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| About - Craftsman 88957 |
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The Craftsman 88957 is part of the snow blower test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, snow blower models like the 88957 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Approximate retail price:
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| About This Brand |
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Another market leader in snow-blower sales, Craftsman markets single- and two-stage gas models with snow clearing widths of 20 to 28 inches and available electric start. In addition, the Craftsman Professional line features models with snow clearing widths up to 45 inches. Craftsman is made for and sold by Sears and models can be purchased online and in Sears and Kmart retail stores. |
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Engine size |
179cc |
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Electric start |
Yes |
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Multiple speeds |
Yes |
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Single hand controls |
No |
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Freewheel steering |
No |
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Single lever chute adjustment |
No |
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Headlight |
No |
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Heated handgrips |
No |
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Warranty (yrs.) |
2 |
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Survived the Blizzard of 2013
2/11/2013
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Lightweight
Maneuverable
Throws Far
Cons
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
I have used this snowblower three times this season, most recently to extricate ourselves from 30+ inches of snow this past weekend. I can't say enough good things about it. Easy to start, cleans to the pavement, throws sufficiently to get snow up and over a four foot or higher snowbank, efficient engine. I am a novice user and love the safety controls, and easy to understand starting process, especially the electric starter. I did have some issues with the packed snow at the end of the driveway, but learned to chip away a little at a time, and the snowblower did a great job. Important to note, this is NOT industrial strength equipment. My only complaint would be that the chute control could be a little closer to the other controls for ease of use.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
ran twice needed service,
1/15/2013
Pros
Lightweight
Cons
Can't Handle Wet Snow
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
only used it once last year....went to start it this year and the tire was flat again just like it was when it came out of the box. I noticed if you tilted it back that gas would flow all over the rear wheels. I returned to sears for warranty service. I was told that the carb was leaking an obvious manufacturing defect but that the carb was not covered under warranty and that the flat tire wasn't either. unbelievable...since when does manufactoring defects not covered by warranty.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Excellent machine
12/11/2012
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Efficient Reliable
Maneuverable
Throws Far
Cons
Loud
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
i have owned this snowblower for over three years. Sturdy and reliable. Had it serviced by Sears the first couple years, but i serviced it last Fall. This is a durable machine, with solid parts, and an ease of maneuverability despite its weight. i would easily recommend it to friends.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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