Author Topic: demo augers (Read 5075 times)

red_eyes · « **on:** Nov 02, 2005, 06:32 PM »

Hello, Im planning on getting a 10"gas auger this year, and have been looking around at used jiffy's.I have alotta friends with jiffy's so Im goin to get one.On jiffy's website they have demo powerheads and auger for cheap, the powerheads are like $190 for the model 30 and the auger is only like $40. Would this be a good deal, I dont want to have to send it back to the company cause of a problem. should I check into them or jsut get a used auger from a local dealer.Im located in MA.

big big rdg · « **Reply #1 on:** Nov 02, 2005, 09:56 PM »

I got my Jiffy legend last year brand new. It was i think $300+ but im not really sure. My gramp has had hid for over 20 years and the things are bullet proof so i dont think you will have a problem with a used one. I would look at local dealer for used or Uncle Henerys or The Want Ad. Good luck in your search!

grumpymoe · « **Reply #2 on:** Nov 07, 2005, 08:03 AM »

I dont think you would have any kind of problem getting a demo direct from Jiffy.....I inquired about one last season, but due to the exchange and shipping costs, passed.....they are used by the inhouse pro's and no doubt are properly handled....Grump

Bob_D · « **Reply #3 on:** Nov 07, 2005, 10:46 AM »

I agree with Grump. If you are getting it from the factory it should be a safe bet.

Iceshanty · « **Reply #4 on:** Nov 07, 2005, 10:47 AM »

The price is right. Thats the same price I paid for mine 12 years ago!

-Scott

pontiac787 · « **Reply #5 on:** Nov 14, 2005, 07:38 AM »

Just a heads up, Jiffy now has the 76 on their web site for about $160 and the 8" drill to go with it for $40. Wouldn't you now I saw it just after I paid $300 for mine. Got the 9" though.

fishin fool · « **Reply #6 on:** Nov 14, 2005, 11:07 PM »

What's Jiffy's home page address?

Jeff

pontiac787 · « **Reply #7 on:** Nov 15, 2005, 06:59 AM »

This is the address. Go to the special sale items section to see the auger.

http://www.jiffyonice.com/welcome.htm

icejunky · « **Reply #8 on:** Nov 15, 2005, 08:21 AM »

Yeah, factory Demo's are the way to go when buying used. They treat their product properly so it's ready to go when the customers arrive. Nothing a salesman hates more then showing a product and the demo doesnt work.

pontiac787 · « **Reply #9 on:** Nov 15, 2005, 08:23 AM »

Yeah, Just wish I saw it before I ordered mine. I could've lived with the 8" and used the $100 for other gear!

baginwal · « **Reply #10 on:** Nov 17, 2005, 01:37 PM »

Quote from: icejunky on Nov 15, 2005, 08:21 AM

Yeah, factory Demo's are the way to go when buying used. They treat their product properly so it's ready to go when the customers arrive. Nothing a salesman hates more then showing a product and the demo doesnt work.

I agree with IceJunky. I bought two Cannon Electric Downriggers for my boat, that were Demo's, over 10 yrs ago and have never had a problem with either one.

red_eyes · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 26, 2005, 11:55 AM »

well, ordered a demo 76 with a 9" bit, last one they had left for $210. Cant wait to get it and try it out, ill let yall know how it is.

Bob_D · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 26, 2005, 12:33 PM »

I'm sure you will love it. Can't beat that price!

red_eyes · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 31, 2005, 03:08 PM »

well started er up today and she ran fine.it was my 1st time ever using one, and I was like WHoah **censored** wen it started to wobble, but I guess its normal.

rokibass · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 31, 2005, 05:29 PM »

Just some info my wife bought me a model 76 demo with the 9 inch drill, the powerhead looks like a snowmobile ran it over, deep scratches across the powerhead. Also the drill looked like it was hammered off. I started the auger and it wobbled so bad it almost came out of my hands. Upon further inspection I could visibly see the drill was bent, there was at least 3/4 of an inch runout. I took pictures and e-mailed CS and there sending me a new drill, still hasn't got here yet. I don't believe these are demo's but are there so called reconditions. In my opinion don't buy one, with the condition that mine came in no one would be happy.

Just a word of warning

Happy New Year To All

red_eyes · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 31, 2005, 05:39 PM »

rokibass, Wow that sucks. I got mine weds night, put the drill on the powerhead, it looked brand new, no scratches anywhere... runs fine..the wobble I think is normal on jiffy's, but like you said your drill was bent, so Im gonna look over mine tonite, but I dont think its bent.

rokibass · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 31, 2005, 06:24 PM »

Ya Red eyes this does SUCK
I checked mine out and was shocked! I put a level in front of it lying down and was amazed they let this one out. As I said there sending me a new one and told me I could keep the old one, not that its going to do me any good. As far as the scratches/gouges CS said thats normal so I am going to have to live with it. I hope I get the drill soon I'm dying to get out, I can no longer drill by hand because of an injury.

red_eyes · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 01, 2006, 06:21 PM »

went fishing today, auger cuts real nice, except the last inch of the hole it starts to catch and bog. anything I can do?

Gamalot · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 02, 2006, 03:48 AM »

I think you will find most of them bog a bit right at the bottom of the hole.
Thats the very hardest ice and the toughest part of drilling any hole.
If you have ever drilled thru steel with a power drill you can hear the difference in force needed and motor strain right at break thru and this is also where a bit will often catch and snap off.
Most guys tend to slow a bit at the very end when the most power is necessary and this causes the bog down. Lift the drill, get it spinning and finish the hole under power.

Gary

BCJensen · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 02, 2006, 09:39 AM »

I bought a Stealth 9" Demo, I it looked pretty much brand new. one nick or two but no problem. I was going to get the 8" but no extra cost for the 9" so I got the 9"

rokibass · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 04, 2006, 12:57 PM »

I got my replacement drill from Jiffy, It looks brand new. I'll have to take it out and try it TM. I guess I'll have to live with all the scratches over the powerhead, I still would never buy a DEMO again. I would rather pay a little more and not go through tha hassle again.

Rokibass

rokibass · « **Reply #21 on:** Jan 07, 2006, 05:00 PM »

Just got back from fishing and had a good day. I hope everyone else did to. My Jiffy demo worked great! I had got the 2hp white lightning 9 inch. It drilled like it was butter and is seems a lot lighter than my buddy's 3hp. I would reccomend this one highly.

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BCJensen · « **Reply #22 on:** Jan 07, 2006, 09:07 PM »

Glad to hear your machine is working right.. I hate reccommending things to folks that do not work out.. When I spoke W/ the Jiffy guy, He told me that some of the units could have some nicks and scratches, All mine had was a couple of oil drip marks that I cleaned and a little paint chip in the bit and that was it. A local store in my area has a brand new unit for sale that has more marks on than the 1 I received..

My guys will tell you that I hunt for these deals relentlessly and generally score pretty good..I like saving a buck where I can.

I am going to start my quest for a AQUA VIEW for next year.

Take Care

Brent

rokibass · « **Reply #23 on:** Jan 07, 2006, 11:51 PM »

Brent I have to save a few bucks because of 2 offspring. Please let us know if you find any good deals on an aqua view, It would be greatly appreciated. I hope i'm not out of line when I say we all would be happy if we save a few bucks, as long as were catchen'.

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pimpmypike · « **Reply #24 on:** Jan 10, 2006, 08:20 PM »

i bought a demo (auger only)for 29.00.it looks brand new accept for a couple little scratches.it also came with a new blade.so im pleased.up in canada these augers would run a guy 170.00.so it s a h*ll of a saving.and only 9.00 shipping ups

hunter13 · « **Reply #25 on:** Jan 10, 2006, 11:22 PM »

where do i find out if they have any left i went to web site but didnt see anything about them on there

hunter13

BCJensen · « **Reply #26 on:** Jan 11, 2006, 06:38 AM »

Special sale items. no augers up there..

hunter13 · « **Reply #27 on:** Jan 11, 2006, 12:01 PM »

thanks i figured i was a little late on getting one lol

hunter13

fishuhalik · « **Reply #28 on:** Jan 11, 2006, 12:07 PM »

I've found that quite often getting some thing cheap is just that, getting some thing that is cheap! It seems like there's no such thing as a good deal anymore

red_eyes · « **Reply #29 on:** Jan 11, 2006, 02:13 PM »

well when mine arrived, I thought I made a good decision, and it turned out to be a good deal.

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Author Topic: demo augers (Read 5075 times)

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