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Old 02-15-2021, 11:39 AM   #9
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Originally Posted by Alan View Post
You are doing well with that Snow Blower, in the same time frame I went through 3 of them with the last of them being an Ariens as well. If you end up replacing yours I would just warn you the new Ariens have automatic Steering which really sucks, the manual steering is much better though the heated handles is a good feature.

The other issue I find with the machine is it is ridiculously heavy and while I understand you need to let the machine do the work there are times you need to push or pull the machine and the heavy weight makes it a bit of a workout.

Overall I would not purchase this machine again.
My 16-yo Ariens has heated handles. I love them.

Mine is a 300lb machine and I do lock the axle for better traction, so it is not easy to move and is definitely a workout. I prefer to keep yard equipment simple. The fewer motors the better. I see some have electric chute orientation, fuel injection, etc. No thanks.
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