Toro Leaf Blower Vacuum: 2015

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Toro Leaf Blower Toro 51621 UltraPlus Blower/Vac, Red

Superior blowing and mulching proven by controlled laboratory testing
Powerful up to 250 mph degree
Vacuum tube, bottom-zip bag, cord storage hook, shred-all shred ring and time-saving oscillating tube included; Extension cord not included
Variable speed control for better control in both blower and vac mode
Top rated air horse power degree

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Toro Leaf Blower Toro 51621 UltraPlus Blower/Vac, Red

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Toro Leaf Blower

We recently acquired an property with a lot of leafy trees and this is my first blower. When the shipment arrived, I thought that Amazon shipped the wrong item because it came in a tiny box. Snap the tube on, connect the cord and it's ready to use.

The power switch is somewhat touchy. When trying to select low speed, it is easy to accidentally bump it into high speed. I accidentally blasted away a bunch of bark and made a crater. Oops. During low speed use, it's also easy to accidentally bump the power switch to off.

The power receptacle is mounted on a short cable tail on the back end. I have several other lawn tools that have the receptacle integrated into the shell with a hook to retain the cord and I prefer that arrangement. When you reach the end of the extension cord, it disconnects easily and cuts power. There's also no strain relief so I think that eventually I will be repairing this short section of cord.

Although it looks and feels like a toy, it seems to work well on flat surfaces and bark, but struggles a little with leaves in wet grass. It just takes longer but still gets it done. I also used it to clear the gutters of leaves and it worked well. I removed the tube making it even smaller and lighter. There were a few times when the thrust nearly knocked me off the ladder.

Noise level is excellent, especially on low. Think giant hairdryer. It is much lighter, quieter and not smelly compared to the big gas blowers.

I was originally considering the Toro Ultra, but I was unsure how much vacuuming and mulching I would do and wanted something lighter, less expensive, and less cumbersome.
Toro Leaf Blower

Thursday, March 5, 2015

AAVIX AGT1420 Gas 87CC Powered Single Stage Snow Thrower

Blower Snow AAVIX AGT1420 Gas 87CC Powered Single Stage Snow Thrower, 20-Inch, Black/Blue

Blower Snow AAVIX AGT1420 Gas 87CC Powered Single Stage Snow Thrower, 20-Inch, Black/Blue

My wife and I moved to PA from Oklahoma about three years ago. My first winter, I tried shoveling the show. It seemed like a never ending battle as our house has a large side drive and a double, rear entry garage. I decided to get a snow blower, but didn't want to spend too much money, so I decided to get an electric snow blower. While it worked great, I wasn't a fan of dragging an extension cord all over the place. The following year I picked up a used gas blower from my neighbor. I used it off and on over a winter. It was an old style blower with fins, so it didn't throw the snow as far as my electric blower with a chute did, but it did an okay job.

This winter, the old blower finally gave up the ghost, so my wife and I decided to go pick up a snow blower this last Saturday. However, the local stations were predicting 8" of snow, so all the blowers (single stage) were gone. We drove all over town looking, but to no avail.

When we got home, I decided to look on Amazon. I came across several blowers, then found this one. While there were no reviews on this item, it qualified for Prime shipping and so $150 cheaper than the next option, so I decided to take a chance.

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AAVIX AGT1420 Gas 87CC Powered Single Stage Snow Thrower

Friday, February 27, 2015

Blower Snow Guide Gear Snow Thrower Cab

I ordered this product from the Sportsman Guide. One of the major selling points was the satisfaction guarantee offered by the business. I live in a very windy location in Maine. If the wind is howling, as it usually is when I am clearing the driveway, I have to only blow in one direction or get a face full of spindrift. This cab has made that problem go away and it has sped up the whole process of clearing the driveway.
The shipping was quick and the product was of the quality I was expecting.

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Blower Snow Guide Gear Snow Thrower Cab

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Blower Snow Earthwise 18-Inch Corded Snow Thrower

Great job for electric! First try in about 5 inches of very wet snow..pleasantly surprised! Know it will do even better with a dry snow..

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Blower Snow Earthwise 18-Inch Corded Snow Thrower

Blower Snow Earthwise 18-Inch Corded Snow Thrower

Snow Joe SJCOT Universal Electric Snow Thrower Chute Clean Out Tool

I have an old faithful gasoline snow thrower. When a snow is wet and heavy the chute clogs up quickly. This tool is sturdy but light weight. The wide tapered end, about two inches wide, goes a goog job getting in the tight places of the chute. The fact that it comes with a mounting bracket allows it to be kept on board and is super convenient. Don't let the "electric" part of the description confuse you, it works great for gas units and the mounting bracket is a bonus. The unit arrive timely as promised and I'm glad I purchased it every time I use the snow thrower which has been often this year.

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Snow Joe SJCOT Universal Electric Snow Thrower Chute Clean Out Tool

136cc Single Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower

136cc Single Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower
Blower Snow Poulan Pro PR521 21-Inch 136cc Single Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower

First the good news: the product looks nice, works well on powdery snow. Can't throw wet snow. Very heavy to push for me - being an old lady. Pull cord works fine, electric start is bonus but no need really. Fuel capacity ok, I used it 3 times, each time about half hour without exhausting the tank. However now the fuel ine is clogged, maybe my own fault.

Now the bad news. The brand new machine came missing the choke lever! Customer support is NOT the manufacturer, but just a phone center. The customer support web site is not up to date, in fact is erroneous. The agent first told me I had to install the choke level myself. When I told them it required disassambling the unit, then another agent said I must take it to a certified service center. When I did take it to a certified service center, the service mechanic could not get the company to authorize warranty repair. It took us 3 weeks, numerous calls, finally the service center ate the cost and repaired my machine without charge. That is not fair to him! My recommendation: buy your appliances from a local dealer. You get a living human being to be responsible for your purchase.

Warning: the snow blower is NOT returnable to Amazon because it may contain flammable fuel once it has been opened. However Amazon was very responsive by assuring me on the phone that if I cannot get satisfaction form the manufacturer Amazon will work out a refund. I will buy on Amazon anytime, just not appliances!

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136cc Single Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower

Blower Snow Poly Slide Shoes For Most 2 Stage Snow Throwers

Arnold 490-241-0010 Universal Deluxe Poly Slide Shoes For Most 2 Stage Snow Throwers
This set of Arnold universal polyslide snow shoes for snow throwers fit most brands of snow throwers. This snow shoes are designed to not rust or pit. They won’t war driveways, sidewalks or patios. The snow shoes are also reversible for longer life while they are oversized for additional stability. All of the hardware necessary is included so they are ready to be installed the same day they arrive.

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Blower Snow Poly Slide Shoes For Most 2 Stage Snow Throwers

Blower Snow GreenWorks 26272 DigiPro G-MAX 40-volt Cordless Snow Thrower

o far so good. It seems to handle light powdery snowfall without any problems. A couple inches is no problem. It has a harder time with mixed or heavy slush and forget about heavy ice conditions.

The 3 things I've noticed worth mentioning, aside from the obvious for a product like this. The paddles/blades are a plastic that seems 'relatively' heavy duty. After the first use, I've noticed some wear on the blade edges. It looks like it was ground down a bit in a couple spots. That's reasonable if it hit concrete and there wasn't enough height clearance but my driveway is entirely flat. I don't know what did it, but I hope it wasn't the light sheet of ice below the snow. I'll be able to determine that after using it more. In the future, I hope there's an easy way to replace the paddles because this unit doesn't have the typical paddle bolt on replacement system and I don't see it being sold as a part/accessory on their official website. That's not to say that you probably can't contact them directly and purchase replacement parts though.

The 2nd thing is that depending on the angle of the shoot, powdery snow at some angles tend to shoot/leak out the sides of the shoot. The gaps on the shoot tend to change slightly depending on the direction and angle. It could be designed that way, possibly to avoid getting ice freezing up in gaps. I figured out what angles don't leak and simply don't use it at those angles. Not a big deal for me except for the third issue.

The 3rd thing is that snow tends to leak into the battery compartment. As long as it doesn't melt in there, I'm OK. but if it's sunny enough to melt, then I'd have concerns about that. You also need to consider using it during a snowfall to avoid heavy snowfall buildup.Read more
Blower Snow GreenWorks 26272 DigiPro G-MAX 40-volt Cordless Snow Thrower

Homegear 12 Compact Electric Snow Thrower

Winter can be extremely unpleasant for homeowners who are not prepared for the bitter conditions. Thankfully, a Homegear Corded Compact Snow Blower can transform the efficiency of yard-work.

Power up this compact snow blower and you will be amazed by the efficiency of the 4000r/min motor. Incredibly, the snow blower can clear to a depth of a six inches and a width of 12 inches. This is ideal for homeowners with smaller gardens.

Also supporting the quality of the snow blower is the safety approval from the ETL and UL testing organizations. Key features include the safety switch and safety key lock, as well as the adjustable handle.

Features

Voltage: 120V-60HZ
Power: 9AMP
4000r/min
19 inches power lead
Button-start system
Artificial propellant
Safety switch
Safety key lock
Self-assembly
Clearance off the ground
Adjustable handle
UL-approved
ETL-approved

Specifications

180 degree adjustable chute
Max Throwing Distance: 20 feet
Dimensions: 24.2 in x 9.6 in x 8.9 in
Clearing width: 12"
Depth of snow cut: 6"
Gross weight: 14 lbs
Net weight: 11 lbs
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Homegear 12 Compact Electric Snow Thrower

Blower Snow Ultra Electric Snow Thrower, 21-Inch

2/09/2015 - Location: New England - Pros
Easy to assemble
Easy to operate
Lightweight
Blows the snow as stated
Easy to maneuver
Grabs 10 inches of snow easy
Price for the extra power and width worth it especially if you have along driveway
Plug n play no oil no gas no waste
No rust since most parts are made of plastic

Cons
The wheel doesnt have good traction since its just a plastic wheel, similar to kids toys
Scraper at the bottom would be better steel, again made of plastic
The auger is made of hard rubber - I would love to see real metal auger for this price range
Over a foot of snow your better off getting a gas two stage - this wont cut it

Overall it works great! Saves my back and cuts my job in half. Totally worth price since my driveway cost $100 to plow.
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Blower Snow Ultra Electric Snow Thrower, 21-Inch