I also am in the market for a new or used snowthrower. I have a cabin at 6,800 feet in the Sierras. We currently have about 6-7 feet of snow piled up around our cabin. Storms can bring 2-3 feet of snow at a time. For the past 4 winters I have been using a Craftsman (made by MTD) 9 HP 27 inch. I have decided I need to upgrade. I have been thinking about the simplicity or snapper based on the reviews on this website. There is a used 8 hp tracked newer Honda on craigslist, that I also was thinking about, but I am wondering if it is big enough for the job I have. The intake height is not that large. I also was wondering about Poulan Pro and Husqavarna... but they are made by AYP? Probably wait until spring /summer and get the simplicity or snapper if I can find it on sale.
But does anyone have experience with a tracked 8 hp Honda dealing with 2-3 feet of snow at time?
