Snow blower recommendations., Cordless, Gas..

My snow blower blew some seels at the end of last season, it was 19 years old so I definitely got my money's worth out of it..
Would like to go cordless but it doesn't matter the model , gas out cordless they all have good and bad reviews..
I do realize some people try to take to much snow at once which sometimes depending on what type of snow it is it clogs the shoot.. With the cordless I'm seeing reviews that say after even the first year the batteries start losing some of their power and in wet snow that they don't throw the snow very well. This again can come down to operator's error trying to take to much at once.

So what do you guys/girls have??
I have got it down to the two models.
https://www.lowes.ca/product/gas-snow-blowe...w-blower-668886

https://www.lowes.ca/product/cordless-elect...charger-2546192

Gas all the way

In 1993 I bought a Cdn. Tire SB to use while I lived in Scarboro, but knowing that I would be moving to Horseshoe Valley in 1999 and would sure need it there. Paid around $1,000.

It is a gas powered 8hp and does a 26" swath.

It is very similar to that gas powered you are considering at Lowes.

Each year, I change the oil, remove, clean and regap the spark plugs, check for loose nuts and bolts(they can vibrate loose), silicone spray the auger and housings and it runs great.

It has the electric start, but I seldom use it as it will start on the first pull.

Just normal maintenance on it and it has been a great machine.

The CTC machines back then were made by MTD (Modern Tool and Die) in Kitchener.

Gas all the way as far as I'm concerned.

SDC

geez that's a lot of maintenance

I do none of those things, just make sure gas is fresh each year and it runs great

Gas .go to the end of the driveway where the snowplow been and see what that battery thing can do

It may depend on where you live. If you're anywhere north of Innisfil Beach Rd, gas would probably be your best bet, especially when it comes to moving the compacted heavy snow left by the plow.

I think I have a very similar model to SDCaller. I've had it for close to 20 years now, and with the exception of routine maintenance, I've never done anything major to it. Just like the boat, I put stabilizer in the gas at the end of the season, keep the oil changed yearly, clean and gap the plugs and it's been good to go.

Don’t forget it’s not just about where you live but about how much you have to clear. I have a huge driveway and love my gas blower. I also take it to Haliburton to clear the driveway 1-2 times per year.

Well I say do yourself a favour and get an Ariens, they are a quality machine and will probably outlast you. My neighbour 3 doors over and I both have models from around 1968-70. Parts are still available. I inherited mine from my father, 2 mufflers, a friction wheel and a couple of tire tubes and drive belts. Not many knock off models last that long.

I have the craftsman I picked it up at Lowes for $599 I believe a few years ago on black Friday, my driveway is about 90 feet it's ok, it's considerably slower than me shoveling but nice when I feel lazy or the snow is just the heavy slush.

I myself wouldn't even consider a battery operated snowblower as the replacement cost of batteries is crazy over the normal life of a snowblower. Gas powered has its flaws too, but are much more predictable in cold weather and will never be underpowered at the end of the driveway. Just my 2 cents.

X2 on everything stated by SD!!! You take care of it, and it'll take care of you!! Mine is 15 yrs old and never had a problem with her. One thing I did add on my blower was a 2$ gas shut off valve, that way at the end of the season I turn gas off and run machine out of fuel. No gas sitting in carb to varnish up while not being used during the off season. AND always start with FRESH fuel beginning of new season.
IMO you'll be wasting your hard earned $$$$ on an electric unit. Good luck on your purchase !!🙂

Ditto to everything said about gas blowers. I wouldn't be without one. Mine's a 8HP 27 in Crafstman and I do 7 neighbours' driveways and sidewalks including my own. Replaced a couple worn/broken belts and skid plates but the engine and other mechanical parts have been reliable. I wouldn't think about purchasing an electric/battery blower as they are too much trouble in heavy snow.
Good luck on your purchase and have a great winter.

I condone battery tools more than most people.
I bought the ion it’s very first year they came out. Anyone remember when they sold for $450? Never mind this $799
I have a battery lawnmower, string trimmer. SDS hammer drill, cordless chop saw.
However snow removal is gas baby. I think snowblowers will get there one day just don’t think it’s this year or next. As far as trusted brands. My dad loves his cub cadet, by brother had a 25 year old Honda that’s amazing. My quad with a plow trumps them all.

A gas Toro....keep the gear box lubed especially the hex slide that allows the gears to change. Use stabiliser in the gas at the end of the season....dont forget to run it for ten minutes to work the stabiliser through the whole;e system. I use three toros in my snow business and they have done a lot of snow. They stand up well as long as you do the above.

X-2 on the Ariens. Mine asked for a new belt last year after throwing tons of snow over the many years that I have owned it after purchasing it second hand at an estate auction sale.