Has anyone ever used this Auger?

[HeviShot]

I came across this propane auger and was curious if anyone has ever tried it out?
http://www.glensoutdoors.com/eskimo-high-compression-40-cc-8-inch-propane-auger.html

[hardwater diehard]

First of all welcome aboard ...you should fill in your location so other members can see where you hark from ...plus its good for regional/state tips and info ...PS might even be a deal on the auger in your area too... I have not used the auger your inquiring about ...but if you use the search engine ...located on the upper left ...wealth of info , reviews and tips on all kinds of products, topics  and fisheries .

[HeviShot]

Thanks for the tip!  Ive searched for information on this auger everywhere, only place I found that even has a picture of it was Glen's.

[Rebelss]

That's because Eskimo/Ardisam just came out with it this Spring, not even in stores yet.

[Chris338378]

As Rebless said, it's a brand new auger but in my experience with Eskimo products, they're all high quality.

[mr.clean]

Hevishot welcome to Ice Shanty if your interested in propane powered augers look at Jiffy's website . They have two models the PRO 4 and Pro 4 lite . The pro 4 has been on the market for around 5 years the lite model 2 or 3 . Both Jiffy and Eskimo have good reputations .
Steve

[dbike988]

About time someone else has a propane...

[fishking20]

My eskimo auger is 24 years old, i knew my next one was going to be propane but im glad i can stay with eskimo  , of course i will give it a couple seasons to see how they work for others though 

[carcus1]

As Rebless said, it's a brand new auger but in my experience with Eskimo products, they're all high quality.

High quality? Your kidding right? Maybe before they where made in china!

[dbike988]

High quality? Your kidding right? Maybe before they where made in china!

At least they're not made in Canada!  I kid, but really other than Nils, I don't think there is any brand that isn't made in China.  Strikemaster tries to say they're engines are German made, but the parts are sourced from China.  Same with Jiffy with "Engineered in the US", but made in China.  It's a shame, but I guess we need to pick up our game to get manufacturing back into North America!

[Chris338378]

I never had any problems with any Eskimo products.  Yeah it sucks they're made in China but that's where almost everything is made anymore.  If I can't find made in USA I look for made in Canada but unfortunately China has everyone out numbered.

[jumbo chaser]

Looks like a good auger to me

[jumbo chaser]

Welcome aboard Hevishot

[ice dawg]

At least they're not made in Canada!  I kid, but really other than Nils, I don't think there is any brand that isn't made in China.  Strikemaster tries to say they're engines are German made, but the parts are sourced from China.  Same with Jiffy with "Engineered in the US", but made in China.  It's a shame, but I guess we need to pick up our game to get manufacturing back into North America!

I believe Jiffy Pro 4 engines are manufactured in California. 

[Cfilbert]

The One thing I like about the Eskimo Brand over the Jiffy is the Quantum blade setup.  The Dual Blades just seem to eat the ice.  I used a friends Jiffy Propane and after trying it out I would never go with the Jiffy.  When I cut through 30 inches of ice with the Eskimo I can put as much weight on it as possible and the motor doesn't even bog down.  The Jiffy Auger stalled with minimal pressure.  I guess to each there own, I am very interested to see this badboy on the ice this year.

[Chris338378]

The Quantum set up looks real nice but I like the old Turbo Cut blade set up.  I never used the Quantum blades so I can't comment on them but on my auger I have the Turbo Cut blades and I can say without a doubt they live up to the name.

[Rebelss]

The Quantum's work slick. Love mine. 

[HIMO]

The Quantum's work slick. Love mine. 

wow, you must have the prototype. you ain't been on the ice in 20 yrs.
 LOL !!!

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[Raquettedacker]

 

[Rebelss]

Alright, alright, that's enough snickering!!  Hey!! I DID make it out December 26th last year!!!!  And I caught a crappie!! 





Spent too much time finding that new shack that you wanted....... so, are ya gonna buy it? There's even enough headroom to wear your Horny goat hat in there! 



http://fishhouseforsale.com/green-bay-packer-ice-shanty/

[HIMO]

Alright, alright, that's enough snickering!!  Hey!! I DID make it out December 26th last year!!!!  And I caught a crappie!! 


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Spent too much time finding that new shack that you wanted....... so, are ya gonna buy it? There's even enough headroom to wear your Horny goat hat in there! 



http://fishhouseforsale.com/green-bay-packer-ice-shanty/

5 x5, hell thats not enough room for my beer. LOL !!! it looks like a ticket booth.

                                                                                                           HIMO

[Chris338378]

Oh boy, I could only imagine what you'd say if it was a Philadelphia pigeon fan's ( and NO I'm NOT, never was and never will be thank you) shack.   

[Rebelss]

Oh boy, I could only imagine what you'd say if it was a Philadelphia pigeon fan's ( and NO I'm NOT, never was and never will be thank you) shack.   

Hoo boy, you don't even wanna hear that one, Chris!  Just pass the Philly cheesesteak!   

[Rebelss]

Wow, on a roll, aren't we?  You should delete yours, too. Rest of us don't have that ability.  I thought it was all in good fun, like you said.

[HIMO]

ok. we are even LOL !!

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[Rebelss]

Ya coulda picked on the ViQueens all ya wanted. 

[dbike988]

I believe Jiffy Pro 4 engines are manufactured in California. 

Haha!  Funny joke, look at the EPA sticker.  I own a jiffy with the stealth stx setup and I can't stand it.  I tried to give away but my buddy used it once and gave it back.  I will say that it probably isn't tuned right, but man that thing was a PITA.

I was going to get a Pro-Lite last year bc the Pro-4 was a bit too heavy for me.  Tried a buddies out and we couldn't keep the blades from jamming.  Not sure what it is about that cutting system, maybe bc it turns left? 

[HIMO]

he Pro4 lite has a smaller engine than the Pro4. I have the pro4 and love it.

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[fishking20]

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[jacksmelt71]

had 2 eskimos and had breakdowns w/ both. 1 had the crank pulley split in half and the throttle cable froze all the time. the other one ,a shark, had the choke lever break off n my hand! many times it wouldn't start in real cold temps. glad i had my old school mod. 30 jiffy as backup. wish they still made them. both eskimos were sold after the 1st, season.