You are the only person on RUclips who uses the cutting guides on the front of the snowblower. I have always kept mine on no matter the height of snow. People remove them cuz very rare to get snow over 2 feet tall.
Go check out the Cub Cadet 3-stage track snow blower. It easily outperforms the Ariens. I only know this because my neighbor across the street has the Ariens Track and I have the C/C 3-stage 30" Track....and I've had to help him with the tough stuff.....(Ariens doesn't make a 3-stage machine)
We just received our 28 in deluxe Areins snowblower. It was purchased from the local distributor. When I turned the cranks or pressed the handles,, there was squeeking. I checked the oil and it was below the second hole in the dipstick. Dealer provided about 1/4 tank of gas, not enough to manage a storm, but enough to prove it runs. I added the missing oil, a 3/4 tank of premium gas, and then began to oil the sliding or rotating parts. So far, weather has been too mild to have snow, so I am not able to comment on its performance. I plan to check that bearings and rotating parts are lubricated. The blower was a gift from my son who lives some 6 hours away. With moving machinery, always do your own QA .
I'm in the US and bought my Ariens 28" Pro Rapidtrac last year. Unfortunately, the EFI isn't available to us yet so I had to purchase the carburator version. I love the machine, but I have to admit, that EFI running, sounds MUCH better, MUCH smoother, especially when it loads up. No stumbling whatsoever. Obviously there is advantages to each type, but EFI is the future, at least until electric can catch up in ten years or so. Love that EFI. Wish I could've bought it but only "wheeled" Pro's have EFI option in the US.
@@JuniorFan08, yes I strictly run "non-ethanol 92 octane" in all my small motors. But I actually spend the money for VP Small engine "non-ethanol" 94 octane fuel for my snowblower. It says you can leave it up to 2+ years in the tank with no added fuel stabilizer. It's not cheap, by no means, but my snowblower doesn't get used all that much so I don't mind spending the extra money for this fuel. It's worked great, even after a full year. 1 pull, starts right up. Now I can't do this for my lawn equipment because I'd go broke, so I use the local gas station "non-ethanol 92 octane" fuel and add fuel stabilizer to it just for good measure. I NEVER use ethanol containing gas. It's not worth the repairs and problems it creates.
I've seen several people on the Snowblower forums with EFI, and trust me, you are almost certainly better off with the carb. EFI on small engines is prone to problems and difficult if not impossible for a DIY'er to fix. These are machines that can last 2-3 decades or more, so keeping it simple is best. I have been using E10 gas with Seafoam added in all my small engines for over 20 years now and I have never had fuel system issues during that time. Keeping it fresh and draining it in the offseason is far more important than the Ethanol content in a modern engine, IMO. That 94 octane gas may be doing more harm than good, these engines are designed for 87 octane. Higher octanes can cause them to run poorly and/or too hot.
Is that the 357cc or 420cc engine, and do you think the tracks are better than tires? I don't know where u r but you must of used snow blowers in the past with tires with that much snow and wondering how they compare, great video thanks for posting
Just ordered the same machine! I was looking for a snow blower that won't lift the auger up and over the deep snow. It's good to see this thing just plows right thru it. Are you in track mode or "dig in" mode with this much snow?
ho valutato a lungo una honda ma l'innovativa gestione del cingolo rendono questa fresa pratica a maneggevole e con un motore davvero potente. inoltre ha 3 anni di gaaranzia sul motore e 5 sulla trasmissione, contro i 2 anni di honda. a parità di prestazioni la honda costa circa il doppo ma con la gestione del camino elettronica...
I have a Honda machine and one of the first mods recommended is rejetting. Honda tunes the AFR very lean to be 50 state emissions compliant. I suspect Ariens was able to get around running their machines lean by going the EFI route. Downside: I believe there is an extra battery that needs to be maintained with EFI- also not sure how familiar small engine mechanics are with this particular system.
@@chrisE815 Yes the EFI system uses a proprietary battery, and the system overall has frustrated many owners over on the snowblower forum. When it works it works great. When it doesn't, good luck. Personally I would steer clear of it. It's not like these engines are hard to start or poor performing with carbs. Snowblowers can last 20-30 years or more, keeping it simple will keep it reliable. Carbs are relatively easy to maintain and if you don't maintain them they are cheap to replace.
Honda HSS guy here arent hydroststic transmissions variable speed or do you have steps that fiix the viable speeds, on the Honda it is variable from forward max through stop through max reverse ..
Not a chance. You've fallen victim to marketing BS. There is a reason why even Cub Cadet doesn't use their own "3- stage technology" on their Heavy Duty line.
@@plmn93 The orginal 3 stage was nice, but somewhere down the line, CC started using cheap parts or materials. You are likley to go through 2-3 sheer pins a season. I just sold my 2016 CC for $825 and am getting the Kraken.
Неопытный пользователь:( вперед едет на слишком высокой скорости, гусеницы прокручивают. Если снизить скорость до 3, то качество очистки будет гораздо лучше
You are the only person on RUclips who uses the cutting guides on the front of the snowblower. I have always kept mine on no matter the height of snow. People remove them cuz very rare to get snow over 2 feet tall.
Not many many snowblowers could devour snow with ease like this unit. Nice machine!
Dream machine really.
Go check out the Cub Cadet 3-stage track snow blower. It easily outperforms the Ariens. I only know this because my neighbor across the street has the Ariens Track and I have the C/C 3-stage 30" Track....and I've had to help him with the tough stuff.....(Ariens doesn't make a 3-stage machine)
@@scrubsz the three stage is a gimmick lol. Garbage
I so 100% agree with you @@wasupfool5692
This is exactly what I wanted to see this machine do, and I did it well!
Unsurprisingly, our Italian friends know a great machine when they see one! Seriously, what a beast 💪
Man that barely sounded like it was under load when going through the high snowbanks. That's impressive.
We just received our 28 in deluxe Areins snowblower. It was purchased from the local distributor. When I turned the cranks or pressed the handles,, there was squeeking. I checked the oil and it was below the second hole in the dipstick. Dealer provided about 1/4 tank of gas, not enough to manage a storm, but enough to prove it runs.
I added the missing oil, a 3/4 tank of premium gas, and then began to oil the sliding or rotating parts. So far, weather has been too mild to have snow, so I am not able to comment on its performance.
I plan to check that bearings and rotating parts are lubricated.
The blower was a gift from my son who lives some 6 hours away.
With moving machinery, always do your own QA .
If I was there I would have ate so much snow 🤤❄️
Very impressive !
It seems very stable with the caterpillars. 👍
I'm in the US and bought my Ariens 28" Pro Rapidtrac last year. Unfortunately, the EFI isn't available to us yet so I had to purchase the carburator version. I love the machine, but I have to admit, that EFI running, sounds MUCH better, MUCH smoother, especially when it loads up. No stumbling whatsoever. Obviously there is advantages to each type, but EFI is the future, at least until electric can catch up in ten years or so. Love that EFI. Wish I could've bought it but only "wheeled" Pro's have EFI option in the US.
I found a source for non-ethanol 91 octane gas and it makes a world of difference in how my carbureted Ariens runs.
@@JuniorFan08, yes I strictly run "non-ethanol 92 octane" in all my small motors. But I actually spend the money for VP Small engine "non-ethanol" 94 octane fuel for my snowblower. It says you can leave it up to 2+ years in the tank with no added fuel stabilizer. It's not cheap, by no means, but my snowblower doesn't get used all that much so I don't mind spending the extra money for this fuel. It's worked great, even after a full year. 1 pull, starts right up. Now I can't do this for my lawn equipment because I'd go broke, so I use the local gas station "non-ethanol 92 octane" fuel and add fuel stabilizer to it just for good measure. I NEVER use ethanol containing gas. It's not worth the repairs and problems it creates.
I've seen several people on the Snowblower forums with EFI, and trust me, you are almost certainly better off with the carb. EFI on small engines is prone to problems and difficult if not impossible for a DIY'er to fix. These are machines that can last 2-3 decades or more, so keeping it simple is best. I have been using E10 gas with Seafoam added in all my small engines for over 20 years now and I have never had fuel system issues during that time. Keeping it fresh and draining it in the offseason is far more important than the Ethanol content in a modern engine, IMO. That 94 octane gas may be doing more harm than good, these engines are designed for 87 octane. Higher octanes can cause them to run poorly and/or too hot.
Is that the 357cc or 420cc engine, and do you think the tracks are better than tires? I don't know where u r but you must of used snow blowers in the past with tires with that much snow and wondering how they compare, great video thanks for posting
Is 420cc, the track is best for a lot of snow and sloping roads
@@mlhctube thanks for the reply nice machine
Just ordered the same machine! I was looking for a snow blower that won't lift the auger up and over the deep snow. It's good to see this thing just plows right thru it. Are you in track mode or "dig in" mode with this much snow?
Good question. I've been looking at one of these, and trying to figure out what conditions are ideal for "dig in" mode.
Why keep the auger rotating when backing up?
Such a beast cant wait to try mine. I'm curious why dont you use the "auto-turn" instead of reverse?
too much snow to use auto-turn
Probably want to keep snow away from the house too
That thing is a beast!!!
Wow !!
What made you choose the EFI model? Have you tried both? Thanks
Great video. How well does this model do on slopes my dw has some steep parts ?
I think I need some sleep. At first I thought "dw" meant "darling wife," not "driveway." And I was thinking, "why is this guy snowblowing his wife?"
Kicks ass big time
Veramente potente. cosa ti ha fatto scegliere questa e non honda?
ho valutato a lungo una honda ma l'innovativa gestione del cingolo rendono questa fresa pratica a maneggevole e con un motore davvero potente. inoltre ha 3 anni di gaaranzia sul motore e 5 sulla trasmissione, contro i 2 anni di honda. a parità di prestazioni la honda costa circa il doppo ma con la gestione del camino elettronica...
Wow
Man talk about a hot knife through butter
I wish I could use my Honda hs1332 Track drive here to see a throwing distance and bogging difference
What made you get the EFI machine vs. the carburetor model? Can you give me the pros/cons of each? Thanks
I have a Honda machine and one of the first mods recommended is rejetting. Honda tunes the AFR very lean to be 50 state emissions compliant. I suspect Ariens was able to get around running their machines lean by going the EFI route. Downside: I believe there is an extra battery that needs to be maintained with EFI- also not sure how familiar small engine mechanics are with this particular system.
@@chrisE815 Yes the EFI system uses a proprietary battery, and the system overall has frustrated many owners over on the snowblower forum. When it works it works great. When it doesn't, good luck. Personally I would steer clear of it. It's not like these engines are hard to start or poor performing with carbs. Snowblowers can last 20-30 years or more, keeping it simple will keep it reliable. Carbs are relatively easy to maintain and if you don't maintain them they are cheap to replace.
@@plmn93 I agree- keep the snowblower simple. The only thing I don't like about my Honda are the electronic controls lol
I need this!!!
There’s should be more slow speeds. No need for speeds 5,6. Need like .5, 1, 1.5, 2,2.5,3 right?
Honda HSS guy here arent hydroststic transmissions variable speed or do you have steps that fiix the viable speeds, on the Honda it is variable from forward max through stop through max reverse ..
@@andreh.dupuis8475
Variable.... Gears are for the disc drive.
@@ScottH22175 thats what I thought, then I dont get Johny Wishbone’s comment, ah well 😀
Is that a 24 inch
I have a steep hill gravel road will this go up
Yes....its a tank
What model number is this machine.
midel name: st28dlet hyd pro E
model number: 926338
Too bad Ariens doesn't make a 3-stage. you'd be able to chew through that mound a few gears faster.
Not a chance. You've fallen victim to marketing BS. There is a reason why even Cub Cadet doesn't use their own "3- stage technology" on their Heavy Duty line.
@@plmn93 Riiiiight. Now I know who you voted for snowflake. Comments without proof. Go to bed...the adult are talking here kid....
@@plmn93 The orginal 3 stage was nice, but somewhere down the line, CC started using cheap parts or materials. You are likley to go through 2-3 sheer pins a season. I just sold my 2016 CC for $825 and am getting the Kraken.
HAHA 3 stage is a BS gimmick
Неопытный пользователь:( вперед едет на слишком высокой скорости, гусеницы прокручивают. Если снизить скорость до 3, то качество очистки будет гораздо лучше