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Re: Ariens Deluxe 24
#1   Oct 29, 2009 2:47 pm
perhaps buy from the dealer...if you have an problem they may 'bump' their customers ahead of HD shoppers...should there be a wait.
Re: Toro Snow Blower single stage-buy 221E E/S or 221QE E/S? Or Ariens 2-stage?
#2   Oct 28, 2009 3:32 pm
here in PA those Toros are a little cheaper.  Our HD also has SnoTek by Ariens.  I think the 24" was $599.  It looks the same except its all black, has a plastic shoot and chinese engine...no idea how it will hold up to the comparable Orange model.  I have an older toro 3350 (I think) single stage.  Is great int he snow but if I am getting a foot I try to get out every 6" or so.
Re: SNOWBLOWER Simplicity 522E or Honda HS520C
#3   Oct 20, 2009 10:55 am
I only post because I have a 13 year old Simplicity.  My only comments are regarding servicing.  I have no doubt designs have changed but sevicing mine is a royal pain.  You essentially have to remove the top cowl, back cowl, auger...almost dissasemble the whole thing just to get at the carb!  It was always a surcharge when it went in for service and the guys in the back never looked real happy about it.  My newer toro however is very simple to access everything.

Like I said, design likely has changed but I'd ask the dealer on each model you are interested in: 'Hey if I want to drop the bowl, whats involved?'

Re: Older Ariens Snow thrower issue...
#4   Oct 1, 2009 12:10 pm
I did find a manual it notes the position of the bowl could affect the float...I think I have it right though...will check.  With the bowl off the float moved freely.
Re: 2009 Snow Blower Purchase
#5   Sep 30, 2009 8:09 am
HD has Sno-Tek by Ariens...looks like the same 'orange' unit but painted black BUT with a chinese engine.  22" = $499.  I think the 24" is $599.
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