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JeffM


Joined: Dec 27, 2008
Points: 20

Swapped newer Toro for older Ariens....
Original Message   Dec 27, 2008 7:43 am
I just swapped a 3-year-old Toro 1128 OXE for an Ariens 1332LE (924128)...because I wanted/needed a larger machine.  Can anyone date this Ariens?  It appears to have very little usage (scraper blade is almost unmarked, chute has just a few marks).  The Toro is a great machine, but I really need the extra size. 

Well???  Did I just blow it????   Go ahead, I can take it...
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Snowmann


Joined: Dec 3, 2003
Points: 494

Re: Swapped newer Toro for older Ariens....
Reply #14   Dec 29, 2008 10:49 pm
I'm not sure it would be a good idea to get too crazy with the engine pulley. If you go too far, you'll reduce belt life and/or possibly cause the belt to jump. A different length belt may also be required.

There is a track drive kit that would slow the unit down (40%), but it's pricey and may also have some other attributes you're not looking for.

PK
pvrp


Joined: Nov 14, 2008
Points: 151

Re: Swapped newer Toro for older Ariens....
Reply #15   Dec 29, 2008 11:12 pm
Snowmann wrote:
There is a track drive kit that would slow the unit down (40%), but it's pricey and may also have some other attributes you're not looking for.

I'd forgotten that I could turn this machine into a DLET with the kit, which would be very nice speed
and traction-wise. I was originally looking at one but went for wheels because I have to clear an
elaborate wheelchair ramp which has hairpin turns in places.   Still the tracks may be the best
solution.  Thanks.

Paul
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