We got up this morning and even though the snow was minimal, I was determined to give the new snowblower a go. I gassed it up and put a 110v power cord to the starter and it took right off. I have to admit I was a bit clumsy with it for the first few minutes but the learning curve was very short. What used to take a considerable amount of time to do our driveway and nearly 400 ft. of sidewalk was done in about 7 minutes. I think I could do it in much less time the next time around. I was amazed at how powerful the 208cc engine worked. Granted this snow was not much of a test but nonetheless it gave me a sense of power behind this engine.
Using 20/20 hindsight, I wish I had bought one of these wonderful machines years ago. They come in all shapes and sizes and after more than a lot of research I bought the Sears Craftsman model 88640. It was on deal back in early November and they would deliver it free of charge to my local Hometown Sears Store on the Caldwell Nampa Blvd.
My wife and I are now in our 70's and no longer need the exercise shoveling snow once provided. There are some wonderful things out there for homeowners like line trimmers, leaf blowers, zero turn mowers. I have now added my new snowblower to the must have list of items every Idaho homeowner should have.
Just make sure you buy ethanol free gas and treat it with fuel stabilizer. I spoke with David Woods at Woody's Outdoor Power and he related to me that 90% of his shop work is related to bad gas and gas with ethanol allowed to sit for extended periods of time. Ethanol is hygroscopic and will absorb water over time rendering the fuel not usable for these engines after prolonged storage.
Hi Paul
ReplyDeleteI too bought a snow blower recently. Between my home and my rental property I have over 500 ft. of sidewalks to clear. It would be nice if the city would come and clear their sidewalks since all the walks are on the city easement but I suppose not. If it doesn't snow enough this year to require the blower I will consider it good insurance.
You probably had some fun with your new snowblower this morning. I am still amazed at how quickly one of these things can clear a ton of snow. The only downside for me was the direction of the wind kept a steady blizzard of snow in my face. My glasses were frosted over most of the time. Almost like skiing in a blizzard with all the snow going everywhere.
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