Author Topic: Power auger (Read 1386 times)

Coldwaternut · « **on:** Dec 28, 2016, 03:57 PM »

What does everyone recommend for a power auger? I was thinking in the lines of a jiffy,strike master or Eskimo. It would have to be at least and 8" because I do a lot of walleye, pike and Muskie fishing. Had a jiffy years ago and it was really heavy hoping to get one that's not so heavy as I am getting older lol. I know nothing about the electric and propane models. There are days I drill a lot of holes in search of the walleyes. Any recommendations would be great. Thanks

Indiana_Lou · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 05:24 PM »

I've used an Eskimo Shark 51cc for the last five years. Hopefully won't jinx myself but it has been fine. It has the 8" auger. Starts on the second/third pull and no problem idling. I do use ethanol free gas mixed to a 50:1 ratio with their Vipor oil. Hope this helps. I'm sure there are a lot of different opinions including going non-gas. Lou

rpwingle3 · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 05:41 PM »

Ive got an eskimo stingray 33, and will have a shark z51 as of tommorow when ups gets here. The 33 ran flawless hope the z51 does the same. Remember to periodicly go through them and tighten up screws and bolts before you start loosing them.

caddy084 · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 05:43 PM »

Quote from: Indiana_Lou on Dec 28, 2016, 05:24 PM

I've used an Eskimo Shark 51cc for the last five years. Hopefully won't jinx myself but it has been fine. It has the 8" auger. Starts on the second/third pull and no problem idling. I do use ethanol free gas mixed to a 50:1 ratio with their Vipor oil. Hope this helps. I'm sure there are a lot of different opinions including going non-gas. Lou

I'll be using ethanol free fuel from now on. I have a strikemaster lazer mag about 5 or 6 years old. It has been good to me for sure. Gas drained every season. This season the ethanol full use over the years played havoc on the carb diaphragms and now needs a carb job (parts ordered).......

icewolf69 · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 05:44 PM »

I have a jiffy pro lite or i use a clam plate both with 6" augers because i mainly fish for panfish, but have pulled 30" muskies throu a 6"hole a few times. Last year my jiffy never even saw the ice, this year i screwed on a cylinder and started in 2 pulls( i do nothing for winter storage). But if you like a 8" hole I would look at a Ion, you cant beat just pulling a trigger and drilling, IMO. My clamplate is my go to.

Coldwaternut · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 05:49 PM »

Was thinking a jiffy or a Eskimo gas powered. Just not sure on the model

beeverfishing · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 06:00 PM »

I have an Eskimo Mako. Runs and cuts fine, But if I were to do it over I'd go for the drill / auger combo. Much lighter, quieter, no gas, etc. etc..

Chris338378 · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 28, 2016, 08:35 PM »

I have and recommend the Eskimo Mako, they're cut through the ice like a champ, and go for around $300 at Glen's with free shipping.

1moslab · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 04:35 AM »

I have had really good luck with strikemaster lazer.thay are pretty light at 27lb really like what I have seen and heard about jiffy propane light it's like a pd or 2 heavier.the Eskimo seems fine but comes in at low 30lbs I think 33 so they are not worth the weight to me.

chumster · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 04:57 AM »

Check out the Ion. You'll love it.

1moslab · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 05:22 AM »

Quote from: chumster on Dec 29, 2016, 04:57 AM

Check out the Ion. You'll love it.

especially if your short

Ccominsky · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 05:24 AM »

Just got an Eskimo Shark Z51 8", it's awesome and starts every time. Did the quick release pin mod I saw on YouTube for easy transport. L and M had the best price with free shipping.

bigvfb · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 10:47 AM »

my buddy has the jiffy propane 8in . its great starts easily and drills nice round holes.
no gas to mess with . when my gas auger dies im getting one

Chris338378 · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 11:59 AM »

If I was going to get a propane auger I'd get the Eskimo HC-40 because it has a full five year warranty and you don't have to lay it down one specific way. My friend had a Jiffy propane auger and it wouldn't run because he forgot to lay it down the right way. He called Jiffy and they replaced it for him because it was under warranty.

slappy1972 · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 04:23 PM »

I just order. the eskimo gas auger the smallest cc they have and it works awesome.It start every 1to 2 pulls.I order it threw cabelas for 269 bucks.It has a 8 inch bit and it cuts threw the ice like butter.

ONTHLK · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 04:38 PM »

Sold my 10" gas auger after I went K-drill 6". It's really that much better!

toocheaptosmoke · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 09:19 PM »

Antique Jiffy's! I like my augers how I like my women, heavy, loud, and smoking like a chimley...

1moslab · « **Reply #17 on:** Dec 29, 2016, 09:29 PM »

Hahahahahahaha. That was good

chez · « **Reply #18 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 06:35 AM »

I have a 28 yo,jiffy,,still runs like a champ.
the kids bought me a new a new jiffy sd60i for Christmas.a 10"52cc.
I used it Monday,,,quick to start,2 pulls,and away she goes.has a chipper blade.
im happy with it so far.
the new jiffys will never be as good as the old jiffys though.
years ago I had a jiffy 1 arm bandit..man that thing roared..
CHRIS 338378 IS A FRIEND OF MINE,HES GOT AN ESKIMO MACO I BELIVE,NICE AUGAR.
A BIT SLOWER THAN THE JIFFY,BUT GETS THE JOB DONE NICE...
GOOD LUCK

Schlegs · « **Reply #19 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 07:31 PM »

ONTHK, what drill did you use with your 6" k-drill, I am looking at the 8"k-drill.

ONTHLK · « **Reply #20 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 07:46 PM »

I went with the Milwaukee. When I need a larger hole I drill a second hole next to the first. We are at 20" of ice and it's a real quick process. Plus reversing the drill clears the slush. Not only did I get rid of my gas auger, I got rid of my scoop.

Coldwaternut · « **Reply #21 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 08:06 PM »

Thanks for all the replies. Leaning towards the propane model going to check them out this week

jeepdude64 · « **Reply #22 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 08:26 PM »

https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/spo/5937129535.html

Fishtales22 · « **Reply #23 on:** Dec 30, 2016, 10:05 PM »

Can't go wrong with teh Ion if you can afford it.

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Author Topic: Power auger (Read 1386 times)