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syracuse
Joined: Dec 5, 2006
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Toro 826 LE or Ariens 926 LE ???
Original Message Dec 5, 2006 11:05 pm |
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I just stumbled across this web site tonight when I was searching for any reviews I could find on 2 snow blowers that I'm interested in. I am excited to see all the knowledgeable people on this site who have such great advice. Can anyone give me their opinion on these 2 snow blowers? Before I came to this site I was steering towards the Toro 826 LE, as I have heard friends who love their Toro's. After reading up on the comments here from owners on Ariens, I'm starting to wonder if they make a better machine. I live in Syracuse, NY where we get record snowfall every season. We often hit 200 inches of snow each winter. I have a 2 car-wide driveway that can park 4 cars long. I currently have an old John Deere (15 + years old). It has given me so much trouble the last few years, I'm tired of putting a few hundred dollars into it each winter. I'm looking for a reliable snow blower that will last a long time. I'm guessing that both brands make good machines, but want to spend my money wisely. I'm definately buying from a dealer (not Home Depot as I've had bad experiences with them in the past). The price is close....the Toro is on sale right now for $1,050 and the Ariens is on sale for $999. Any feedback on these 2 models would be greatly appreciated. I'm going to purchase my new snowblower by next week, as the snow is flying here in Syracuse. Thanks everyone! Happy Holidays. Jim
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RickJ
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Joined: Nov 30, 2006
Points: 35
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Re: Toro 826 LE or Ariens 926 LE ???
Reply #6 Dec 9, 2006 12:12 am |
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I've been hearing a lot of bad things about Ariens lately. One dealer that I stopped at sells Ariens and Simplicity, and he told me to not waste my money on the Ariens. He said they weren't nearly as good as the Simplicity. My local small engine repair shop told me that he's had a lot of complaints from customers about their new Ariens. So I'm curious, has Ariens quality declined in recent years? Or is this some kind of backlash over them selling through Home Depot? I really wonder how many of the problems that I've heard about are due to poor assembly from the Home Depot kids.
1995 Simplicity Sno-Away 860 Snowblower, 2001 Craftsman POS lawnmower
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tavish
Joined: Dec 12, 2006
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Re: Toro 826 LE or Ariens 926 LE ???
Reply #8 Dec 12, 2006 5:19 pm |
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I have the Toro 826 and its great. It really clears the snow. The only problem I have is that if i'm not careful I will put the snow on the next driveway. The neighbours cheapy blower can't send it back!!
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MandMLawnmowers
Joined: Dec 13, 2006
Points: 7
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Re: Toro 826 LE or Ariens 926 LE ???
Reply #9 Dec 13, 2006 5:19 pm |
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I am a retailer for both manufacturers (not snow equipment as I am in florida). The only thing you need to ask is where do you get it fixed when it breaks, and what are the usual costs involved. Both companies make fine products, but not all retailers will support these products equally. I you choose a retailer that has a huge amount of toro inventory then they will most likely support toro more than ariens, and vice versa.
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