I am in need of a new one and want some opinions . Thanks guys/girls
Printable View
I am in need of a new one and want some opinions . Thanks guys/girls
My dad's jiffy finally gave in (clutch blew, motor still good) last year after 20+ years. Went out and bought another one for the next 20
no experience with the eskimos, but jiffy's have bin around a long time, as previous poster mentioned, they last for years... they also build alot of muscle as they seem to enjoy being pulled on multiple times before starting... but still better than hand augering
mines bin good, only had to have it serviced once in the 7 years ive owned it... had to replace the recoil once, due to pulling it a million times lol
I have a Strikemaster powered by a Honda 4 stroke and very impressed with it, only 23 pounds
+1 for propane jiffy.
Sounds like you need to tweek your high speed jet a tad , Steve . And use Amsoil sabre at 100-1 and she will fire right up . Over 15 years and mines still barking and growling on any cold frosty morning within three pulls of the cord .Quote:
Originally Posted by fishy steve
TD
Quote:
Originally Posted by bigbuckfisher
40V ION, used it last weekend and it's the cats , never go back to a gas auger again.....was on sale CT 2weeks ago for $499
I have an Jiffy STX for 6 or 5 years now, always worked good but it's not bullyproof. I broke a few plastic things here and there but nothing to bad.
I have a jiffy SD60i I picked up rebuilt at CT. this will be its second season with me and so far it's done well. From what I have read the only blades you can shar
Oops...hit post too early.
Was about to say they can be sharpened with their tool. Not by a pro, although tool is not that cheap!
Neto
I have the Jiffy SD60i and it cuts holes extremely fast. My complaints: lots of plastic, the bolts loosen quickly and need to be tightened frequently if you don't use lock-tight. I don't have an issue with it firing up in the cold - just make sure you prime the engine well and it fires right up.
FishFrenzy
i just need to tear the carbs apart... its on the list lolQuote:
Originally Posted by 400bigbear
I have a 12 year old Jiffy 2hp with a Tecumseh on it, 8". It has been outstanding. Nice and light. Lighter than any electric or propane model now. Starts within 2 pulls. I've always run Stihl premium oil with premium Shell gas (no ethanol). I add Yammalube to the tank, and always make sure it gets Stabil run through it for summer. I get new fuel after 2 months. My only complaint - the gas cap is about as useful as teats on a boar-pig. It leaks unless you put a piece of plastic underneath the cap. This may be OK on the new ones.
looks like jiffy is the winner lol
Who is the engine manufacturer that is being used on the new Jiffy?
You can re sharpen any blade that has been sharpened before ! Lol bring your auger knives drill bits sawsQuote:
Originally Posted by Neto
to my shop and we make em cut lol
my eskimo z51 running premium fuel stihl oil with gas line antifreeze works very well, it cuts quicker than any auger on my lake but I also sharpen my blades anytime they need it lol that being said the viper motor is definately a cheap chineese product and in cold weather it takes a few seconds for the clutch to engage after warm up.
i would love to put a honda motor / power head on it. Strike master augers impress me. Not sold in the whole battery things or propane. We see how they hold up after 20 years on the ice.
ps, my backup augers a 25 year old jiffy works well except as others say they leak has and are a tank to use.
i have the Strikemaster Honda, and 2 other guys I know as well. We all had to do a little fine tuning out of the box, Honda has them idled down too low from the factory, even when warmed up they would die after letting off the throttle when hole was drilled. Seems to go forever on a tank of fuel.Quote:
Originally Posted by Monster29/66
Also have the 15 year old 3hp Jiffy 10" on standby or if the black fies get bad out on the lake
PM sentQuote:
Originally Posted by Monster29/66
if interested I have a brand new still in the box never had gas in it , jiffy 30 10 inch 85 cc 3 hp auger for sale asking 450
My 10" Jiffy Propane is Awesome! Love it!
Tempest 43cc, which is a copy of the Rapala Nitro, copy of the Eskimo with Viper engines.
Love my Rapala Nitro!!
I'm still using my 20+ yr old Strikemaster Mag III plus. Great unit, and I believe Rapala is making them now. The only thing I've done to it is a new plug every year, and just recently replaced the blade I've been sharpening for years with a new one.
I've had 3 power augers, all jiffy's and the current propane powered one is hands down the cats of them all. Super easy starting in any temp, and cuts a ton of holes on one tank.
I just sold my 8" Eskimo from around 2008 after replacing a primer bulb and making my own fuel tank for it having drilled thousands of holes. Started using the Eskimo 10" Z71 shark now.
Works as intended.
I also have a 8" Eskimo with a Viper engine, had it for three years and no problems so far after literally hundreds of holes. Only think i did was Loctite main shaft allen bolt after installation as it loosened up.
Can't beat a hand auger never fails always starts n does a beauty job
.... My jiffys over 20 years old and has cut over 2000 holes... No bull. That should say it allQuote:
Originally Posted by 400bigbear
Rapala nitro. Third or fourth season now. Starts third pull...
had a jiffy for long time till it was done, bought strikemaster and regret it , slow to drill, and always giving me issues
I wish I had seen this when the sale was on. I am looking to get one for next seasonQuote:
Originally Posted by OUTCAST
I have a Jiffy series "70 " with a 9"auger that I would like to sell . Comes with an extra set of blades , selling because it is getting too heavy for me to carry from the cottage to the lake , looking to get a lighter one .
I have a Rapala Nitro.
Great auger, but rheir aftermarket replacement part replacement sucks ... 3 1/2 weeks to get a replacement throttle lever, and turned out the lever was actually an Eskimo replacement part.
Mine too. Finally had to change the plug and put a carb kit in it this year LOL.....its been everywhere and drilled so many holes, never once let me down until this year. Doesn't owe me a cent.Quote:
Originally Posted by grizzlygreig
S.
ION, hands down no gas, no leaks, no worries
hoping that the foreigners on Simcoe all buy one for next years season.. if they are going to set up 20 feet beside you at least they can be quiet about it!
I have an 8" Eskimo like this https://under-the-open-sky.com/best-ice-augers/ and have never had any problems with it. It is bombproof in my opinion.
I also have a jiffy 10 " and I like it also. I did have to adjust the carb on it to get it to run right.It is a lot faster though.
One thing that I like about the Eskimo is that engine parts are more protected. With the Jiffy Iit is more prone to getting ice/snow up underneath the engine when transporting in the sled behind the snommachine and causing the throttle and other stuff to have to be thawed.
This is not a problem if I bring my covered ice shanty and haul it in the sled base for the shanty.
Also whatever brand you buy be sure there is a local supply of parts. I would hate to have to special order spare blades or an extension shaft mid season.
Most Augers are fairly easy to break down with an allen wrench. Only have one bolt to remove. My Jiffy came with a rubber wrench holder on the handle so it is always handy.
I would recommend at least 2 hp for general use.
I have a Jiffy 30, 10". As Fenelon said, Stihl oil and Shell premium fuel, also use Sea Foam and marine stabilizer in the fuel immediately after I buy it. Never had a problem starting. I use this system for all my motors. I broke the pull start once while fishing. I removed the pull start and used the rope directly on the top of the engine. I replaced it with a discarded lawnmower pull start later (free). Also, fog the engine properly. Hope this helps.
I’ve had the jiffy 10” propane since it came out and never had an issue
I got an eskimo 43cc last year. Only used it a few times but have had no problems with it. I used Truefuel in it too.
Strikemaster, love it, no issues.
"Hold my beer and watch this"
I have the eskimo propane auger in 10". Works well for me!