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

We didn't have much snow, about 5 inches or so. But we had to get out so time to try out our new Toro 1028. I've gotta say compared to our Honda 928TAS the Toro feels really really light. My wife can't believe how light it feels and how easy it turns. She still has trouble with the quick chute but in a few storms she'll have it down pat. From the pics you can see how the machine is almost as big as she is. She was a little nervous using it but we are getting another 8 inches by tomorrow night she'll get more time using it.

Enjoy the pics. I hope they come out.

Did the dealer show/give you the old engine parts that he claims to have replaced? I've seen sleazy dealers claim that they performed warranty work but didn't do the work that they claimed under warranty. I always ask to see the parts that were removed in any type of work I allow a mechanic to do. I do my own small engine work but if I bring an auto in for maintenance (i.e. timing belt and pulleys), I ask for the old parts before they start the work. I do the same with certain motorcycles that are more complicated to work on such as engines with dual over head cams. It's a complicated job to adjust the valve lash on them. As well, specialized tools and a variety of shims are required. When I bring the machine in, I tell them that I want to know the clearances before and after the work was done as well as what size shims were removed and added. When you ask for this info, it lets them know that you're at least somewhat aware of the work they're about to do and not completely ignorant. Helps keep them honest.