Comments on: Toro Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE Model 38805 Picture Review

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 19:47:50 +0000

In reply to Morris.

Hi Morris. There are two current models of the 826. Power Max 826 OHAE Model (37802) and 826 OAE Model (37799). When the snowblower comes in be sure to check the model number BEFORE you take it home. If the model number is different, refuse it and make them order the 37799.

I have seen some of the bill of lading that shows OXE. That’s the old designation for the model without the automatic steering. BUT, if the model number on the actual snowblower’s nameplate shows 37799 then you are getting the right one. The nameplate is on the right rear of the transmission case.

By: Morris

Morris — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 18:53:21 +0000

Hi Paul,

I’m in Canada and ordered an 826 from Home Depot because they didn’t carry it in store. Their website say 826 OAE 37799. I got a shipping confirmation and it say OXE 37799. Is the OXE an older model? What are the differences?

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:11:04 +0000

In reply to Miguel Ahern. Hi Miguel, The Power Max HD 828 OAE is going to be a good snowblower for most people in the Midwest and other areas of the country that get less than 60 inches of snow a year. It is the least expansive Power Max HD snowblower Toro has ever offered. It is the same snowblower as the 928 and 1030 - it just has a smaller engine on it. If you live in an area that gets more than 60 inches a year and/or you want to get done as fast as possible move up to the 928 or even the 1428 if you get lots and lots of snow.

By: Miguel Ahern

Miguel Ahern — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 23:44:46 +0000

Good-morning Paul. I would like your opinion on the new Toro Power max HD 828. There are no reviews anywhere yet. Thank you and continue you are a great help.

By: Robert McCarthy

Robert McCarthy — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 17:55:39 +0000

In reply to Paul. Thanks for your fast response Paul! And also thank you because I have based both my Toro snowblower and lawnmower (Craftsman Yard Tractor) purchases over the recent years on your excellent research and recommendations, and have been extremely pleased with the results. Bob

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 17:44:50 +0000

In reply to Robert McCarthy. Hi Robert, No need to be concerned. The bolt does not hold anything else together.

By: Robert McCarthy

Robert McCarthy — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 17:24:38 +0000

Hi Paul. I have a Toro Powermax 826 OXE, I believe 2018 model,, and the bolt that the headlight was grounded to seems to have sheared from the inside. My dealer told me to just ground to another location and not be concerned about the sheared bolt, but I want to be sure it won’t lead to future problems. Should I be concerned?

By: Paul

Paul — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 16:46:33 +0000

In reply to william smith. Hi William, yes, you'll like the 826 Power Max HD a lot! It easily has the capacity of the NOMA and should throw snow a lot farther.

By: william smith

william smith — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 15:09:54 +0000

Paul,
I found a used 8/26 power max HD. Asking price is $800. Machine is 4 years old but you really could mistake it for brand new. One adult owner, moved to an HOA no longer needs the machine. Says it has about 3hrs use and I believe it. I will be replacing a 23 year old noma 9/27. My concern with the toro is that it is a little smaller and I am wondering if it will be the work horse that the noma has been. The noma (in her day) would easily make the 1st pass full bucket through snow 24+ . Will this toro be able to handle the occasional two foot nor easter??
Thanks
Bill

By: Paul

Paul — Sat, 26 Oct 2019 14:23:04 +0000

In reply to Gilles. Hi Gilles, The toro 826 oxe has easier to use chute controls. The ariens deluxe 28 handles heavy/wet snow a little better. Both will last you many years.