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zjrog · 03-26-2008, 10:09 AM

I'm split on the use of my thrower. I don't mind in a light snow fall, shoveling. But once its 6" I prefer to use the thrower. Just a little 3HP single stage. But I like to keep enough area clear for 4 cars, and the sidewalks by city ordinance. If it was just me, I wouldn't bother, as I drive a Jeep... But it makes the rest of the family happy to keep it all clear. My daughter will clear the back patio for me, well, for the dogs. But she won't shovel out front. My son, if he is home when it snows, will shovel even if it takes hours...

I believe the thrower cuts my time down by better than 50%.

03-26-2008, 10:09 AM	#5 (permalink)
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