Rollerman 290 #1 Posted December 17, 2008 Just had our first decent snow.....only 4" , but I'm getting bored waiting. Did most of my work with the 66 L156 Ranger W/blower....I didn't care for Ranger's at first...but the more I use them they are light,easy to handle & capable machines! Also used my 95 520 W/56" blade to clean up a bit...that thing is a monster & I'm curious to try it in some heavier snow. Didn't get out the 953 today other than for pics...still working out some details on the clutching. It's kinda graby & hard to creep when needed. Still waiting on a manual so I can get the part# for the drive belt....has the TSC blue belt on it now. Sorry about the poor pics, time for a new camera. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,602 #2 Posted December 17, 2008 Stephen, Nice pictures - only 4 inches, huh? That would be a pretty decent snow here. On the camera thing, I wouldn't want you to dip into that 1054A fund. But, cameras have come down in price significantly. I just saw an ad last night on TV, I can't remember if it was Best Buy, Circuit City or where, but a Kodak 9.3 mp camera for under $80, about $30 off. My old Kodak at 3.1 mp does a great job, so anything over that mp would be good, I would think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #3 Posted December 17, 2008 Terry I'm actually still useing a camera phone...same as "all" my other pics. We have a Polaroid i733, but the CP spoils me...it's always there & takes 2 seconds to email the pics direct to my account. Guess I better get used to useing a real camera before my pics look worse than a crayon drawling huh. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pond195520032003 27 #4 Posted December 17, 2008 nice pics Stephen we only got about 2 inches monday night tuesday morning i plowed, but was actually just playing as for pictures i use an 02 Olympus D-380 2.0 mp and get quality pics! paid $209 in Dec. 9/02 and still use it regularey(spelling) , but they have more mp's now and are cheaper like T-Mo said :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick 13 #5 Posted December 17, 2008 Nice looking plow team Stephen. Next time the Ranger is working get someone to take action shots for you. Not sure that Ive ever seen a Ranger blowing snow. Pics of the blowers mounted yes but not a good action shot. Your cell phone pictures look good to me, better pics than my phone takes. Photo software could help make them even better. I still use my 2001? Olympus D-100, around $150 - $175 back then. It is only 1.3mp but works fine for garage shots of new projects. Also dont worry about getting it dirty in the garage. I do use the Sony 6mp "borrowed" from my brother for the zoom, better pics and its what I use to get video for the net. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teddy da Bear 11 #6 Posted December 17, 2008 Nice looking and capable team of "snow getters" I especially like the 953. Unless you planning on blowing up photos to poster size....... Anything over 3.1mp is just a waste and will only get you a mega-size file. Sorry to get :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #7 Posted December 17, 2008 :hide: I used to use a 2.5mp camera. I was told that I can't go bigger then a 4x6 with it. I went to 8X10, and framed the pics. No problem. Now I have a 7mp camera, and the file sizes are rather large. Anything you get now should work just fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #8 Posted December 17, 2008 Nice line-up Stephen, it looks like your ready for anything winter can throw at you :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
perry 82 #9 Posted December 18, 2008 glad to see your getting some seat time we got 4" also. they are calling for 6+ thursday night . . yes i agree, lets see some action shots of the ranger . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,147 #10 Posted December 18, 2008 You've got a sturdy lookin team there Stephen. I bet that 56" blade makes your plowing time real short. Mike........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,013 #11 Posted December 18, 2008 Just had our first decent snow.....only 4" , but I'm getting bored waiting. Did most of my work with the 66 L156 Ranger W/blower....I didn't care for Ranger's at first...but the more I use them they are light,easy to handle & capable machines! Also used my 95 520 W/56" blade to clean up a bit...that thing is a monster & I'm curious to try it in some heavier snow. Didn't get out the 953 today other than for pics...still working out some details on the clutching. It's kinda graby & hard to creep when needed. Still waiting on a manual so I can get the part# for the drive belt....has the TSC blue belt on it now. Sorry about the poor pics, time for a new camera. Thats a nice looking lawn ranger, looks aweful familar! :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #12 Posted December 18, 2008 Guy's thanks for the comps....Nick, Perry I'll see if I can get your request taken care of next snowfall. Duke...thats actually one I've had around awhile, seems like it takes two of them though to make one nice one. :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #13 Posted December 18, 2008 Awesome team of horses Stephen. Looks like you're ready for the big one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #14 Posted December 19, 2008 As requested a few shots of the Lawn Ranger chucking snow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,013 #15 Posted December 19, 2008 Duke...thats actually one I've had around awhile, seems like it takes two of them though to make one nice one. Yeah I hear ya! Never can have too many parts and horses.... :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teddy da Bear 11 #16 Posted December 19, 2008 Seeing that picture Stephen.... I am feeling inspired to get out my Ranger and see if she can still throw snow! Is that your driveway your in front of? That would not allow much seat time. No wonder you are out on the sidewalks. :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #17 Posted December 19, 2008 Is that your driveway your in front of? Mike thats actually my neighbors across the alley. His drive is bigger..... But the Ranger works great for doing the walks around the block. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BPjunk 184 #18 Posted December 20, 2008 Now Stephen, Those pictures of the Lawn Ranger blowing snow are JUST NEAT UH but one question ..... now ya' ain't exactly a small fry ... so what's the added weight for in the rear? yeah with the snow blower mounted on the front of a Lawn Ranger the rear end gets REAL LIGHT I have a NOS blower mounted on my 1968 Lawn Ranger .... maybe this winter??? Most likely not. Wild Bill in Richmond, Va. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick 13 #19 Posted December 20, 2008 Stephen, Looks like the Ranger is throwing that snow. Who wants to walk behind a small snowblower when you can ride on the Ranger that has a smaller engine. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
