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

I can't figure out which model to get. My local dealer doesn't have the L1428e (the one I want) and doesn't think he can get anymore this season since he sold a bunch already. He has the three I mentioned above in stock. I like the idea of the bigger 13.5 Snow Max engine in the Signature Series. I like the Sig Series one because of the features and the Easy Turn steering. My fiancee might have to use it if I'm away and I'm traveling. I also like the construction of it but the $600 increase from the 1226 is hard to justify. Is the Easy Turn good for turning in both direction or just one. Is there a big enough difference in power between the Snow Max 13.50 and the Snow Series 11.50?

I'm not sure I want the 1226 because it has the 11.50 engine. I currently don't need anything bigger but hope to buy a house with a larger driveway in the future. I'm wondering if she could handled the the size of the 1226 if needed?

And lastly, the 1224 would definitely work for what I need now.  I'm not sure if it would work in the future but I could always sell it and get what was needed. It is appealing because of the price and that it has the same size engine as the 1226. I don't mind the manual chute control but wish it had the remote deflector.

Can anyone help me decide? This forum has been a huge help and led me to Simplicity. Now I just need to figure out which one is best and which one I actually need.

go with the I1224E. according to a dealer i know, he says same engine, lighter machine. i'm gonna buy one 850.00.

My advice is to stay away from the electric chute rotator and go with the manual. Electricity and water don't mix. Frankly I think it is a little silly to have a "Joystick" control on a snow blower. Remember that snowblowers are used in the worst of conditions and frigid temperatures, blowing snow and ice are bound to freeze up an electric chute rotator. When buying s snowblower it's best to keep things simple and avoid the frills.

Summerwinds wrote:
Making waaaaaaay too much sense.

so what not to like on the L1224E same engine as 1226 lighter and easier to menuver about 8 hp which should be strong enough for any job. real good price so why spend more and get the job done with this model at hundreds less. simplicity quality.