I just purchased mine today. I hope to assemble it tomorrow.

 

:welcome: to SBF Wobby

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Jonsered by Husky

Who fixes these machines bought from the big box stores other than a dealer.

 

Who fixes these machines bought from the big box stores other than a dealer.

Not sure if I understand your question. Any small engine mechanic should be able to fix them. In addition to your authorized Husky/Briggs dealer.

 

Well after reading this thread I decided to look closer and went to the Costco website. The model listed in the first post isn't showing up on their website, but they have two other models. A 24" with 208cc and a 27" with 254cc and both models state they have heated handles and power steering. 24" is $899 and the 27" is $999. Thought this might help someone that is on the fence about this brand at Costco.

 

Good catch. So seems like, at least on-line, the big engine 24" was a short-time thing. Not sure if the new offerings are as compelling for their price points.

 

I have purchased and assembled mine (24", 305 cc, Costco $699). Assembly was very easy. I have been busy but hope to gas it up and start the engine tomorrow. As has been clarified in prior posts, this particular machine (Jonsered ST2261e) does not have power steering. Looking at the operator manual, the attached image I suppose could be pretty misleading with its steering illustrations. I will follow up after I start it up.

 

Quick follow up - we got some snow this weekend here in MN, so I was able to go out twice and clear it with the Jonsered (about 4 in each time). It started each time on the first pull. All of the controls were relatively simple to use. My wife even took it out was able to maneuver it just fine (first time using a snow blower). I am curious to see how well it does with larger amounts of snow at once (10in+).

In relation to an earlier question, the unit will not turn without the engine running.

 

Well, I just saw the ad for the Jonsered ST2368EP at Costco w/rebate $700, free shipping. Going to chance it. Will report back after snow flies in Chicago. Parts house said most parts are Husqv. now. 27" 252cc. Keeping fingers crossed.

 

BTW, we ordered the 27" and the sale was confirmed, then they said they couldn't fill the order, and offered the 30' FOR THE SAME $700 price! It's too dang big, but throws plenty.

 

Just my observations from trying to fix and bail out consumers who buy Husqvarna products.....I really like their lawn mowers up to 2014..not so much now. I hate their snowblowers...Poulan, and Jonsered included.....Just TRY to get parts for a 5 yr old Husky product...NLA.....screw that...the build quality is about equal to MTD...but at least MTD has parts available......No thanks...I won't even work on them...

 

Here’s the model they are selling on the east coast. This year it includes steering.

 

The sign says Briggs but the engine is set up exactly like LCT ???? Did someone goof????

 

yes they're selling that in the midwest too. The Jonsered is online only. I realize there is risk. I called a parts house before I ordered, and was told that most J parts are cross listed as H parts now. At $700, We decided to risk it.

 

Yesterday Morning (10.7.19) I received a Costco Email (Find Exclusive Deals at the Member Appreciation Savings Event! Starts Now!)
In it there was the:
Jonsered Two Stage Snow Thrower
$100 Off

In the morning It had two models available:
27" ST2368EP for $699 (after $100 Off) 254cc engine
30" ST2376EP for $799 (after $100 Off) 291cc engine
https://www.costco.com/Jonsered-30"-291cc-Two-Stage-Snow-Thrower.product.100506564.html

I went about my day..... and later in the afternoon I checked the costco deal.... And the 27" was no longer offered. And the Costco webpage that had the deal... can not be found. But what I can remember is there were about 30 reviews with about 4.5 stars. The 27" had 15" X-track tires..... while the 30" has 16" X-track tires
Both the 27" and the 30" had the same features (heated grips, power steering).

I am 6'3" tall...... and LEANING OVER manhandling a snowblower gets old real quick..... What I really liked on the Jonsered snow throwers is that they have Adjustable Handles ! Hopefully they will rise enough for me.



At $800 for a 30" snow thrower with all the bells and whistles for $800 sure looks like a ****-of-a-good-deal to me!


Looks like the deal ends 10.11.19 (long as supplies last.... and the 27" did not last long) Ordered last night (10.7.19) and this morning as I am writing this post, I received an email that the 30" snow thrower I ordered has shipped !

 

Hopefully it comes in and ready to go, nice machines and I am sure all the Husqvarna parts will work much like the craftsman blowers made by them. Great price though for a 30”