I think my dealer quoted me $700 for a blade for my 2042 when I bought it. I passed back then as it wasn't snowing at the time. Winter is closing in and I'm thinking about how to get the snow off the driveway when it comes. Our drive is a circular drive with a short section of rocks to the street.
Saturday, my wife and I were up at a farm supply dealer. They had a nice looking Husqvarna (sp?) snow blower for $599. I had to wonder if that might be better than buying a blade for my 2042.
What are the pros and cons of a snow blower?
Pro:
- Snow Blower is cheaper, surprisingly
- Snow Blower will throw the snow instead of having to push it
- Don't have to buy weights and chains for Snow Blower
Con:
- Snow Blower will take up valuable space in shed
- Snow Blower will require maintenance
- Can't sit on a Snow Blower (or drink coffee while running it!)
- Can't use Snow Blower to move dirt in summer (without damage at least) /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
- Snow Blower might throw rocks, or get damaged by them
Anyone else face this dilemma and made a good decision? I'd like to hear what you think!
Thanks!
- Rhoderman
Saturday, my wife and I were up at a farm supply dealer. They had a nice looking Husqvarna (sp?) snow blower for $599. I had to wonder if that might be better than buying a blade for my 2042.
What are the pros and cons of a snow blower?
Pro:
- Snow Blower is cheaper, surprisingly
- Snow Blower will throw the snow instead of having to push it
- Don't have to buy weights and chains for Snow Blower
Con:
- Snow Blower will take up valuable space in shed
- Snow Blower will require maintenance
- Can't sit on a Snow Blower (or drink coffee while running it!)
- Can't use Snow Blower to move dirt in summer (without damage at least) /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
- Snow Blower might throw rocks, or get damaged by them
Anyone else face this dilemma and made a good decision? I'd like to hear what you think!
Thanks!
- Rhoderman