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Title: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: tmeyer on Jan 15, 2013, 10:06 PM

I have an 8 inch, 1969 eskimo gas auger.  I am looking to get a replacement blade (8 inch and only has one blade) for this auger.  Anyone have ideas on where  can obtain one or more? ???

Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: Idahogator on Jan 15, 2013, 11:05 PM

Hey TMeyer, I think you'll get the best results by going right to the source.

Call Eskimo,  1 800 345 6007    ext 146  , Eva, knows parts.

Please reply here with the verdict.      ;)2




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Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: tmeyer on Jan 15, 2013, 11:08 PM

Thanks gator!!  I will let you know!!     ;D

Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: tmeyer on Jan 16, 2013, 03:48 PM

gator,   I found that they did indeed have blades for this old auger.  HOWEVER,  they only had 3 and will nnot be making anymore.  Needless to say i bought them all.   lol :o    Thanks for your help!!!

Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: Idahogator on Jan 16, 2013, 04:16 PM

Wow !  That was close, but you won.
Do you touch up the edge or send them away for sharpening?

Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: tmeyer on Jan 16, 2013, 04:51 PM

My dad has been sharpening the same set of blades since 1986.   HAHA   they are getting pretty small so i figured it was time to grab new ones!!. :o

Title: Re: 1969 Eskimo
Post by: Idahogator on Jan 16, 2013, 05:02 PM

Then you may be set for life, ha.
I've found that after some seasons, only about 3 strokes is all that' required.
It's nice we don't get sand storms here, even muddy ice can dull 'em.
Good luck, go gettem.