Test/Review of Brand New Honda HS720 Single Stage Snow Blower Newest Video

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8 жыл бұрын

This is a review of the Honda HS720. I just bought it the week before this video was made and wanted to give my initial impression of it. I used an HS520 and that was a great unit but got the itch once I became aware of the HS720.
You'll have to forgive the quality of the video due to running the camera (iPhone 6) and the snow blower with one hand each. Overall, I'd say it was a solid unit and works well. Later that evening, after the plows went by and the temps dropped, I went and finished the EOD (end of driveway) and was blown away by the torque this thing has. It sounded like it was eating bricks but was chewing up big boulders of hard packed and ice crusted snow with little effort and starts on the first pull. That's why I didn't opt for the electric start!It tracks straight, unlike some Toro 3650's I've owned.
If you have any questions, fire away.
Thanks!

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@DERICR 7 жыл бұрын

Hello from the Huron, Ohio -- 50 miles west of Cleveland. I have never owned a snow blower before, but I bought this model today after looking at your informative video (thank you) and reading some reviews. Here's hoping that I never EVER have to use it, but FAT chance of that ever happening! At least I'm not in the snow belt.

@whasumara73 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for taking the time to show the video. I've got an offer from Home Depot on 18 months no interest. So I'm considering this model.

@rajanmistry82 4 жыл бұрын

This is a good video - thanks for posting it. Gives me a good idea of how the small Honda snow blower performs! Funny when you were aiming the chute at the kids in the garden 😆

@sundancebleu 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! This was really helpful Had my 520 for 13 years and it gave out finally last night, so I'm picking up one of these today. Honda makes great stuff.

@paulyshore98 7 жыл бұрын

sundancebleu awesome! We had some heavy snow and it blew the slush and snow right off the end of the driveway.

@lowrider3030 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video ! Just sold my clumsy Hs 928 going with this Hs 720. Can’t go wrong with a Honda !

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

***UPDATE*** Yesterday I used it to clear 4” of snow that had been rained on. It was very, very heavy and I finally got the engine under full load. It did remarkably well and could throw the snow farther than my HS80 could. I’ll be modifying the 2nd stage on that so it can handle the heavy stuff better.

@shanwar9844 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered one. My favorite color is Honda red. My 1995 mtd yard machine 2 stoke has finally checked out. I won't miss coming inside stinking like the Exxon Valdese after working.

@rhino6285 2 жыл бұрын

I still run a 2 stroke Powerlite. I know what you mean

@bailong5667 7 жыл бұрын

after watch your demo , I went out got me one. thank you.

@ricardolozano6265 7 жыл бұрын

bai long is it a good machine

@noneofyourbusiness8092 4 жыл бұрын

I like how it when right though the wet slush and not clogged up. Have a 24 inches craftsman two-stage ,clogs up when the snow gets a little wet, just pushes out front, and not go into the petals.

@pavelnesterov5554 6 жыл бұрын

Love this machine, easy to use

@charliegalanti8765 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video it was helpful

@salinsarin1 Жыл бұрын

Nice review and your fun with kids 😊😊

@paulyshore98 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@leecaldwell1029 7 жыл бұрын

great video thanks for the info. I purchased this today!

@paulyshore98 7 жыл бұрын

Jester435 great to hear! Let us know how it works for you.

@leecaldwell1029 7 жыл бұрын

paulyshore98 I moved 20" of snow last night off the Bointiful Bench just north of Salt Lake City, Utah. my neighbor has bigger two stage. It took him much longer with a smaller driveway and he kept getting clogged. I have always been a fan of Honda products ever since I worked for a landscaping and snow removal company back in highschool (1999) Thanks for this video, so i could get up to speed on the features and this model. I bought the last one Home Depot had. super easy to put together and use.

@paulyshore98 7 жыл бұрын

Jester435 good to hear! Hope it works out for you like it did me.

@algorel4763 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review, when your kids get a little older, buy them cordless Snow blowers, you can all have fun together. Now you know what I think of cordless blowers!

@sophiamendoza5912 7 жыл бұрын

Very nice 👌👍

@couleehiker403 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Good video. I was wondering, does it do a good job of “pulling” itself forward and assisting you. Or are you still pushing most of the way? Thanks.

@paulyshore98 Жыл бұрын

You just lift up gently on the bars and it pulls itself forward.

@erikzett 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, your the snow machine for the kids - do you need to be careful with going off into a dirt driveway or lawn? I have one to the left of the cement but its pretty iced up.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Erik Zetterberg it’ll let you know when you hit grass, but it doesn’t dig a trench.

@wolfc70 7 жыл бұрын

I have the same model. I love it, handles the WI snow just fine. My only complaint is the wheels seem to attarct snow and it sticks to the treads making the wheels not turn. Otherwise it is an excellent snowblower.

@ttttenney 7 жыл бұрын

I have the exact same issue with mine. I wish Honda would change the design, because my older Yard Machine never had the issue of snow collecting on the wheels. Makes it hard to get a flush cleaning of your walks/driveway.

@tomtalker2000 7 жыл бұрын

I've been considering this model over the Toro PowerClear single stage machines. And i to have heard about this complaint. But after reading through many various forums online. The fix for this tire issue is to spray WD-40 on the wheels PRIOR to using the machine. And to let it dry on the tires before using the machine is also crucial. Another method was using either a silicone based spray or even something as simple as PAM cooking spray. And also folks don't forget to spray your snow shoot and let it dry as well to prevent clogs. You do both of those things and this little powerhouse will be ALL that you need.

@rubiconoutdoors3492 5 жыл бұрын

Lmao ! You frosted that kid !

@terrywalker1197 5 жыл бұрын

Lol great review. Enough power to blast the kids from 30 feet away.

@uBort99 Жыл бұрын

I really like the chute control and how far it throws the snow

@NewShockerGuy 7 жыл бұрын

This seems to spit out the snow WAY more than the toro models I've been looking at on youtube. How are you liking it so far after a year of use? Any issues..etc? I've read numerous reviews indicating that the controls come loose after time and the chute moves, or when it's cold the controls are extremely difficult to move the chute. How is your experience with this?

@paulyshore98 7 жыл бұрын

NewShockerGuy loving it. It's funny to see it go through the heaviest slush you can imagine and yet it doesn't ever see full load.

@aguyandhiscomputer 6 жыл бұрын

I have a Toro and this Honda does throw it further. I'd like to compare paddle speed and chute design.

@scottjosephitis330 5 жыл бұрын

Do you think it would have any problems on a sloped driveway? My driveway is sloped about 10º I don't want to have a problem pushing it up to the top.

@paulyshore98 5 жыл бұрын

Scott Josephitis it pulls itself along with the paddles. You just gently lift the handle a bit and it starts moving.

@dougj102463 4 жыл бұрын

720 is also the approx cost :-D. If you live in the snowy north, it’d be worth it, though.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Doug Iden totally worth it.

@bobm3393 6 жыл бұрын

paulashore98 .. have you tried it with a foot of snow ? I live in new england and we just had 16 inches not long ago . Thank U !

@johnmontana8540 4 жыл бұрын

Bob M I live in Montana. Wondering the same...

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

It really depends on the kind of snow you get. We get heavy wet snow that commonly clogs up two stage blowers. This thing uses brute force to move it, but 16” of powder is probably doable but more suited for a two stage.

@amybutler9886 4 жыл бұрын

Do Honda snowblower handles collapse for easier transport?

@paulyshore98 Жыл бұрын

With a wrench, yes.

@bluelude2001 3 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up on dusting the kids with snow. I would of done the same thing. You still enjoying the honda? Reccomend it?

@paulyshore98 Жыл бұрын

Yes and yes

@mrbubetube 5 жыл бұрын

wow, I'm impressed. I thought it was a piece of crap when I first looked at it but it works much better than most snow blowers of that size. Does that thing have cheap crappy hard plastic wheels on it though?

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

mrbubetube if I had one complaint, I would say it was the wheels. They tend to get snow stuck to them, so I spray them with WD-40 to prevent it.

@samsonic3914 7 жыл бұрын

its even got a wheelie bar

@LiHao8377 4 жыл бұрын

Honda is the best, it does not require primer bulb to start which is stupid design and hard to start.

@Gromitdog1 5 жыл бұрын

Have to watch aiming the discharge towards anyone as the blower picks up anything rocks etc.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Gromitdog1 that’s true and 4yrs later, they’re still alive and kicking.

@raywilnut9859 4 жыл бұрын

How long do the rubber paddles last

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

This will be my 4th season with it and they still don’t need to be changed. Of course your mileage may vary.

@xrpxtrariceplease2811 3 жыл бұрын

How does it handle the wet snow ?

@paulyshore98 Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t notice when going through pure slush. It just pumps everything right on through.

@RSTI191 4 жыл бұрын

2019, would you buy it again? thnx much

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Rst28 I would absolutely buy it again. This is the 4th season of ownership and when I pulled it out of the shed, it (without exaggeration) started in a half of a pull. As in, it fired before I pull the cord all the way out. It’s got tons of power and just chews through slush, ice and snow. I have a new set of paddles ready to go on, but I don’t think I’ll need them this season. Just spray Pam or WD-40 on the tire treads before use to keep the snow from sticking and you’ll be golden.

@RSTI191 4 жыл бұрын

Thnx. Just purchased one from Home Depot.. ETA 12/3. Picked up a Honda Generator, Ca. blackouts, last month. Thing is bullet proof... Figured can't go wrong with Honda S/blower..

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Rst28 you’re going to love it. Report back once you’ve had a chance to put it through it’s paces.

@RSTI191 4 жыл бұрын

10-4

@Papi4l2 5 жыл бұрын

Anybody know how to keep the wheels from collecting snow? They build up and stop turning

@paulyshore98 5 жыл бұрын

Papi4l2 spray them with WD-40 first.

@Papi4l2 5 жыл бұрын

@@paulyshore98 have the wheels froze up on u? Has that worked for u?

@paulyshore98 5 жыл бұрын

Papi4l2 WD-40 repels water. Giving them a quick squirt makes it tougher for snow to build up.

@KosukiFire 5 жыл бұрын

gun oil with Teflon, like Remoil, works wonders. Use it on my sharpening stones and none of the metal filings stick

@Papi4l2 5 жыл бұрын

@@KosukiFire doesnt seem like it freezing on the shaft, seems like the wheel treat itself is collecting snow and preventing wheels from rolling smoothly. Think they're be better if they were just hard plastic

@smith951 7 жыл бұрын

I'm in Canada on a large river. some times I get 15 feet high snow drifts on the road. plow cant do it . takes a specialized loader

@ciarraibuzz 3 жыл бұрын

Where are 12 inches of snow on the driveway? It looks to be 4 to maybe 6. I just used an hs720 on a real 12 inch snowfall with bigger drifts and i broke my balls pushing it. It is out of it's league over 5 or 6 inches. My neighbor helped me with his 5.5 horsepower? and it was no sweat. I wish i hadn't bought this Honda cuz it is too much like work. I came in all sweated up. I see reviews that claim that it is the greatest, but it seems like i am lifting weights whenever i use it. What am i missing?

@jimshady5096 3 жыл бұрын

Did you slightly lift up on the handle to let the machine help self propel itself?

@user-jj7lo3sp2n 3 жыл бұрын

With snowfalls that high, you either want a 2 stage or to do partial passes with the snowblower. Partial passes may take longer since you're only taking in half of the snow but it'll be easier on you and the snowblower.

@Robsbrd99 Жыл бұрын

It IS a single stage. They just aren't rated for a foot. You probably need a two stage machine for that. I have a Toro 721 single stage with a longer driveway. I like to let the snow build to about five inches and go take care of it. That way, it's not hard on the machine. I do think the Toro MAY pull itself a bit better than the Honda. I'm a fan of both machines. I do like the chute controls.

@uBort99 Жыл бұрын

@Robsbrd99 yes the chute controls if toro would just add that

@connerbutler1077 8 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for it?

@paulyshore98 8 жыл бұрын

It was $699 before tax.

@x-man4702 5 жыл бұрын

Can this unit be used commercially?

@x-man4702 5 жыл бұрын

@Pantos Soup We usually get heavy wet snow in March, anywhere from 4 to 6 inches. Will it handle that?

@x-man4702 5 жыл бұрын

@Pantos Soup Thank you for your help.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

It will move everything including slush at the end of the driveway. Commercially, yes.

@hastonandrew2 6 жыл бұрын

be careful that thing can fling out a small rock and possibly hit one of your kids or somebody else. just looking out for a youtuber

@smith951 7 жыл бұрын

nice toy. useless at my house

@jedimormon7138 7 жыл бұрын

YOU LIVE IN BRIGHTON CANYONS UTAH?

@whoknows8678 7 жыл бұрын

I live in Spanish Fork, UT and just got a Honda HS720AA. I've already used it four times this winter. It does an awesome job of clearing snow from our driveway and sidewalk...and the same for neighbors' driveways and sidewalks...

@themechanic4222 5 жыл бұрын

To much money

@loktom4068 5 жыл бұрын

Other companies have caught up.

@themechanic4222 5 жыл бұрын

Like $600

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Buy once, cry once

@waynethebarber1095 5 жыл бұрын

Leave the kids inside.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Wayne the barber why? They like the snow.

@redshift2026 4 жыл бұрын

@@paulyshore98 Watching your video reminded me of when my kids were young. They loved standing to the side and using trash can lids as a shield to block the snow as it was being thrown their way. The only thing you need to be careful about is that there are no rocks on your driveway.. these things can chuck rocks pretty hard.

@paulyshore98 4 жыл бұрын

Redshift20 fair point. Prior to snow, I use a leave blower to get a all the leaves out to the street, so I’m fairly confident that there aren’t any loose rocks lying around.