This auger is perfect for all your digging projects. It features a powerful 43cc 2-cycle Viper engine, an alloy gear with ball-bearing transmission, welded-steel handlebars, a breakaway clutch and shock-absorbing spring and includes a hardened blade and fishtail-point design.

Feature(s)
Heavy duty 43cc 2-cycle Viper engine to power through a variety of dirt and soil. Alloy gear with ball-bearing transmission, welded-steel handlebars for durability. Breakaway clutch minimizes torque transfer to the user for ease of use. Shock-absorbing spring to power through rocks, roots and more for smooth operation.
Application(s)
For digging applications such as fencing, tree planting, deck-building, post-hole digging projects and more.

Attributes and Specifications
SKU 8970170
Package (L x W x H) 32.4 x 17.7 x 12.3 in.
Weight 37.6 lbs
Driveshaft Connection (in.) 7/8
Fuel Tank Capacity 0.3 gallon
Engine Type 2-cycle
Item Name 8 in. 43cc 2-Cycle Gas Earth Auger
Engine Displacement (cc) 43
Material Steel/bronze/aluminium/plastic/rubber
Diameter (in.) 8
Length (in.) 36
Packaging (qty) 1

36 replies

Feb 7th, 2023 12:36 am

cheaper_than_cheap: Deal Fanatic; Dec 20, 2007; 5619 posts; 8018 upvotes; Prince George

Feb 7th, 2023 12:36 am

Was a popular item last time it was on sale. Big thread on it:

https://forums.redflagdeals.com/princes ... 99-2576685

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Feb 7th, 2023 1:28 am

nicknam4e: Deal Addict; Jan 24, 2011; 1253 posts; 1177 upvotes; Montreal / Laval

Feb 7th, 2023 1:28 am

Same price as in November 2022. The mine is always in the box waiting for the incoming spring. Save me a trip to PA.

For oil and gas, according to the manual, use unleaded gas only and It is best to use premium gasoline that has no ethanol content. Likely, Costco premium has no ethanol.

The manual recommends mixing fuel and 2 cycle oil with a 1:50 ratio, and using fuel stabilizer if the unit is not used for a long period of time.

I've never used the gas and oil mixture, not sure the impact of this ?

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Worst one: Bell, Canadian Tire, Walmart

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Feb 7th, 2023 7:08 am

Kamrana: Member; Nov 10, 2018; 431 posts; 495 upvotes; ON

Feb 7th, 2023 7:08 am

nicknam4e wrote: ↑. Likely, Costco premium has no ethanol. ?

Not anymore, last night I have noticed there is a sticker on top of their Premium nozzle which indicates “contains Up to 10% ethanol”

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Feb 7th, 2023 7:53 am

tinycat420: Member; Aug 15, 2022; 475 posts; 1460 upvotes

Feb 7th, 2023 7:53 am

nicknam4e wrote: ↑ Same price as in November 2022. The mine is always in the box waiting for the incoming spring. Save me a trip to PA.

For oil and gas, according to the manual, use unleaded gas only and It is best to use premium gasoline that has no ethanol content. Likely, Costco premium has no ethanol.

The manual recommends mixing fuel and 2 cycle oil with a 1:50 ratio, and using fuel stabilizer if the unit is not used for a long period of time.

I've never used the gas and oil mixture, not sure the impact of this ?

If you're not already using mixed fuel for anything else, and are only gonna use a little bit in an infrequently used tool like this, just buy the premixed cans and don't worry about it.

Like this, available lots of places: https://www.homedepot.ca/product/trufue ... 1000810827

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Feb 7th, 2023 8:08 am

Gmax: Sr. Member; Nov 11, 2006; 603 posts; 115 upvotes

Feb 7th, 2023 8:08 am

tinycat420 wrote: ↑ If you're not already using mixed fuel for anything else, and are only gonna use a little bit in an infrequently used tool like this, just buy the premixed cans and don't worry about it.

Like this, available lots of places: https://www.homedepot.ca/product/trufue ... 1000810827

Why would someone pay $10 per litter of gas if you can just get a 5 litter jug and $10 buys you 5x more of gas.
It takes like 10 seconds to mix your fuel with 2 cycle oil. I mix my oil in spring and it last for awhile .

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Feb 7th, 2023 9:22 am

l69norm: Deal Expert; Jun 12, 2007; 23041 posts; 7044 upvotes; London

Feb 7th, 2023 9:22 am

Kamrana wrote: ↑ Not anymore, last night I have noticed there is a sticker on top of their Premium nozzle which indicates “contains Up to 10% ethanol”

I checked Costco the other day with the water bottle test. It definitely has ethanol now

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Feb 7th, 2023 9:22 am

speeeeee: Deal Addict; Jan 4, 2007; 1896 posts; 423 upvotes; GTA

Feb 7th, 2023 9:22 am

I wish the DIRT auger just went on sale

i already have a Gas ICE auger for ice fishing.

Feb 7th, 2023 9:28 am

Ferinthu1: Deal Addict; Nov 5, 2018; 1099 posts; 1325 upvotes

Feb 7th, 2023 9:28 am

Kamrana wrote: ↑ Not anymore, last night I have noticed there is a sticker on top of their Premium nozzle which indicates “contains Up to 10% ethanol”

I think Shell premium is not diluted... it's been a while since ive checked though.

Feb 7th, 2023 9:32 am

l69norm: Deal Expert; Jun 12, 2007; 23041 posts; 7044 upvotes; London

Feb 7th, 2023 9:32 am

Gmax wrote: ↑ Why would someone pay $10 per litter of gas if you can just get a 5 litter jug and $10 buys you 5x more of gas.
It takes like 10 seconds to mix your fuel with 2 cycle oil. I mix my oil in spring and it last for awhile .

Cause ethanol in the gas

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Feb 7th, 2023 9:32 am

flyman213: Sr. Member; Nov 26, 2013; 732 posts; 472 upvotes; MTL

Feb 7th, 2023 9:32 am

can this be used for ice fishing?

Feb 7th, 2023 10:04 am

stjonnypopo: Jr. Member; Jul 14, 2010; 142 posts; 280 upvotes; Montreal

Feb 7th, 2023 10:04 am

flyman213 wrote: ↑ can this be used for ice fishing?

Not sure how you'd stick a lure on this thing but you could try?

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Feb 7th, 2023 10:06 am

chrischris84: Deal Addict; May 1, 2011; 1567 posts; 907 upvotes; Near GTA

Feb 7th, 2023 10:06 am

flyman213 wrote: ↑ can this be used for ice fishing?

Was talked about last thread, need a different auger profile. This one’s for dirt.

P.S. Bonus points for anyone that finds the extension bar for a good price/on sale. This won’t dig deep enough for the frost line

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Feb 7th, 2023 11:07 am

koesdibyo: Jr. Member; Mar 4, 2010; 110 posts; 196 upvotes; Orillia

Feb 7th, 2023 11:07 am

chrischris84 wrote: ↑ Was talked about last thread, need a different auger profile. This one’s for dirt.

P.S. Bonus points for anyone that finds the extension bar for a good price/on sale. This won’t dig deep enough for the frost line

The 18" extension is on 'clearance' at PA for $50.
Not a great price for 18" of steel - but cheaper than full price

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Feb 7th, 2023 11:37 am

karlb: Deal Addict; Apr 30, 2009; 2650 posts; 3762 upvotes; GTA

Feb 7th, 2023 11:37 am

If you have any rocks in clay soil, even small rocks, this tiny auger will just be pain. Better to pay to rent something bigger and more powerful.
Even the tow behind hydraulic augers have issues with rocks in clay soil and get easily jammed. Ask me how I know.

This PA auger will probably be fine in sand and loose loam/non-clay soil, but I wouldn't expect it to be able to dig in anything harder, not with only 43cc.

Sometimes I feel https://www.homehardware.ca/en/6-univer ... /p/5212165 is the best option in clay soil, when you can't have a skidsteer mounted auger.

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Feb 7th, 2023 12:11 pm

fakishan [OP]: Deal Fanatic; Nov 13, 2002; 6293 posts; 760 upvotes; Quebec

Feb 7th, 2023 12:11 pm

Gmax wrote: ↑ Why would someone pay $10 per litter of gas if you can just get a 5 litter jug and $10 buys you 5x more of gas.
It takes like 10 seconds to mix your fuel with 2 cycle oil. I mix my oil in spring and it last for awhile .

Advanced formula keeps fuel fresh for over 2 years after opened. add cost of stabilizer. + convenience

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Feb 7th, 2023 12:21 pm

cptsquirt: Jr. Member; Apr 1, 2006; 159 posts; 59 upvotes; Ontario

Feb 7th, 2023 12:21 pm

koesdibyo wrote: ↑ The 18" extension is on 'clearance' at PA for $50.
Not a great price for 18" of steel - but cheaper than full price

Thanks.. I bought the auger last year, and was waiting for a better price on the extension bar. If it's really a clearance, better to grab one now before they're gone!

Feb 7th, 2023 12:32 pm

torpdude: Deal Addict; Dec 3, 2005; 1575 posts; 1259 upvotes; Hawkesbury, ON

Feb 7th, 2023 12:32 pm

Pretty decent price. Almost the same price as renting one for a couple of days.

Feb 7th, 2023 7:49 pm

dirtmover: Deal Fanatic; Nov 2, 2005; 5668 posts; 3013 upvotes; WFH

Feb 7th, 2023 7:49 pm

koesdibyo wrote: ↑ The 18" extension is on 'clearance' at PA for $50.
Not a great price for 18" of steel - but cheaper than full price

Pretty easy to make with some steel pipe, some round bar stock and that $89 inverter welder you bought from PA last year

Feb 8th, 2023 10:09 am

smallwavesteve: Sr. Member; Oct 31, 2014; 526 posts; 498 upvotes; Victoria, BC

Feb 8th, 2023 10:09 am

flyman213 wrote: ↑ can this be used for ice fishing?

No it specifically states in the manual not to use it for ice fishing. This has a comparatively dull blade compared to an ice fishing auger (doesn't need to be sharp to scrape through soil)

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