12-09-2009, 12:56 AM
[cool][#0000ff]It is a catch 22 situation. If you make any adjustments you can void a warranty. I learned the hard way so I just leave them alone and return them if they don't work. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have been around small motors for many years and can usually fine tune one pretty good. But unless it is out of warranty and I "own" it I am reluctant to correct the factory settings.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]As we all know, it doesn't matter how good the reputation of a product, you can still get a defective item once in a while. Doesn't mean they are all bad. Over the past few years I think the Strikemasters have enjoyed higher customer satisfaction ratings than most of the Eskimos. It will be interesting to see what happens now that Tecumseh is no longer supplying or servicing the auger motors. I know the guys who have the newer Eskimo augers have had a tough time getting service on their new motors.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have been around small motors for many years and can usually fine tune one pretty good. But unless it is out of warranty and I "own" it I am reluctant to correct the factory settings.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]As we all know, it doesn't matter how good the reputation of a product, you can still get a defective item once in a while. Doesn't mean they are all bad. Over the past few years I think the Strikemasters have enjoyed higher customer satisfaction ratings than most of the Eskimos. It will be interesting to see what happens now that Tecumseh is no longer supplying or servicing the auger motors. I know the guys who have the newer Eskimo augers have had a tough time getting service on their new motors.[/#0000ff]
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