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RedCoupe
Joined: Nov 20, 2005
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New 11526DLE, have motor question???
Original Message Nov 22, 2005 5:25 pm |
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I just purchased a Ariens 11526DLE.(11.5HP, 26", DLE), delivery is tomorrow. I noticed in product literature the 9.25HP and 11.5HP Tecumsuh motors have same displacement. I believe they're 318cc. Anyone know the technical differences between the two motors and Tecumsuh achieves the additional 2.5HP?
Bob....
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nibbler
 
Joined: Mar 5, 2004
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Re: New 11526DLE, have motor question???
Reply #10 Nov 25, 2005 9:38 am |
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Nibbler, two points...1. The $200+ extra cost of the 11hp over lifespan really isn't my issue, it's a matter of what am I paying for? Is it vaporware or is it a tangible difference? So far no one has been able to identify "anything' that explains any significant difference, certainly not $200+ dollars worth of difference. I'd love to stand corrected on this, at whch point I'd buy the 11hp. At this time it looks foolish to fall for the vaperware option. 2. There is "NO" difference between the 9.25DLE and the 11.5DLE, none! So it's not the blower machinery as you suggest. Thanks for the thoughts... Actually if you re-read what I wrote you will see that I didn't suggest that its a difference in the machinery, I said that you can speculate. I also offered my opinion which was that it was simply a matter of people being willing to pay for something they percieve is bigger and flashier. You can imply from that the I don't think there is a significant difference. I.E,. Its vapourware As far as there being "NO" difference, there is an obvious one, the stickers are different  . I haven't found anything significant, even the weights are identical. What I got out of the other, longer discussions on the HP rating on the engines was that although there might be a differnce no one had a definitive reason.
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RedCoupe
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Re: New 11526DLE, have motor question???
Reply #11 Nov 25, 2005 1:17 pm |
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My appologies if I misinterpreted your reponse or seemed unnecessarily strong in my comments. I understand your points and I think we're in full agreement. The tone of my comments were no doubt influenced by my frustration in seeking a simple clarification from these manufacturers. This is a new experience for me, forgive me. I really appreciate your comments, experience in this area and now your patience. Bear with me and thanks again.
Bob....
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