I have been lusting after the differential version ( a.k.a. "DLE") of the Ariens blower for some time now. Along comes the remote axle lock on the "LE" versions and I am now having a tough time justifying the extra expense for the differential. As far as I can see the blowers are identically made except for the traction control system.
Has anyone had experience with both machines? what if anything are the OPERATIONAL or CONSTRUCTION differences.
I clear anywhere from 20-30 relatively small driveways, agility, turning and ease of manhandling are the main things I am looking for. I was just about set on the 926DLE but the 11528LE is looking very good.
The ideal solution would be to have both and do "head to head" testing -- Anyone in Ariens QA looking for a volunteer? My rates are reasonable
