After the recent storm that blew through on Thursday, friday morning my blower at my shop would not stay running. Even though it was running well in September, when hit with a load the engine bogged and couldnt keep up. I had to choke it at about 50% to keep up, and had to work on speed 2 even though it was less than 6". Was not a nice morning, especially since I stay on top of my machines, plus tons of work to do. The blower is a freebie from the neighbor from about 5 years ago. A late 90s Toro Pro 8 hp with 24" path, so its overpowered and works well at the shop since I have a 50 foot wide drive way that gets hit with the plow wash from the main road that Im on, so its often wet and heavy along the apron that I need to throw forward and pile on my parking space. It does have a few other issues, the traction wheel slips and skips under very heavy wet snow, so I am considering not dealing with the problems here and buying a new one I can just maintain. I need something reliable so that I can get there at 6:30 and blow out the lot and sidewalks first thing so I can start the day.
Im looking at many online but most have so many bells and whistles that I dont want or need, power steering, warmers etc. that add additional cost. I was looking for any thoughts on a basic, no frills blower that gets the job done and is easily serviced. Id like something along the same lines like an 6 or 8/24 so its manageable. Any thoughts or experiences?
Im looking at many online but most have so many bells and whistles that I dont want or need, power steering, warmers etc. that add additional cost. I was looking for any thoughts on a basic, no frills blower that gets the job done and is easily serviced. Id like something along the same lines like an 6 or 8/24 so its manageable. Any thoughts or experiences?