Author Topic: Eskimo Z51 opinions? (Read 1580 times)

Icefisher40 · « **on:** Jan 22, 2014, 07:49 PM »

Wondering if anyone on here owns a Eskimo Z51? If so, how do you like it compared to other augers you have used/owned?

I am in the market for a cheaper 2 stroke, and the Eskimo Z51 has caught my eye. I was looking at the SM Lazer Pro, but a little to pricey for me.

So, back to the Z51. Any thoughts?

Rebelss · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 22, 2014, 08:45 PM »

Look through here, Icefisher. Lots of Z51's owned by the guys. Great unit...

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=152698.0

Icefisher40 · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 22, 2014, 08:54 PM »

Quote from: Rebelss on Jan 22, 2014, 08:45 PM

Look through here, Icefisher. Lots of Z51's owned by the guys. Great unit...

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=152698.0

Thank you very much, buddy!

Can't believe I overlooked that!

Rebelss · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 22, 2014, 09:00 PM »

Just think, if you buy one, not only will ya own a 'MO, but you instantly become a F.O.E.A.O member!!!

jopes · « **Reply #4 on:** Feb 02, 2014, 09:17 PM »

I have the 71. I love it!

mjk67 · « **Reply #5 on:** Feb 04, 2014, 09:04 PM »

Have had a z51 10" for 3 years now. I had a small leak through the fuel line coming out of the tank. Fixed it easily with JB weld. Starts easily, drills great. This is my 2nd z51 Shark. If only we could convince them to start manufacturing the 9" again !

Bearsfan · « **Reply #6 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 06:59 PM »

I found one on craigslist for $380 used twice. Is that too steep? Gander and some other places say $350 and cabela's say $499.

Rebelss · « **Reply #7 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 07:26 PM »

$380 used? What is he, nuts??? $379 with FREE SHIPPING from MG, and these guys are great!! Go for it!!

http://www.marinegeneral.com/productcatalog.asp?parentid=10949&directoryid=11512

Bearsfan · « **Reply #8 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 07:40 PM »

I'm thinking so, I have not done much price comparison for power augers, but the wife gave me an ok. So now I'm shopping.

Rebelss · « **Reply #9 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 07:42 PM »

Send Idahogator a PM, he'll tell ya a place close. He's out for dinner tonite, but he'll get back to ya....

Bearsfan · « **Reply #10 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 07:43 PM »

If I had all the money in the world I would probably get the z51 than any of the others. Just need something faster than what I have now, Armstrong Auger. Thanks Rebs.

Bearsfan · « **Reply #11 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 07:44 PM »

Quote from: Rebelss on Feb 09, 2014, 07:42 PM

Send Idahogator a PM, he'll tell ya a place close. He's out for dinner tonite, but he'll get back to ya....

Thanks

Purple Floyd · « **Reply #12 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 08:38 PM »

I bought mine 2 years ago from the eskimo outlet store brand new for 259 dollars. It was a bad ice year and i think they may have needed to move them plus it had the older style plastic handles.

It is a great auger and cuts like the ice like crazy. At the beginning of the year I actually was going to sell it and go to the clam drill auger deal. After drilling 30 holes through 30 plus inches of ice yesterday I am so glad that I didn't do that.

jopes · « **Reply #13 on:** Feb 09, 2014, 08:58 PM »

$349 with free shipping from Glens.

http://www.glensoutdoors.com/fishing/ice-fishing/ice-augers/eskimo-shark-z51-10-51cc-quantum-power-auger.html

lefty2053 · « **Reply #14 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 07:14 AM »

My Z51 also has the Plastic handles. Not a problem when you set it down easy and don't let it flop around in your truck.

jopes · « **Reply #15 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 08:43 AM »

Quote from: lefty2053 on Feb 10, 2014, 07:14 AM

My Z51 also has the Plastic handles. Not a problem when you set it down easy and don't let it flop around in your truck.

Thats the key. Mine has the plastic handles as well. No issues so far.

drewgills · « **Reply #16 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 09:15 PM »

i have a 51 8 inch and it absolutly ripped through the ice for two weeks then one day i took it out and it danced around the top of the holes and wouldn't cut for #$%% i got frustrated and pushed on it so it would drill so i could fish ( yes i cleared all the ice off) the next day i brought it in and removed the blades to see if i could find a problem, low and behold the first blade came off and was snapped in two in the middle of the outer mounting hole i could not tell it when it cleaned the ice off it was a hair line fracture but the blade was still mounted so not sure if the break came before or after the abuse of me trying to drill

new blades on the way so ill let you know. cant figure out why it broke its only drilled maybe 50 holes and im pretty careful of transporting it and always put the cover on , i may have hit something i guess or maybe i over tightend the screws? it runs like a champ and screamed through ice, been really cold out ? For now im blaming the china blades and hope the replacements are better quality $:-\$

Rebelss · « **Reply #17 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 09:31 PM »

Drew, let me give you one tip, and I'll leave it at that, not even going to get into it. NEVER, EVER,
push down on your auger when drilling!!!!!!! HUGE mistake. I'll leave it at that. Good luck.

jopes · « **Reply #18 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 09:36 PM »

Right there is a good reason to carry spares. I have 3 sets because our ice is usually full of nasty sand.

drewgills · « **Reply #19 on:** Feb 10, 2014, 09:40 PM »

i know i know i was frustrated ....hope the few holes i pushed trough didnt make things worse $:-\$

drewgills · « **Reply #20 on:** Feb 12, 2014, 09:45 PM »

woot chipping glass again .new blades for 15 bucks on craigs list. i called everywhere for blades all sold out !

lefty2053 · « **Reply #21 on:** Feb 13, 2014, 07:32 AM »

Quote from: drewgills on Feb 12, 2014, 09:45 PM

woot chipping glass again .new blades for 15 bucks on craigs list. i called everywhere for blades all sold out !

$15 is a still. Must have been one of those people that sell a little of everything and nothing in particular.
OOPs Steal!

drewgills · « **Reply #22 on:** Feb 13, 2014, 06:22 PM »

nope just guy who got rid of his auger and had extra set he got at scheels . he even met up with me on the way to the lake and left work to do it..

nwifisherman · « **Reply #23 on:** Feb 14, 2014, 10:54 PM »

I got a z51 8" this year and it has aluminum handles. So far I love it and it does good. Drilled through 32" today!

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