Buy Toro 1800 18-Inch 12 Amp Electric Curve Snow Thrower #38025

After years of frustration dealing with gas-powered models....engine troubles, starting troubles, rotor troubles, gas/oil mix troubles etc...., I finally decided to go electric with this small, inexpensive Toro. Consumer Reports rated in very high in a recent edition, so after some research, I bought it for $279 on the web. The first time I used it, I had second thoughts because the power cord can be a hassle...getting in the way, limiting your movement and distance. But after the 2nd, 3rd and 4th times using it, I have to give it a thumbs up. After you get used to the cord, you find that it's much easier to maneuver around it, or just flip it out of the way. And the machine just does the job. Starts every time and moves snow quickly and efficiently. From 3 inches of snow to a recent near 10 inches, this little thing did the job and did it well. My biggest complaint (aside from the cord, which isn't much of a problem now) is that it's not self-propelled. You will be pushing this thing all over. And it does tend to bump up against nearly every little crack in the driveway if you do as the manual suggests and push it with the wheels off the ground an inch or two. Over cracks, you need to let the front part of the unit ride naturally or even up off the ground ever so slightly. Well, since I've only had it for a few weeks, I can't be definitive with regards to any repairs that may become necessary. But at this point, as I see neighbors desperately trying to pull-start their units (like I did only a few days before this one arrived), or fill the tank with more gas, etc... I'm glad I made this purchase.Get more detail about Toro 1800 18-Inch 12 Amp Electric Curve Snow Thrower #38025.