DavidNJ: I don't understand how you equate politics to your never ending, over analysis of your future snowblower purchase. That said, I believe that when it is all said and done, you will indeed end up with a low end snowblower and continue to beat up all the higher end quality snowblowers. You sound like someone who has way too much time on their hands and not enough real world experience to appreciate high end OPE.
I've read your numerous posts bashing Honda snowblowers yet you've never had the pleasure to operate one - not even in a showroom let alone a snowstorm. I've used several different makes of snowblowers over the years and can tell you hands down that Honda (IMHO) is the best. Amortize an extra 200, 300 or 500 dollars over the years' and it's chicken feed in the long run. Buy a good quality product and you'll enjoy using it instead of wondering if you made the right choice 2, 3 or 5 years down the road. Go out and try some of these snowblowers at a dealers showroom and then buy the one that really WOWS you. Who cares if it's a few extra $$$, you're only here for a little while - you might as well enjoy the ride!
Toro Wheel Horse 522xi GT, Honda HS928TA, Honda HS621AS, Honda HS520A, Toro CCR3000 (work in progress), Honda HS624WA (sold 08/23/2010), Stihl BR550 Backpack Blower, Stihl MS250, McCulloch MS1635, Honda EM6500SX Generator
