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I just purchased a 1332le (got a great deal see my earlier post). I found this sight and started reading and had questions similar to yours. I haven't tried the DLE but I find the 1332le with the remote lock easy enough to maneuver and I'm sure the aluminum gearcase will last. If the gear case ever goes I'll replace it with the cast iron one if possible. I do have 3 years to see if I can brake the gear case and get a free replacement :-). I like having the wider cut and bigger motor but wish I had the battery.

I don't mind not having snow at home. I still pray to the snow gods for heavy snow in the mountains :-)

I have a pretty straight  runs so turning isn't an issue. My main concern was the longevity of the LE vs the DLE.  Looking at the LE I'm sure it will last. Oh and saving close to 1K on the LE vs DLE was a factor. Now I'm torn between wanting snow and enjoying the warm weather which =  lower heating costs.

Thanks Frank. I've got the Porter Cable ready to go for the wax job. I will be running German Castrol 0w-30 in the Ariens. That's the oil I use in both my cars so I have some stock.

I live just north of Boston and it can be feast or famine. Some years 1 big snow fall to having 10. I picked up the LE yesterday and will stay with it. I'm going to do the break-in today. Thanks for your comments