BEFORE YOU BUY AN ARIENS PROFESSIONAL 32" SNOWBLOWER, WATCH THIS!

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BEFORE YOU BUY AN ARIENS PROFESSIONAL 32" SNOWBLOWER, WATCH THIS! This is what Snowblowing dreams are made of! I purchased a BRAND NEW ARIENS PROFESSIONAL 32 INCH SNOWBLOWER and this Blower is BIG! Watch as I go over all the SPECIFICATIONS on this Ariens and all of its features including a 420cc ENGINE, an LED HEADLIGHT as well as HEATED HAND GRIPS! Is this MASSIVE Snowblower ready for BUFFALO WINTERS? LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!!
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[@GarageGear]

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[@PeterAgelakos]

Are husqvarna snowblowers are any good?

[@GarageGear]

@@PeterAgelakos definitely good snowblowers and are better built than some other brands.

[@PeterAgelakos]

@@GarageGear thank you.

[@mattbannon7657]

I live in Syracuse and 13 years ago I just got sick of being buried with my Toro 824 so I called every Ariens dealer in Syracuse in the during the month of December. Was looking for a 28 inch Pro and non one had one nothing even close really, so I called Ariens corporation. A woman gave me a number to an Ariens dealer in Chicago (who wasn’t having a bad winter at that time) and I called them up. They had an oversupply of the 28s, sold me one for 400 bucks less than I would have paid for in Syracuse and shipped it to me for free, all I had to do was assemble it in my garage, greatest deal ever if you ask me. Great company who makes a great snowblower. It’s been destroying that Syracuse snow for 13 years and still going strong awesome machine. Love the channel use all of your tips to keep that machine in mint condition, thanks.

[@davidn1369]

I live just outside of Syracuse and had my Ariens 824 for 29 years. Still going strong! They know how to build them using quality parts. I’m sure you’ll easily get 30 years out of yours.

[@GarageGear]

That’s really a cool story my friend! Awesome how they gave you a deal and helped you out! Thanks for sharing!

[@cardo1111]

Ariens has top notch customer service.

[@patricksquires77]

Congratulations! I know its a couple more bills but I highly highly recommend the cab. If operating commercially I would also recommend the sand bag to keep the front on the ground. I own a big Husqvarna much like this Ariens in size and power. Just so readers know the fun factor goes down a tad in these larger models - they kind of fight you sometimes so makes sure your power steering linkages are very well lubed cause the power steering sticking seems to be worse the bigger they get. Another thing about big snowblowers is they hold allot of snow - so expect big puddles in your garage after it warms up after clearing a big snow storm.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Patrick thanks for the tip with bigger snowblowers holding more water! Got a big mat ready to go! 👍

[@AllanSitte]

I am one of the insane. I purchased the Ariens Kraken (32" GFI) last year. Last winter was one of the easiest snow removal experiences I have had in many years. I live on a street corner where I have to clear the crosswalk access. The city plowmen love to push snow on that corner. I don't blame them... I would do the same. Ariens makes solid products. I may not have really needed a Kraken. But... I have no regrets after one season... Looking forward to this season. 😀

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Allan! That’s one fun snowblower! ! 👍

[@pattersonmichael]

Hi from Upstate NY as well. I bought this exact unit, but 28" last year. I went carb as well. It is the absolute most beastly piece of powered equipment in my garage. The 420cc engine is unstoppable literally. Not even the end of the driveway slowed it down. Enjoy this Winter and don't worry about the gas tank, I do plenty of driveways with no concern.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome my friend! Thank you for sharing this!

[@pcast1115]

I have to say that your method of on and off boarding that snowblower from your truck bed looked insane. If that thing weighs over 300 lbs I am going to say that could be a terrible accident waiting to happen if you have to move that thing with your truck during the winter. It also looked like some of the upper speeds are simply beyond the speed I can move down my driveway in the winter. Other than that, that is one impressive snowblower but I am sure it costs way more than I am will to spend at my age. I am sure you will enjoy that Ariens snowblower with all the power that it can deliver. Great video again JD. You take care and keep producing great content!

[@GarageGear]

Not to worry Paul that snowblower isn’t going anywhere any time soon! I won’t be hauling it around. If anything I’ll take my 24 1971 ariens for a spin somewhere if needed! Thanks bud for watching

[@ScottWhalen81]

I am from Buffalo, Schaubs is not that far from me. Knowing the snow here sux, so I went with a better blower & got the 32' Kraken Rapid Track EFI. Best thing I like "so far", no snow yet: ~ There is no prime, no choke, no fuel shutoff. ~ Variable speed, rather notches, & can start at any engine throttle speed but I personally do not suggest. ~ Electric shoot, thumb controlled. ~ Rapid Track, I can put weight on the back & it won' tip back, it creates downward force when needed. ~ Way easier, feels safer, pulling it off the back of my truck. ~ Oh & one stupidass bright optional headlight.

[@GarageGear]

AwesoMe Scott thanks for sharing!

[@mrgary7711]

I purchased the Ariens Kracken last fall. Now that’s a beast! All the bells and whistles. Then didn’t get much snow last winter. ☹️ Did get to use it a couple of times though but no deep snow. The efi is really nice! No priming or choke. Just turn the key and it starts. Maybe this winter I will get a chance to see its full potential.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Gary!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Those Ariens pros are definitely the best. And for anyone that doesn't need the larger bucket, the 28" will get you the most power to cut width. If I ever buy a new snowblower it would likely be the Platinum 24" SHO and I'd want the carb vs efi

[@GarageGear]

Hey eliminator! Thanks for sharing! I heard about too many issues with the efi so I went with the good ol carb! Can’t go wrong! Thanks for watching as always!

[@mynameIan]

This is exactly where my research is pointing. I was going to go full 32 inch Kraken. But the reported EFI issues has put me off. Shame as I think that not going with tracks might be a mistake on our sloping drive.

[@sueconnor234]

I could have used this snowblower during last Christmas epic storm in WNY. I own an Ariens 28 deluxe snowblower. I have watched your videos on maintenance of the snowblower. After the abuse the blower got this last year it needed alot of TLC and thanks to your videos I feel it is ready for this winter. My husband is disabled so I depend on the snowblower to keep our driveway clear. Thank you for your videos.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Sue! I’m glad you are finding these videos helpful! Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Thanks for being a cool fan! 👍

[@leonardbartley5670]

I put some roller skids on my Airens 30 inch you can push it around the garage with one finger. I've had them for 4 seasons now . Got them on e-bay for about $30. Their a great item as the big Airens as it is really front heavy.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome my friend thanks for sharing

[@jackpeterson3452]

Some people do not care for the auto turn, I almost bought one of these but the bad reviews of the auto turn feature kept me away, apparently when you get into the uneven bank at the end of the driveway it’s hard to control due to uneven pressure side to side , I’m excited to see a 1 year review on this

[@smallblock412]

The problem was caused by the wheel axle being too far back towards the handlebars which led to added down force on the bucket. Ariens corrected this problem on the Deluxe and Platinum machines several years ago now by moving the axle forward. The Pro machines never had this problem because they had the correct balance from the beginning. Adding a set of poly skids also further alleviates any issues.

[@GarageGear]

We’ll have to see how she does Jack! I like the idea of a one year review! 👍

[@fromex2lsturbo]

Picked up a sweet 30” ariens 16.5hp snowblower last year for $200!! Needed a belt and a carb gasket.. man these machines really are tanks dude!! It totally just handles that mound of slushy, shitty snow at the end of the driveway NO PROBLEM!! Every time! Hell I even go hit my neighbors driveway just bc I enjoy using the thing 😂

[@GarageGear]

Hey fromex! Ariens knows how to build them! 👍

[@swampyankee72]

"Throw the snow back to the clouds"... 🤣 You have a new subscriber. I'm eyeing the "Ariens Professional RapidTrak series. I love how it has the "Scrap" feature. Here in northern Maine we have been getting a lot of "snow switching to rain" events that make snow removal a challenge.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Swampy! Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the Garage Gear Tribe! Those tracks are pretty cool and are perfect for the snow you get in Maine.

[@swampyankee72]

@@GarageGear Im 62, I have the same Ariens 24 you have and its been an incredibly reliable machine. But I can't get it to scrap the slush with it. I have to get a hand scraper, loosen it up, then blow it. I can't move afterwards. lol

[@GarageGear]

@@swampyankee72 perhaps throw an impeller kit on it! That should handle your slush build up problem!

[@swampyankee72]

@@GarageGear Once its in the chute I usually dont have a problem. (But I do plan to add the impeller kit for the distance.) What happens is we will get a foot of snow, then 3-4 inches of rain. The rain settles to the bottom creating 2-3" inches of slush. You have to remove it before it freezes and sets. Its like concert. When you go to slow it, the blower tends to ride over the slush, Im unable to push the blower back down enough to pick up the slush. At this point I take a scraper and scrap the entire driveway, then go over it again with the blower. In the 8 years I've owned Mine I have yet had to use the "unclogging tool." Im hoping, in theory at least, the RapidTrak series will do it all in one pass,

[@GarageGear]

@@swampyankee72 we get storms like that from time to time. The tracks should help you out a bit! 👍

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

When you offload your snowblower JD, pro tip…… keep it in gear and feather the hand grip lightly while backing down the ramp…..will not harm the transmission, at all and will be safer for you and the beast

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing my friend

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

@@GarageGear i do snow removal for my landscsping customers . Ended up under the ramps once during a snowstorm , offloading like that. I learned lol . I am addicted to your channel such a fun channel Keep going strong!

[@GarageGear]

@@14moldyhamsandwich RIGHT ON Moldy! Appreciate you!

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

@@GarageGear thanks JD

[@cardo1111]

Sweet machine that I'm sure will earn it's keep in Buffalo. Love the Ariens pro models with the 16" augers, taller housing and beefier side panels. My one peeve with the 369cc and larger LCT engines is the gas tanks are just too small for the engine size.

[@GarageGear]

Yeah I would agree that tank has to be a little bigger. Thanks for watching cardo

[@djdawso]

How'd that wheel hold up to the dishwasher??? Seriously, that's quite a beast. We moved down to Pensacola, Florida about five years ago so my wife could deal with her ailing father, but now that's not an issue so we're planning on moving back up to the Twin Cities, Minnesota. You folks in Buffalo seem to get the worst of it, but it can hit pretty hard in the Twin Cities, too. My younger brother swears by the Ariens EFI engines (he has a 24" EFI Ariens), but I'm less convinced. Got any words of wisdom about that EFI technology? Enquiring minds gotta know!

[@GarageGear]

Hey dj I purposely didn’t buy an efi because I read about WAY too many problems it on snowblower forums. Also I’ve spoken with shops about it and they don’t like it either. Too many repairs/ warranty issues. The old carburetor tech just works. I’m not sold on efi. Do yourself a favor and search efi problems in snowblower groups on Facebook. All kinds of stuff pops up. That wheel barely fit in the dishwasher lol!

[@djdawso]

@@GarageGear That's pretty much where I am. I got rid of a nice Toro when we moved away, but I'm pretty much sold on Ariens now (though I really like the trigger-based steering on that old Toro and my track-drive YardMachine before that, though they've gone to the auto-steering now, too). My biggest issue (and my brother's) is finding the room in the garage to keep the snowblower handy, which is why he has the 24" SHO model. We haven't found a new house yet but garage size is definitely a factor for me. We'll see how it goes. More power is definitely better, since I want a machine that can handle what I can't (or don't want to). Thanks for the speedy reply, and for all your informative and enjoyable videos!

[@apexiumim2741]

Wow… you eat kid cereal and still remain in top shape!! Awesome!! Lol Can’t wait to try the 24” platinum I picked up last June. 369cc 17ft/lbs torque with added timer, upgraded skid shoes, and 20lbs weight bar. Looks brand new cause it’s essentially brand new 😃 (6 hours on it) Currently in school going through your rustproof e-book. Hope you get a lot of support on that so other different e-books will be offered. I mean, it’s only $10! ($189.99 if you’re Canadian) hahaha Tbh… kinda jealous of your 32” vs my 24” 😮 Nice rig you got there!

[@GarageGear]

Haha I treat myself once and a while or else I go insane lol! You got an awesome snowblower yourself! That thing must Chuck it! Awesome you’re going through the course! You’ll be full protected from rust my friend! Have an awesome rest of your weekend!

[@johnmcalisterjr3913]

Great channel..I have a question about if you were going to buy a snow blower what would you buy I’m looking at toro ,club cudet and this 32 inch aliens. I still use my single stage toro that I bought around 2000 and it is time to upgrade.

[@GarageGear]

Ariens are built a lot better than the other two. Just compare the gear cases alone and you’ll have your answer! 👍

[@waynetcampbell]

Looking forward to the rust prep video! I'm nearly ready to pull the trigger on a replacement for my ST824 that is now 28 years old and one lovely rust bucket! Probably the same a yours but the 28"

[@GarageGear]

Hey Wayne! Got a video coming out on the 28 this weekend! 👍

[@FLSTF-us4df]

Hi hi JB, I have a 2014 Ariens Pro, not sure if your aware that there is an outer sleeve that slides over the right side axle shaft, remove the C clip then slide the sleeve off apply some anti-seize, you should be good to go.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@drumhead14]

What a review. I've been waiting for some one to pop with this review. I got a cub cadet 3x and I love it and hate it. It has its place in the yards I do. Heavy snow I can plow threw it in 6th gear and not many blowers can keep up. But anything else that 3rd impeller l makes it a Hassel. But I keep coming back to this one and the version of this with the tracks and all the leds. Such a nice blower.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing and watching drumhead!

[@kanyeeastlolz]

In Canada they love the Yamahas…. Maybe you’ll take a trip over the border and check one out for a video!

[@GarageGear]

That would be cool! Thanks for the idea!

[@Kevin-sg5xc]

Bought an Ariens after that insane December blizzard we had last year in Buffalo, then it didn't snow enough to blow the entire rest of the season. Here's to hoping I get to use it this year!

[@GarageGear]

Yeah we didn’t get hardly anything after that blizzard. Weird winter! We’ll see what comes this year!

[@charlesbeall2589]

Surprised anyone understood your comment. You used that unenlightened and probably even profane term, 'Bought' instead of the more intellectual, "PURCHASED"🤡

[@barrypettit3668]

That was a great review. I have a 2 year old Ariens 24 deluxe and love it. I live in Ontario, about 3 hours west of you and we get that heavy wet snow and my machine eats it up. Really enjoy your videos, keep them coming.

[@GarageGear]

You got it Barry! Thanks for watching!

[@BigPhatPaulie]

Just got the chance to use my new compact 24 Rapidtrack (got 15cm of snow overnight) and love it. Love the channel looking forward to seeing this add to the neighbors snow pile!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Paulie awesome my friend! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@J.R.F.23]

I have the 28 inch HydroPro with ArmorSkids, (2) 10# weight kits and the B&S 429cc. I got it in 2015 on sale , with 4 years at zero percent financing. It was the best investment I’ve ever made.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing JRF

[@donnovicki9771]

"The Beast", we'll see if it's up for a Buffalo winter. That's one sweet piece of equipment. I debated when I got my Deluxe 28 last year but the 32 was just to big for me to handle.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Don! You won’t go wrong with the deluxe! Excited to see how she does!

[@scubaseppy]

My Dad has this rig and I’ve used it a few times, it’s an absolute unit. The impeller doesn’t need mod kit because it has more precision scoop type paddle. It throws snow comically far.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait to see how far it throws 👍

[@smokeycanuck8058]

Holy crap that thing is big (that's what she said). Been looking at the classic 24", it seems Ariens if one of, it not THE benchmark in the residential snowblower market.

[@GarageGear]

Ariens makes a great product. You really can’t go wrong with them. They are durable and they last.

[@MrSteeJans]

Great content. I just purchased the 32" Kraken. What did you mean by "Armour skids" when you talked about replacing the stock ski shoes ? Can you provide a link ? Thanks for the great info. I just purchased your rust proofing course from Etsy because of this content.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Paul! Thank you for your business and for being a cool fan of the channel! The link for the armor skids should be in the description. If you check out the video on the pro 28 I did recently I shared a little more info on them there! 👍

[@Pasckal30]

J'ai une cub cadet 420cc 3X 32 pouces, on dirais un copié collé sauf maquillé en arien!!!! C'est un très bon moteur :). I have a cub cadet 420cc 3X 32 inches, it looks like a copy and paste except disguised as Ariens!!!! It's a very good engine :). (Canada, Québec)

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing pasckal!

[@mikalpechota770]

Nice. In Michigan and I got the 30” with the 414cc. What a nice piece of equipment. Hand warmers are a nice feature. Eats fuel. Really needs the tank size increased.

[@GarageGear]

Monsters tend to do that lol! Totally agree!

[@Salmomlox]

Fantastic review, JB. This professional snowblower is like a high-class car! I have an Airens and am happy with it. Now I'm jealous. You'll be ready for another Buffallo blizzard. Somehow I knew you were going to eat your cereal.... 👍🏻👍🏻😂😂 Have an awesome day, JB!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks a lot Salmomlox! Ready to rip through the next blizzard! Perhaps I’ll cook a pizza on the belly pan next lol! Thanks for watching!

[@ChrisFredriksson]

Oh come on JB... where is the part where you show how it blows the snow away? Come on.. October? You should have bought a snow generator to build up some snow for the video.. ah man, you didn't think of that did you? 😂😂😂 Love your videos, really fun and awesome ending too! Hope you're having an awesome weekend and lets hope we don't get too much snow this year! ❤

[@GarageGear]

Lol nope didn’t think of that Chris! Next go around! Appreciate you bud! We’ll see what happens in a few weeks! 👍

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

My old Professional 11528pro with the briggs 11.5 horsepower engine is a beast. I would have recommended the professional series to my uncle but Ariens no longer uses American made engines so I suggested him a Simplicity snowblower. Oh boy is it one bad machine! Great video!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing and watching Josh allen

[@Sinopi]

Ariens should pay you for this. They will never find a more enthusiastic promoter than you.

[@GarageGear]

Thank you Sinopi! Appreciate you bud! Still waiting on a check from ariens lol! 👍🤣

[@OlivierCaron]

I think Ariens' best marketing team is their previous customers telling their friends about their snowblowers!

[@mikemadore8856]

Thats the whole point of not being sponsored giving an honest review dumbshiat.

[@fishingbob8374]

He did the right thing. Unpaid reviews are the way to go.

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

Honestly surprised you didn’t go for the legendary Ariens Kraken with tracks, it doesn’t get any better than that.

[@GarageGear]

Thought about it but that Guy was a little out of the budget at the moment! Next go around BCSERK! Have a good weekend bud!

[@armandojen]

Too expensive that kraken😂

[@mynameIan]

The Kraken has both the EFI engine and the hydrostatic transmission. Two reasons for concern according to my reading.

[@zl1David]

I've found that track drive is awkward on the handling for asphalt. Turning around with them is like doing a 180 with an 18 wheeler.

[@skyemac8]

The chute control looks very solid. Less to break.

[@GarageGear]

It is solid metal just a little clanky moving it around! We’ll see how she does with the snow in a few weeks! Thanks for watching skyemac! 👍

[@liljoeii6091]

I don't know if I could eat out of a snow blower Tire rim you must love your snowblower that much to eat out rim you got me on that one awesome video thank you for the video

[@GarageGear]

Ariens got a kick out of it too lol! Thanks for watching Joe!

[@cyrusjohn6594]

Does anyone know how two Ariens Pro snowblowers with identical 420cc engines and same impeller can throw either 70 tons/h or 91 ton/h? In deep snow you can only take a 20 inch cut no matter what bucket width you have and only go at a specific speed right? And, the impeller can only be fed so much before it bogs. I don't understand how the same engine power and same impeller can throw different amounts just because the bucket is 28" or 32" or 36". You are limited by engine power/speed and impeller/housing limitations. If you increase impeller speed with different pulley sizes, you loose impeller torque(higher gearing). There must be an explanation some where. Thanks

[@GarageGear]

I imagine these numbers come in very specific situations. I guess the main idea here is that a wider intake can process more snow.

[@DanD-ig1lc]

I just picked up the same unit. Cant wait to use it with some snow. I'm over just east of Rochester near lake Ontario. Love all your content. Go Bills!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Dan! Awesome you’re not far away! Go Bills!

[@stephenrickjr.7519]

I followed your tips for maintenance on my snow thrower. I just fired it up because we're supposed to get snow next week. Everything works fine. Thank you very much 😊😎👍👍👍👍👍!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome stephen! ROCK ON my friend!

[@apexiumim2741]

One other thing JB… will you add an impeller mod on that bad boy? I will wait and see how my 24” performs in wet sloppy soaked snow before I decide. Hopefully that’ll be the right decision cause I’ll kick myself having to wake up my son and watch him shovel that stuff outta the way.

[@GarageGear]

I’ll definitely be adding an impeller kit to it just want to see what it’s capable of first. Don’t worry it’s coming lol!

[@electroddxful]

This was a EPIC review and very thorough JB. Ariens make some amazing snowblowers. The snow is around the corner here😱😱

[@GarageGear]

You got it Ray! Thanks bud! We’ll see how she throws in a just a few short weeks! Have an awesome weekend!

[@josephlahood4647]

I bought a 2004 924505 pro 32 with 12 volt start and the Bitch is still fine. Tecumseh Snow King. One belt.Heated Hand Grios. 6 Speed But never slips. I added some rubber flaps on second stage and studded up Snow Hogs with ice studs. It's last generation but a Beast still today.Converted electric chute to manual crank because motor kept getting water in it. So I did some mods.Never have to lock the Diff because of studs thank God because she's heavy and hard to turn locked. Real Diff so studs does the trick

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching

[@General-Eclectic]

Hey! I just took delivery of one of them Krackens. No, (thank dog) not the Sidney Powell Krackens. The Ariens kind. Tracks. Yeah! Broke in the engine today. 45 min @ 1900rpm, 45 min @ 3100 rpm. You wouldn't have believed all the metal powder on the magnetic drain plug I installed. Recommend you do the same.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing this tip!

[@waygate74]

I bought the same one from the same place about 3 weeks ago. Can't wait to use it.

[@GarageGear]

Nice my friend! Me too! Go Bills!

[@The_Mace]

Looks like that new beast of a blower left a couple of nice racing stripes on your driveway, JB... 🤣

[@GarageGear]

Hahaha yeah snowblowers always seem to do that to my driveway! They’re gone already after a week or so. Have an awesome week my friend!

[@paulmysliborski4832]

What, no Kraken model JB?? 😂 That thing is a Monster! Congrats on the new machine. (You know that it won’t snow in Buffalo for 3 years now, right?) 🤣🤣🤣

[@GarageGear]

Haha I knew everyone was gonna be asking about that. Little out of the budget at the moment. Lol you’re probably gonna be right. Would be nice if her maiden voyage was blizzard! Have a good weekend bud! 👍👍

[@paulmysliborski4832]

@@GarageGear Lol. Yeah, that thing is Stupid expensive. Enjoy it, Bud!! 👉🏻👍🏻

[@GarageGear]

@@paulmysliborski4832 next go around! Thanks brother! 👍

[@iowafox2206]

If this is like the 420cc on my garden tractor it honestly won't drink it as fast as you think. They might be 13hp but they don't drink it down like the older engines did.

[@paulmysliborski4832]

You are right. These larger small engines have become much more fuel efficient in recent years.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome news! Thanks for sharing this Iowafox!

[@iowafox2206]

@@GarageGear yeah no problem. Mines a Predator 420 13hp hemi but I can work it real hard for hours on end and barley use half a tank of fuel.

[@GarageGear]

@@iowafox2206 that’s really cool to hear

[@josephlahood4647]

Forgot I put Armor Canoes on they help the bucket alot

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Joseph!

[@AlanPercy]

Us Buffalo snow pros need to stick together!

[@GarageGear]

You got it Alan! 👍🤝

[@andyslawncareandoutdooradv]

What a sweet machine but would be way overkill for a chicago winter thats for sure! Is this unit replacing the old delxue 28 you had? Hope you get a big storm or 2 this year and let it fly with this unit

[@GarageGear]

Hey Andy yes this will be replacing my 28! Can’t wait to get it going! 👍👍

[@Ladysman_217]

Auto turn is a genuine p.i.t.a. Poly skids are a must. Other than that Ariens are beasts.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing !

[@Kelly-vr2hx]

This is a awesome snowblower. Do you have any thoughts on 2 stage vs 3 stage snowblowers. I'm planning a new purchase and I'm seeing a lot of 3 stage blowers and they generally have the bigger engines. I know 3 stage throws farther. My municipality regularly throws a bank in my driveway that is up to mid thigh sometimes higher so I like a bigger machine to get through that mess. Thanks love the content K.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Kelly! I’ve heard of auger issues with the 3 stage blowers. How big is the engine on the 3 stage you’re looking at?

[@Kelly-vr2hx]

@@GarageGear 420cc I think somewhere around 14hp

[@joetompkinsAaRdVArK7]

Ariens has some good stuff. A comparison video of Toro Recycler Personal Pace vs Ariens Razor Reflex would be a nice showdown.

[@GarageGear]

Not a bad idea! 👍

[@jaybooth4815]

Dang, that is definitely a beast JB! I know you’ve probably changed the oil after the initial start up! Will be fun to see what else you have up your sleeve for this monster! Digging that cereal bowl too…..great video my friend! Sup for the weekend? Cheers.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Jay! I actually haven’t done that yet. Saving that for a video perhaps. We’ll see! Appreciate you bud! Perhaps a bundled up bike ride is in order! How about you?

[@jaybooth4815]

⁠I’m still recovering from surgery…gonna take a while. Many restrictions…day by day. Go Bills!

[@GarageGear]

@@jaybooth4815 got it! You’ll get there my friend! Feel better! Go Bills!

[@jaybooth4815]

​@@GarageGearthanks!

[@countsaturn]

Love that you did have some cereal. Now that you have that beast, we are not going to get much snow this winter. Go Bills!!

[@GarageGear]

Haha right???!!! We’ll see how much snow get! Go bills!

[@tempusveritas8901]

Thanks I am jealous. I bought the 356+1cc Cub a couple years ago. I should have held out for the 420cc. I have to take half bites when my roof dumps on my driveway. This guy is going on my Wish List.

[@GarageGear]

That’s a good snowblower my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@yalerich7417]

Personally I prefer Raisin Bran from my "Cleaned-out" oil change pan, but that was nice! What's the matter did seven-eight ft of snow in Buffalo scare u into BEAST MODE? Do u still have the 71 Ariens w/the predator motor? Nice review (Well done)!

[@GarageGear]

Hey yale! Raisin Bran is good too! Oil pan… whoa!!! Didn’t scare me just want to get it done faster lol! Still have the 1971! She ain’t going nowhere! Thanks for watching as always my friend!

[@JustinSchulz0806]

We have snow coming next week already. Might have to fire up my ariens and make sure it starts!

[@GarageGear]

Good plan justin! Thanks for watching!

[@lopincol]

This 420cc engine looks exactly like the MTD one. Did Ariens buy it at the same factory in China? Everything else is awesome, seems like the one thing that may give trouble down the road. Even the new EFI ones look exactly like the MTD ones.

[@GarageGear]

Hey lopin! Not sure if ariens buys their engines from the same places or not or what they get them from exactly. One thing is certain is that nothing is built like it used to be.

[@MRNOBODY023]

I have a deluxe 28 heavily modified.. just cant see 3100 for a snowblower, i'll be waiting for a snow review. LET ITSNOW

[@GarageGear]

Another month or two we should be there! 👍

[@jasonreyes9742]

Ha that a heavy bowl of cereal. Love the content, bought an Ariens 28 last year and your content helps out a ton. Thank You.

[@GarageGear]

Lol that was a heavy bowl! Hard to drink the remainder too lol! Appreciate you bud! Thanks for watching

[@changounchained2648]

What are your thoughts on Ariens Rapidtrak snowblowers? I only see your videos with wheeled editions of Ariens snowblowers. TY

[@GarageGear]

I like them but the rapid track system is mainly for stone or uneven driveways. You can raise and lower those units accordingly. Don’t have that issue with a cement driveway. Thanks for watching chango

[@JakeAdams-w2q]

I just bought a brand new 30inch deluxe. it won't throw snow over 5 ft and gets clogged. any suggestion

[@GarageGear]

Was the snow heavy and wet? What else was the snowblower experiencing?

[@merrell1982]

That baby is massive! They might as well of thrown a chair on it! You'll be grinning come first snowfall.

[@GarageGear]

Excited to use it! Loads of fun to be had! Have a good weekend!

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

Just removed one of my tires from my 2022 pro 28 and about to enjoy some American chopped suey, right out of the rim!

[@GarageGear]

Awesome! Enjoy it!

[@davejohnson5479]

Just bought a 28" deluxe with the SHO motor. Yes, it is October in Buffalo, but it could snow any second!😮

[@GarageGear]

Awesome my friend! Very true

[@woodysworld9538]

I got a 2000 Ariens snowblower on marketplace 400 bucks as well taken very good care of has all receipts for lights electric start man is that thing bad ass I need some snow to throw now

[@GarageGear]

Awesome woody! Thanks for sharing

[@joebart8597]

I like this review even before the cereal bowl hack. I need one of these blowers (also in the Buffalo Area)!

[@GarageGear]

@@joebart8597 RIGHT ON Joe! Get one you won’t be disappointed! 👍

[@joebart8597]

@@GarageGear I did get one! I got a 30" Platinum edition. With last night's snow I am excited to get out there. I also picked up a 24" Compact for my mother (impulse buy). Even on speed 1, it is cruising. You have any suggestions on how to modify those speeds? Thanks.

[@GarageGear]

@@joebart8597 not really much you can do to adjust the speed other than if the gears are not working properly. Congrats on your purchase! 👍👍

[@machlove73]

Your video helped me decide on a snow blower. Thank you. I’m buying that same one

[@GarageGear]

ROCK ON KARL! This thing is the monster truck of snowblowers lol!

[@machlove73]

I ended up buying the 30” as nobody around me was able to get that 32 you have. I did get the big motor though so will see how it works for me. I was going to add a picture of it but I don’t know how on here. Lol

[@GarageGear]

@@machlove73 awesome Karl! Congrats on your purchase! You can email me a pic. It’s in the video description! KZbin doesn’t allow photo posts.

[@BrianGerard-c4b]

so noticed your driveway ended up with large scrape marks !! would this be avoided with the poly skid shoe kit???

[@GarageGear]

Hey Brian! Yes but those scrapes were gone in about 2-3 days! They fade fast! 👍

[@daryldaryl887]

Please share which armour skids you like for this model? And the reasons why you switched to armour skids?

[@GarageGear]

I believe these are the same ones I ordered a while back. They are super thick and last forever. Haven’t replaced them yet and ordered them many years ago. And they ends extend farther in front of the bucket so they take the oncoming bump and not the bucket snowblowerskids.com/product/3-in-and-1-in-pro-series-heavy-duty-snow-blower-skid-shoes-fits-slot-spacing-set-of-2/

[@skievl23]

You know I need one for Cheektowaga !

[@GarageGear]

Everyone in Cheektowaga needs one lol! 👍

[@brettgoetz6085]

Awesome review JB! I have a professional 28 that I've had for 4 years now and it's never let me down.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Brett thanks for sharing

[@edrodrigues5623]

Very nice JB.. I have to agree with you about the joy stick, call me old school. Question, what area the 4 holes on the top of the housing for? Looking forward to the next one!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Ed! I’m old school too! The holes on top are for their led lights and weight kits. We’ll see if those ever make their way on! 👍

[@armandojen]

I love your videos. I bought Ariens platinum 28 inch alpine edition last April and follow all your steps to keep it clean

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you armandojen! ROCK ON my friend!

[@domsileo1145]

Bought one yesterday…..looking for snow now..

[@GarageGear]

Congratulations on your purchase my friend! 👍👍

[@TheYzeman]

So did you get to unleash the beast? We've had almost no snow here in the Zeeland/Holland Michigan area this year. I did a spark plug, oil change, auger lubrication, friction disc and some rust proofing on my Ariens with the help of your videos and ....we get no snow. 😆 Ironic.

[@GarageGear]

Hey YZE you’re not the only one telling me this lol! I did test her out on 3 inches of heavy wet snow the other night and she was an animal! Threw it super far. All we really have gotten so far is dustings. Last two seasons have brought some weird weather.

[@davidn1369]

My God man, how many snowblowers do you own now! I guess in your neck of the woods it’s good to have a spare and a spare for the spare😊

[@GarageGear]

Hahaha 4 now! I have a spare for a spare for a spare for a spare! Lol! 👍👍👍👍

[@MANRESUE]

I laughed for over a minute straight when you said .....it will throw the snow back up to the clouds!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GarageGear]

Gotta shoot it somewhere lol! Thanks for watching manresue!

[@aribertmeder6674]

Great snowblower video, -the beast

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching aribert!

[@firpo021]

I got my Ariens Deluxe 24 today. I’m from Buffalo too.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome congrats on your purchase Xavier! Go Bills!

[@mrbert62]

Just came from Schaub's. I ordered the Pro32. Using it to replace my old workhorse 13HP ST1336LE.

[@GarageGear]

@@mrbert62 awesome my friend! You’ll love that thing!

[@mrbert62]

@@GarageGear, Schaub adv another 1-2 weeks until the unit comes in and a few days for setup and delivery.

[@GarageGear]

@@mrbert62 he’ll get it to you quick. He’s usually on top of his stuff relatively quick!

[@troyyoung2300]

Great video, JB! That Ariens is a beast!! Also loved the part at the end, lol!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks Troy! Appreciate you bud!

[@darylw1577]

To break your new snowblower do you follow the same steps as your new Honda lawnmower??

[@GarageGear]

Pretty much yeah! More videos to come! 👍

[@darylw1577]

I really enjoy your channel, your presentation-videos are Awesome!!!! Thank you

[@GarageGear]

@@darylw1577 appreciate you my friend!

[@koyang337]

Please clarify the warranty information at 1:25 and 4:35 Thank you

[@GarageGear]

Hey koy! The first warranty is for the gearbox itself. The second warranty is for the entire rest of the snowblower

[@LifewithUncleBilly]

I have an Ariens compact 24 how can I Remove my tires . I bought it used and the tires won't come off. What can I do?

[@johnknorr1140]

City of Buffalo will hire you to keep the roads clear with that machine lol

[@GarageGear]

Unfortunately I’ll have to tell them I’m busy filming with this Snowblower lol! Thanks for watching John!

[@davejohnson5479]

He'd do a better job trust me from North Buffalo hello!😆

[@edgardomatos6923]

lmao😂. cereal in the rim is classic. nice machine.

[@GarageGear]

Lol Thanks for watching edgardo!👍

[@chriswagner6310]

You should get a chance for your tiles bro. Makes a big difference bro. I got chains on mine bro

[@GarageGear]

Bet they have lots of grip

[@chriswagner6310]

What makes a big difference bro

[@chriswagner6310]

You should get the chains

[@johnb7490]

You made that cereal look good. Love the channel, thanks.

[@GarageGear]

Lol Thanks for watching John!

[@anthonyelectric6045]

That is some machine. Did you think first gear was a bit fast? Then again it’s a beast and just was comparing to my old 78 Ariens.

[@GarageGear]

I’d say it’s just right! Ton of power on these gals!

[@anthonyelectric6045]

@@GarageGear now I want a bigger driveway 😂

[@johnbelliveau4704]

Hey JB, Whether or not you're sponsered, I know I'll get an HONEST review. Thanks and I'm still hunting an older Ariens snowblower.

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you John! You’ll find one! Keep an eye out! 👍

[@adamrusch7112]

Did you keep the shoes that it came with or have to put the Armor skid shoes. Looking to upgrade & get this same model.

[@GarageGear]

@@adamrusch7112 I ordered my armor skids separately. Still have the original set as backups

[@mrRoverkane]

Haha I’m in south Texas but that thing looks awesome 😂

[@GarageGear]

She’s an animal! Thanks for watching Rover

[@jmw2224]

Beauty machine. Bring on the storms. Where would I find a list of « mods » you made to the Deluxe 28, ie. Drift cutters, skids etc.

[@GarageGear]

Hey JMW! I don’t have a list available ina video but I can tell you I did the following: led light, heated hand grips, armor skids, diy drift cutters, hour meter and impeller kit!

[@jmw2224]

@@GarageGear thanks for the reply. How thick did you make the drift cutters? Do these newer Ariens like your 28 benefit much from the Impeller kits?

[@GarageGear]

@@jmw2224 the drift cutters were about a quarter inch thick! YES! Definitely an improvement especially at the end of the driveway with the heavy wet snow! 👍👍

[@brandon_burbach]

JB this is great but we are ALL wondering...ARE YOU GONNA PUT AN IMPELLER KIT ON YOUR NEW TOY!?!

[@GarageGear]

You bet your Bippie I’m putting an impeller kit on her! Want to see how she does first! Coming soon my friend! 👍

[@brandon_burbach]

@@GarageGear can't wait! 🌨️🌨️❄️❄️☃️