Septemeber 28, 2011, Walk-behind snowblowers and lawnmowers will continue to be serviced by John Deere dealerships but new ones will no longer be sold after the existing stock has been sold.  I recommend you look at the Snapper snow throwers if you want a direct match to the existing John Deere’s or look at Craftsman snow blowers if you want the best value in the industry. You can find all my reviews of these snow blowers by going to this page:  2011 Snow Blower Reviews

The 928E compares to the Craftsman Model 88791 2 Stage Snow Thrower with power steering. The Craftsman is wider, has an extended chute, power steering, poly-tech glide shoes, and a 4-way chute control for a street price of about $400 less.

Specifications:

4-cycle OHV Briggs & Stratton Snow Series Engine (305cc) with 13.50 ft-lbs gross torque power

• Electric Start
• 13.50 ft-lbs gross torque*
• 305cc
• Fresh Start® fuel cap
• Synthetic oil included
• New push button chute rotation
• Free Hand™ control
• Dash mounted chute deflector control
• Multi-speed drive system, 6 forward & 2 reverse speeds
• Heavy duty cast iron gear case
• Quick release wheel lock
• Halogen headlight
• Heat treated, reversible skid shoes
• 16” X- Trac™ tires
• 28” clearing width
• 21” intake height
• 4 qt. gas tank
• 2 year consumer warranty
The John Deere Promise is not available on this product

My Opinion:

The 928E has a metal discharge chute and a 3 quart fuel tank, otherwise there is nothing special about this machine. This size Deere snowblower does not  have a good reputation from the owners, particularly because most confuse the “Wheel Lock”  with a differential (It’s nothing more than a wheel release so you can turn the machine).  It is definitely not worth paying an additional $400 over the Craftsman Model 88791.

What is really interesting to me is the Craftsman has a 90 day no questions, return policy…….the John Deere is not eligible for the 30 day John Deere Promise (30 day money back guarantee)

Craftsman has in-home service available for their product. It is unclear from the literature if John Deere will repair your snow blower at your home.

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