Trying to pick a replacement for my Craftsman single stage snowthrower that I am replacing due to difficult starting and since it is generally inadequate in clearing my drifts,EOD, and heavier accumulations.
Background:
I have an 80ft flat, paved driveway, appx 20ft wide and a bit of side walk to clear. Although NOAA says my average snowfall is 24"/yr, some years we don't seem to get any and other years (such as last year), we get about double that, some times in the 12"-14" range. I live in a windy area where drifts get in the 2' + range. Storage of unit with clearing width to 30" is not a problem.
Choices:
Budget $1000-$1500.
Toro 826LE or 828LXE-I have several good service/dealer locations nearby (price $1099/$1399)
Simplicty L10530E-Having a Simplicity Tractor, I know the dealer fairly well-average as far as service/support (price $1499)
Ariens 824E or 1027LE-Dealer is about 20mile away, don't really know him. (price $999/$1200)
These were the ones I was considering, I see +/- to each. Let me know what you think or if you need more info. Thanks
This message was modified Sep 7, 2007 by EdwardoKarochio
