I am glad you are pointing out that too wide is not a good thing. I have a 24 Pro - same engine as the 26, fits anywhere and cuts through heavy, wet stuff faster with less bogging.
It's tough not to love Ariens. I have a 23 year old 6-24. We live in Erie, Pa, so we move a lot of snow most years. This old girl has always started and moved lots of snow (although when it's cold, I have to use the electric start - won't catch with the recoil). I had to replace the electric start maybe 8 years ago, and we sanded, scraped and painted it this past summer (I thought about sandblasting and going the whole nine yards but didn't). We finally changed the belts and friction disc (after 22 years!) and added heated handgrips (thank god, but had to disconnect the light - not enough amps for both) and the old thing will probably run another 20 years.....
Just a thought, have you ever removed your recoil assembly and lubricated the "dogs" that fly out to engage the engine when you pull the starter rope? I had to do that to my older (1985) ST824 back in the day because they would eventually gum up and not want to flip out and engage the shaft. After a good cleaning and lubricating they were right back to working well.
Another great video. My personal machine is a 2013 Ariens Pro 28. The duel belt auger pully set up is the best update Ariens had made on their machines about 15 years ago. My machine is still running its original belts. I also have a small snow removal business currently running a 2004 pro 32, 2018 pro 32, and 2022 Kraken to operate it. The '04 pro 32 would eat 2 belts a year because of it's single pully set up. The 2018 and the Kraken are also still on the original belts.
I never imagined a guy doing laps with a snow blower with out snow would command me to get out and go buy one of these immediately! So I did, same model, 2800 smackers! Great video, thanks!
Thank you, sir! I started watching your channel this winter & I have learned A LOT. I have this similar snow thrower (Ariens 926LE) it is 20+ yrs old BUT it is still in GREAT SHAPE. But it's time to REDUE LOTS of stuff on this blower. THANKS TO YOU, I'm confident I will be able to replace MUCH of the parts that need replacing. Both belts, scrapper bar as well as replacing the shoes W/ the Armor shoes. I also have been scrapping the sidewalks to the point the bolt heads are wearing away! I'll be having to drill them out & replacing all 5 bolts as well as new scrapper bar. Then setting the shoes correctly on this blower. Spring 2024 CAN'T GET HERE SOON ENOUGH. Thanks for all your help. As a man NOW 55 years old & on disability because of MS, I'm trying to keep all cost down as best as possible. You ARE HELPING ME DO JUST THAT, THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR HELPING ME & MY FAMILY OUT. On a good warm day here in PA 55 degrees or higher, I'll be doing what needs to be done. Any suggestions with the shot directional that wonders ALWAYS to the right?! All the parts under that plastic cover look fine, but one can turn the shoot to the right whenever you want, but it stays locked to the right. I have to move the shoot back and I find myself spending a lot of time holding that lever while blowing the snow other than to the right?! Thanks again!
Hey glover! Glad to hear these videos are helping you out and saving you money! Appreciate your kind words as well! I think I know the reason to you chute wandering. There is a black cover that attaches to you chute near the deflector. Underneath the black cover on the underside is a bolt and spring. Tighten that bolt up and the chute should be under better control. Hope this helps. Thanks for being a cool fan!
@@skyemac8 yup most carb issues are resolved with a clean/lube & adjustment. Easy to learn to on our own, and be back up and running in an or 2 depending on if it's your first time.
I bought one of these in 2013 for 1850 and have not looked back… I live on Onondaga Hill outside of Syracuse and we get our fair share, I do two driveways and have never run into an issue with this machine…it runs on nonethanol and fluid film and makes clearing literally tons of snow effortless, wouldn’t recommend any other
Looking at a deluxe 24 since my old blower barely made it through last winter (and I was to lazy this summer to do anything with it). Pretty much the same features but no joystick chute control and no heated grips.... I will survive.
Hey JB, I can attest to the quality and durability of that machine . i have one from the early 2000's and it is still performing like new one. Great video as usual and Go Bills !
I have the same machine, but 5 years older. It has never let me down. It's my second Ariens in 37 years. Iive in the lower Catskills of up-state NY and I wouldn't buy anything but an Ariens.
Hi. It needs a fuel gauge and a better headlight on the auger housing. Great review. Hope we get some decent snow fall this year. Last year we only got a dusting.
Great review. Glad to see you translated 420 cc in to the real # that COUNTS.... HORSEPOWER. You can have great features but if it is underpowered. you wasted your money and will be disappointed.
It's still needs impeller kit, fuel filter, water proofed, and everything lubricated, adjusted and then maybe we can get 60 feet thro distance depending on condition of the snow but good video I love Ariens snowblower's and I modify every snowblower to better than new condition I can't help it I have to fix something even when it's not broke 🔧🔧🔧🔧🔧
Waiting on snow here. Just bought a platinum 28 rapidtrak sho. Getting older and want less muscling, so am looking forwards to the tracks. Love your vids, you pack a lot in
I’m Pro Honda but this is a nice machine. Only Ariens I had was old school 724 one and the Ariens 28” Sho which I sold few years later. The quality seem to be ok for few years. Than the bolts that held the shaft broke in half on all 4 bolts. I just said screw it and went Honda. I’ve owned 4 Honda snowblowers so far. An 1132, old school hs1332, hss928 wheeled and finally my brand new Honda hss1332 track snowblower. None have failed me
@@GarageGear yeah we had some too. I’m hoping 24”+ for one storm. Just to test my 1332. I wait til everything done instead of doing it in stages. I wanna know the capabilities of this machine
Good video and thank you, from a fellow WNY’er! I saw your vids, and heard you talk about Schaub’s, thank you! Went there to see David and ended up purchasing a professional 32 inch. We live in the edge of the normal lake effect band pattern and this should help. Agree with you that the Ariens and the dealer are great choices. Thank you!
With the exception of the engine this thing seems identical to my 23 year old John Deere (made by Ariens) 8hp 28" model. They barely changed anything. Mine has the Tecumsa engine of course which runs great. My only criticism is that when the locking hubs get packed with snow and ice it's difficult to unlock them which I need to do to get it into my shed.
Thanks you for the review and the cc to horsepower conversion for us goats lol. Thanks to some of your previous videos and what to look for, I picked up a 2015 30 inch Ariens deluxe for this winter up here in Canada and I can’t be more excited.
Hey silver the link is in the video description. They ariens use a 3inch on center measurement for the mount bolts on the armor skids. You’ll see on the website.
I suppose it's debatable, the conversion of CC"s to HPower. So the never that cones up most frequently is 25 CC"s = 1 Horsepower. So if ir correct a 356 cc engine equates to 14 HP. WHO TO BLAME FOR THIS ? ..Blame the manufacturers. They were un error for most of this and overstated what the Hp was. So itches changed to Ccs. Thought I would share. Great Vid as always
Great video JB! The Ariel’s 28 inch Pro is a nice machine. I definitely gotta get those Armor skid plates for my JD. Should help avoid hitting those driveway and sidewalk cracks. Gonna miss those 71 degree days too. Have a great weekend buddy. Go Bills!
Thanks Jay! The armorskids definitely help out a lot! The blower just climbs over everything! Definitely gonna miss the heat too! Hope you’re feeling a bit better! Go bills!
Hey JB: That thing is one hell of a giant machine. Impressive motor. I loved the Autumn look in the background around the 4:30 mark. Looked really beautiful.
I hear ya. Was on a "lap around PA" motorcycle trip Memorial Day weekend around 10 years ago and stayed 1st night on outskirts of Erie on the lake. Lake Erie and Ontario really beautiful.@@GarageGear
Video title says "(Better Than A 32"?)" So do you recommend the 28" vs the 32"? They seem identical specs except a few hundred dollars more for 4 inch wider runs.
Yo bud, do you have a video on what to do if you buy a brand new snowblower? My first thought is to ceramic coat the thing. Any other input is appreciated.
I did the JX75 recently. I’m keeping an eye out for one. Usually when I find one of those 25 year old mowers they’re pretty beat up. Finding one in good shape is tough.
@GarageGear Great video, just picked up your rust-proofing ebook and looking forward to putting it into action! Would love to hear some thoughts on comparing the 24” Platinum SHO (carb) to the Pro 28 - about $800 difference (and a lot of weight). For my case I’m dealing with a 100ft x 20ft driveway - either will be a big upgrade. One of them will be in my garage soon, just need to pick!
I’ll have to see if I can get my paws on a Platinum. Either way they would be a good machine because they both have strong engines. Enjoy the ebook. You’ll have to let me know how it works and which blower you choose.
@@GarageGear a quick follow up question. Do you find the Pro 28 to be pretty manageable weight-wise? It comes in at a whopping 340lbs! 70lbs more than the Platinum 24 (50lbs more than the 30”). I stopped by my local dealer and moved them both around a bit, but hard to know until it’s in the driveway!
@@weaverryanj both pro models I reviewed are very nimble with the auto turn feature. We’ll see how they do in the snow in a few weeks. Really easy to move around on dry ground.
@@GarageGear My driveway is big and kind of steep. I live in canada, so we got a lot of snow. I have a deluxe 24, but i won't more power. I'm trying to gain in speed to clear that. Thanks for your response.
@@GarageGear Thanks. I was concerned about my Chinese built 342CC Briggs when I bought it 10 years ago, but it's been a real workhorse and has never used any oil.
If ur interested: If u want to do a better video review than I just uploaded yesterday of my brand new Ariens Kraken 32' Rapid Track... Ur more than welcome to do a before, during (when/if possible) & after snowfall review. I'm not interested in anything besides getting a video out there of this model that I personally have not found on UA-cam yet. At least a better one than the one I posted yesterday on my channel, posted Nov 4, 2023. I tried to comment this offer yesterday but I'm not sure if I forgot to send it or if it was deleted.
@@GarageGearIts going to be clean for so long lol. At least ur aware someone has one when/if the chance comes. I literally just bought the Armor Skids w/Spacers that u suggested (TY), so it's already being modified as soon as I get them lol.
It’s got to be some kind of hardened steel because those things barely wear. Mine are several years old and still look the same! Crazy! Get the heavy duty commercial ones. Those last!
@@GarageGear I’ve gotta give them a call, not sure if they ship to Canada. Also, need to know which ones to get for my Platinum SHO. Would spacers or washers be required since there’s a factory bend on each end of the bucket?
Bought a PLATINUM 30 SHO MODEL 921064 it has no control going down hills, Arines answer the manule says not to use on hills. Also very hard to manuver i consider it a death trap Also bought a gravly mower its also a lot of trouble. NEVER WILL I BUY ANOTHER ARINES PRODUCT
How so? They beefed up the handlebars, added an LED light, and put an arguably better LCT engine on it, albeit with a smaller gas tank. Other than minor changes in colors and stickers, the rest looks the same to me.
Hey Ray! Appreciate the positive feedback once again bud! We really geek out on ariens here! Lots to enjoy about them! Have a bless weekend as well my friend!
JB, I noticed something interesting about these larger AX engines - the ones with a carburator, not the EFI ones. When you throttled it up, it seemed like there's "idle" speed, and "full RPMs" ... and nothing in between. Does that accurately describe what I saw/heard? This year, I got a new Platinum SHO 24 (369cc), and that's precisely what mine does. It's either idling, or it's FULL ON. There aren't any middling RPM speeds in between, despite the fact the dial can be moved throughout a range that's almost a quarter turn. I'd read somewhere that this is normal, and just how these engines work... but dang, does that ever seem weird to me. What do you think?
I’ve got the exact same machine. Currently doing rust proofing as per JB’s instructions. Also greasing shafts, sprockets and chains. I’ve read/seen problems with the type of steel used on newer models (cheep steel that is) compared to years past. My unit has 6 hours from last season. I’ll report what I see/find once the belly pan is open.
@@apexiumim2741 Cool, I look forward to hearing what you find. I'd heard about the rust issues on the Platinum SHO as well... although they seem to be limited in scope. I guess we won't know, until we know. Do you have any feedback to offer on my range-of-RPMs question above? Does yours run at any speeds between idle and max RPMs?
@@floobertuber I’ll let you know when I run the unit next. I bought it in June from a super nice guy with a not so good situation. It’s essentially brand new with 6 hours run time. I’ll let you know about RPM findings. Cheers!
Hey floober these LCT engines have two speed settings. High throttle and a low noise low end. See the picture I have linked movingsnow.com/2013/makes-ariens-ax-engine/amp/ 👍
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I am glad you are pointing out that too wide is not a good thing. I have a 24 Pro - same engine as the 26, fits anywhere and cuts through heavy, wet stuff faster with less bogging.
Can’t go wrong with this snowblower size! Thanks for watching pg! 👍
It's tough not to love Ariens. I have a 23 year old 6-24. We live in Erie, Pa, so we move a lot of snow most years. This old girl has always started and moved lots of snow (although when it's cold, I have to use the electric start - won't catch with the recoil). I had to replace the electric start maybe 8 years ago, and we sanded, scraped and painted it this past summer (I thought about sandblasting and going the whole nine yards but didn't). We finally changed the belts and friction disc (after 22 years!) and added heated handgrips (thank god, but had to disconnect the light - not enough amps for both) and the old thing will probably run another 20 years.....
Just a thought, have you ever removed your recoil assembly and lubricated the "dogs" that fly out to engage the engine when you pull the starter rope? I had to do that to my older (1985) ST824 back in the day because they would eventually gum up and not want to flip out and engage the shaft. After a good cleaning and lubricating they were right back to working well.
Awesome Barry! You definitely get some snow there! That machine will surely last another 20!
@@floobertuber good tip here!
Another great video. My personal machine is a 2013 Ariens Pro 28. The duel belt auger pully set up is the best update Ariens had made on their machines about 15 years ago. My machine is still running its original belts. I also have a small snow removal business currently running a 2004 pro 32, 2018 pro 32, and 2022 Kraken to operate it. The '04 pro 32 would eat 2 belts a year because of it's single pully set up. The 2018 and the Kraken are also still on the original belts.
Appreciate you Z2! Thanks for sharing this! Dual belts are the way to go!
That snowblower is a monster but I cant stop looking at that beautiful lawn! Look at that dark green!😂
Hahaha thanks bud! All thanks to the compost I threw down a month back! Thanks for watching!
I never imagined a guy doing laps with a snow blower with out snow would command me to get out and go buy one of these immediately! So I did, same model, 2800 smackers! Great video, thanks!
It throws imaginary snow twice as far! Lol! Appreciate the positive feedback van! Enjoy your new snowblower!
Thank you, sir! I started watching your channel this winter & I have learned A LOT. I have this similar snow thrower (Ariens 926LE) it is 20+ yrs old BUT it is still in GREAT SHAPE. But it's time to REDUE LOTS of stuff on this blower. THANKS TO YOU, I'm confident I will be able to replace MUCH of the parts that need replacing. Both belts, scrapper bar as well as replacing the shoes W/ the Armor shoes. I also have been scrapping the sidewalks to the point the bolt heads are wearing away! I'll be having to drill them out & replacing all 5 bolts as well as new scrapper bar. Then setting the shoes correctly on this blower. Spring 2024 CAN'T GET HERE SOON ENOUGH. Thanks for all your help. As a man NOW 55 years old & on disability because of MS, I'm trying to keep all cost down as best as possible. You ARE HELPING ME DO JUST THAT, THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR HELPING ME & MY FAMILY OUT. On a good warm day here in PA 55 degrees or higher, I'll be doing what needs to be done. Any suggestions with the shot directional that wonders ALWAYS to the right?! All the parts under that plastic cover look fine, but one can turn the shoot to the right whenever you want, but it stays locked to the right. I have to move the shoot back and I find myself spending a lot of time holding that lever while blowing the snow other than to the right?! Thanks again!
Hey glover! Glad to hear these videos are helping you out and saving you money! Appreciate your kind words as well! I think I know the reason to you chute wandering. There is a black cover that attaches to you chute near the deflector. Underneath the black cover on the underside is a bolt and spring. Tighten that bolt up and the chute should be under better control. Hope this helps. Thanks for being a cool fan!
They also make one that is fuel injected instead of carbureted. We’ve got one in the shop right now waiting on a new EFI chip at the moment.
Hey BCSERK, from what shop guys are telling me there are a lot of problems with the efi! My neighbor and I both stuck with carburetors this go around.
Oh wonderful....So it has the potential to leave me snowed in. I live in the country and just bought a 30" with EFI.
@@steveeab2364the cost of carburetor vs. EFI parts fail is huge unfortunately.
@@skyemac8 yup most carb issues are resolved with a clean/lube & adjustment. Easy to learn to on our own, and be back up and running in an or 2 depending on if it's your first time.
K loop😊
I bought one of these in 2013 for 1850 and have not looked back… I live on Onondaga Hill outside of Syracuse and we get our fair share, I do two driveways and have never run into an issue with this machine…it runs on nonethanol and fluid film and makes clearing literally tons of snow effortless, wouldn’t recommend any other
Very cool Matt! Thanks for sharing!
Looking at a deluxe 24 since my old blower barely made it through last winter (and I was to lazy this summer to do anything with it). Pretty much the same features but no joystick chute control and no heated grips.... I will survive.
You will survive! I would grab that deluxe sooner than later. Once the snow hits they may be hard to get a hold of. Thanks for watching!
A head to head w/ this blower and your new one would be fun to watch. Like a timed race on half of your driveway per unit.
Like where your head is at! 👍
Hey JB, I can attest to the quality and durability of that machine . i have one from the early 2000's and it is still performing like new one. Great video as usual and Go Bills !
Appreciate you sharing this Dave! ROCK ON AND GO BILLS!
I have the same machine, but 5 years older. It has never let me down. It's my second Ariens in 37 years. Iive in the lower Catskills of up-state NY and I wouldn't buy anything but an Ariens.
Thanks for sharing dab!
@@GarageGear Welcome.
Hi. It needs a fuel gauge and a better headlight on the auger housing. Great review. Hope we get some decent snow fall this year. Last year we only got a dusting.
Thanks for sharing byron
First snowblower review I’ve ever seen done..,in the summer. 😂
I actually filmed this in November. Lol
Great review. Glad to see you translated 420 cc in to the real # that COUNTS.... HORSEPOWER. You can have great features but if it is underpowered. you wasted your money and will be disappointed.
Yeah had to clear things up for some people! Thanks for watching my friend!
HP impresses the kids. Torque wins the race.
It's still needs impeller kit, fuel filter, water proofed, and everything lubricated, adjusted and then maybe we can get 60 feet thro distance depending on condition of the snow but good video I love Ariens snowblower's and I modify every snowblower to better than new condition I can't help it I have to fix something even when it's not broke 🔧🔧🔧🔧🔧
Trust me! Plenty of fun to be had with this machine and my new 32! Stay tuned! 👍
You're neighbor is going to love this machine. Curious, what machine is this replacing or is it his 1st?
This machine is replacing his Ariens deluxe 28 inch. Thanks for watching, Smallblock. What’s good for the weekend?
@@GarageGear bagging leaves, good times lol.
awesome machine
Waiting on snow here. Just bought a platinum 28 rapidtrak sho. Getting older and want less muscling, so am looking forwards to the tracks.
Love your vids, you pack a lot in
Awesome John! Appreciate your positive feedback my friend!
I’m Pro Honda but this is a nice machine. Only Ariens I had was old school 724 one and the Ariens 28” Sho which I sold few years later. The quality seem to be ok for few years. Than the bolts that held the shaft broke in half on all 4 bolts. I just said screw it and went Honda. I’ve owned 4 Honda snowblowers so far. An 1132, old school hs1332, hss928 wheeled and finally my brand new Honda hss1332 track snowblower. None have failed me
Thanks for sharing and watching as always bud!
@@GarageGear think El Niño will hit us hard this year or be a repeat of last year?
@@appleztooranges I think we’ll get a good amount! We had snow on Halloween!
@@GarageGear yeah we had some too. I’m hoping 24”+ for one storm. Just to test my 1332. I wait til everything done instead of doing it in stages. I wanna know the capabilities of this machine
@@appleztooranges it will be interesting to see what she’s capable of.
Good video and thank you, from a fellow WNY’er! I saw your vids, and heard you talk about Schaub’s, thank you! Went there to see David and ended up purchasing a professional 32 inch. We live in the edge of the normal lake effect band pattern and this should help. Agree with you that the Ariens and the dealer are great choices. Thank you!
Awesome, man! You won’t regret it! Glad you found a machine that will help tackle all that LES we get!
With the exception of the engine this thing seems identical to my 23 year old John Deere (made by Ariens) 8hp 28" model. They barely changed anything. Mine has the Tecumsa engine of course which runs great. My only criticism is that when the locking hubs get packed with snow and ice it's difficult to unlock them which I need to do to get it into my shed.
Thanks for sharing my friend!
Thanks you for the review and the cc to horsepower conversion for us goats lol. Thanks to some of your previous videos and what to look for, I picked up a 2015 30 inch Ariens deluxe for this winter up here in Canada and I can’t be more excited.
Awesome will! Congrats on your purchase! Thanks for being a cool fan!
I couldn’t find the Armor Skid Plate link… Are they universal fit? I’ve a Deluxe 28. Thanks…
Hey silver the link is in the video description. They ariens use a 3inch on center measurement for the mount bolts on the armor skids. You’ll see on the website.
I suppose it's debatable, the conversion of CC"s to HPower. So the never that cones up most
frequently is 25 CC"s = 1 Horsepower. So if ir correct a 356 cc engine equates to 14 HP. WHO TO BLAME FOR THIS ? ..Blame the manufacturers. They were un error for most of this and overstated what the Hp was. So itches changed to Ccs. Thought I would share. Great Vid as always
Appreciate you sharing this Cuffy! Thanks for watching
Great video JB! The Ariel’s 28 inch Pro is a nice machine. I definitely gotta get those Armor skid plates for my JD. Should help avoid hitting those driveway and sidewalk cracks. Gonna miss those 71 degree days too. Have a great weekend buddy. Go Bills!
Thanks Jay! The armorskids definitely help out a lot! The blower just climbs over everything! Definitely gonna miss the heat too! Hope you’re feeling a bit better! Go bills!
I’ll text you with some updates. Thanks buddy!
Hey JB: That thing is one hell of a giant machine. Impressive motor. I loved the Autumn look in the background around the 4:30 mark. Looked really beautiful.
Hey Frank! These pros are animals! Great machines! We get all four seasons in all their glory here in Buffalo!
I hear ya. Was on a "lap around PA" motorcycle trip Memorial Day weekend around 10 years ago and stayed 1st night on outskirts of Erie on the lake. Lake Erie and Ontario really beautiful.@@GarageGear
@@frankcastle5294 very cool my friend! 👍
Hi JB! Great review. I enjoy how you point out all the good and bad. Not much bad with this snowblower! Have an awesome day.
Hey Salmomlox, appreciate you as always! No machine is perfect but this comes pretty close! Have an awesome weekend!!👍
Video title says "(Better Than A 32"?)" So do you recommend the 28" vs the 32"? They seem identical specs except a few hundred dollars more for 4 inch wider runs.
Hey Peter! Either one is a great machine. Both throw about the same but the 32 can definitely inhale more snow. That’s really the biggest difference!
Yo bud, do you have a video on what to do if you buy a brand new snowblower? My first thought is to ceramic coat the thing. Any other input is appreciated.
Hey melting rubber I have a full course on rust proofing a snowblower. Here is a link to it a.co/d/1yPIrD9
Thanks for being a cool fan of the channel👍
@GarageGear appreciate the content! I'm really an imposter though...picking up a Honda 1332 this weekend 🫣
@@MeltingRubberZ28 all good my friend! All snowblower fans are welcome here!🤝
would be nice if you did a video on the John Deere 14sb. it has a pressurized oil system, so a good oil filter is a must!
actually some models...
I did the JX75 recently. I’m keeping an eye out for one. Usually when I find one of those 25 year old mowers they’re pretty beat up. Finding one in good shape is tough.
@GarageGear Great video, just picked up your rust-proofing ebook and looking forward to putting it into action! Would love to hear some thoughts on comparing the 24” Platinum SHO (carb) to the Pro 28 - about $800 difference (and a lot of weight). For my case I’m dealing with a 100ft x 20ft driveway - either will be a big upgrade. One of them will be in my garage soon, just need to pick!
I’ll have to see if I can get my paws on a Platinum. Either way they would be a good machine because they both have strong engines. Enjoy the ebook. You’ll have to let me know how it works and which blower you choose.
@@GarageGear
Which model is above the other? Platinum or Pro? (Sorry… I don’t know) lol
Go Bills!! (Gonna eat some feline tonight!)
@@apexiumim2741 hey apex! Pro is the model above the platinum. Too bad the bills couldn’t pull it off last nite!
@@GarageGear a quick follow up question. Do you find the Pro 28 to be pretty manageable weight-wise? It comes in at a whopping 340lbs! 70lbs more than the Platinum 24 (50lbs more than the 30”). I stopped by my local dealer and moved them both around a bit, but hard to know until it’s in the driveway!
@@weaverryanj both pro models I reviewed are very nimble with the auto turn feature. We’ll see how they do in the snow in a few weeks. Really easy to move around on dry ground.
Thanks! I picked up some Armor Skids for my new Ariens Compact after watching this.
Can’t go wrong with them! 👍
I have the same one (now 3 years old). It's a beast!!
Awesome, Jason! It will last a lifetime!
One of those bad boys are on my wishlist!
Christmas is on its way flint! 👍👍👍
Great video. I dont see the link for the armour skids?
Hey Dustin! Thanks for letting me know! Just added the website link! 👍 it’s under the snowblower school links.
They need to have the composite shoes standard.
That would be good. Thanks for watching, Chuck!
I have an Ariens model 921030 ST28DLE...what model Armor Skids do I get?
You’ll have to check on the armor skids website! You should be able to put it your model number and it will tell you!
What do you think about the Ariens rapidtrack sho 28 platinium with the 369cc engine?
@@thomascaron9511 great snowblower! Do you have rough terrain or a driveway to clear?
@@GarageGear My driveway is big and kind of steep. I live in canada, so we got a lot of snow. I have a deluxe 24, but i won't more power. I'm trying to gain in speed to clear that.
Thanks for your response.
@@thomascaron9511 got it! The tracks will help with steepness! If it would help I’d go for it!
What do you think of roller skid shoes. You don't get orange scratches on concrete.
I have only seen them on one snowblower before and they seemed to work well! I’m a big fan of armor skids though! They take bumps far better! 👍
Just curious if you know what brand of engine this 420cc is & where it's made.
Ariens ax engines are designed in the us and built in china
@@GarageGear Thanks. I was concerned about my Chinese built 342CC Briggs when I bought it 10 years ago, but it's been a real workhorse and has never used any oil.
@@jonhansen4745 thanks for sharing. That’s good to know.
Ariens AX engines are made by LCT, which is the remnants of Tecumseh. So yeah, American company building overseas.
If ur interested:
If u want to do a better video review than I just uploaded yesterday of my brand new Ariens Kraken 32' Rapid Track... Ur more than welcome to do a before, during (when/if possible) & after snowfall review. I'm not interested in anything besides getting a video out there of this model that I personally have not found on UA-cam yet. At least a better one than the one I posted yesterday on my channel, posted Nov 4, 2023. I tried to comment this offer yesterday but I'm not sure if I forgot to send it or if it was deleted.
Great snowblower Scott! Where abouts are you from?
@@GarageGear I'm off South Park walking distance from the Basilica and Botanical Gardens. I mow Wayside if that's another good hint.
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@@ScottWhalen81 very cool! I have a long list of content to get through but if I need to something else in I will let you know! Thank you 👍
@@GarageGearIts going to be clean for so long lol. At least ur aware someone has one when/if the chance comes. I literally just bought the Armor Skids w/Spacers that u suggested (TY), so it's already being modified as soon as I get them lol.
@@ScottWhalen81 ROCK ON my friend! 👍
Especially in reverse, there needs to be a safety release.
You don't want to fall & have a machine run over you.
Thanks for watching
Thank You for Sharing
Thanks for watching!
I have a 30 inch show also with a 420cc beast .
Thanks for sharing
I have a pro 28 from 5 years ago that I can’t get started
Check you’re carb! Most likely needs a cleaning!
Where's the link for the replacement skids, I missed it...
Hey bear! The website link is in the video description! 👍
@@GarageGear looking again...
FOUND IT. THANK You!
Now, el niño says don't buy them this year.
Shrug. 🤷♂️
@@324bear you’ll be happy you did lol
Praying for lots of snow!! Woo!!!
Me too Mitch! 👍
Those ArmorSkids… what material are they made from? Steel?
It’s got to be some kind of hardened steel because those things barely wear. Mine are several years old and still look the same! Crazy! Get the heavy duty commercial ones. Those last!
@@GarageGear
I’ve gotta give them a call, not sure if they ship to Canada. Also, need to know which ones to get for my Platinum SHO. Would spacers or washers be required since there’s a factory bend on each end of the bucket?
@@apexiumim2741 didn’t put any spacers on mine. Fit perfectly!
Bought a PLATINUM 30 SHO MODEL 921064 it has no control going down hills, Arines answer the manule says not to use on hills. Also very hard to manuver i consider it a death trap Also bought a gravly mower its also a lot of trouble. NEVER WILL I BUY ANOTHER ARINES PRODUCT
Thanks for sharing
The Chute Operation could be Smoother
💯agree
Glad I bought my pro 28 in 2018, these new ones look wayyyy lower quality, and ariens clearly cut some corners
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How so? They beefed up the handlebars, added an LED light, and put an arguably better LCT engine on it, albeit with a smaller gas tank. Other than minor changes in colors and stickers, the rest looks the same to me.
Epic review JB. I love Ariens snowblowers 👍🙏👍🙏have a bless weekend
Hey Ray! Appreciate the positive feedback once again bud! We really geek out on ariens here! Lots to enjoy about them! Have a bless weekend as well my friend!
Keepin' it real, are you and your neighbor gonna have snowblowing contests with your new toys?😂
I like where your head is at Brandon! Thank you for watching as always!
"Contests," or "snow fights?" Ha ha!
@@floobertuberexactly! 🤣
Do you have any videos on the Kraken?
Unfortunately, I do not have any videos on that.
Holy smokes, that's a big blower. I've owned cars that were smaller than that thing...
Hahaha I was thinking the same thing! Total monster! However I was kinda expecting a joke like… blower… I don’t even… lol fill in the blank 🤣👍
@@GarageGear I'm trying to expand my portfolio of jokes for your channel. 😝
@@The_Mace you bring the entertainment value mace! 👍👍🤣
JB, I noticed something interesting about these larger AX engines - the ones with a carburator, not the EFI ones. When you throttled it up, it seemed like there's "idle" speed, and "full RPMs" ... and nothing in between. Does that accurately describe what I saw/heard?
This year, I got a new Platinum SHO 24 (369cc), and that's precisely what mine does. It's either idling, or it's FULL ON. There aren't any middling RPM speeds in between, despite the fact the dial can be moved throughout a range that's almost a quarter turn. I'd read somewhere that this is normal, and just how these engines work... but dang, does that ever seem weird to me. What do you think?
I’ve got the exact same machine. Currently doing rust proofing as per JB’s instructions. Also greasing shafts, sprockets and chains. I’ve read/seen problems with the type of steel used on newer models (cheep steel that is) compared to years past.
My unit has 6 hours from last season. I’ll report what I see/find once the belly pan is open.
@@apexiumim2741 Cool, I look forward to hearing what you find. I'd heard about the rust issues on the Platinum SHO as well... although they seem to be limited in scope. I guess we won't know, until we know.
Do you have any feedback to offer on my range-of-RPMs question above? Does yours run at any speeds between idle and max RPMs?
@@floobertuber
I’ll let you know when I run the unit next. I bought it in June from a super nice guy with a not so good situation. It’s essentially brand new with 6 hours run time.
I’ll let you know about RPM findings. Cheers!
@@apexiumim2741 Sounds good, thank you!
Hey floober these LCT engines have two speed settings. High throttle and a low noise low end. See the picture I have linked movingsnow.com/2013/makes-ariens-ax-engine/amp/ 👍
My wife’s uncle bought one of these and passed away. His son does not even use it
Awesome my friend! Great machine!
Can I buy it
@bc454irocz89
It’s gotta be easy to make this attachment I think
@@l.b.7543 I thought you meant the blower
@bc454irocz89
It is not my snow blower - but it is just rotting away in their yard without a cover or anything
Ariens are great but the best 2 stage snow blower is the electric ego 28 inch 2 stage snow blower. I hope you review it
Thanks for sharing
Easy too steer,oh! I missed the turn section .
Definitely easy to steer
where's the engine made? i thought this was a chinese made engine...?
AX engines are built by LCT. They are an American company, but their manufacturing facilities are in China.
Run Seafoam and drain carb and tank at end of season. My made in China Toro engine is the best engine I have owned.
Floober is correct! I’m going to dig a little deeper here to see if there is anymore information to share with the community!