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I am thinking of buying a track conversion kit at my local ariens dealer for my Dad's 9526dle.  I would think that the tracks would help out the old man keeping pressure off his back, due to the fact of the tracks keeping the sno thrower much more level on the ground without having to pull up on the handles so often to keep the front down

my question is anyone else have tracks? Im not really worried about the price and Ive used a friends cheaper built honda with tracks and I think they are interesting.  But what are the downfalls

any response would be appreciated, thanks.

Yea so I just realized the recall that was issued in may for the briggs motors........I knew I should have gone with tecumseh oh well.  Anyway, what do they cover in this recall, is it simply a carbeurator modification or is it a full engine replacement, and would it be worthwhile you think if I simply just asked the dealer to put on a tecumseh engine instead?  Wouldnt mind the cost if it fixed the issue forever