Q: Hello Kriss My questions is does the Honda snow blower have track steering or do u have to muscle it around. I currently have a Cub cadet track drive. I see that Honda does sell some with track steering but they seem to be overseas. Does the Huskavarna blow snow in the transport mode for gravel drives. like my Cub. Thanks Pete Koestler by Peter Koestler from Iowa on November 09, 2011
A: The Honda track drive models do not have assisted steering, so yes there would be some muscling.
The Husqvarna would blow snow in transport mode, so you would not have a problem with the gravel drive. by Kriss, Product Expert
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The Husqvarna 1827EXLT track drive snow blower is a premium two-stage unit with a heavy-duty auger, high-speed impeller and loads of other features normally found on higher priced models.
The Husqvrna 1827EXLT has a robust 414cc engine that will help you move up to a ton of snow per hour, and throw it well away from your driveway and sidewalks. The electric start feature allows you to start the engine by pressing a button. And you'll never have to worry about a dead battery.
The Husqvarna 1827EXLT also has a power steering system. Controlled by convenient trigger controls on the handles, the power steering allows superior maneuverability in adverse conditions. Track drive provides better traction with a unique tread pattern to reduce rolling vibrations. A heavy-duty hydrostatic transmission provides the power to get through deeper snow drifts.
The Husqvarna 1827EXLT delivers exceptional performance at a price that's hard to beat. If you have a steep incline on your driveway, and need the extra traction to clear deep snow, this track drive model is a great option!
February 10, 2012
Marc G.
Marc
I placed my order and received the snowblower in a matter of a few days. Placed order on a Thursday got it 2pm EST. You MUST pay for the lift gate service because the snowblower is 300lbs not including packaging and pallet that it's on, so you have no real other choice. Anyway, I opened and set up my snowblower, however the instructions and parts for an older model engine. I was able to safely put together the snowblower with parts sent and misc nuts and washers I have.
Once got it assembled I could not start it. Needless to say I had to call the Husqvarna hotline for support. Well they gave me about 12 different companies that do warranty work for them. Every one I called no longer does warranty work due vendors feel they are not being compensated properly. I told them about how the book and parts were wrong and they sent me the updated information and parts which were not available online. The one problem they show a throttle when there is no adjustable throttle, just one to start and then run since it runs on full power at all times. I personally found a company that sells Husqvarna and fixed mine for no money and charged me only $50.00 to pick it up and deliver it once it was fixed within 2 days I had it back.
Now the positives, the machine is an awesome snow monster, the tracks are huge and easily moves through the snow on the steepest of hills. Steering and tossing the snow is much better than my old snowblower. I highly recommend this snowblower, I suggest you research if you have any local warranty shops. Some of the competition say that the Snow King Engine is junk but Snow King was Tecumseh Engines and personally think its a great engine especially if you do proper maintenance. I also recommend SnowBlowers Direct.
I placed my order and received the snowblower in a matter of a few days. Placed order on a Thursday got it 2pm EST. You MUST pay for the lift gate service because the snowblower is 300lbs not including packaging and pallet that it's on, so you have no real other choice. Anyway, I opened and set up my snowblower, however the instructions and parts for an older model engine. I was able to safely put together the snowblower with parts sent and misc nuts and washers I have.
Once got it assembled I could not start it. Needless to say I had to call the Husqvarna hotline for sup... more
February 08, 2012
Jim Funk, NE
GREAT SNOWBLOWER
We live in the country and had 12 inches of wet heavy snow with 30 mile per hour wind from the north. Our driveway is on the south side of the house and was covered with 2 to 3 foot drifts. Not a problem, blew it 30 plus foot!!!! What a neat deal considering the last blower i had would not blow it 5 foot, barely moving, and the dealer said it was a hog. Starts and runs like a dream. Love the tracks, hydro drive is awesome, good power. Would recommend this model to anyone.....
January 30, 2012
Craig
Local Dealers will not Warranty service!!
Well I just tried to use my Husqvarna 1827EXLT, for the very first time, it took me 6 1/2 hrs to get it started. Yup went out at 1:00pm this afternoon to try it out in the first snow of the season. At 7:38pm it finally started, of course now its to late to use it so as not to disrupt my neighbors.
Apparently it was bad gas, I used regular (with stabihl added) like the owners manual said, this was the day I received it (aprox. the Dec.1st) to make sure it started and to test out the controls: it started first shot like a dream. We got our first snow Jan. 21st, so the gas sat for aprox. 48/50 days in the machine. It just fought to start, lots of flooding, black smoke and rough running for 10 sec intervals. Looked online at Husqvarna, there they suggest using SPECIAL, not reg gas and not older than 30 days (because it can collect water)?
So my question is do they expect me to drain the tank after every use in case there is no snow beyond 30 days? I finally got it started after mixing in super (92 octane) gas and spending another 1/2 hour of getting it to go threw the line. I don't know what to make of it? Has anybody else had this touchy gas problem is this what I should expect?
Well its not bad gas tried again the next day (wont start at all), the thing is spitting oil all over from the exhaust when I try to turn it over. More like a bad gasket. Have called 4 of my local Authorized dealers for Warranty service, not one of them will service it (because I didn't purchase it from them) and the Husqvarna Co. themselves are taking their own sweet time getting back to me. Had plans on buying a Husq. Lawn tractor this summer, that aint happening.
PS: I would like to mention that Snow Blowers Direct has been great to do business with they are helping me get in touch with Husq to take care of the problem, Husq. just isn't responding well.
Well I just tried to use my Husqvarna 1827EXLT, for the very first time, it took me 6 1/2 hrs to get it started. Yup went out at 1:00pm this afternoon to try it out in the first snow of the season. At 7:38pm it finally started, of course now its to late to use it so as not to disrupt my neighbors.
Apparently it was bad gas, I used regular (with stabihl added) like the owners manual said, this was the day I received it (aprox. the Dec.1st) to make sure it started and to test out the controls: it started first shot like a dream. We got our first snow Jan. 21st, so the gas sat f... more
January 23, 2012
John A. Incline Village, NV
1st snow 1-23-2012
I really like the power but I only went thru 2 tank fulls of gas. This is the first time it was in action. After 2 hours using my brand new snow blower .... it FAILED .... I put in in reverse and it wouldn't move. Had to pull it by hand back to the garage .... forward was only working in the highest level but very slow. Spent 2K and all this trouble ???????
November 04, 2011
James V. North Port, NY
Sick Man, Simply Sick
You know when you know some things built well. Machine has weight to it and you can position the tracks so it puts the weight on the auger! I don't think your going to need it! I dad track machines before and i will take tracks over wheels any day. This unit has some power and runs on hydraulics not friction plates and rubber bands under it that can wear out. This isn't your normal home owner Joe's machine it's as good as it gets! I can bet if you put a chain on this machine you can pull your truck out of the snow! It's sick! If you like good stuff and cool tools you will like this snow blower!
You know when you know some things built well. Machine has weight to it and you can position the tracks so it puts the weight on the auger! I don't think your going to need it! I dad track machines before and i will take tracks over wheels any day. This unit has some power and runs on hydraulics not friction plates and rubber bands under it that can wear out. This isn't your normal home owner Joe's machine it's as good as it gets! I can bet if you put a chain on this machine you can pull your truck out of the snow! It's sick! If you like good stuff and cool tools you will like this snow blower... more
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