Electric Augers

A buddy of mine just got a Ion electric auger. Will try it this weekend hopefully. The website says it will drill 40 holes at 24" thick on one charge. We'll see.

Go for it. I love my ION. Had it 3 seasons now. You wont find many if any reviews on the new strikemaster yet as it's only been out a couple months. I hope they're as good as my electric. I'll never go back to a gas auger.

Yeah, second year with my ion! They're awesome. Wow, 469 with free ship is a real deal.

The ION worked great!  Only drilled 8 holes through about 14" of ice - no problem with that. The reverse feature is nice - reducing the scooping to almost nothing!

Yup. Trigger problem

Looks like I'll keep a eye out for that one.. bummed the strikemaster is recalled

I'm a do it yourself kind of guy and here's what I came up with for when the ice is over 12". I took the handle off my hand auger. Slid a 7/8" deep socket over the shaft. Drilled and pinned it. Now I just use my cordless drill,(I recommend a name brand). Last year when my batteries were newer I could get 10-15 holes per battery. Now I get 3-4. Looks like it may be time to buy a couple new batteries. Either way it's cheaper than buying a power auger.

I used a 3/8 cordless 18v makita hammer drill, but I don't use the hammer drill setting. I just run it on drill. I know they sell a conversion kit, that's what gave me the idea.

dakota kid
I used a 3/8 cordless 18v makita hammer drill, but I don't use the hammer drill setting. I just run it on drill. I know they sell a conversion kit, that's what gave me the idea.

Pretty neat....... thanks.

I should also mention that you should take the time to make sure all the wiggle and any additional movement is gone from the socket and ratchet bit before you drill. You'l know real quick if you did a sloppy job. Carry duct tape just in case and drill straight down. If you've ever used a hand auger, You know what to look for to ensure the more cut for your effort.

If you can do a spot weld it will be stronger for sure. I just used a 1/4" stainless bolt and have had no issues. Just make sure it's all lined up before you tack it.

dakota kid
If you can do a spot weld it will be stronger for sure. I just used a 1/4" stainless bolt and have had no issues. Just make sure it's all lined up before you tack it.

I hear the "make sure it's all lined up I do", although would be funny as heck watchin' somebody 'dancing out across the ice' with', a wobbly old ice auger.   Umm.... as long as it wasn't me (lol)
 
Just made a battery pack using a ammo can, power outlet (cigarette lighter) and a 12 volt battery used with "wild game feeders".  Incorporated an inline fuse holder, attached a shoulder strap, installed the plug on my devices (fish finder, spot light, etc.) and now I need to find a cheap electric, 12 volt impact wrench.  If I can't find a 12 volt, I'll buy 3 six volt batteries, hook em up in series and git an 18 volt wrench or drill.
 
Till then, I'll just have to keep taking the better half fishing.  Besides, she makes some great baloney and cheese sanmidges!
 
Appreciate the info Dakota
 
 
SCORE....... 4 to 1 Pens!

Think starter motor w/ handlebars... *don't blame me if it breaks your wrist.

FishinGuy
Think starter motor w/ handlebars... *don't blame me if it breaks your wrist.

Appreciate the noise factor; something to consider.............  Starter motor.........  ummmm, maybe if I want to sell sno-cones to ice fisherman.(lol)
 
Eman..............  you tell him........  how dare he do that to you! (lol)

I guess I can forgive you.. now I gotta find a ion for the right price