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I am pleased to announce a new way to buy Honda snow blowers at MovingSnow. Why am I so pleased? Because one of my favorite companies, ACME Tools, carries the new 2-stage Honda Snow Blowers!
10 REASONS: Why Shop Acme Tools?
- Over 65 years of Industry Experience. Acme Tools has been in business since 1948 and enjoyed over 65 years of business serving the contractor, woodworker and do-it-yourselfer. We are not some start-up company that doesn’t understand the business or your needs.
- Knowledgeable Sales Staff. Need a technical question answered? We may not have all the answers, but we’ll do our best to get you an answer. Our call center is available for expert advice. We are committed to the tool business and we train our sales staff to reflect that commitment, before and after the sale.
- FREE Shipping. Currently we offer free shipping on most ground and truck shipments of $199 or more in the 48 contiguous states. Free shipping includes lift gate service free of charge for the larger items like 2-stage snow blowers.
- Fast Order Processing and Great Shipping Rates. We’ve all heard the saying “time is money”. Most in-stock ground or express orders ship the same day if placed before 12pm central time. In addition to fast order processing, we offer some of the best express air rates in the business. If you needed the product yesterday, take a look at those shipping options.
- Market Leader with new products. We make sure we are first to market when it comes to new products. Just click on the “What’s New” tab on our website or look for the “New” icon next to many products.
- Huge Stock Levels and Vast Selections. We understand that when you need a tool, you need it now. We pride ourselves on having the lowest out of stock rate of anyone in the industry. Many competitor websites may tell you they have it but what they are really doing is shipping it from the manufacturer, delaying your order. We support ten retail locations and know from experience that customers want and need full-line availability.
- Price Guarantee & 30 Day Price Protection. Buy now and price shop later. At Acme Tools, we pride ourselves on offering you products at guaranteed low prices. From time to time we are not able to see what the competition is doing. We make every effort to give you the lowest price possible. However, our prices won’t be beat. Also, if we offer a lower price within 30 days from your date of purchase, we will gladly refund you the difference. Click for details
- FREE Lift Gate and No Residential Fees. We offer a free lift gate service which gets your products to the ground for all truck freight shipments. This is the way to go when you’re staring at a 600 pound piece of equipment. We also do not charge extra for a residential delivery charge. Many of our competitors charge you for both. Click for details
- Great Package Deals. We work with our manufacturers to put together great packages to give you the best value in a tool purchase. We try to put together a tool package that is complete, so when you order from us, you’re ready to go when the tool arrives.
- Three Easy Ways to Order: Online, Catalog, Retail. We offer three convenient ways for you to order. You can order from us online, call toll-free, or by visiting one of our 10 locations in the Upper Midwest.
Update December 1, 2015. It looks like the 2-stage snow blowers will finally be available around December 15th. You will be able to order them online and shipped free to your home through Acme Tools.
Here are the free shipping links to the new Honda Snow Blowers: ACME Tools is a Honda Authorized Dealer that I trust. Note, Not All Honda Snow Blowers are Available at this time. Keep checking the links to see when they are available:
Check Out Honda Snow Blowers at Acme Tools:
Just so you know, the models Home Depot has this year look like a better deal but they do not do not have electric start.
24 Inch – 2-Stage
Link: HONDA-HSS724AAW. 7HP 24In Two Stage Wheel Drive Snow Blower – No Electric Start:
Link: HONDA-HSS724AAWD 7HP 24In Two Stage Wheel Drive Snow Blower – Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HSS724AAT 7HP 24In Track Drive Snow Blower – No Electric Start:
Link: HONDA-HSS724AATD 7HP 24In Two Stage Track Drive Snow Blower – Electric Start
28 Inch – 2-Stage
Link: HONDA-HSS928AAW 9HP 28In Two Stage Wheel Drive Snow Blower – No Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HSS928AAWD 9HP 28In Two Stage Wheel Drive Snow Blower – Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HSS928AAT 9HP 28In Two Stage Track Drive Snow Blower – No Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HSS928AATD 9HP 28In Two Stage Track Drive Snow Blower – Electric Start
32 Inch – 2-Stage
Link: HONDA-HSS1332AAT 13HP 32In Two Stage Track Drive Snow Blower – No Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HSS1332ATD 13HP 32In Two Stage Track Drive Snow Blower – Electric Start
36 Inch – 2-Stage
Link: HONDA-HS1336IAS 13HP 36In Hybrid Snow Blower
Single Stage 20 Inch
Link: HONDA-HS720AMA 20 In 190cc OHC Single Stage Snow Thrower – No Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HS720AA 20In 190cc OHC Single Stage Snow Thrower – No Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HS520KAS 5HP Single Stage Snowblower with Electric Start – Electric Start
Link: HONDA-HS720ASA 20In 190cc OHC Electric Start Single Stage Snow Thrower – Electric Start
Click Here To Check Out Toro Snow Blowers at Acme Tools:
Buy Toro Snow Blowers at Acme Tools
Click Here To Check Out Husqvarna Snow Blowers at Acme Tools:
Buy Husqvarna Snow Blowers at Acme Tools
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Myron Stelmaschuk
I bought an Ariens but had to take it back because one of the shoes had a drilling defect that made it impossible to put on the non-abrasive shoes. Unfortunately Home Depot sold me a model that was from 2015–The Ariens Deluxe 28. The auto-turn was not that well refined but I cannot say it was bad. The engine was great but the overall stability of the machine was far from perfect. Although I read many informative reviews on your website I would strongly disagree that it is not worth getting a HONDA snowblower. I never would have deviated but Ariens was so poor at getting back to me out of frustration I bought the 724 wheeled unit from Honda. It is a fantastic machine and much more stable than the Ariens I had. Perhaps the Ariens is better in wet snow conditions but in Calgary we don’t get this–very DRY here. The 724 does not fly through 1 foot packed snow quickly but I have a small residential application. I would be satisfied with Ariens Platinum, but my for application the HONDA is the better machine but $$$$. I believe all of these units are reliable . i.e Toro Ariens Honda. If you can stomach the price The Honda is great even without electric start
Paul
Hi Myron, Yes, there is a snow blower on the market for everyone. I’m glad you found yours.
I do want to remind the rest of the readers about how to get good service with your new snow blower. The manufacturers like Ariens have phone numbers you can call but those numbers handle general questions and typically are not manned by experts or decision makers. Some companies don’t even use their own personnel for those phone numbers. So,
Just like your auto and most other products, the place you purchased it from is responsible for the customer service. If you contact a manufacturer directly, most of the time they will send you right back to the place you purchased it from. So – If you have any problems with an Ariens (or Toro, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Husqvarna) product you start with the place you purchased it from. For example, If you buy from Home Depot you start the conversation at the store where you purchased it. If it’s under 30 days they usually return it and over 30 days then ask them for the local dealer that does their service. That dealer will help you troubleshoot the machine. If it does need a repair that servicing dealer takes care of it. Of course, no one covers bad fuel so always use fresh fuel with a stabilizer and stored in a sealed gas can.
John
Hello,
I’ve been researching very intently on what to potentially purchase in a snowblower. I think I’ve narrowed it down to the ariens platinum 24 sho and either the track 24 inch or 28 inch Honda. I’m worried about the auto turn on the ariens and I’m worried about the Honda being underpowered. We don’t get tons of snow but we do get once in awhile the occasional 3 foot snow storm. My biggest concern overall is the snow left by the plows and wet snow in general. I have a cement driveway about 3 cars wide and 2 cars deep plus sidewalk. Just not sure what to go with. Enough so as to skip buying one until next year and hope Honda models get a larger engine. Thanks in advance.
Paul
Hi John, Engine size really doesn’t matter between the Honda and the Ariens Deluxe/Platinum. The Ariens has a larger impeller and discharge which gives it greater capacity. In fact, the 24 inch Ariens Platinum has over 30% more capacity than the Honda 28 inch! – And almost 50% more capacity than the 24 inch Honda. You will get done quicker and it will not plug on wet, heavy snow.
What worries do you have with the Auto-Turn? It has the fewest parts of all the power steering systems in snow blowers, it’s a mechanical system so you don’t have to worry about overheating or fluid maintenance like you do with the hydro in the Honda. It does not use any clutches or cables to bind or wear out. Yes, the original Ariens with Auto-Turn wanted to wander around but that was only on the 30 inch. Ariens redesigned the axle placement for 2016 so now there are no issues with it at all. The Auto-Turn is tough enough that Ariens and Toro are both using it and Ariens is using it in their commercial units. It just works and you will not have to worry about it for many years.
Brian
Hi, I live in Caton (Corning), NY and have a gravel driveway that’s about 800′ long. It’s relatively flat with a slight decline as it approaches the road (also gravel). It’s one car wide most of the way, and then opens up to about 100′ wide as it approaches the house. There are a Home Depot and Tractor Supply not too far away, as well as Husqvarna and Honda dealers…
Thank you!
Paul
Hi Brian, Do you have an ATV? A blade on that would be your best choice.
According to Google, you don’t get a lot of snow so any good 28-30 inch 2 stage snow blower would work well. Ariens Deluxe, Cub Cadet, Craftsman, etc. The only snow blower to stay away from is the ST320P Husqvarna. It does not like wet, heavy snow and the skids shoes won’t last long on that long of a driveway. The 28 inch Cub Cadet at Tractor Supply is a good choice.
RS
Hey Paul,
Great site, I’m a fan of your work. Thanks for all contributions and insight. Another question recently came in about a Canadian Craftsman 155014_J/W-7152533 (24” 208cc quiet motor, power steering, 15 wheels, heated grips, light, 4 way chute control, black body red auger). I’m asking about the same one. I’m in London Ontario and have a single wide about 160-170ft of level asphalt driveway and a small walkway. Annual snow fall is about 70-80”, but really it’s more like 4-5 days a season where snowfall in a day is over 4”, the rest of the season is under that a day. I realize by most accounts this 208cc is under powered for the conditions. To contrast though, I’m coming from 14 years with a single stage 163cc Honda HS621 same driveway and manage just fine even through the record snowfall years (I always liked how nimble and fast it can be used in the light stuff). You have to slow down on the heaviest stuff but with patience and consistency, the little Honda got through it all. I keep odd hours and really value the quiet motor in the Craftsman. I like the other features as well. I don’t mind a bit of patience during the heaviest days and getting out to clear more frequently. My question with all that said, do you think the Craftsman will still get the job done and be reliable long term (it’d be good to get 10 years or more out of it) with the right maintenance? Appreciate your thoughts.
Paul
@RS, Yes.
OK, I’ll tell you why.
The Craftsman is a good machine and with regular maintenance will last 10 years and more. Of course if you leave it outside to rust all year long, never change the oil, never treat the fuel for storage and never replace the parts that wear (like skid shoes and belts) it won’t last.
Something to think about…..Many of us have a two-stage for the snows that are deeper than 6 inches and a single stage for those light days. The single stage snowblower will be faster for any snow less than 6 inches. The single stage gas snow blowers also clean down to the pavement even if the snow has been driven on.
The 2-stage is faster on any snow over 6 inches and will consistently throw the snow farther. So, it time is money for you – two machines may be the best value. If not you will enjoy the Craftsman.
RS
Paul,
Thanks a ton, balanced and pragmatic position as usual. My old Honda is actually still running fine if you can believe. The Craftsman was to update/upgrade. I was thinking about getting rid of the Honda, but as you described, maybe there’s room for both depending on the situation and I end up with more focused tools for the given task, hopefully also stretching out their lifespans by the split duty work. One of the key things I learned among many other things snowblower related from your site, is the importance of maintenance like you just mentioned. I’m definitely noting that and will do. Thanks again for everything, awesome info here, keep up the great work.
Mike
Link to the Toro snowblowers is bad. Hanging ‘ttp://’ on the front screws it up.
Paul
Thanks Mike, I hate the mouse on this Mac….