro.

 

[Shades]

Thanks for all the great input....electric out, now will go and see what deals are to be had for single and 2 stage blowers....and then of course, I could stick with the shovel! Upside of the shovel, is the need for a massage after every snow fall

 

[trucker269]

I have a 2 yr old Ariens 2 stage snowblower, 13.5 H.P.gas powered as well as a 6.5 ft 2 stage blower hooked to my diesel powered tractor. it can snow all day long every day all winter long and I know my driveway will be clear of snow

 

[DshRipRock]

I live in Oakville and have a 1 Stage. It's a Honda dont bother with the electric start. Fits in the garage easily Starts easily will last forever.