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Craftsman 88957
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Approximate retail price:
$649.99
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Summary: This compact-two stage gas-powered Craftsman is 24 inches wide with electric start.
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Type: Compact two-stage gas snow blowers
About - Craftsman 88957

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.


Width (in.):
The clearing width, or swath, in inches.

Removal speed:
Removal speed is how quickly models could remove snow without laboring; single-stage machines were pushed as quickly as possible before the machine labored.

Plow pile removal:
How fast the snow thrower can remove a simulated pile of snow left by a municipal plow at the end of a driveway.

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About This Brand

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.

Features & Specs - Craftsman 88957
info Engine size 179cc
info Electric start Yes
info Multiple speeds Yes
info Single hand controls No
info Freewheel steering No
info Single lever chute adjustment No
info Headlight No
info Heated handgrips No
info Warranty (yrs.) 2
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User Reviews - Craftsman 88957
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1.0
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.
By from
 
5.0
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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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
Won't start the second season
10/19/2012
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Cons
Difficult to Start
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
Worked good the first season... The second season it won't start. For the average person this is a poor choice, unless you like to replace carborators each season.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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