Jiffy auger users

[buckhunter21]

Just wondering if anyone has the Jiffy Stealth STX 3HP model auger, at least last years model or later before they switched to all the plastic. I can get a pretty good deal on last years model with all the warrantys on it and just wondering what people think of them. I want a 10" model and dont mind the extra weight Im more worried about performance. I expect this to last a long time being a Jiffy but you never know. Just want to know how it runs and cuts basically and if there are any issues with it. Thanks for any input.

[minneman]

I own the jiffy stealth 3hp 10" Bought when they fist came out,(4yrs?) I have NO complaints, just make sure it has the red hi/lo carb adjustment screws. I heard there are some that came with out them(?) The last of the Non Plastic augers, smart move imo!

[riverview]

i have a jiffy model 31 legend bought in 95 i think. one of the first yellow 3 hp. looks industrial compared to my new lightning 2500 jiffy. i see jiffy has the 3 hp stx for 369.00

[Rainman]

I got a yellow jiffy legend, model 31, 3 hp, 10" back in 1993. That thing is bulletproof. My brother and I and 2 of our buddies bought all the same ones at the same time and all are still running strong. Never any issues. Wise choice in augers. IMO

[The_King48]

I bought a new one last year. 3 HP 10" STX.. I had to tune it up but since then it works like a charm... A little cold blooded or maybe it was just the -35 on LOTW last week. I would buy it, who wants a plastic auger?? I don't think plastic will hold up over time in -35 below..... Maybe thats why they are turning to plastic.

[greenhead4u]

I just picked the 10inch Jiffy Stealth STX this year and it seems to work great so far. Starts easy and rips a nice hole. I do like the quick disconnect future as well so you can transport it easier. No need to worry about broken handles either.

[MJ1657]

I have that auger and it has worked well for me. Mine is last years model. I have the 8"

[buckhunter21]

Cool thanks for the replies guys. I just ordered mine with an extension for 400 bucks not too bad I dont think. Figured I better jump on it while I still can, hopefully lasts me a good 10 years. Did your guys come with the quick snap in cover? I would like one of those but didnt want to order one because I though I might come standard with them.

[MJ1657]

Sounds like a real good deal. Mine came with the standard cover that uses the bungee.

[teach'n'fish]

i recently purchased the stealth stx 2500 8in, it seems as though it is trying to cut too much ice and it bogs down and stops turning. I have to lift up on the auger 3 or 4 times to finish a hole. just wondering if this is normal because of the smaller motor or if there is something i can do. thanks for any input.

[crothmeier]

i have the exact same auger in question, this is the 4th season ive used it, no complaints. i sill have the original blades on it, just touched them up once.

[Zoob]

I picked up the Jiffy Arctic Blast 2500 Model 75. It's bound up a couple times after the 5-6th hole, but I just chalked that up to maybe pushing too hard. If I apply only a little pressure, it does fine. It's always right at the end of the hole, right before it punches through to water.

[riverview]

on my new 2500 8 in (non stx) i actully hold up on the auger while drilling and it just drops through the ice. if i push down it will stop. I am very sastified with the new jiffy 2500 lightning

[Ed Carlson]

Good ice auger, heavy but very good and low maintenance.

Get it Tuned by a "Pro"....I replaced the jets on mine right off and it is a scary ice eating beast now...runs and starts very well.

Run a 40/1 mix and dose it with 1 oz per gallon of Sta-bil Blue fuel treatment and she will rock on for many...many...years.

[hydro]

Ed, why did you replace the jets? They are adjustable on my carb. Does the carb on your motor have fixed jets?

I'm interested in how a jet change will make more power!

[MuskieJunkie]

I have a 2008 STX 3 hp and it's a great auger, they are heavier and louder than other augers out there though.

The blade warrenty is great, I had a chip missing out of mine after 2 years and couldn't find my recipt, I emailed them and got an response from the General Manager of the parent company saying, "don't worry about the reciept, send the blades in and we'll take care of it, we want you out fishing".

Ed - any pro's that you recommend in the metro area? Mine runs and starts really well but when I'm cutting it doesn't really kick into full rev until half way through the ice.

[cold one sd]

It is running the way that it should. It will run rich until you get it working hard enough to kick the governor in at which time it will lean out a bit and run smoother.