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. 

The crank rod for the chute does rub against the cables, it was either the drive engagement or auger engagement cable.  On the 1132, it was a tight squeeze.   I went to the hardware store and bought some plastic tubing 3/8" or 5/16" ID.  I cut a 4" section, slit it in half, and slipped it over the cable.  If this tubing wears out, I'll just slip another one on.

It is good that it is getting easier.  When I cranked the chute rotator, it was a bit tigher than my 2011 model.  I was surprized by number of changes for 2012 model.  I think your 2012 model is much quieter than mine yet powerful.

I don't have a light so it is not as tight - the light wire harness adds to the thickness.   For 2012 HS928, the light comes as a standard feature which is the reason for the extra tightness. 

If the Chute is resistant the bolts holding it down were overtightened, back them off a little till they no longer cause the chute to bind. I used a 100% synthetic all purpose grease to lube that contact area because it is very water resistant, and will not harden the way lithium grease will.  Moving the worm gear was not necessary.  I also purchased stainless steel bolts for this as the salt from the road will corrode the metal fast on the chute and its hold downs.  The rotation shaft and gear is already stainless.  Another Honda Plus.

I think by buying my Honda 928 that I have jinxed this winter.   This is the first year in a long time that it has barely snowed (less than 4 inches total) and been so warm in the Cleveland area.  Bummer - bring on the snow and cold - want to use this Honda!

Be patient, it will come in big waves.  Snow that doesn't get dumped on Chicago usually builds up momentum and unleash on Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.    .  Well mostly on Indiana.  Something to do with a big pond and lake effect snow.