Not too much snow this year at all. Late last year I hit a metal edge of our landscaping and cracked the snowblower blade. I wrote to Toro support (and sent them a link to this video with over 30,000 views) and they sent me a new blade free of charge :) It was a pretty simple replacement procedure (I looked up instructions on the web) and the machine has worked flawlessly this year. I still remain a very happy and satisfied customer.
I have used my power curve for 7 years . I never had any maintenance or repairs in that time. Hard crusted snow is the only thing that gives it trouble. But a little pattience and some weight on the bars and it will surprise you every time. I grease the shoot when the snow is wet and it never clogs up. I will buy another one if it ever dies on me.
I've got one toro 1800, and two electric toro snow throwers...But I'll take the gas snow blower on the heavier stuff everytime...Both snow shovels and or throwers, have bearing noises, but each is a few decades old...The 1800 is still going strong, but simply put, can't handle very deep snow without doubling your efforts...There's simply no debating that...With my bad knees, wish my tractor never died...If your electricity is hydro supplied, the green aspect is an agruement that's out the door..
After Winter Update: The toro 1800 performed very well this winter. My overall impressions are very good and I am quite happy with the purchase. Now that spring is here, I installed a 50-lb rated hook on a stud in my garage, and have the toro hanging on the wall for next year. Try that with a heavy gas unit. I'll update more next winter. Thanks to everyone for your comments.
I've used this Toro 1800 Electric over many snowfalls so far this season. It has not yet failed to impress, even with 4-6 inches of wet sloppy snow. It also handles the snow at the base of the driveway when the snow plows come through but sometimes it takes me 2 passes to get to the pavement. All in all, it has performed admirably and has even earned the respect of my neighbors, all who have large gas powered units.
Make sure you know what you are getting yourself into. I bought one and it was fine for 3-4 inches of the fluffy stuff, but when the real snow hit it was useless.
Living in Chicago, 60+ inches this year, my Toro gave out the second time I used it. Returned it and bought something more practical.
Personally, I would recommend a good $12 push shovel over this. JMO.
Thanks for your comments. I'm self employed. I work out of my home and I can get to the snow when it is fresh, which is the only time this electric snow thrower works. I live in Northern Kentucky. We never get more than five inches of snow per storm and our storms are few.
I don't have the room to store a gas powered snow thrower and I have a long heavy gauge power cord that would work with this unit. I felt like I was having a cardiac event, last time I was out shoveling, so I want to get something that can hurl the snow for me. I don't get the heavy dumping that Chicago gets but thanks for your advise based on your experience.
I'll consider some gas alternatives. Some of the videos of the Toro 1800 Electric Snow-thrower look like a floor vac that has it's roller brushes set to the lowest setting while vacuuming over the deepest shag rug.
Sounds like you had a dud unit. Mine has lasted through at least a dozen snowfalls this season, ranging from light fluffy to wet and sloppy. In Holland Michigan we get heavy lake effect snow, likely very similar to Chicago. I'm not babying my toro either, and if the snow is dense and hard I just push right into it. Heavy packing snow will not throw as far as lighter snow, but hey that's physics. Sorry to disagree but no way would I go back to manual shoveling after using thetoro
I did finally buy a snow thrower. I made room in my garage for a two stage gas snow thrower. I purchased a 24 inch marked-down Cub Cadet, but so much of it's components are manufactured by MTD. Any one looking for a good 2-stage snow thrower will be happy with just an MTD branded thrower.
Status Update: Winter 2011/2012
Not too much snow this year at all. Late last year I hit a metal edge of our landscaping and cracked the snowblower blade. I wrote to Toro support (and sent them a link to this video with over 30,000 views) and they sent me a new blade free of charge :) It was a pretty simple replacement procedure (I looked up instructions on the web) and the machine has worked flawlessly this year. I still remain a very happy and satisfied customer.
cpczernel 2 weeks ago
I got one 3 years ago still working strong..its fast and a back saver for sure in NY
sejeffusa 1 year ago
I have used my power curve for 7 years . I never had any maintenance or repairs in that time. Hard crusted snow is the only thing that gives it trouble. But a little pattience and some weight on the bars and it will surprise you every time. I grease the shoot when the snow is wet and it never clogs up. I will buy another one if it ever dies on me.
jamesmiguel 1 year ago
I was going to buy something like that but was told they are useless. Now I know they work! thanks lots
your Toro works good :-)
capnvideo2006 1 year ago
@ModernWarfeare2
About $300 US. You can order it from Amazon.com so I would think you can get it in the UK! Cheers!
cpczernel 1 year ago
I've got one toro 1800, and two electric toro snow throwers...But I'll take the gas snow blower on the heavier stuff everytime...Both snow shovels and or throwers, have bearing noises, but each is a few decades old...The 1800 is still going strong, but simply put, can't handle very deep snow without doubling your efforts...There's simply no debating that...With my bad knees, wish my tractor never died...If your electricity is hydro supplied, the green aspect is an agruement that's out the door..
glk001 1 year ago
After Winter Update: The toro 1800 performed very well this winter. My overall impressions are very good and I am quite happy with the purchase. Now that spring is here, I installed a 50-lb rated hook on a stud in my garage, and have the toro hanging on the wall for next year. Try that with a heavy gas unit. I'll update more next winter. Thanks to everyone for your comments.
cpczernel 1 year ago
Status Update:
I've used this Toro 1800 Electric over many snowfalls so far this season. It has not yet failed to impress, even with 4-6 inches of wet sloppy snow. It also handles the snow at the base of the driveway when the snow plows come through but sometimes it takes me 2 passes to get to the pavement. All in all, it has performed admirably and has even earned the respect of my neighbors, all who have large gas powered units.
cpczernel 2 years ago
Nice video. I'm going to try to buy one of these before next winter.
cgrscott 2 years ago
@cgrscott
Make sure you know what you are getting yourself into. I bought one and it was fine for 3-4 inches of the fluffy stuff, but when the real snow hit it was useless.
Living in Chicago, 60+ inches this year, my Toro gave out the second time I used it. Returned it and bought something more practical.
Personally, I would recommend a good $12 push shovel over this. JMO.
BubbaHoTep01 2 years ago 2
Thanks for your comments. I'm self employed. I work out of my home and I can get to the snow when it is fresh, which is the only time this electric snow thrower works. I live in Northern Kentucky. We never get more than five inches of snow per storm and our storms are few.
cgrscott 2 years ago
I don't have the room to store a gas powered snow thrower and I have a long heavy gauge power cord that would work with this unit. I felt like I was having a cardiac event, last time I was out shoveling, so I want to get something that can hurl the snow for me. I don't get the heavy dumping that Chicago gets but thanks for your advise based on your experience.
cgrscott 2 years ago
I'll consider some gas alternatives. Some of the videos of the Toro 1800 Electric Snow-thrower look like a floor vac that has it's roller brushes set to the lowest setting while vacuuming over the deepest shag rug.
cgrscott 2 years ago
@BubbaHoTep01
Sounds like you had a dud unit. Mine has lasted through at least a dozen snowfalls this season, ranging from light fluffy to wet and sloppy. In Holland Michigan we get heavy lake effect snow, likely very similar to Chicago. I'm not babying my toro either, and if the snow is dense and hard I just push right into it. Heavy packing snow will not throw as far as lighter snow, but hey that's physics. Sorry to disagree but no way would I go back to manual shoveling after using thetoro
cpczernel 2 years ago
@BubbaHoTep01
I did finally buy a snow thrower. I made room in my garage for a two stage gas snow thrower. I purchased a 24 inch marked-down Cub Cadet, but so much of it's components are manufactured by MTD. Any one looking for a good 2-stage snow thrower will be happy with just an MTD branded thrower.
cgrscott 1 year ago
Nice video!
iAmRenegadeX 2 years ago