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posted on February 25, 2010 at 04:46PM Inappropriate?

 

I purchased a Sears Craftsmen snow thrower in November of 2007 used less than 20 times. Cost $850. doing the math that is 42.5 per use. I could have paid someone to have the drive done for less than that.

It is now a paper weight and sears says 'O well' it is out of warranty.

What happened was that a piston rod broke and when it did it went through the side of the piston wall... hence now a paper weight.

Yet Sears doesn't want to repair it or can't repair it. Its out of warranty - no parts available the technician said. Yet it is only 2 ½ years old! I have a car that is 45 + years old that still has the original piston rods in them.

I will be hard pressed to take them up on the offer of "Ill give you 30% off if you descide to buy another Sears. Like convince me of that!

replies: 65 latest post: September 30, 2010 at 06:01AM by tazman171
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posted on February 25, 2010 at 05:01PM
 

Murphy is a bad... fellow.

Protection Agreements go out 2-1/2 years.

posted on February 25, 2010 at 07:52PM
 

Did you check the oil level before you used it the last time?  Was the oil ever changed?  Usually these engines don't throw a rod unless they're run low on oil but it's always possible something just failed.  I find it hard to believe there are no parts available for an engine just a few years old.  If you have a Tecumseh engine, I know they went out of the small engine business a few years back, but someone must have parts. There is a lawn and garden business in the Merriam Park neighborhood on Prior Avenue in St. Paul that handled Tecumseh for years.  Maybe they can help you. 

posted on February 26, 2010 at 04:34PM
 
In response to davidsperstad's post from February 25 2010 04:46PM

I justgot done with a 3 1/2 hour snow shovel  removal and was thinking about buying the Sears craftsman 26 or 28 inch snow blower. Which one gave you trouble? What would you recommend?

posted on February 26, 2010 at 04:45PM
 
In response to Snowyman's post from February 26 2010 04:34PM

Either one is fine.They both are equipted with the newer Brigg's engine which have ohv and cast iron piston sleeves for added durabitity.

posted on February 26, 2010 at 04:50PM
 
In response to cowman's post from February 26 2010 04:45PM
cowman said…

Either one is fine.They both are equipted with the newer Brigg's engine which have ohv and cast iron piston sleeves for added durabitity.

Actually, Craftsman snowthrowers do not have Briggs & Stratton engines. They are referred to as "Craftsman" engines and have been on the market for the past couple years. They're powerful, reliable, and durable.

posted on February 26, 2010 at 04:53PM
 

I saw a new MTD chipper/shredder that uses a Briggs & Stratton engine to power it, over to OSH.

posted on February 26, 2010 at 05:03PM
 

All the 2009 model iv'e seen on the showroom all say Brigg's on them??????????????

posted on February 26, 2010 at 05:06PM
 

Brigg's makes the craftsman engines....

posted on February 26, 2010 at 05:12PM
 

If you look at the owners manual you will see that it states it's a Brigg's engine..

posted on February 26, 2010 at 05:20PM
 
In response to AdamO's post from February 25 2010 05:01PM

your not going to ask them to check the air filter?

posted on February 26, 2010 at 05:32PM
 
In response to cowman's post from February 26 2010 05:03PM

Are you referring to snowthrower engines?

posted on February 26, 2010 at 06:01PM
 
In response to BlueCrewGuyInMA's post from February 26 2010 05:32PM

your here to help .....right?

posted on February 26, 2010 at 06:39PM
 
In response to BlueCrewGuyInMA's post from February 26 2010 05:32PM

Yep..Isn't that what the tread was about..Snowthrowers

posted on February 26, 2010 at 06:41PM
 
In response to BlueCrewGuyInMA's post from February 26 2010 05:32PM

Yep..Snowthrowers

posted on February 26, 2010 at 06:47PM
 
In response to Snowyman's post from February 26 2010 04:34PM

Snowyman:  Look at the ratings for a given unit on this site.  Best indicator you'll find for machines customers are or aren't satisfied with.  Bear in mind, snowblowers require a small amount of mechanical background and regular maintenance to operate correctly.  If you neglect them, it'll come back to bite you.  Read, understand and follow the set-up instructions and owners manual and you should get many years of good service.  Check the oil every time you start the engine until you know it's not using any.  Change the oil after 2-3 hours initial use. Most problems I see on this site can be traced to not following the set up and operating instructions, incorrect use or neglect.  Had my Sears machine for two years now and am very satisfied.  When you change oil, use synthetic.  Usually takes less than a quart.  These machines always operate in extreme conditions.    

posted on February 26, 2010 at 08:57PM
 
In response to cowman's post from February 26 2010 06:41PM

Which Craftsman snowthrowers from this past season do you think had Briggs & Stratton engines?

posted on February 26, 2010 at 09:01PM
 
In response to bocephendorfer's post from February 26 2010 06:01PM

Stopping the spread of misinformation IS helpful, is it not?

posted on February 27, 2010 at 04:42AM
 
In response to BlueCrewGuyInMA's post from February 26 2010 09:01PM

thrower....blower...were all so glad you got that cleared up.

Oh the misinformed...

posted on February 27, 2010 at 11:46AM
 
In response to bocephendorfer's post from February 26 2010 05:20PM

Apparently, not on snowblowers...

But, there's always "oil-level" to fall back on.

posted on February 27, 2010 at 09:16PM
 
In response to AdamO's post from February 27 2010 11:46AM

yes your oil level repair is posted many times

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