November 30th, 2005
For the Man Who Has Everything - the V8 Snowblower
By Alice Hill
RealTechNews
It’s winter and that means that the real men who loved our coverage of the Hemi Grill need a wintertime outlet. Rest easy. Here’s one for the snow and sleet - a V8 Snowblower.
Kai Grundt’s V8 snow blower raises the bar on the traditional snow blower in every respect. With electric start, electric block heater, antifreeze heater and eight cylinders, it has no drive belts to freeze up and you’ll never get bored with the job as the 454 cubic inch big block Chevrolet V8 produces 412 horsepower, 430 foot pounds of torque and can throw snow 50 feet at just 3500 rpm. Nor will you get cold as the machine has been ingeniously designed to route the engine coolant through the handle bars, with the rear mounted, enclosed radiator keeping the operator nice and cosy. Source: Gizmag
gozo says:
Whoa! I have GOT to get one of THESE!
Ummm… the grill too…
November 30th, 2005 at 10:24 pm
Sillyones.net says:
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Alice Hill’s Real Tech News - Independent Tech � For the Man Who Has Everything - the V8 Snowblower No one who has one of these is getting snowed in this winter……
November 30th, 2005 at 10:28 pm
Ted says:
This is why the snowman pulled his pants down…
December 1st, 2005 at 8:22 am
David Johnston says:
They should make a version that you can drive instead of walk behind
December 1st, 2005 at 9:12 am
Brad Pitt says:
Alice, I didn’t have the chance to check out that grill last time so thanks for the link. Loved it!
Nice snowblower but I live in LA so but my parents could use it. Christmas present?
If I buy the grill… will you entertain the idea of visiting and showing me how it works?
BP
December 1st, 2005 at 9:37 am
NASAdude says:
The sad thing is that the same machine could be built just as effectively with a 15hp engine.
Given the available power, it could be designed a lot better. The key change is a larger opening; the engine could handle a lot more snow. While you’re at it, you could power a track vehicle (ie: snowcat) with an enclosed cab and all the ammenities you’d desire.
Or just buy a 250-710hp snowblower instead of building your own.
This page has some nice examples: http://www.gemacosales.com/products/RPMTech/selfpropelledsnowblowers.htm
The blower on the model P-5000-R is powered by a 710hp engine; the vehicle has a 260hp engine. That’s a total of 970hp for getting the job done.
Move along… nothing to see in the parent story.
December 11th, 2005 at 11:47 am
Glenn Shumate says:
I see that NASAdude is missing the point here. Sure, anyone could purchase a snowthrow’n truck, but where’s the adventure in that. This is Tim Allen on steroids. Whoa yeah!! I wonder if ski’s would work with cruise control? Or maybe convert it to radio controled so I could play with it in the basement.
December 15th, 2005 at 12:57 pm
Glenn Shumate says:
Ok, so I convinced my wife that like my Harley, a V8 powered snow blower is a necessity, and not some frivolous desire. But before I buy one, I have some pertinent questions:
1; Is there a large selection of chrome accessories to choose from?
2; If I put straight pipes on, will I need to re-jet the carb?
3; Will a detachable windshield help reduce fatigue on long trips?
4; I don’t want to look like all the other V8 throwers out there, so what’s the aftermarket doing for accessories, like, is there an endless supply of mufflers and shiny bolt on stuff to help personalize this thing?
5; What about attire, would a snappy black leather ensemble complete with do-rag, chaps, jockstrap, and a chain attached to my wallet so I always know where it is be out of place?
6; When I attend the annual “throwers” meet this winter in South Dakota, can you recommend a place to stay that’s about 50 miles away so I can trailer there, but look like I walked all the way when I come strolling into town?
7; How many months a year should I operate this thing so I’m not considered a poser?
And finally,
8; Is there a grass cutting attachment available for those long boring out of season summer months?
Thanks for your help,
Glenn
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November 2nd, 2007 at 2:45 am
John Deere Snowblowers says:
Wow - I would love one of these snowblowers to review on my site. A V8,,,crazey
February 12th, 2008 at 9:16 am
Dad says:
A big block?
June 9th, 2008 at 9:28 am