Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

Our old snowblower weighed less than 200 lbs and I was able to wrestle it into a Ford van. When I bought a nearly 300 lb  Ariens, I knew this wasn't going to happen.

Most of the big box stores and others sell the Highland ramp kit. It's two aluminum extrusions that bolt onto a 2"x8" or 2"x12" plank to make a ramp for $25 or so. They work very well - the 2x8 deflected very little even with me and the snowblower on it at the same time. The planks are $6 each or so and can be used for other projects if you don't have a recurring need. I like the nice aluminum ramps but had no place to store them.

One caveat - they come with carriage bolts that are hard to tighten. I replaced them with hex head bolts.

There are  optional kits for the bottom, antii-skid pads, etc. Highlandusa.com.

They don't fold though, and I saw them for $49.99.  That would be an awsome price for $39.99 though. 

Being in the small engine repair business - I've seen lots of ramps.  I've also seen a lot of boo boos with ramps.  Hours of sitting back laughing with your popcorn.  All ramps that are built strongly enough to support the weight of your machine should be fine.  It's all in what you are comfortable with.

Sherri

PS - If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.