Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I am thinking of buying a track conversion kit at my local ariens dealer for my Dad's 9526dle.  I would think that the tracks would help out the old man keeping pressure off his back, due to the fact of the tracks keeping the sno thrower much more level on the ground without having to pull up on the handles so often to keep the front down

my question is anyone else have tracks? Im not really worried about the price and Ive used a friends cheaper built honda with tracks and I think they are interesting.  But what are the downfalls

any response would be appreciated, thanks.

Meanwhile back to reality.

It might be worth while thinking in terms of getting a smaller machine that will put less strain on the back. The only other thing other than have someone else do it would be to go the tractor route.

BTW - What reasons are there for getting a tracked unit?

1. Traction - I've seen some comments claiming this isn't one;
2. Auger height adjustment without tools;
3. A suppressed desire to drive an Abrams.