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

Looking at the pictures from Honda.com, the new 928 and 1332 models have auto choke and new exhaust systems.  Perhaps with the new exhaust system, the blower will be much quieter just like HS724. 

Good choice!  You won't regret it when the big one strikes.  Take good care of it and it'll outlast you.  And don't forget to grease the auger shafts so they don't freeze up.  Get a few spare shear pins too, especially if you have gravel.

Thanks for the tip.  Looking forward to using it!

Dr_Woof wrote:

I can send you some shear pins if you like as long as you are not from Nigeria. 

MN_Runner wrote:
I'm in Illinois, very close to Minnesota.  :)

I consider you a friend so just let me know when you need some.

Thanks - funny about Nigeria.  I am from Ohio.   Do the shear pins break that easy and are they simple to replace? 

MN_Runner wrote:

I also have 2011 Honda HS928WAS.  I have yet to break any shear pin and it is very easy to change or check for tightness.  I lived in Columbus OH from 1977 to 1979. It does snow a bit in OH.

MN_Runner wrote:
Thanks.  I've got a few spare shear bolts on hand.  Probably takes me about 3 winters to break all of them, unless I'm reckless. 

DBV1 wrote:
Congrats on your new HS928, it's a great machine.  Having a snowblower makes it more enjoyable to clear the driveway and EOD.

The shear pins are actually shear bolts because they have threads.  The metal is very soft and will break easily if overtightened against the nut.  All it needs is a snug fit, that's it.   Don't wrench down too hard.

The shear bolts are easy to replace because they fall right out when broken.  Just line up the new bolt to the hole, spin it on the nut and you're done.  The only hard part is that small 4mm or 5mm hex nut that requires taking off gloves and use your bare fingers, without dropping the nut in the snow.   Of course, it will be easier if you have a 10mm socket and ratchet.

Columbus is a good city! I live in the Cleveland area and we get our fair share of snow thanks to Lake Erie. MN_Runner wrote: