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YKW1
Location: Central Connecticut
Joined: Dec 3, 2005
Points: 17
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New Husqvarna Snowblower
Original Message Dec 3, 2005 12:15 pm |
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I just picked up a new Husqvarna 10527SBE, wanted to get the Ariens 926LE but everyone ran out of them. Looked at the Toro but was over my budget for the features I wanted. I liked my older Areins but it just didnt have the power for the heavier storms and the EOD. Also my drive is single wide 85'+ long, and due to an adjasent drive I have to double blow the snow for about 35 ft. I liked the power steer, and remote hood deflection feature on yhe Husky. Does anyone have this machine and if so has it lived up to your expectations? Im hoping for some snow in the next couple of days to try it out.
Ariens ST524 (1989 Vintage) ****** Husqvarna 10527SBE
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jubol
Location: Dover, De
Joined: Oct 3, 2003
Points: 1558
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #8 Dec 4, 2005 11:20 am |
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YK, Download the parts description,. If you have the parts number that you need, you can check prices at sears and many othe parts suppliers. Much cheaper than a husky dealer. Fred
Husqvarna STE927(11.5HP) snowblower, MTD Pro Series 18/42 Lawnmower, MTD 6.5 HP Self Prop Lawn Mower, Weedeater 1500 Blower, Web Gensis 2000
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YKW1
Location: Central Connecticut
Joined: Dec 3, 2005
Points: 17
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower update: my review
Reply #9 Dec 4, 2005 1:25 pm |
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Only had maybe 2" of wet snow but took it out anyways. I started it up and WTF the impeller isnt spining. I take off the belt cover and find the belt off the lower pulley. I had to drop the whole front end assy to get the belt back on. (And yes it was prepped by a "professional dealer" Then I needed to adjust the skid plates to get scrapper lower, not a complaint, except the cheap bolt snapped. Probebly I used to much tork, after all I was in a pissed off mode still. Every time I have it in any higher gear than 1st , The front end does a wheelie, way to lite . ( Would a weight bar help)?? I liked the power steering, but wished the chute would rotate atleast another 10 degrees in each direction. I also never got the power cord with it. Not that I have an outlet to plug it in, just a note I find the klink pins very easy to remove. In fact to easy that Im afraid they may get knocked off in heavy snow and ice and lose a wheel. Better have spares handy Did I make a mistake?? Should I have gotten the Ariens 926LE??? Of course its Sunday so I can't call up and scream at my dealer... And Im a little descusted as I write this... Gee doe's it Show
Ariens ST524 (1989 Vintage) ****** Husqvarna 10527SBE
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YKW1
Location: Central Connecticut
Joined: Dec 3, 2005
Points: 17
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #10 Dec 4, 2005 3:06 pm |
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PS: I forgot to mention it was very easy dropping the impeller section to facilitate replacing the belt. It was actually eaiser than replacing belts on my old Ariens ST524 (1989)
Ariens ST524 (1989 Vintage) ****** Husqvarna 10527SBE
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jubol
Location: Dover, De
Joined: Oct 3, 2003
Points: 1558
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #12 Dec 6, 2005 11:14 am |
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YK, What is the story on your Husky blower?? fred
Husqvarna STE927(11.5HP) snowblower, MTD Pro Series 18/42 Lawnmower, MTD 6.5 HP Self Prop Lawn Mower, Weedeater 1500 Blower, Web Gensis 2000
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YKW1
Location: Central Connecticut
Joined: Dec 3, 2005
Points: 17
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #13 Dec 6, 2005 7:57 pm |
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I havent had a chance to get back to the dealers yet. I have calmed down since I posted Sunday, just kind of over reacted. After replacing the belt it ran fine. I think I just need some operating time to get used to it. It handles a lot different than my old 5hp Ariens. With out getting into a Proffesional series Ariens, must of the machines seem very similar in and around the same price range. Hopefully we may have a snow storm last in the week so I can get a chance to try it out again.
Ariens ST524 (1989 Vintage) ****** Husqvarna 10527SBE
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Skilbarton
Joined: Dec 9, 2005
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #14 Dec 9, 2005 10:33 am |
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Hi: Well I did a surgical strike at my local Husky dealer and walked away with the 10527SBE for $1070. Including tax and delivery. This is the first time in my 56 years that I have ever stood behind a running snowblower. I just got it and ran it through the 5 inches of snow we have out there right now. I assume it is more Snowblower than I will ever need. Very easy and intuitive to use except for the left power steering lever which is hard to use with the throttle in the left hand. I assume the adjustable thing at the end of the chute is awesome if you never had one. Later today, I'll have to go out and finish the job after the plows come by and I'm gonna run a path around the back yard for the pet greyhound. I'll post after I finish. Dave
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jubol
Location: Dover, De
Joined: Oct 3, 2003
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #15 Dec 9, 2005 12:44 pm |
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Skilbarton When you go to blow on a lawn, set the scraper about 1 to 2 inchs high. Saves your lawn!! fred
Husqvarna STE927(11.5HP) snowblower, MTD Pro Series 18/42 Lawnmower, MTD 6.5 HP Self Prop Lawn Mower, Weedeater 1500 Blower, Web Gensis 2000
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YKW1
Location: Central Connecticut
Joined: Dec 3, 2005
Points: 17
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #16 Dec 9, 2005 4:03 pm |
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Just got done w/ 8-10" wet snow, it cut thru like butter. Still having problems getting used to the steering lock levers, I keep grabbing them for wheel and auger activation. Im used to my old Ariens which had bottom levers. After my drive I then went and did 3 niegbors just for fun. Going to change the oil this weekend after I let it warm up, to tired and cold to do it now. Also need top make a few cable adjustments, but I guess thats to be expected. I checked out the Ariens 926DLE with the 9.5 OHV , real sweet w/ the differencial. A heavy duty machine. Just couldnt see spending the extra $500.
Ariens ST524 (1989 Vintage) ****** Husqvarna 10527SBE
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jubol
Location: Dover, De
Joined: Oct 3, 2003
Points: 1558
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Re: New Husqvarna Snowblower
Reply #17 Dec 9, 2005 4:12 pm |
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YK, How far did it throw the wet snow??? If you Husky owners will email me, I'll give you the site for the repair manual that you can download for free!! fonions@comcast.net Fred
Husqvarna STE927(11.5HP) snowblower, MTD Pro Series 18/42 Lawnmower, MTD 6.5 HP Self Prop Lawn Mower, Weedeater 1500 Blower, Web Gensis 2000
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